California termite inspection and termite report guide
California reports distinguish evident infestation or infection from conditions deemed likely to lead to it. In a separated report, Section I and Section II organize those findings under the Structural Pest Control Act. Here is when the report comes up and how to check the pest-control company or applicator involved.
Pest-control regulator
California Structural Pest Control Board
State report or guidance
Wood Destroying Pests and Organisms Inspection Report
When it comes up
- VA loan purchases. California is a whole-state jurisdiction on the VA's list, so plan on a termite report for a VA purchase here, unless a VA property-type or appraisal exception applies. source
- Real estate transactions. California reports can separate Section I findings, which include visible active infestation or infection and conditions resulting from it, from Section II conditions deemed likely to lead to infestation or infection where no visible evidence was found. source
Find and check a California pest-control company
A Branch 3 field representative or operator licensed by the Board may perform the inspection for a registered structural pest control company. Verify both the individual's license and the company's registration.
California inspection questions
What is the difference between Section 1 and Section 2 on a California termite report?
Section I includes visible active infestation or infection and conditions resulting from it. Section II includes conditions deemed likely to lead to infestation or infection where no visible evidence was found. The report is not a structural evaluation or a guarantee against concealed activity.
Can I look up a past termite report on a California home?
The Board's WDO system shows whether a property was inspected within the last two years. If a result is found, you may request copies of the inspection or completion reports.
Who can perform a termite inspection in California?
A Branch 3 field representative or operator licensed by the Board may inspect for a registered structural pest control company. Verify both the individual and company records.
Sources
- state regulator (pestboard.ca.gov)
- state report form (pestboard.ca.gov)
- Section I and Section II definitions (pestboard.ca.gov)
- individual licenses and company registrations (pestboard.ca.gov)
- public license verification (dca.ca.gov)
- two-year property report search (pestboard.ca.gov)
- VA statewide requirement (benefits.va.gov)
Facts on this page were checked against the sources above on 2026-07-18. Requirements change; confirm with the regulator or your lender for a transaction.