Loxahatchee Termite Inspection Guide for Cash Buyers
Paying cash for a home feels like a power move — faster closing, fewer lender roadblocks, and more negotiating strength.
But one mistake I see constantly in Palm Beach County is cash buyers skipping inspections.
The biggest one you should never skip: termite (WDO) inspection.
Short version video:
https://youtube.com/shorts/zIhWU3z7rsU
Why Termite Inspections Matter in Loxahatchee
Loxahatchee and other western Palm Beach County communities have heavy termite activity — especially subterranean termites.
Termites don’t announce themselves. The exterior can look fine while framing inside the walls is actively being damaged.
Real Example: $38,000 in Damage After Closing
A cash buyer waived inspections to close fast. Three months later they discovered major termite damage and repairs estimated at $38,000.
This could have been caught with a $150 termite inspection before closing.
What a WDO (Termite) Inspection Checks
- Foundation perimeter for mud tubes
- Attic framing for drywood termite evidence
- Garage framing (common impact zone)
- Wood-to-soil contact points
- Subfloor and crawl areas (if applicable)
Recommended Inspection Stack for Cash Buyers
- Home inspection
- Termite / WDO inspection
- Roof inspection (if older roof)
- Four-point inspection (older homes)
Read the Full Story (Blog Post)
If you want the full breakdown of how this situation happened and why it matters, read the blog here:
Loxahatchee Cash Buyer Termite Discovery: Why You Should Never Skip Pest Inspections
Need help buying or selling in Palm Beach County?
Call Brian Wilder at 561-201-4717.