Termite Inspection Services
Professional termite inspections and termite control services that detect infestations early, protecting your property from wood destroying organisms through expert termite services.
5 Highlights of Our Termite Inspection Services
- Licensed Inspector Expertise — Every termite inspection is performed by an expert, certified, licensed inspector trained to identify subterranean, drywood, and dampwood termite species across residential, office, and business structures.
- Comprehensive Wood Destroying Organism Reports — Our termite inspection services include a detailed WDO report documenting all findings, from mud tubes and frass to gallery damage in joists, sill plates, and wooden members.
- Advanced Detection Technology — We probe crawl spaces, attics, subfloors, and foundation perimeters using moisture meters and thermal imaging to detect hidden termite activity behind walls and beneath the ground.
- Clearance Letters and Certification — Sterling Pest Control issues clearance letters for real estate transactions, giving buyers and sellers a certified termite inspection report that meets lender requirements and required regulatory standards.
- Integrated Pest Management Approach — Our inspectors don’t just look for termites. They assess moisture damaged areas, identify conducive conditions, and recommend preventive treatments like chemical barriers and bait stations to prevent colonies from spreading and eliminate infestations.
Why Choose Our Termite Inspection Services
Termite inspection services from Sterling Pest Control are backed by decades of field experience and a commitment to accuracy. Our company employs a team of top qualified technicians working with active licensure in compliance with state regulations and EPA guidelines. We don’t cut corners. Every inspection follows a systematic protocol that covers the full building, from the foundation to the attic, including crawl spaces, subfloors, and exterior perimeters.
What sets our termite inspections apart is thoroughness. Many pest control companies perform a quick visual scan and call the work done. Our inspectors probe wooden members, check moisture barriers, examine sill plates, and document every finding with photographs and measurements. You’ll receive a professional inspection report that details active infestations, previous termite damage, and areas susceptible to future colony activity.
Sterling Pest Control also provides a service warranty on all termite inspection services. If we miss something, we’ll return and remediate at no additional charge. Our inspectors carry professional protective equipment and use non invasive detection methods whenever possible, preserving your property while delivering reliable results.
We serve both residential and commercial clients, from single family homes to office buildings and business facilities. Whether you’re buying a home, selling a property, or scheduling a routine annual check, our trusted team helps you find the answers you need. Fast turnaround on WDO reports and clearance letters means your real estate closing stays on track.
Signs You Need Termite Inspection Services
Termite inspection services are the first line of defense when your property shows warning signs of wood destroying organism activity. A termite problem can cause billions of dollars in structural damage each year, and most homeowner insurance policies don’t cover it. Here are five signs you need to take action and schedule a professional inspection now.
Mud Tubes on Foundation Walls: Subterranean termites build mud tubes to travel between their underground colony in the ground and your house’s wooden members. These pencil width tubes typically appear along foundation walls, piers, and crawl space supports. If you spot even one, a termite inspection should happen immediately. The colony could contain hundreds of thousands of worker and soldier termites feeding on your structure around the clock.
Frass Near Baseboards or Window Sills: Dry wood termites push fecal pellets, called frass, out of tiny kick holes in infested wood. These small, ridged pellets accumulate in piles that resemble sawdust or coarse sand. Finding frass near baseboards, door frames, or window sills indicates an active drywood termite infestation inside the wood itself.
Hollow Sounding Wood: Tap on exposed joists, sill plates, or door frames. If the wood sounds hollow or papery, termites may have excavated galleries inside. A skilled certified inspector can probe these areas and assess the extent of internal damage that isn’t visible from the surface.
Swarmers or Discarded Wings: Termite swarms occur when a mature colony sends out winged reproductive termites to establish new nests. Finding live swarmers or piles of discarded translucent wings near windows, light fixtures, or doorways signals a nearby colony. This demands an immediate termite inspection to find and locate the source.
Moisture Damaged or Sagging Floors: Dampwood and subterranean termites thrive in moisture rich environments where fungus and wood decay are present. Buckling floors, sagging subfloors, and warped door frames can indicate both water intrusion and active termite feeding. Our inspectors assess moisture barriers, vapor barriers, and soil conditions to determine whether termites have exploited these vulnerabilities.
