Licensed Termite Inspectors — WDO Reports & Annual Inspections
Louisiana's subtropical climate and endemic Formosan subterranean termite population make annual termite inspections essential. Whether you need a routine annual inspection, a WDO report for a real estate closing, or a targeted assessment after finding warning signs, our licensed Louisiana inspectors document exactly what's present and where.
A termite inspection in Louisiana is a systematic, visual examination of all accessible areas of a structure for evidence of termite activity, wood-destroying organisms, and conditions conducive to infestation. Louisiana's pest pressure is among the highest in North America — the state is home to the Formosan subterranean termite (Coptotermes formosanus), the most destructive termite species on the continent, whose colonies can reach 10 million workers and forage up to 300 feet from the nest. Every Louisiana parish is within the Formosan termite's established range.
A licensed Louisiana termite inspector examines the foundation perimeter for mud tubes on concrete block, brick, and wood siding; inspects crawl space piers, girders, and subfloor framing for active termite damage; checks attic framing and insulation for drywood termite frass and exit holes; examines interior walls, baseboards, door and window frames, and flooring for hollow wood or surface damage; and assesses exterior wood elements including decks, fences, and landscape timbers. Findings are documented in a written inspection report that identifies active infestations, prior damage, prior treatments, and conditions requiring correction.
For real estate transactions, a WDO (Wood-Destroying Organism) inspection produces a standardized report form recognized by Louisiana mortgage lenders and required by most purchase agreements. The WDO report documents active termite infestation, prior damage, prior treatment history, and the presence of wood-decay fungi and wood-destroying beetles. If a closing requires a WDO clearance and an inspection finds active infestation, treatment must be completed and a follow-up re-inspection issued before most lenders will proceed.
Inspection findings determine whether termite treatment is needed, whether a prevention program is appropriate, or whether the property is currently clear and the next annual inspection date can simply be scheduled.
Inspection cost in Louisiana depends on property size, inspection type, and whether a WDO report is required. See our termite treatment cost guide for full context.
| Inspection Type | Typical Cost Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Annual Inspection | $75 – $150 | Residential; all accessible areas |
| WDO Inspection (Real Estate) | $100 – $200 | Formal report for lender/closing |
| Large Property Inspection | $150 – $300 | Properties over 3,000 sq ft |
| Commercial Inspection | $200 – $500+ | Based on square footage and complexity |
| Re-Inspection / Clearance | $50 – $100 | Post-treatment WDO clearance report |
Louisiana's termite pressure is year-round. Annual inspections catch activity before it becomes structural damage.
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