WDO inspections in Florida: how pest control companies win realtor referrals
Termites are a fact of life in Florida, so a WDO report shows up in a lot of home sales. The company that does it is usually the one the agent names. Here is how to become that company.
What a WDO inspection is
A WDO (wood-destroying organism) inspection looks for termites, wood-decay fungi and wood-boring beetles, plus visible damage and evidence of past treatment. In Florida it is done by a licensed pest control company and written up on the state's WDO inspection report form. It is one of the most common extra inspections in a Florida home purchase, and VA loans require one.
The agent picks the company
The buyer pays for the WDO report, but the buyer does not know any pest control companies. They ask their agent, who gives them one name. That makes agents the customer to win: one agent who sends you every contract is worth dozens of one-off homeowner calls, and those buyers become treatment customers after closing.
Reach agents before they have a regular company
Experienced agents have a WDO company they trust. Newly licensed agents do not. Florida licenses about 1,200 new real estate agents a month, and each one will need a WDO report for an early deal. A short introduction in their first weeks, with your turnaround time and direct number, puts you first in line.
What agents want from a WDO company
- Speed. Inspection periods are short. Same-week scheduling wins referrals.
- A clear report the agent can explain, with photos when something is found.
- A treatment quote on request, so a finding does not stall the deal.
- One direct contact, not a call center.
Finding new agents in your area
New real estate licenses are public records through Florida DBPR. You can look agents up one at a time, request the records yourself, or get a weekly list of every new licensee in your counties with email and phone, which is what we provide. See the county breakdown for how many new agents your area adds.
Stay compliant
Commercial email needs an honest subject, your postal address and an opt-out you honor (CAN-SPAM). Calls and texts to cell phones have separate rules (TCPA and the Do Not Call registry). Do not pay agents for referrals. This is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is a WDO inspection in Florida?
A wood-destroying organism inspection checks a home for termites and other wood-destroying organisms and any damage they caused. In Florida it is performed by a licensed pest control company and reported on the state's WDO inspection report form.
Is a WDO inspection required to buy a house in Florida?
Not for every sale, but it is common. Many buyers order one because termites are widespread in Florida, some contracts call for it, and some loans, VA loans in particular, require one.
Who chooses the company that does the WDO inspection?
Usually the buyer, on their agent's recommendation. Buyers rarely know a pest control company, so the agent's suggestion is often the only name they get.
How can a pest control company get more real estate referrals?
Reach agents early, before they have a regular WDO company, and make booking easy: fast scheduling, a clear report, and a direct number. Newly licensed agents are the easiest to win.
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