Whether you're buying a home, selling a property, refinancing, or simply want peace of mind, Patriot Pest Management provides professional WDO inspections throughout Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa Counties.
Our state-certified inspectors identify evidence of wood-destroying organisms, conditions conducive to infestation, and visible damage that may impact a property's value or lender requirements. We provide accurate, timely reports to help keep real estate transactions moving forward.
A Wood-Destroying Organism (WDO) inspection evaluates a structure for the presence of organisms that damage wood and other cellulose materials.
Unlike a general home inspection, a WDO inspection focuses specifically on signs of active infestations, previous infestations, visible damage, and conditions that may attract wood-destroying pests.
WDO inspections are commonly requested during real estate transactions but can also benefit homeowners who want to monitor the condition of their property.
A WDO inspection is often required when:
Early detection can help identify issues before they become more costly to address.
Our inspectors conduct a thorough visual inspection of accessible areas of the property, including interior living areas, exterior structural components, crawl spaces, attics, garages, and other accessible areas where wood-destroying organisms may be present.
During the inspection, we look for active termite activity, evidence of previous infestations, wood-decaying fungi, powderpost beetles, other wood-destroying insects, and conditions conducive to infestation, including excess moisture and wood-to-ground contact.
Following the inspection, we provide clear documentation of our findings.
Depending on the transaction requirements, we can complete:
Our reports help buyers, sellers, lenders, and real estate professionals understand the property's condition and satisfy applicable inspection requirements. We follow all applicable FDACS requirements and industry best practices to ensure inspections and documentation are completed accurately and professionally.
Most WDO inspections take 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the size of the property and the accessibility of areas such as crawl spaces and attics. If additional concerns are discovered, the inspection may take longer.
No. A standard termite inspection and a WDO inspection are not the same. If you need documentation for a real estate transaction or lender requirement, let us know when scheduling so we can perform the appropriate inspection and provide the necessary report.
WDO inspection costs vary by location, foundation type, and property details. The best way to get accurate pricing is to request an instant WDO quote from Patriot Pest Management. The cost of the inspection is minimal compared to the expense of remediating untreated termite damage.
We identify the cause of the damage. While we focus on pest management (killing the organism), we can recommend qualified contractors to repair the structural wood once the infestation is neutralized.
When other companies came up short, Patriot Pest found the solution and delivered results. They arrive on time, communicate clearly, and stand behind their work with integrity. Great people, outstanding service, and a company you can trust. If you need pest control done right the first time, Patriot Pest is the company to call.
Jesa S.
Pace, FL
Joey does a thorough and complete job. He has a very professional persona and is very courteous. Thank you Patriot for you great service and quality employees!
Tim T.
Pensacola, FL
5 stars all around, courteous, prompt, communicated exactly with he was doing and how to keep the pets safe! Pay that man! It was simple, easy and fast!
Tim F.
Pensacola, FL
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