Sectioned Reports and Condition Clearance: The following are guidelines for clearance of termite report conditions in states where section termite reports are provided. On these reports each finding/recommendation will be noted in either Section I or Section II, or the equivalent.
Section One contains items where visible evidence of active infestation (termites, beetles, etc.) or infection (wood decay fungi) were found. Old evidences will not be listed as section one unless damage exists that would require repair. Damage is defined as a wood member which has been structurally weakened to a point that it no longer performs its intended function. If the damage exists at a visible portion of the interior or exterior it must be repaired or replaced as it is cosmetically compromised. Only damaged portions of wood members must be repaired or replaced if the wood member does not bear structural loads. Structural members must be repaired in a manner as to retain the structural integrity. The size, scope and/or cost of a recommended correction doesn’t cause that item to be a section one correction. The correction must be related to an active infestation or infection to be categorized as a section one item.
Section Two contains items where a condition exists that is "deemed likely" to lead to infestation or infection. This includes, but not limited to, plumbing leaks, excessive moisture conditions, wood to ground contact, roof leaks and shower leaks. The cost or extent of needed correction has no effect on this designation. This section may also include recommended corrections to moisture damaged items such as cabinets or drywall. The word "damage" does not necessarily designate a correction as section one. Damage caused by leakageor some other moisture condition is a section two item unless infestation or infection is present. Mold growths are not an infection as they are not a wood destroying fungus.
This article was provided by:
Ernie Moore
ER Moore Termite and Pest Control
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