WDI Inspections in Greenville, MI

NPMA-33 Reports for Real Estate Transactions in Greenville, Michigan

A wood-destroying insect (WDI) inspection documents visible evidence of termites, carpenter ants, carpenter bees, and reinfesting wood-boring beetles in a structure. Lenders use the NPMA-33 form, the standardized report issued by the National Pest Management Association, to confirm a property’s condition before closing. SureShot Pest Control performs these inspections for buyers, sellers, and homeowners throughout Greenville, Michigan.

The report is valid for 90 days from the inspection date. For VA loans in Michigan, the inspection is required when the VA appraiser identifies evidence of wood-destroying insects during the appraisal. FHA lenders typically require one when an appraiser finds evidence of infestation or when it’s considered customary for the area.

Ready to schedule your WDI inspection in Greenville? Call (616) 236-4131 and we can get you on the calendar.

Why Greenville Homeowners Choose SureShot Pest Control

We’ve been based in Greenville, Michigan since 2007, which means we understand the properties, the soil conditions, and the pest pressures common to Montcalm County. We’re veteran-owned and operated, affiliated with both the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) and the Better Business Bureau, where we’ve held an A+ rating with accreditation since 2008. Our technicians receive ongoing advanced training so their methods stay current with industry standards.

Wood-Destroying Insects Found in Michigan Homes

A WDI inspection covers four categories: termites, carpenter ants, carpenter bees, and wood-boring beetles. In Michigan, subterranean termites are the most common type. They travel between their underground colonies and wood food sources through mud tubes, pencil-width tunnels built along foundation walls, exterior walls, and crawl-space framing. A mud tube is one of the clearest indicators of active termite presence.

Inspectors also look for conducive conditions: wood-to-soil contact, moisture accumulation near the foundation, and vegetation pressing against the exterior. These don’t confirm infestation, but they create the environment where wood-destroying insects thrive. Inspection areas include basements, crawl spaces, attics, and accessible exterior framing, with inspectors checking for mud tubes, frass (insect waste), exit holes, or softened wood.

What the Inspection Covers & How Findings Are Reported

The inspection is a visual examination of readily accessible areas. Inspectors may also probe or sound wood to check for hidden damage beneath the surface. Findings are recorded on the NPMA-33 form, which notes whether visible evidence of active infestation or existing damage was found, including live insects, frass, shelter tubes, exit holes, or damaged wood. The form also flags conducive conditions, such as moisture problems or wood debris near the foundation, that could lead to infestation if left unaddressed.

The report reflects conditions visible on the day of inspection. It’s not a structural damage assessment and doesn’t guarantee against hidden or future activity. If active termite presence is identified, we offer termite treatment programs, including a baiting program designed to target active colonies.