WDO Inspection Letters
For Alabama Closings
Schedule an inspection in under a minute. Letter sent to your inbox once the inspector finalizes it. Closings don't wait — neither do we.
Schedule a WDO Inspection →What the WDO inspection covers
Alabama uses the Official Alabama Wood Infestation Inspection Report (Ala. Admin. Code r. 80-10-9) — accepted by VA, FHA, and conventional lenders statewide.
Subterranean termites
Drywood termites
Powderpost beetles
Old house borers
Wood-decay fungi
Previous damage evidence
From call to closing — how fast it moves
Takes under a minute — we just need the address
Inspection scheduled in most service areas
Licensed inspector on-site, full ADAI form completed
Letter emailed to realtor, lender, and buyer
Accepted for every loan type
VA Loans
VA requires a WDO inspection in Alabama. We provide the Official Alabama Wood Infestation Inspection Report accepted by VA appraisers statewide.
FHA Loans
FHA requires evidence of no active infestation at time of appraisal. Our inspection and report satisfies that requirement.
Conventional
Most conventional lenders require a clean WDO letter. We provide the standard Alabama form — accepted by all major lenders.
Refinance
Refinances often require a fresh WDO inspection, especially for government-backed loans. We handle those same-week in most cases.
Questions from realtors and buyers
What is a WDO letter?
A WDO (wood-destroying organism) letter — formally the Alabama Wood Infestation Report — is the official termite inspection document required by most lenders for real estate closings. Issued by a licensed pest control company, the wood infestation report documents any current or past evidence of termites, powderpost beetles, wood borers, or wood-decay fungi.
How fast can I get a WDO inspection?
Most inspections in our service areas are scheduled within 48–72 hours. The completed letter is emailed to the realtor and lender as soon as the inspector finalizes it. Rush options are available for tight closings.
Do you accept VA and FHA loan inspections?
Yes. We provide the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries Official Alabama Wood Infestation Inspection Report, which is accepted for VA, FHA, conventional, and refinance loans.
What if the inspection finds active termites?
If we find active wood-destroying organisms, we'll document the findings and provide a quote for treatment. Sentricon® treatment can usually be completed quickly enough to keep the closing on schedule.
Can the buyer get a termite plan at closing?
Yes. We can set up a Sentricon® Always Active termite plan at or after closing. Many buyers include this as part of negotiated repairs or purchase a plan directly. Up to $1,000,000 repair coverage available.
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