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Detailed Questions for Termite (WDI) & Moisture Inspectors

Writer's picture: Adam GarrettAdam Garrett

Updated: Feb 13


Termite (wood-destroying insect) and moisture (wood-destroying organism) inspection requests aren't as simple as many make them out to be, but being more informed can be very advantageous.


The advantage of a thorough agent

If Adam's Client

Keep in Mind the Time of Year & Possibility that Dormant Issues May Not Be Flagged in Winter


Direct questions buyers and agents can ask the wood-destroying insect/moisture inspection companies if the buyer's agent representing you doesn't already know & if your buyer's agent can't fill in gaps (i.e. providing a camera on a pole like I have with a short/skinny termite/moisture inspector before, who didn't have the equipment necessary to inspect without cutting a hole in ductwork and repair the ductwork after the inspection):


Termite & Moisture?

Their Own Repairs?

What is the cost of the inspection?

Attics without floors policy (if applicable - Buyers)?

Availability

Gadgets (Buyers)

Inspector size (Buyers)

Many of the above questions in a single stream intended for text or email for buyers

Many of the above questions in a single stream intended for text or email for sellers

Additional questions for agents

Items agents ideally are familiar with or that buyers/sellers can find in reviews/experience


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