When purchasing a home, termites or other wood-destroying insects such as carpenter ants, woodborers, or powder post beetles can quickly put a damper on the excitement. Depending on your mortgage lender, a termite and wood-destroying insect inspection may be required.
Termites lead to roughly $5 billion in damages every year, so whether it is required or not, responsible homeowners have this type of inspection to save time and money later on. Rely on Terminix Wil-Kil to provide a comprehensive plan for inspection on your new home. Give us a call today!
A wood destroying insect report (WDI Report) is a document that indicates the presence of insects that eat wood in a home or commercial property. This includes the presence of termites, carpenter ants, and woodboring beetles. The report will also indicate any areas that may be conducive to pest problems later on, even if there isn’t currently an issue.
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HUD stands for Housing and Urban Development. To receive financing through HUD, you are required to have a termite and other wood-destroying insect inspection done on your new home by a certified pest control provider.
All homes purchased with HUD financing in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Iowa require an inspection to get final approval. In Minnesota, select counties are excluded. See the complete list of exclusions on the HUD website.
In the case of new construction, HUD requires a New Construction Subterranean Termite Service Record. This is to validate that a pre-treatment occurred protecting the new structure from termites. The accepted methods include soil applied liquid termiticide (pesticides for termites), wood applied liquid termiticide, bait systems or a physical barrier system. Your pest control provider will determine the best treatment for your construction. The National Pest Management Association offers more information about HUD termites inspection reporting and requirements.
Although HUD has one of the strictest policies regarding termite and other wood-destroying insect inspections, many other private lenders are beginning to see the value of inspections and integrating them into their requirements for financing. Make sure to check with your lender early in the process so you understand what is expected. Even if it is not required to have a termite inspection prior to purchasing a home, it is a responsible practice for homeowners, much like a general inspection.
The presence of eastern subterranean termites in Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Iowa can sometimes surprise homeowners. Termites are a much more well-known threat in southern states. However, there are pockets in the Midwest that are prone to termites. Overall, the Midwest is classified as a light-to-moderate risk. The risk of termites increases as you move into the southern half of Iowa and Illinois.
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With Termite Awareness Week approaching March 13-19, 2016, it is important for Southeastern Wisconsin homeowners and businesses to stay vigilant and be aware of the possible signs of an infestation this spring. Known as the “silent destroyers,” termites cause an estimated $5 billion in property damage each year – that’s more damage to homes and businesses than all other natural disasters combined. Adding to the challenge, termite presence is difficult to detect as their activity is hidden behind wallboards, siding or wood trim.
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) and Terminix Wil-Kil Pest Control are celebrating the fifth annual Termite Awareness Week, March 13-19, 2016 to bring awareness to termite prevention, detection and treatment. Although termite treatment is most effective when performed by a licensed pest control professional, it is important that individuals know the signs of a termite infestation and become familiar with prevention methods to combat the invasive insects.
Terminix Wil-Kil Pest Control is a local Pest Control and Extermination company helping homeowners and businesses with pest issues across WI.
