INSPECTION SERVICES

All of our inspections conducted exceed the State of Illinois Home Inspection Standards of Practice as well as the high standards expected by our customers.

The inspection is a careful examination of the visible components of a building/house. A certified termite inspection and carbon monoxide test are included in the inspection - at NO extra cost . These components include:

THE STRUCTURE

  • Foundation
  • Support and Framing System
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic
  • Water Seepage
  • Ventilation
  • Insulation
  • Chimney
  • Garage, etc.

MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

  • Plumbing System and Fixtures
  • Electrical Service (Wiring, Fixtures, and Outlets)
  • Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment

EXTERIOR

  • Roofing
  • Siding
  • Leaders and Gutters
  • Windows
  • Doors
  • Caulking/Glazing
  • Stoops
  • Decks
  • Patios
  • Sheds
  • Landscaping
  • Grading, etc.

INTERIOR

  • Walls
  • Floors
  • Ceilings
  • Doors, etc.
  • Cosmetics and the possibility of Environmental or Health Hazards

ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING AVAILABLE

We will alert you to the possible presence of environmental or health hazards that may be lurking at the inspection site. E.P.A. approved testing can be performed by the inspector at the client's request.

  • Asbestos
  • Carbon Monoxide
  • Electro-Magnetic Fields
  • Mold
  • Radon
  • Urea Formaldehyde
  • Water Quality/Well Water Screening

Fee Schedule

Our Fee Schedule includes many services that are not part of most other inspector's services. When comparing prices, make sure to compare all our services. Compare apples to apples.

The following is a list of our general fee schedule. Please note asterisk items for additional included services described below.

Single Family Home <= 2,500 sq. ft. Inspection *

$399.00

Single Family Home > 2,500 to <= 4,000 sq. ft. Inspection *

$499.00

Single Family Home 4,000 sq ft - 5,000 sq. ft. Inspection *

$599.00

Single Family Home > 5,000 sq. ft. Inspection *

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Apartment Style Condominium, 2 - 3 bedroom, 1-2 bath *

$299.00

Attached Townhouse, 2 - 3 bedroom, 1-2 bath * $349.00

Multi-Family Property (up to 8 units)

Base $200.00

Plus $150.00 per unit

Commercial / Religious / Non-Residential Property

By sq. ft. determination

New Construction Inspection (includes 12th month Builder's Warranty re-inspection)

$649.00

Phased Construction Inspection (multiple visits) Get Quote

Builder's Warranty Inspection (separate)

$349.00

Pre-Closing Verification Inspection (separate)

$125.00

Security Deposit Inspection (both pre-lease and post-lease inspections, discounts available for multiple unit inspections)

$75.00

Rehab / Remodeling Consultation

$55.00 / hr

Flat fee discounts available

House of Worship Inspection Discount

40%

Radon Gas Test (Closed House Results in 48 hours.  Occupied houses may take longer.) $165.00 Plus $25.00 per canister over 1
Pest Inspection (Termites, Ants, Rodents, etc) $80.00
Asbestos Inspection (General / Specific Area) $150.00 / $250.00

Mold Inspection (General / Specific Area /

 Species Test / Certification Report)

$350.00 / $250.00 / $125.00 / $150.00
* Single Family Home Inspection fees include a Pre-Closing walkthrough and six months of free phone consultations about any questions you may have for your new house.  Additional on-site consultations available as discounted rates.