Looking for a termite inspector in Swaledale, IA? Describe your project once and up to three licensed termite inspectors who work in Swaledale and Cerro Gordo County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Swaledale is home to about 136 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−4.2% since 2020). With 546 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Termite pressure and loan requirements make WDO reports routine in local home sales.
Swaledale at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 136 (−4.2% since 2020)
- Rank in Iowa
- 760th of 940 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.2 sq mi
- Population density
- 546 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Swaledale city)
- Main county
- Cerro Gordo County
What to check before hiring in Swaledale
- License: in Iowa, 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 Swaledale
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WDO / WDI inspection
Wood-destroying organism inspection with the report used for real estate and lenders.
Frequently asked questions in Swaledale
How much does a termite inspection cost in Swaledale, IA?
It depends on the home and the deadline. Describe the home: inspectors who serve Swaledale 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 Swaledale 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.