Wood-Destroying Insects (Termites)

Some people call them Wood Destroying Insects, others WDI’s, and still others refer to them as just “termites”. Whatever you call ’em, they’re unwelcome in any home.

In Indiana there are 4 WDI’s to watch out for:

Termites
Carpenter Ants
Powderpost Beetles
Carpenter Bees

Their name- Wood Destroying Insects- tells us why they’re not welcome. A good portion of your home is made of wood (even if it’s brick). And wood is what these insects destroy. Not good.

If you request a WDI inspection I’ll look for evidence of their presence. That includes finding live insects, but it also includes shelter tubes, dead insect parts (like wings), exit holes, staining, frass (droppings), as well as visible wood damage.

Besides looking around with a flashlight, I’ll also probe critical wood areas to look for evidence of WDI’s. Wood that’s been infested will be softer.

Then a recommendation will be made- either for treatment or not. That will be based on what was found and whether treatments have been applied in the past.

The cost of a Wood-Destroying Insect Report is $75 when bundled with a Home Inspection.

Bill Wilkinson

Certified Professional Inspector
State-certified Category-12 Wood Destroying Insects Inspector.
License #F279384

Home Inspection Price list (based on square footage)

Up to 1,000 $300
1001-1250 $330
1251-1500 $345
1501-1750 $360
1751-2000 $375
2001-2250 $410
2251-2500 $435
2501-2750 $460
2751-3000 $485
3001-3250 $510
3251-3500 $540
3501-3750 $570
3751-4000 $600
4001-4250 $635
4251-4500 $670
4501-4750 $705
4751-5000 $740
Over 5,000- call

Other Services:

Wood-Destroying Insect Report (Termite): $75 when bundled with a Home Inspection.
Radon: $150 when bundled with a Home Inspection and Termite/WDI Report. $200 as a stand-alone service.
Indoor Air Quality Test: $400 when bundled with Home Inspection and Termite/WDI Report. $425 as a stand-alone service.