About Douglas County, WA

A newer community for active adults age 55 and better
• Resort-style amenities
• Onsite ASU Lifelong Learning Academy and classrooms
• 48,000 square foot Union Center for Wellness and Higher Learning
• State-of-the-art fitness (with onsite trainers)
• Indoor and outdoor pools
• Every arts and crafts class imaginable
• Poston Butte Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course with beautiful mountain views.
• Part of the larger all-ages Anthem at Merrill Ranch master plan, with amenities you (and your grandkids) can enjoy: a giant water park and aquatic center, an indoor rock-climbing wall, parks and ball fields, a sprawling community center with fitness, pools, and more.
• The onsite Lifestyle Director is a friendly resource who can link you with resident-driven activities, classes, and trips.
• Choose from 14 one to three bedroom homes
• Homes range in size from 1,099 to 2,849 square feet.
• 1.8kW solar panel system included with every home

To view all available homes in Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch and the family section at Parksdie, go to our web site:

http://www.merrillranchrealestateexpert.com/

Come see me at 2329 Veedol Drive, East Wenatchee. I am a Rambler with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths with a pool and a hot tub.

Click here for more detail regarding this home and financing options.

Wow, the whole town of Bridgeport is alight with the news that they may be hosting our president. Even if they are not the final choice this year for his high school graduation visit, they can be so proud that they were in the final running. I think that if President Obama does his homework he will indeed choose Bridgeport, Washington as his destination.

President Obama does not attend just any high school graduation after-all. You must have statistics that knock his socks off to be even considered for such a huge honor. Now he is a busy man and if he accidently picks another high school, well we will certainly understand that clearly he was distracted with other duties and that would explain why he was unable to make the right choice.

We in Methow Valley Washington are very proud of you seniors in Bridgeport who have earned this great opportunity and we are sending you luck and best wishes. Congratulations you are already winners in our hearts and minds and we are so impressed by your acheivements. It will be great to see where this talented graduating class progresses to in their journeys.

Home Inspection in Wenatchee, Chelan and Okanogan- Structural Pest Inspection

Structural pest inspections in the State of Washington are called- Complete wood destroying organism inspections.

What is that?

The State of Washington defines this as an inspection to determine evidence of infestation, damage, or conditions conducive for WDO's (wood destroying insects or organisms) with regards to the transfer, exchange or refinancing of any structure in Washington State.

Conducive conditions, what is that?

It is a condition that may lead to or enhance infestation of wood destroying organisms or insects (termites, moisture ants, carpenter ants, rot, and beetles).

Many things can fall under that terminology.

• Earth in direct contact with wood (treated or not treated) or in adequate clearance between Earth and any wood or material subject damage by moisture.
• Vegetation in direct contact with the exterior of the structure which may contribute to moisture or damage by WDO's.
• Restricted or not functioning gutter systems.
• Bare (no vapor barrier) or unapproved ground in substructures (i.e. crawlspace).
• Standing water or evidence of seasonal standing water in a substructure (i.e. crawlspace).
• Failed or missing caulk or grout at water splash areas (i.e. baths, kitchens, laundry areas or lower exterior walls).
• Moisture from plumbing leaks, leaky roofs, lack of ventilation or other sources that may contribute to damage by WDO's.
• Concrete against siding and trim.
• Exterior soil graded towards the home
• Conducive debris- (defined as any non-structural cellulose or non-cellulose materials that can provide food or habitat for WDO's.)

In general as a Home inspector/Structural pest inspector I am trying to find out areas where water can infiltrate or can condense in the structure/home. Most insects and organisms like higher moisture levels so controlling this will help limit the possibility of infestation by WDO's.

Water is the enemy for homes. Good for people, bad for wood and other building materials.

What should I expect from a Good Pest Inspection?

Confidence that your home is not being damaged by wood destroying organisms!

A complete and accurate inspection report and site drawing showing pests, their signs, and conducive conditions.

Home Inspection in Wenatchee, Chelan and Okanogan- Structural Pest Inspection

NCW Home Inspections, LLC is located in Wenatchee Washington serving Chelan County, Douglas County, Okanogan County and Grant County Washington.

NCW Home Inspections LLC-509-670-9572