What a WDI inspection is
A wood destroying insect inspection, commonly called a WDI inspection or termite letter, is a formal inspection for evidence of termites, carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, and other wood destroying organisms. Findings are documented on the standardized NPMA-33 form.
Most lenders require one before closing, and VA loans require it specifically. In Hampton Roads, with our large military population and high volume of VA-backed purchases, this comes up constantly.
Who needs one
- Home buyers who want to know what they are actually purchasing
- Sellers getting ahead of issues before they derail a closing
- Real estate agents who need a reliable inspector with fast turnaround
- Lenders requiring documentation as a condition of financing
Agents: closings run on deadlines. Tell us your timeline when you call and we will tell you honestly whether we can meet it.
What we inspect
Accessible areas of the structure: crawlspace, foundation, sill plates, floor joists, visible framing, and exterior perimeter. We document evidence of active infestation, previous infestation, and conditions conducive to infestation, which is the category that trips up the most transactions.
What happens if we find something
Finding evidence does not necessarily kill a deal. It means there is a conversation to have about treatment and repair, and we handle both. You are not chasing three separate contractors while a closing date approaches.
What else we handle
General Pest Control
Ants, roaches, spiders, rodents, and the everyday pests that should not be sharing your home.
Learn more →Termite Control
Termite inspection, treatment, and structural repair for Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, and across Hampton Roads.
Learn more →Moisture Control
Vapor barriers, crawlspace sealing, and moisture solutions that stop wood rot and pest problems before they start.
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