Termite Inspections
Proudly Serving Milwaukee and Its Surrounding Areas with Termite Inspections
Professional termite and wood-destroying insect inspections — designed to uncover hidden activity, warning signs, and damage before it becomes a major problem. We carefully inspect your home’s foundation, structure, and key risk areas for evidence of termites and other WDI issues.
Each inspection provides a clear, easy-to-read report with our findings, photos (when applicable), and honest recommendations for next steps. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just want peace of mind, our termite inspection helps protect your biggest investment.
Who is This Service For?
NextGen Termite Inspection — How Does It Work?
What to Expect During Your Termite Inspection
- Arrival & walkthrough: Your inspector will introduce themselves, review any concerns you have, and explain the inspection process.
- Interior inspection: We check accessible areas like basements, crawl spaces, garages, utility rooms, and around plumbing for signs of termites or wood damage.
- Exterior inspection: We inspect the foundation, siding, porches, decks, and other contact points for mud tubes, damage, and conducive conditions.
- Moisture & risk areas: Special attention is given to areas with moisture, wood-to-soil contact, or previous repairs.
- Photos & notes: When possible, we document problem areas with photos and clear notes for your records.
- Written report: You’ll receive an easy-to-read termite/WDI report outlining our findings and any recommended next steps.
- Honest recommendations: If activity or damage is found, we’ll discuss treatment or monitoring options—no pressure, no scare tactics.
Note: This service is for inspection and reporting only. Termite or wood-destroying insect treatments, repairs, and structural corrections are not included and will be quoted separately if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
We look for mud tubes, damaged or hollow-sounding wood, discarded wings, moisture issues, and other signs of termite or wood-destroying insect activity. We also note conditions that could increase your risk over time, such as wood-to-soil contact or moisture problems.
Most termite inspections take 45–90 minutes, depending on the size and complexity of the property. Homes with crawlspaces, basements, additions, or limited access areas may require extra time.
Yes. We can provide written findings that summarize what we observed—such as active termites, past damage, or conducive conditions. If you need a formal WDI report for a real estate transaction, we can perform that service as well.
Yes. If we find signs of termite activity, we’ll recommend a treatment plan based on your structure, soil conditions, and level of activity. We’ll explain your options and provide clear pricing before any work begins.
A WDI report is a standardized inspection document that reports on the presence or evidence of wood-destroying insects such as termites and certain beetles. Lenders and real estate professionals often require it to protect buyers and verify the condition of the structure.
Yes. Our Termite & WDI Inspection service provides detailed reports required for real-estate transactions. We inspect crawl spaces, basements, and foundations for wood-destroying insects like termites and carpenter ants. Located in Milwaukee and nearby counties, we deliver fast, professional reports that meet Wisconsin real-estate standards.
WDI reports are commonly ordered by home buyers, sellers, real estate agents, or lenders as part of the closing process. If you’re unsure who should order it, we can help you figure out the best approach for your transaction.
No. A WDI report is an inspection and documentation service only. If we find active termites or other wood-destroying insects, we’ll recommend a separate treatment plan and pricing to address the problem.
It’s best to schedule your WDI inspection several days before closing or key contract dates. This gives you time to review the report, address any issues found, and avoid delays in your real estate transaction.