TEXAS WDI PEST INSPECTION (TERMITES & WOOD DESTROYING INSECTS).
Official Texas Department of Agriculture Form SPCS/T-4 (SPCS Business Lic. #089201). Required for VA, FHA, and conventional mortgage underwriting to detect active subterranean termites, Formosan colonies, wood-boring beetles, and conducive moisture conditions.
Meet Inspector Mack & The Secured Team
Every inspection is led directly by TREC Professional Master Inspectors using calibrated diagnostic gear. We don't just check cosmetic boxes—we map subgrade foundation movement, scan thermal anomalies through solid sheetrock, and scope subterranean lateral lines to defend your earnest money and equity.
Inspector Mack • TDLR & SPCS
Texas Termite Reality: Formosans, Subterraneans & Conducive Conditions
Inspector Mack breaks down why coastal Texas is a hotbed for wood-destroying insects and how official Official TDA Form SPCS/T-4 (SPCS Lic. #089201) protects your loan.
"In Southeast Texas, it's not a question of if a house will encounter termites, but when. Subterranean termites construct mud tubes through microscopic 1/32-inch foundation cracks to reach structural framing."
WHAT WE SPECIFICALLY AUDIT & DELIVER
Our forensic checklist exceeds standard minimum requirements. Every component is rigorously evaluated and cataloged with high-resolution imagery and severity tiers:
Subterranean & Formosan Termite Screening
Checking exterior foundation slab edges, weep holes, plumbing penetrations, and crawlspace framing for mud shelter tubes.
Drywood Termites & Wood-Boring Beetles
Auditing attics and exposed ceiling joists for drywood termite frass (fecal pellets), exit holes, and powderpost beetle damage.
Carpenter Ants & Carpenter Bees
Inspecting exterior eaves, fascia boards, decks, and window frames for coarse wood shavings (frass) and structural tunneling.
Soil-to-Wood Contact & Planter Box Grading
Documenting wood framing touching soil, siding below grade, flower bed planters piled against walls, and stored firewood.
Plumbing Leaks & AC Condensate Discharges
Checking for leaking hose bibbs, air conditioning condensation discharging against foundations, and gutter downspout pooling.
Wood-Decay Fungus & Moisture Damaged Framing
Auditing structural subfloor framing, door jambs, deck ledger boards, and trim for active brown rot and white rot fungus.
Attic Eaves, Ridge Beams & Gable Framing
Thorough inspection of roof trusses and rafters around chimney flashing and plumbing vents for Formosan carton nests.
Certified TDA Form SPCS/T-4 Delivery (SPCS #089201)
Delivery of the state-mandated 4-page official WDI report required by VA, FHA, and conventional mortgage lenders.
Texas Gulf Coast Environmental Defect Matrix
Southeast Texas structures face unique environmental stressors that generic national inspection checklists routinely overlook. We specialize in identifying these regional failure modes:
Active Subterranean Mud Tubes in Bath Plumbing Chase
Termites entered through the unsealed concrete bath trap box beneath the master bathtub, building mud tubes inside the wall.
Exterior Stucco Installed Below Grade Line
Stucco cladding extends several inches into the dirt without an exposed foundation weep screed.
Formosan Termite Carton Nest in Attic
Aggressive Formosan termites nested above the ceiling using roof leak moisture, bypassing ground contact entirely.
Advanced Diagnostic Equipment Suite
Human eyes alone miss hidden electrical hotspots, subterranean pipe collapses, and millimeter-level slab deflections. Every Secured Inspections vehicle is equipped with industrial instrumentation:
400-Lumen Precision Inspection Beam
High-intensity focused LED beam highlighting microscopic termite mud shelter tubes along dark slab edges and joists.
Calibrated Sounding Mallet
Taps structural baseboards, door frames, and sill beams to detect hollow, paper-thin termite-damaged wood cavities.
FLIR® Thermal Infrared Imager
Identifies hidden moisture concentrations behind drywall where subterranean termites congregate.
High-Def Articulating Borescope
Inserts tiny 5.5mm camera through existing gaps to view inside bath traps and wall chases.
Actual Field Finding & Financial Impact
Here is an authentic defect documented in our recent inspections, demonstrating how our forensic reports deliver tangible financial leverage:
Active Subterranean Termites Inside Master Plumbing Chase
Our WDI inspection uncovered active subterranean termite shelter tubes climbing from the concrete slab bath trap into the master shower wall framing. Live worker termites were observed. The exterior also had excessive mulch piled 4 inches above the brick foundation ledge.
Frequently Asked Questions: Termite & WDO Inspection
Everything you need to know about this inspection scope, scheduling timeline, and Texas legal protections:
Q1What is an official Texas WDI inspection report?▼
An official Wood Destroying Insect (WDI) report is documented on Official TDA Form SPCS/T-4 (SPCS Lic. #089201), promulgated by the Texas Department of Agriculture Structural Pest Control Service (SPCS). It is legally required for VA, FHA, and most conventional mortgage loans in Texas.
Q2Does a standard home inspection include the official termite report?▼
No. Standard TREC home inspections exclude wood-destroying insect certifications. WDI inspections require a specialized license from the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). Secured Inspections holds dual licensing so we can perform both concurrently.
Q3What happens if active termites are found?▼
If active termites are identified, mortgage lenders will require a professional treatment before they will fund the loan. The seller typically pays for the full perimeter termiticide treatment and provides a 1-year warranty certificate to satisfy the lender.
Q4What are 'conducive conditions' on a termite report?▼
Conducive conditions are environmental factors that make it easy for termites to attack your home—such as wood siding touching soil, mulch against brick, leaking outdoor faucets, or firewood stacked against exterior walls.
Q5Are Formosan termites worse than regular subterranean termites?▼
Yes. Formosan subterranean termites form massive colonies of millions of insects, consume wood significantly faster, and can establish secondary 'carton' nests inside walls or attics without returning to the ground if moisture is available.
Q6Can I bundle the termite inspection with my home inspection?▼
Yes! Booking your WDI termite inspection alongside your residential home inspection saves time, ensures single-visit convenience, and saves you money through our bundled pricing.
Texas WDI / WDO Termite & Wood Rot Rate Schedule
Official Texas Department of Agriculture Form SPCS/T-4 (SPCS Business Lic. #089201) covering subterranean termites, Formosan termites, carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, and conducive wood-decay moisture.
Termite & WDI Inspection Report — Bundled with Home Inspection
+$115Termite & WDI Inspection Report — Standalone Appointment
$175Waterfront & Stilt Home Bundle (Pilings + Seawall + Termite)
+$360Acreage & Country Bundle (Water Well + Septic + Termite)
+$480Bundle with your Home Inspection for +$115 (saves $60 off the $175 standalone rate), or combine with an HD Sewer Scope in The Secured Buyer Shield™ to save -$50.
INSTANT QUOTE ESTIMATOR
Select your property size below for guaranteed Texas inspection pricing. Every full inspection includes our $350+ diagnostic suite (FLIR® Thermal, 4K Drone, ZipLevel®) at zero extra charge.
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- ✓FLIR® Thermal Imaging (Moisture & Hotspots — $150 Value)
- ✓4K Aerial Drone Roof Scan (Steep & 2-Story — $200 Value)
- ✓ZipLevel® Foundation Survey (Precision Elevation Delta)
- ✓Same-Day PDF Report (Guaranteed Delivery by 9:00 PM)
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