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Buying a Home? Questions to Ask About the WDI Report
A WDI report is also called a termite letter. It records what the inspector can see on the day of the inspection. It is not a promise about the future. If you are buying a home in Wichita or Overland Park, these questions can help you read it well.
What should you ask about the report?
Was there any active wood-destroying insect activity? Where?
Was there any past activity or damage? Where?
Were any areas inaccessible? Our post on inaccessible areas explains why that matters.
Has the home been treated before? Is there paperwork?
Does the seller have a warranty or service record that can carry over?
How recent is the report? See how long a WDI report is good for.
What are the next steps if activity is found? Read the WDI report found activity.
What does a WDI report not tell you?
It does not replace a home inspection. It also cannot see inside walls or other hidden spots. Read more in what a WDI report does not tell you.
Who should you talk to?
Your real estate agent, about the contract and timing.
Your lender, about what report they need.
Us, about what the findings mean in plain words.
Learn how WDI inspections work with Bug Shockers.
Where do we help?
We do WDI inspections in Wichita, Derby, and Andover, and in Overland Park. See WDI Inspections in Wichita, KS and WDI Inspections in Overland Park and Kansas City.
Quick Answers
Is a WDI report the same as a home inspection?
No. A WDI report focuses on wood-destroying insects. A home inspection looks at the whole house. See WDI vs termite inspection.
Does a clean WDI report mean no termites ever?
No. It records what was visible on the day of the inspection. It does not promise the future.
Can I ask the seller for treatment records?
Yes. Ask your agent. Past treatment records help you understand the home.
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