Licensed WDO Inspections Backed by 35 Years in Polk County
A WDO (Wood Destroying Organism) inspection is a formal evaluation of a property for evidence of termites, wood-decaying fungi, and related pests. Florida mortgage lenders routinely require one before closing, and in Polk County’s warm, humid climate, what that report finds matters. We’ve been performing licensed pest inspections in Winter Haven and throughout Polk County since 1990, and we know the local conditions that make these inspections consequential.
WDO inspections are a distinct service from termite treatment. The result is an official written report, FDACS Form 13645, documenting what was found and where. Whether you’re a buyer, seller, or lender’s agent working toward a closing date, that document is what we deliver.
Need a WDO inspection in Winter Haven fast? Same-day scheduling is available when you call (863) 356-1616. Country Boy Pest Control offers free estimates and backs every service with our satisfaction guarantee.
Why Winter Haven Homebuyers & Sellers Choose Country Boy Pest Control
We’re a family-owned, locally operated business that has served Winter Haven, Auburndale, Lakeland, and the surrounding Polk County area for over three decades. Our licensed and insured pest management professionals perform every WDO inspection, so the person who shows up knows the region, knows the pests, and knows what to look for.
Real estate timelines don’t wait. When your closing date is approaching and you need an inspection scheduled quickly, same-day availability means you won’t lose time waiting on a large regional company’s calendar. Hundreds of five-star reviews from local customers point to the same things: we show up on time, we communicate clearly, and we do the job right. Free estimates are available, and our satisfaction guarantee applies to every service we perform.
What a WDO Inspection Covers
A licensed inspector examines all accessible areas of the structure: the interior, exterior foundation and perimeter, attic where safely accessible, garage, crawl space, and any freestanding structures on the property. The inspection targets four organisms: subterranean termites, drywood termites, wood-decaying fungi, and wood-boring beetles.
At the end of the inspection, we issue FDACS Form 13645, the state-required report that documents findings by organism type and location. This is the document your lender, realtor, or closing agent can ask for. Under Florida Statute Chapter 482, only a licensed pest control operator certified in termites and other wood-destroying organisms may legally perform this inspection and issue that form.
One important note: the report reflects conditions observable at the time of the inspection. It’s a snapshot of current conditions, not a guarantee against future activity.
WDO Inspections & Florida Real Estate Closings
Mortgage lenders in Florida routinely require a completed WDO inspection before clearing a purchase to close. VA loans require this documentation, and many other loan types, including FHA, require it when an appraiser identifies signs of wood-destroying insects or infestation. The finished Form 13645 is what buyers, sellers, and realtors typically call the termite letter, and getting it is one of the final steps before the transaction can move forward.
Timing matters. The report is typically valid for 30 days for transaction purposes, so scheduling relative to your closing date is worth thinking through. Sellers who order the inspection early in the listing process can share findings with prospective buyers proactively, reducing the chance of last-minute delays. If an active infestation or prior damage is found, both parties have the information they need to negotiate treatment terms before the deal closes rather than after.
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Yes, our pest control service is 100% guaranteed. We also offer free proposals for pest control services that meet your specific needs to ensure that your home remains free of pests.
What are some signs that I need pest control?
Some signs that you may need pest control include droppings, damage or chewed on fabric, and visible sightings of pests.
What pests do you offer pest control solutions for?
Howdy! I’m CB, and I stand for more than just boots and bug spray. Around here, we believe in honest work, friendly faces, and showing up when we say we will. From top-notch service to good old-fashioned respect, we treat every home like it’s our own. That’s the Country Boy way — and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
A Local Team You Can Count On When the Stakes Are High
Real estate transactions carry real financial stakes, and the WDO inspection is one of the documents that either clears the path to closing or surfaces a problem that needs to be addressed. You want that inspection done by a team that’s accountable, reachable, and experienced.
Country Boy Pest Control has held that standard in Polk County since 1990. Our licensed, insured professionals know the local pest pressures and complete every inspection to the standards Florida law requires. We’re also authorized in Termidor application and advanced termite bait systems, so if our inspection turns up an active infestation that needs treatment, you won’t have to start the search over. The same trusted local team can handle it.
Call Country Boy Pest Control at (863) 356-1616 to schedule your inspection or request a free estimate. Same-day scheduling is available, and our satisfaction guarantee backs the work.
WDO Inspections Beyond the Sale: Periodic Protection for Polk County Homeowners
Most WDO inspections are ordered for a pending real estate transaction, but they’re not only for buyers and sellers. Pest control professionals recommend that Florida homeowners schedule a WDO inspection every few years even without a sale on the horizon. In our climate, termites and wood-decaying organisms can establish quietly, often without any outward sign that would catch a homeowner’s attention.
Catching activity early through regular termite inspections can be far less costly than addressing structural damage after an infestation has had time to progress. The difference in repair costs between early detection and late discovery can run into the tens of thousands of dollars.
Landlords and investment property owners have particular reason to stay current. A WDO inspection before renewing a lease or refinancing documents current conditions and helps reduce future disputes about when damage occurred. And even when no active organisms are found, evidence of a prior infestation is still reportable on Form 13645, which matters for any future transaction or refinancing involving the property.
