Showing posts with label fungus damage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fungus damage. Show all posts

Monday, January 21, 2013

Fungus Damage - Wood Destroying Organism

You might not think that fungus would be important to a Wood Destroying Organism (WDO) Report. However, a WDO report isn't just for findings such as drywood or subterranean termites. A WDO Report includes all Section I items that are wood destroying organisms, which includes fungus, water damage and dry-rot.

What is Fungus?

Fungus or dry rot are organisms that attack wood and other organic matter. Moist areas support growth of fungus and dry rot. 


Fungus Damage on underside of patio roof
Fungus damage on the underside of a patio roof

What Causes Fungus or Dry Rot?

Rain, sprinkle systems and other moisture contributors can cause fungus or dry rot.



Water damage leads to weather wood and dry rot
Water damage has contributed to fungus
and weathered wood members




How to Prevent Fungus and Dry Rot?

Make sure your roof is kept in good condition. It is important to keep all exterior wood primed, painted and properly sealed and caulked. 


Fungus damage is a Section 1 item
Fungus damage is a Section 1 item

If you are a homeowner and suspect fungus or dry rot, contact your fungus specialists at AmeriGuard Pest Defense to set up an inspection by calling (951) 652-0505. AmeriGuard will then recommend all the fungus treatment options available for your situation. If you are a Real Estate agent, all Section I items will be covered on the Wood Destroying Organism (WDO) Report when you order a termite inspection.

Monday, January 14, 2013

Wood Destroying Organisms & Escrow Inspections

Most residential and commercial sales of real property require a termite inspection as a necessary step in the escrow process. 

AmeriGuard Pest Defense is honored to partner with local Real Estate Agents in Southwest Riverside County, including the Hemet/San Jacinto Valley, Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula, French Valley, Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Perris, Nuevo, Moreno Valley, Cherry Valley,  Banning and Beaumont. AmeriGuard's licensed termite inspector will perform a termite inspection for a nominal fee. If the report is clear of any Wood Destroying Organisms, a clearance will be issued. If any evidence of Wood Destroying Organisms are found, the inspector will cover all of the findings and solutions that are available, saving you and your client money. 

Call AmeriGuard Pest Defense for a termite inspection!

AmeriGuard Pest Defense is experienced in the following termite treatments for drywood termites and/or subterranean termites:

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Let AmeriGuard be your FIRST choice or your SECOND opinion.

If you are looking to use a local and licensed professional company like AmeriGuard for your next termite escrow inspection, we will waive the first inspection fee of $75 for first-time real estate clients. Just mention the below termite inspection coupon when scheduling your inspection. For all future inspections, the inspection fee will be waived when any work is performed.   

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Why Use AmeriGuard?


fully licensed 

bonded & insured

locally owned & operated

family and veteran-owned

quick report turn-around



Contact AmeriGuard Pest Defense today by calling (951) 652-0505 to schedule your termite inspection.