Standard Home & Condo Inspection
Starting at $650 for Single Family/Townhouses (Up to 2,500 SqFt) and $550 for Condos. We take our time, spend up to 5 hours on site, and document an average of 70 issues per report so you know exactly what you are buying.
Single Family / Townhome Pricing
- Up to 2,500 SqFt Base Fee:$650
- Photo-Upload Review Discount:-$50
- Over 2,500 SqFt Surcharge:+$75 per additional 500 SqFt
Size is calculated using whichever is higher between MLS listing or tax records.
Condo Inspection Pricing
- Up to 2,500 SqFt Base Fee:$550
- Photo-Upload Review Discount:-$50
- Over 2,500 SqFt Surcharge:+$75 per additional 500 SqFt
Condo inspection skips common building exterior & roof unless specifically contracted.
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$350 deposit required. Zelle/Venmo preferred.
What Makes Our Inspections Different
We are the highest-rated home inspection company in Chicagoland. Here is why that rating is earned.
One Inspection Per Day — Yours.
We schedule one inspection per day. When your inspection begins, your inspector has nothing else on the schedule, no other client waiting, and no reason to rush.
How this differs from the norm: Most inspection companies schedule two, three, or four inspections daily. Time pressure is real — it affects how long an inspector spends in the attic, how carefully a finding is photographed and documented, and whether they stop to answer your questions. We eliminate that pressure completely.
We Spend 3 to 5 Hours On-Site.
We schedule 5 hours for every inspection because we genuinely do not know what we will find until we are there. A home with significant problems takes longer. A home where you have many questions takes longer. We build the time in so we never have to cut anything short. On average, our inspectors document over 70 issues per home. That number does not reflect alarm — it reflects what thorough looks like.
How this differs from the norm: 60 to 90 minutes is a common industry window. In that time, an inspector physically cannot test every outlet, open every window, run water in every fixture, inspect the attic, evaluate the panels, and document what they find. We have never finished an honest inspection in 90 minutes.
We Use Tools Most Inspectors Don't.
A flashlight and a clipboard miss things that technology finds. Here is what we bring to every inspection:
Thermal Imaging Camera
Detects temperature differences invisible to the naked eye. Used to find moisture intrusion behind walls, insulation failures, overloaded electrical connections, and HVAC airflow problems. Standard on every inspection — not an add-on.
Moisture Meters
Used to probe suspected wet areas and locate hidden water damage before it becomes visible mold.
Combustion Analyzer
Placed on every furnace. Measures exhaust gases and calculates exact furnace efficiency. Documents carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and residual oxygen levels. No inspector can see inside a heat exchanger with a flashlight — this tool gives us data-backed answers.
Drone
Deployed when walking the roof is not safe or feasible. Either way, you receive close-up visual documentation of roof conditions.
How this differs from the norm: Many inspectors do not own thermal imaging cameras or combustion analyzers. These are not exotic tools — they are the difference between what a visual inspection finds and what your home is actually doing.
Our Reports Are Complete — Not Curated.
Our goal is a long, accurate, honest list of issues — not a short list that makes a deal easy to close. Every documented issue in our report includes:
- A clear explanation of what the problem is
- How serious it is
- Your options to address it
- Relative priority for repair
We use plain language. If a furnace shows signs of heat exchanger stress, we say that. If a roof has 3 to 5 years of life remaining, we say that. If foundation cracks are cosmetic and common, we say that too. Nothing is softened to make the transaction easier for someone else.
How this differs from the norm: Vague report language — phrases like "recommend further evaluation by a qualified contractor" with no explanation of what was observed or why — protects the inspector and smooths the deal. It does not protect you. We write reports for buyers, not for files.
Same-Day Report Delivery.
Inspections are scheduled in the morning. Reports are written off-site in the afternoon, away from the distractions of the property. Our goal is delivery by evening.
How this differs from the norm: Reports written during an inspection are written while the inspector is still inspecting — divided attention that produces less accurate documentation. Off-site writing, completed after the full inspection, produces a more thorough and carefully constructed report.
Your Post-Inspection Report Review — Included.
Every inspection includes a scheduled one-on-one session with a member of our team, conducted through our client platform. Your consultant walks through the full report with you, explains what each finding means, discusses your options, and uses cost calculators for major items so you have real numbers — not guesses. Contractor references and cost estimates are provided where available.
This is not a voicemail or a form email. It is a real conversation with a trained professional about your actual home. We built a team specifically to deliver this service so that every client gets personalized attention — not a number in a queue.
Our Complete Inspection Process — System by System
Here is exactly what we inspect, and how:
Roof
We walk the roof when it is safe to do so. When it is not, we drone it. Either way, you receive close-up visual documentation. We inspect roof coverings, flashings, roof vents, plumbing vents, above-roof electrical wires, gutters, copings, and chimneys.
Exterior
Inspected from the ground perimeter. We document walls, soffits, fascias, downspouts, windows, doors, sidewalks, lot grading, vegetation affecting the structure, and fencing.
Foundation & Below-Grade
We inspect basements from the interior. In finished basements, we deploy thermal imaging and moisture meters to look behind walls for signs of water entry. We document the foundation from footings up: cracks, settling, water entry, past repairs, window openings, and penetrations. We then inspect posts, beams, and floor joists.
Electrical Systems
We remove the dead front covers of every panel and sub-panel in the home. We use a thermal imaging camera on every electrical panel to identify overloaded connections. We inspect the main service entrance, service mast, meter panel, main bond, grounding electrode conductor, distribution panels, breakers, and visible wiring. We make every effort to test every outlet, every light, and every switch throughout the home.
Heating Systems
We document the age of all heating equipment. We use our combustion analyzer on every furnace to measure exhaust gases and calculate efficiency. We photograph every supply register and use an infrared thermometer to verify heat delivery to every room. We inspect humidifiers and air filters.
Cooling Systems
We photograph the data plate on every outdoor compressor and use that information to determine age, tonnage, minimum wire size, and maximum breaker. We operate the system if outdoor temperatures permit (above 65°F — operating below this threshold risks compressor damage).
Plumbing Systems
We inspect the water heater, all visible supply lines, and all visible waste lines. We inspect sump pits and ejector pits. We run water at every kitchen and bathroom fixture and at every hose bib. We use our thermal imaging camera beneath kitchens and bathrooms to look for signs of active water leakage.
Interior
We inspect floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors, cabinets, outlets, switches, and appliances. We document cosmetic issues separately. Our primary focus is water entry, structural concerns, and problem windows and doors.
Attic
We inspect insulation levels, ventilation systems, and visible structure. We document any plumbing, heating, or electrical components located in the attic space.