What is a WDIIR (termite inspection report) in Arizona?

Short answer

A WDIIR — more commonly written WDIR, and filed on form NPMA-33 — is a Wood Destroying Insect Inspection Report completed by a licensed inspector. It documents visible evidence of termites and other wood-destroying insects, prior treatment, and conducive conditions at a specific property. Arizona lenders and title companies routinely require one before closing on a home.

Arizona context

In Arizona the inspection is performed by an applicator licensed through the Arizona Department of Agriculture's Office of Pest Management program, and the report covers only what is visible and accessible on the day of inspection — it is not a warranty that the home is termite-free. It is separate from a general home inspection, which does not cover wood-destroying insects.

What to look for

The report notes visible evidence of active or previous infestation
It records conducive conditions such as wood-to-soil contact, leaks, or poor drainage
It documents any prior treatment history disclosed or observed
It is signed and dated by the licensed inspector for that specific address

What you can do

Order the report early in the inspection period, not the week of closing
Clear access to the garage perimeter, crawlspace entry, and stem walls before the inspector arrives
Read the conducive-conditions section, not just the pass/fail summary — that section is where future risk lives
If treatment is performed before closing, get any warranty transferred to you in writing

When professional service is warranted

A WDIR can only be issued by a licensed inspector; there is no homeowner version. If the report identifies active infestation, treatment should be completed and documented before closing.

How Hydra handles it

Hydra performs WDIR inspections across the Gila Valley, White Mountains, and Sierra Vista and typically delivers the signed report within 24–48 hours of the inspection, which fits most real-estate timelines. If treatment is needed, Hydra can perform it and document the work on the same transaction.

Frequently asked

Is a WDIR the same thing as a home inspection?

No. A general home inspection does not cover wood-destroying insects. The WDIR is a separate report performed by a licensed pest inspector on form NPMA-33.

How long is a WDIR valid?

It reflects conditions on the day of inspection. Lenders and title companies generally want a recent report, so most transactions use one completed within the inspection period rather than an older report.

Who pays for the termite inspection in an Arizona sale?

It is negotiable and varies by contract. In practice the buyer often orders it during the inspection period, while the seller may pay for any treatment identified.