Looking for a termite inspector in Chelsea, SD? Describe your project once and up to three licensed termite inspectors who work in Chelsea and Faulk County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Chelsea is home to about 19 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a stable community (+0.0% since 2020). With 60 people per sq mi, it is a rural area. Termite pressure and loan requirements make WDO reports routine in local home sales.
Chelsea at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 19 (+0.0% since 2020)
- Rank in South Dakota
- 295th of 310 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.3 sq mi
- Population density
- 60 people per sq mi (rural)
- Type
- Town (Chelsea town)
- Main county
- Faulk County
What to check before hiring in Chelsea
- License: in South Dakota, 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 Chelsea
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WDO / WDI inspection
Wood-destroying organism inspection with the report used for real estate and lenders.
Frequently asked questions in Chelsea
How much does a termite inspection cost in Chelsea, SD?
It depends on the home and the deadline. Describe the home: inspectors who serve Chelsea 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 Chelsea 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.