Looking for a termite inspector in Opelika, AL? Describe your project once and up to three licensed termite inspectors who work in Opelika and Lee County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Opelika is home to about 35,005 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+12.9% since 2020). With 569 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Termite pressure and loan requirements make WDO reports routine in local home sales.
Opelika at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 35,005 (+12.9% since 2020)
- Rank in Alabama
- 15th of 463 cities and towns
- Land area
- 61 sq mi
- Population density
- 569 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Opelika city)
- Main county
- Lee County
What to check before hiring in Opelika
- License: in Alabama, WDO inspections are done by state-licensed pest control operators.
- Form: ask your lender which form it accepts.
- Independence: inspection and treatment can be done by different companies.
- Price drivers: home size, access and deadline.
Useful official resources
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NPMA: National Pest Management Association
Official information and guidance.
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EPA: termites
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Opelika
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WDO / WDI inspection
Wood-destroying organism inspection with the report used for real estate and lenders.
Frequently asked questions in Opelika
How much does a termite inspection cost in Opelika, AL?
It depends on the home and the deadline. Describe the home: inspectors who serve Opelika reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often under an hour, with the report the same day.
Who pays for it?
It is negotiated between buyer and seller; in VA loans, rules on who pays vary.
Which licensed termite inspectors will contact me?
Up to three independent licensed termite inspectors who serve Opelika and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.