North Carolina’s climate is termite country. Subterranean termites thrive in our soil and humidity, and they work silently — most homeowners discover them during a renovation, a swarm in spring, or a real estate inspection. This guide covers how termite control and WDIR-100 inspections work, and when you need each one.
Signs You May Have Termites
- Swarmers (winged termites) indoors or piles of discarded wings near windows
- Mud tubes running up foundation walls, piers, or into crawlspaces
- Wood that sounds hollow, blisters, or crumbles when probed
- Sticking doors or windows from moisture-damaged wood
None of these confirm an infestation on their own — that takes a licensed inspection of the crawlspace, foundation, and accessible wood.
What a WDIR-100 Inspection Is
The WDIR-100 is North Carolina’s official Wood-Destroying Insect Report. It documents visible evidence of wood-destroying insects — termites, carpenter ants, wood-boring beetles, and wood-decay fungi — in a home’s accessible areas. Lenders and buyers commonly require it before a real estate closing, and it must be completed by a licensed pest control company. ServGuard provides WDIR-100 reports for home sales and purchases across Davie County and the Triad; the inspection is also a core part of our termite and WDIR services.
How Termite Treatment Works
Inspection and Identification
Your technician inspects the crawlspace, foundation, and structure, identifies the species and activity, and maps conducive conditions — wood-to-soil contact, moisture problems, and debris against the foundation.
Treatment
Treatment creates a protective zone around and beneath the structure and addresses active colonies. The right approach depends on the home’s construction and where activity is found.
Warranty Options
Qualifying ServGuard termite treatments carry a lifetime warranty option — a level of backing most homeowners do not expect from a young local company, and one we are proud to offer. Details vary by treatment, so ask during your inspection.
When to Schedule
- Buying or selling a home: schedule the WDIR-100 as soon as you are under contract; closing timelines are tight.
- Spring swarms: call the same week — swarmers mean a mature colony nearby.
- Every 1–2 years: a standing inspection catches activity before it becomes damage, especially for homes with crawlspaces and past moisture issues.
Termite Help in Davie County and the Triad
ServGuard Pest Solutions offers free termite inspections and estimates. Call (336) 813-6630 or get a quote to schedule. You can also review our full services and pricing pages.