A general pest inspection provides a visual assessment of a property's interior and exterior to identify signs of common pests like ants, cockroaches, rodents, spiders, and other household pests. Inspectors look for evidence of infestation, such as pest droppings, damaged wood, and nesting materials, along with potential entry points and conducive conditions like moisture. The inspection results in a detailed report outlining findings and recommending preventive measures or treatment plans to address any issues and mitigate future risks.
hat the Inspector Looks For:
What the Inspector Looks For:
Pest Evidence: Signs of insect activity include droppings, discarded wings, or gnaw marks. You may also see evidence of rodents or other small animals.
Wood Damage: Pests like termites can cause significant structural damage by eating wood, which a thorough inspection will identify.
Moisture Issues: Leaks or excessive moisture, especially in basements and crawl spaces, attract wood-destroying insects, so the inspector will check for these conditions.
Entry Points: The inspector will look for potential entry points for pests, such as cracks in the foundation or gaps around windows and doors.
Favorable Conditions: They will also identify conditions that could lead to future infestations, such as clutter, standing water, and debris around the property.
Specific Pests: The inspection commonly checks for common household pests like ants, cockroaches, spiders, termites, and rodents.
Areas Inspected:
Interior: This includes kitchens, bathrooms, pantries, bedrooms, attics, and crawl spaces.
Exterior: The inspector will examine the foundation, walls, and other areas to assess for pest activity and damage.
The Final Report:
A detailed report is generated, documenting all findings.
The report typically includes recommendations for treatment, prevention, and any necessary repairs.
hat the Inspector Looks For:
What the Inspector Looks For:
Pest Evidence: Signs of insect activity include droppings, discarded wings, or gnaw marks. You may also see evidence of rodents or other small animals.
Wood Damage: Pests like termites can cause significant structural damage by eating wood, which a thorough inspection will identify.
Moisture Issues: Leaks or excessive moisture, especially in basements and crawl spaces, attract wood-destroying insects, so the inspector will check for these conditions.
Entry Points: The inspector will look for potential entry points for pests, such as cracks in the foundation or gaps around windows and doors.
Favorable Conditions: They will also identify conditions that could lead to future infestations, such as clutter, standing water, and debris around the property.
Specific Pests: The inspection commonly checks for common household pests like ants, cockroaches, spiders, termites, and rodents.
Areas Inspected:
Interior: This includes kitchens, bathrooms, pantries, bedrooms, attics, and crawl spaces.
Exterior: The inspector will examine the foundation, walls, and other areas to assess for pest activity and damage.
The Final Report:
A detailed report is generated, documenting all findings.
The report typically includes recommendations for treatment, prevention, and any necessary repairs.
