What is a WDO Inspection?

​If you are considering purchasing a home in Spring Hill it is imperative that you have a WDO inspection, as well as a home inspection. Something that is not common knowledge is that a standard home inspection does not include an inspection for wood destroying organisms also know as termites. A traditional home inspection looks at your plumbing, your roof, your HVAC system, and electrical, they may even test your appliances, but they do not include a termite inspection.Termites are difficult to see with the naked eye, therefore, it is advised that home buyers hire a qualified WDO inspector to meticulously inspect the home before signing on the dotted line.

A WDO is a must for homeowners in Florida. A WDO - wood destroying organism inspection - is a thorough inspection of the interior of the home and any easily accessible areas of the home for signs of wood-destroying organisms. A qualified WDO inspector will inspect the home for minuscule damage that would identify termite activity. Termite damage is not typically covered by homeowners insurance which is why it is imperative that home buyers have a WDO inspection completed by a highly qualified pest control expert prior to closing on the home.The pest control expert will also inspect all sub-spaces like basements or crawlspaces. A thorough wood destroying organism inspection typically takes about 45 minutes to an hour to complete.  In addition to termites, the pest control technician will examine the home for other types of wood-destroying insects, including carpenter ants and wood boring bees. In addition to inspecting the home for wood destroying organisms, the WDO inspection will include determining whether the homes siding makes contact with the soil, the grade and slope of the soil in relationship to the homes foundation. Once the inspection is complete, the findings will be reported on a special wood destroying organism report. The detailed report will include any existing termite activity or structural damage done to the home by wood destroying organisms.

Call Pest Control of Spring Hill today at 352-398-4822, for your professional WDO inspection.