East Wenatchee Home Inspector finds Termites!

While performing a home and pest inspection in East Wenatchee home I came upon a colony of subterranean termites. As a pest inspector I always enjoy the finding of causes of an issue I notice during the home inspection. This is not always the case.

During the inspection while evaluating the front room of the home I was aware of some sponginess in part of the floor. I suspected some type of structural damage but was unsure of the cause.  You have to make notes of areas of concern to make sure to evaluate that area thoroughly from all possible sides.  

It is now time to enter crawlspace. I snake my way through the cobwebs and debris in a sweeping manner I always use to inspect all locations that I can safely get to. I sound the wood as I go to test for integrity of the wood.  I arrive at the area that I noted form the front room inspection. At the floor joist I notice what appears to be a termite mud tub. I get a little closer and confirm my observation. I then strike the joist and part of it fall away leaves a few wiggling insects that look like grains of rice.

Once you find termites its best to take your time and find a good pest control operator. You can get information from the National Pest Management Association on a local Pest control operator. Termites take a while to do the damage so a day, week or even a month is not going to change much in terms of the damage.

When ordering a home inspection you should always include a pest inspection. The difference in the cost is minimal to the inspection you will receive. 

For a home and pest inspection in East Wenatchee contact NCW Home Inspections, LLC. . Home and pest inspection performed thoroughly and professionally.