Structural Pest Inspections
Pest Inspections in Pacific Grove, CA
101 Exterminators performs licensed pest inspections in Pacific Grove and issues the California WDO report escrow needs — Section 1 findings for active infestation and existing damage, Section 2 for conditions likely to lead to it. On a 1900s Retreat District house both lists tend to run long, and knowing which items actually hold up a sale is the useful part. SPCB Lic. #9119, inspecting Monterey County homes since 2005.
Warning Signs
Signs You Need Inspections Service in Pacific Grove
We inspect all accessible structural wood including attic framing, crawl space, exterior siding, decking, fencing, and garage framing. We check for both drywood and subterranean termites, carpenter ants, fungi and wood decay, and conducive conditions such as wood-soil contact, excessive moisture, and improper drainage. Our written report clearly identifies Section 1 conditions (requiring treatment) and Section 2 conditions (requiring further investigation or preventive repair) with photographs.
Real estate transaction requiring lender or escrow-required pest inspection
Pre-listing inspection to disclose and address conditions before buyers discover them
Purchasing a home and want an independent inspection beyond the general home inspector's scope
Haven't had a pest inspection in more than 2 years on a property in termite-active areas
Visible wood damage of unknown cause on structural members
Any suspicion of termite, carpenter ant, or wood decay activity
How It Works
Our Inspections Process in Pacific Grove
Every job follows the same methodical approach — no shortcuts, no guesswork. Here is what to expect when you work with us in Pacific Grove.
Property Walkthrough & Access
We access all required areas per California SPCB standards — attic, crawl space, all accessible exterior wood, garage, and outbuildings included in the report scope.
Systematic Documentation
Every finding is photographed and noted with exact location. We distinguish between active infestations, old damage, and conducive conditions — using specific California reporting terminology.
Report Issuance
The completed Structural Pest Control Report (SPCB Form PR-2) is delivered electronically as soon as it is written up. Expedited handling is available for time-sensitive transactions.
Treatment & Clearance (If Needed)
If Section 1 conditions are found and treatment is authorized, we complete the work and issue a Completion Notice as required by the escrow or lender.
Why 101 Exterminators
Inspections You Can Count On in Pacific Grove
State-Compliant WDO Reports
We issue SPCB-compliant reports on the required PR-2 form, accepted by all California lenders, VA and FHA loan programs, and escrow companies statewide.
Objective Third-Party Assessment
As the treating company, we can also inspect — but we explain every finding clearly so you understand exactly what is present and what it means for treatment decisions.
Fast Turnaround for Transactions
Real estate transactions move on deadlines. We offer 24–48 hour report turnaround and can often schedule inspections within 1–2 business days.
Common Questions
Pest Inspections FAQs for Pacific Grove
How long does a WDO inspection take on an older Pacific Grove home?
Plan on longer than a newer house — a pre-1940 Pacific Grove home with a crawl space, a steep attic, a porch, and a detached garage takes real time to inspect properly. Access is the variable: a scuttle hatch in a closet ceiling, a crawl space entry behind porch skirting, or a narrow side yard all slow the work. Clearing the attic hatch, the crawl space door, and the garage perimeter before we arrive is the single most useful thing an owner can do. The written report follows the inspection rather than being handed over on the spot.
My Pacific Grove WDO report came back with a long Section 2 list — does that stop the sale?
Usually not on its own. Section 2 describes conditions likely to lead to infestation — earth-to-wood contact, restricted sub-area ventilation, a leaking hose bib, wood debris under the floor — while lenders and escrow generally turn on Section 1 findings. On Pacific Grove houses a long Section 2 list is normal, because coastal moisture and the age of the construction produce those conditions naturally. The items are still worth correcting, since Section 2 conditions are how next year's Section 1 findings begin.
Who pays for the termite report when a Pacific Grove home changes hands?
That is set by the purchase contract, not by state law, and in Monterey County it is commonly negotiated between buyer and seller — often with the seller covering the report and the Section 1 corrective work. We work for whoever orders the inspection, and the report reads the same either way. If you are listing an older Pacific Grove home, having the inspection done before you go on the market usually removes the surprise that stalls a deal later.
Local Pest Pressure
Common Pests We Treat in Pacific Grove
Every area has its own pest profile shaped by climate, housing, and geography. These are the pests we see and treat most often in Pacific Grove — tap any one to learn how to identify it and what treatment involves.
Pest Inspections · Pacific Grove
Structural Pest Inspections in Pacific Grove
CA licensed and insured. Written estimate before any work begins. Urgent situations in Pacific Grove are prioritized.