Before a purchase
If you are buying a Wheeling home, ask for a wood-destroying insect report. It documents what was and was not found; see our page on WDI inspections.
Ohio County, WV
Termite Inspection in Wheeling, WV
Termites are well established in Ohio County, and Wheeling's older homes on hillsides and tight lots have plenty of foundation, crawl space, and soil-contact wood for them to work in. An inspection is the only way to know what is going on out of sight.
Termite inspection in Wheeling
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Inspect
We look along foundation walls, under the house, and at accessible wood for mud tubes, damage, and damp conditions that termites favor.
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Report
You receive the findings and our recommendation, built around what the inspection showed.
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Monitor
Once the colony is dealt with, ongoing monitoring can be arranged.
What matters in Wheeling
Ohio County, West Virginia, is on the short list of places where termites are well established, and our West Virginia license covers the work.
Hillside moisture
Slopes and tight lots shed water toward foundations, and damp soil next to wood is the setup termites want.
FAQ
Termites in Wheeling: questions
What does a termite inspection in Wheeling cover?
The foundation, crawl space or basement, accessible interior wood, and the soil and moisture conditions around the home.
I saw winged insects in my house. Is that termites?
Possibly. Catch one in a jar or take a clear photo, and call before you sweep them away.
Do I need a WDI report to sell my house?
Lenders and buyers often ask for one. Give us your closing date when you call so the paperwork is ready on time.