Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section I - General Information

Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section II - Inspection Findings

Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section III - Treatment

Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section IV - Attachments

• Graphs indicating infestations or possible infestations
• A checklist for conducive conditions
• Warranties or service agreements with the inspection company
• Other warranties or service agreements

Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section V - Obstructions & Inaccessible Areas

fixed ceilings suspended ceilings fixed wall coverings floor covering insulation cabinets and shelving stored items

furnishings appliances no access or entry limited access only visual access no access beneath cluttered condition

standing water dense vegetation exterior coverings window well coverings wood pile snow unsafe conditions

These obstructions and inaccessible areas are noted as to where in the structure they occur, such as in the basement, crawl space, main level, attic, garage, exterior, porch, addition, or other sites.

Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section VI - Additional Comments

Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section VII - Inspector's Signature

Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section VIII - Statement of Buyer & Seller

Wood Destroying Insect Reports - Section IX - Important Consumer Information Regarding the Scope and Limitations of the Inspection

Attention Homebuyer: The WDI inspection firm is not responsible to repair and damage disclosed by this inspection, including without limitation, any wood destroying insect infestation and/or damage which exists in areas or in wood which ere not accessible for visual inspection as of the date of the inspection, except as provided by separate contract. Also, wood destroying insect infestation and/or damage may exist in concealed or inaccessible areas. This inspection firm cannot guarantee that any wood destroying insect infestation and/or damage disclosed by visual inspection of the premises, as noted, represents all of the wood destroying insect infestation and/or damage which may exist as of the date of the inspection. Damage and any corrective action should be evaluated by the buyer and/or their qualified building expert to determine the extent of damage and need for repair.

This report is not a guarantee or warranty as to the absence of wood destroying insects nor is it a report as to structural integrity.

1. About the Inspection: The inspection was conducted in the readily accessible area of the identified inspected structure(s). If visible evidence of the infestation by wood destroying insects is reported, it should be understood that some degree of damage, including hidden damage, might be present.

2. Scope of the Inspection: A wood destroying insect inspector is trained to look for visible signs of wood destroying insect infestation. A representative of this inspection firm has conducted an inspection, which may include probing and/or sounding of the unobstructed and accessible areas of the subject structure(s) to determine the presence or absence of visible evidence from wood destroying insects. For the purposes of this inspection, wood destroying insects include termites, carpenter ants, carpenter bees, and reinfesting wood boring beetles.

3. What the Inspection Covered and Validation: The inspection covered the readily accessible areas of the structures inspected, including attics and crawlspaces which permitted entry during inspection. This inspection did not include areas, which were obstructed or inaccessible at the time of this inspection. All structures, which were inspected, are specifically noted. Neither the inspector nor the company for which the inspector is acting have had, presently have, or contemplate having any ownership in the property. This report shall be considered invalid for purposes of securing a mortgage and/or settlement of property transfer if not used within ninety (90) days from the inspection date.

4. Common Obstructions and/or Inaccessible Areas: No inspection was made in areas which required the breaking apart or into, dismantling, removal of any object including, but not limited to: moldings, floor coverings, wall coverings, siding, ceilings, insulation, floors, furniture, appliances, and/or personal possessions, nor were areas inspected which were obstructed and/or inaccessible for physical access. Your inspector may write out inaccessible areas or use the key in section V. If any area, which has been reported as inaccessible, is made accessible, the inspection company may be contacted for another inspection. An additional fee will apply.

5. Consumer Maintenance Advisory regarding Integrated Pest Management for Prevention of Wood Destroying Insects: Information regarding prevention of wood destroying insect infestation is helpful to any property owner interested in protecting the structure from infestation. Any structure can be attacked by wood destroying insects. Periodic maintenance should include measures to minimize possibilities of infestation in and around a structure. Factors which may lead to infestation from wood destroying insect include foam insulation at foundation, earth-wood contact, faulty grade, firewood against structure, insufficient ventilation, moisture, wood debris in crawlspace, wood mulch, tree branches touching structures, landscape timbers, and wood rot. Should these or other such conditions exist, corrective measures should be taken by the owner in order to reduce the chances of infestations by wood destroying insects, and the need for treatment.