Wood-Destroying Insect Inspections 

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Wood Destroying Insect (WDI) Inspections - Protect Your Investment

Why a WDI Inspection is Essential for Your Home

Wood Destroying Insects (WDI), such as termites, carpenter ants, and powder post beetles, can cause devastating, costly structural damage to a home before you even notice they are present. Often required during the real estate transaction process (e.g., for VA or FHA loans), a professional WDI inspection by Sheldon's Home Inspections gives you peace of mind and protects your investment.

• Financial Protection: Identify active infestations or past damage before you buy or sell, preventing unexpected repair bills.

• Safety Assurance: Ensure the structural integrity of your home remains sound.

• Real Estate Compliance: Meet the requirements for various types of home loans.

• Peace of Mind: Know the true condition of your most valuable asset.

What's Included in Sheldon's Comprehensive WDI Inspection?

Our certified inspectors are trained to spot the subtle signs of WDI activity that an untrained eye would miss. We perform a thorough, non-invasive inspection of all accessible areas of the property.

Area Inspected

Focus

What We Look For

Interior

Accessible areas, including crawl spaces, garages, and foundation walls.

Mud tubes (termites), frass (excrement/wood shavings), discarded wings, damaged wood, and exit holes.

Exterior

Foundation, siding, eaves, porches, decks, and adjacent structures.

Wood-to-soil contact, conducive conditions, excess moisture, termite shelter tubes on the foundation.

Attic

Rafters, trusses, exposed wood framing.

Tunneling damage, moisture intrusion, and evidence of WDI activity in the upper structure.

Report

The final, official document.

A detailed, easy-to-read report noting any evidence of WDI activity, past treatment, damage found, and conducive conditions.

The Most Common Threats in Our Area

We specialize in identifying the specific insects that pose the greatest risk to homes in the local region:

1. Termites (Subterranean & Drywood): Known as "silent destroyers," they consume wood from the inside out and are responsible for billions in damage annually.

2. Carpenter Ants: They excavate wood to create nesting galleries, pushing out distinctive piles of frass. They prefer moist, decayed wood.

3. Carpenter Bees: They bore perfectly round holes into exterior wood (decks, eaves) for nesting, though the structural damage is typically localized.

4. Wood-Boring Beetles (e.g., Powder Post Beetles): Their larvae tunnel beneath the surface, leaving behind fine sawdust and small "shot-hole" exit holes when they mature.

💰 Pricing & Availability

Exceptional Value for Essential Protection

We offer straightforward, transparent pricing for our comprehensive Wood Destroying Insect (WDI) Inspections to fit your needs:

• Included with Standard Home Inspection: The WDI inspection is included at no extra cost when you book a full Standard Home Inspection with Sheldon's. This is the most popular and cost-effective choice for real estate transactions.

• Stand-Alone WDI Inspection: Need only the WDI report for a loan requirement or as a preventative measure? The service is available for a competitive flat rate of $150.

Schedule Your WDI Inspection Today

Whether you are a buyer, seller, or simply a concerned homeowner, getting a WDI inspection is the first step in protecting your property.

• Certified Professionals: All inspections are performed by licensed and experienced professionals.

• Fast Reporting: You will receive your official, complete report quickly, ensuring your real estate timeline stays on track.

• Competitive Pricing: High-quality service at a fair, transparent price (see our pricing details above!).

📞 Call Sheldon's Home Inspections at (682)463-9340

📧 Email us at Sheldon@sheldonshomeinspections.com to book your appointment!

We Are Fully Licensed and Insured

Sheldon's Home Inspections adheres to all state regulations and industry standards for Wood Destroying Insect Inspections.