Looking for a termite inspector in Wood, SD? Describe your project once and up to five licensed termite inspectors who work in Wood and Mellette County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Wood is home to about 42 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−4.5% since 2020). With 171 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Termite pressure and loan requirements make WDO reports routine in local home sales.
Wood at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 42 (−4.5% since 2020)
- Rank in South Dakota
- 280th of 310 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.2 sq mi
- Population density
- 171 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Town (Wood town)
- Main county
- Mellette County
What to check before hiring in Wood
- 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 Wood
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WDO / WDI inspection
Wood-destroying organism inspection with the report used for real estate and lenders.
Frequently asked questions in Wood
How much does a termite inspection cost in Wood, SD?
It depends on the home and the deadline. Describe the home: inspectors who serve Wood 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 five independent licensed termite inspectors who serve Wood 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.