From an original article in PestWorld
WDI inspections and the role that pest control plays in a green home are of such growing importance that they were among the main topics discussed recently at the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Conference and Expo in Orlando, FL. Inspecting a home for wood-destroying insects is a standard part of most home sales. However, the rules and qualifications of who completes the NPMA-33 and HUD-NPMA-99 A & B forms vary by state. In many cases, the person filling out a WDI report does not have to be licensed or work for a pest management company.
Realtors’ reputations and referrals are built upon trust and strong relationships. When a sub-par inspection fails to find issues, it can reflect badly on the Realtor. Now more than ever, Realtors and home buyers are seeking professionals who meet QualityPro standards.
With this in mind, the Women’s Council of Realtors (WCR) and the NAR have been working to get the industry standards regarding home inspectors regulated.
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