WDO Termite Inspection
in Lakewood Ranch.
Wood-destroying organism inspection by a Florida-licensed WDO inspector.
A WDO (Wood-Destroying Organism) inspection in Lakewood Ranch looks for visible evidence of termites, powder post beetles, old house borers, and wood-decaying fungi, the organisms Florida's WDO report covers. We schedule WDO inspections with Coastal Pest Services, a trusted Florida-licensed third-party partner ($125), and the report is completed on Florida's official form, FDACS-13645.
If left unaddressed, wood-destroying organisms like termites and wood-decaying fungi can cause major structural damage to your home. We look at the structure for conditions that could allow wood-destroying organisms to thrive (chronic moisture, soil-to-wood contact, untreated exterior wood) alongside the visible evidence of any current activity.
WDO inspections in Florida must be performed by a pest control business licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. We coordinate the inspection with a trusted partner, then integrate the WDO report into the rest of your inspection package so you receive one clean delivery rather than chasing a separate vendor.
Florida's report form, FDACS-13645, defines wood-destroying organisms as termites, powder post beetles, old house borers, and wood-decaying fungi. Under section 482.226, Florida Statutes, a licensed company that inspects for them in a real estate sale must report on that form. For loans, VA requires wood-destroying insect information statewide in Florida, while FHA requires a pest inspection when the appraiser sees evidence of infestation or a prior treatment.
Common
questions.
- Is a WDO inspection required to close on a home?
- It depends on the loan. VA requires wood-destroying insect information statewide in Florida. FHA requires a pest inspection when the appraiser sees evidence of infestation or a prior treatment. Other lenders set their own rules, so ask your loan officer. If you're buying with cash, it's optional, but in SW Florida, where termites are widespread and active year-round, we strongly recommend it.
- What's the FDACS-13645 form?
- It's Florida's official Wood-Destroying Organisms Inspection Report, from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The licensed pest control company completes and signs it. It covers termites, powder post beetles, old house borers, and wood-decaying fungi.
- What termites are common in SW Florida?
- Subterranean termites (Eastern, Asian, and Formosan) are the most common and the most destructive. Drywood termites are also prevalent in coastal areas. The WDO inspection covers all of them.
- What if WDO activity is found?
- The report documents it, and you'll need a treatment plan from a licensed pest-control company before closing. Treatments range from spot treatments to full tenting depending on the species and extent of activity.
- Can the WDO be done the same day as the home inspection?
- Yes, when we coordinate it in advance. We work with WDO inspectors who run on the same schedule, so most buyers get everything done in one appointment window.
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