Inspection

A professional inspector performs a complete visual inspection of the readily accessible areas of a structure for evidence of both wood-destroying insects and wood-destroying organisms. The inspector will visually inspect the entire interior of a structure including attic and crawlspace, plus the exterior of the structure. The inspection also includes other freestanding structures such as garages, docks and fencing that attach to the house or screened pool areas.

On average, a thorough inspection takes about 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the size, complexity and conditions (e.g. clutter; storage of personal items, etc.) of the structure and property.

Although the inspection is commonly called a "termite" inspection, the professional inspector is also looking for all wood-destroying insects, including several kinds of termites and beetles. The inspector is also looking for ants, bugs and fungus. Inspectors routinely look in the attic area as well for evidence of termites.

The state of North Carolina limits the scope of inspections to termites, carpenter bees, carpenter ants and re-infesting wood-boring beetles.