Our Termite Inspection Process
Termite inspection services at Sterling Pest Control follow a structured, repeatable process designed to leave nothing unchecked and get the job done right.
Step 1: Schedule and Prepare You’ll book your inspection online or by phone, or you can request service and we’ll reach out to confirm. We’ll confirm the appointment and provide a checklist to clear access to crawl spaces, attics, and garage areas before our inspector arrives.
Step 2: Exterior Perimeter Assessment Our inspector walks the full perimeter of your property. They examine the foundation, exterior wooden members, landscaping contact points, and soil grade for mud tubes, termite damage, and conducive conditions like wood to soil contact.
Step 3: Interior Structural Inspection Inside, the inspector checks every accessible room. They probe baseboards, tap walls, inspect window frames, and examine closets and utility areas. Crawl spaces and attics receive a thorough hands and knees inspection, including joists, sill plates, subfloor sheathing, and plumbing penetrations.
Step 4: Detection and Documentation Using moisture meters and probing tools used by industry professionals, the inspector identifies active infestations present in the structure, previous damage, and areas susceptible to future termite activity. Every finding gets documented with photos, measurements, and precise location notes.
Step 5: Report Delivery and Recommendations Within 24 hours, you’ll receive a complete termite report covering all Wood Destroying Organisms. If the property is clear, we issue a clearance letter. If we detect termite activity, the report includes a detailed termite treatment plan with options for chemical barriers, bait stations, soil treatment, localized wood treatment, or repair recommendations.
Brands We Use
Termite inspection services at Sterling Pest Control are supported by the best detection and treatment products in the industry. When our inspectors identify active infestations, we recommend and apply only proven, professional grade solutions.
- Sentricon
- Termidor
- Trelona
- Bora-Care
- Premise
- Altriset
- Spectracide
- Tim-bor
- FMC Talstar
- BASF Phantom
All products we apply meet EPA registration standards. Your family’s safety and your property’s structural integrity guide every product decision we make.
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FAQs About Termite Inspection Services
What does a termite inspection include?
A termite inspection is a thorough visual and physical examination of your property’s accessible structural components. Our licensed inspector checks the foundation, crawl space, attic, subfloor, joists, sill plates, exterior perimeter, and all visible wood members throughout the building for signs of termite activity, damage, and conducive conditions. You’ll receive a written WDO report with findings and recommendations so you’re ready to take the next steps.
When should I schedule a termite inspection?
Schedule a termite inspection annually as a preventive measure for your house. You should also book one before buying or selling a home, after noticing swarmers or discarded wings, when you spot mud tubes or frass, or if you detect hollow sounding wood in your structure. Spring and early summer are peak swarming seasons for most termite species, though dry wood termites can swarm year round.
Why do lenders require a termite inspection?
Lenders require a termite inspection to protect their investment. Termite damage can compromise a property’s structural integrity and reduce its value significantly, often requiring costly termite repairs. A clearance letter from a certified inspector confirms the property is free of active wood destroying organism infestations and gives the lender confidence in the collateral. Some transactions may qualify for a free inspection as part of the closing process.
How long does a termite inspection take?
Most residential termite inspections take between 45 minutes and 90 minutes, depending on the property’s size and accessibility. Larger commercial properties or homes with extensive crawl spaces and multiple structures may require two hours or more. Our inspectors never rush the process.
Can termites return after treatment?
Yes. Termites can reinfest a treated property if conditions change or if barrier treatments break down over time. That’s why Sterling Pest Control recommends annual termite inspections and ongoing monitoring with bait stations. Our service contracts include retreatment warranties that cover you if termites return within the coverage period, including any necessary repairs.
Does a termite inspection detect other pests?
Our inspectors are trained to identify all wood destroying organisms, including carpenter ants, powder post beetles, and woodworm. During the inspection, we also note evidence of other pest activity like rodents, cockroaches, and moisture related fungus and fungal decay. A single inspection gives you a complete picture of your property’s pest and structural health.