What to Expect From Your Inspection

If you are in need of a home inspection in Northeast Ohio, Clear Home Inspection is here to help. Whether you need mold testing, a sewer scope inspection, or you just are interested in a home inspection to ensure proper maintenance of your current home, you can trust us to deliver excellent services.

Here’s what you can count on from us:

Qualified

Our state licensed and nationally certified home inspectors are always here to help, and ensure that you are aware of any potential issues with your current home, or a home that you’re interested in purchasing. With 2 decades of construction industry experience behind us we have the expertise needed to deliver you the best possible inspection.

Thorough

You need a thorough inspection. We will get in that dark crawlspace and walk on that roof! If the roof is not safe to walk we take a HD drone video of the entire roof. We scan the interior and exterior surfaces with an infrared camera, so we see what others cannot. And those are just a few of the things we are doing to provide you a better inspection and protect your interests.

Timely

Your time is valuable. We respect your time, your inspector will show up on time and ready to start inspecting. We give you an estimate of how long your inspection will take based on the size and age of the home and the services you have selected. So you will know how long your inspection will be.

Not Rushed 

Because a rushed inspection is not a good inspection. We respect our clients, so we’ll never rush through or overbook inspections. We inspect fast because we are efficient & experienced, never rushed. The purchase of your home is too important for a rushed inspection.

Education

A big part of a great home inspection is education. We invite every client to do a walkthrough with us after our inspection. It is an opportunity for you to ask questions and get an overview of our findings before you get your report. This walkthrough is an essential part of the inspection process that should not be missed.

Next Day Report

When we inspect your home, we are focused on just that, Inspecting your home. Our thorough reports are created after the inspection, not during. This way you get the best onsite inspection and we can do the research that is required to produce an accurate & thorough report after the inspection. Your inspection report will then be delivered on the next business day or sooner.

Reports to Make Closing Easy

Your report is produced on the industry leading platform, so it’s easy to read and navigate. With automated reminders everybody stays in the loop. Our repair request builder tool will make negotiating or getting contractor quotes a breeze. Agents say this cuts hours off their process.

Follow Up

After you have had a chance to review your inspection we invite you to go over it with us on the phone. That way you can be sure you understand what’s important and what’s minor.

Ongoing Resource 

We love hearing from our past clients. And with our background of 2 decades in the construction & remodeling industry right here in Northeast Ohio; we are a wealth of information and referrals. Our past clients and their agents regularly tap into us as a resource.

Buy Back Guarantee

Because we care about your investment, all of our general home inspections include the (InterNACHI buyback guarantee(link)). If we miss anything major InterNACHI will buy your home back at the full purchase Price!

All our General Home Inspections meet or exceed the highest standards in the industry set forth in the standards of practice by The International Association Of Certified Home Inspectors and the state of Ohio.

For homebuyers who just made an offer on their next home, it is the home inspection that will bring to light what you need to know before you buy. Because it will give you the clear understanding needed to buy with confidence and the power to negotiate with real leverage.

Wondering what’s included in a standard home inspection from Clear Home Inspection? Here is a quick overview of the services included in your home inspection, and the major systems that we analyze and assess throughout the process.

  • Roof

    The roof is one of the most costly and important structures. We will examine the roof, its structure, shingles/tiles, flashing, gutters, downspouts and more.

  • Exterior

    This includes the exterior walkways and doors, siding, eaves and soffits, fascia, paint, and other such elements of the home’s exterior.

  • HVAC

    We will visually inspect the HVAC systems including ducts, filters, furnaces and air conditioning units.

  • Plumbing

    We will visually inspect plumbing fixtures for proper function, including tubs, sinks, hoses, showers, and water shut-off valves, and look for leaks and other such flaws.

  • Electrical Systems

    We will visually inspect both interior and exterior electrical systems including service drops, service masts, grounding, outlets, meters, circuit breakers, and other such systems.

  • Appliances

    We will test and examine major appliances like hot water heaters, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, and more.

  • Doors, Windows & Interior

    We will check doors and windows for proper sealing and drafts, signs of mold or water damage, and more. We will also check the condition of all interior spaces.

  • Foundations, Basements and Crawl Spaces

    We will examine the foundation, crawlspaces and basements to look for signs of things like past water damage, foundation cracking or shifting, and other such potentially expensive issues.

  • Attic, Ventilation & Insulation

    We will examine the attic to ensure it is properly ventilated, check for mold and moisture, assess the level of insulation, and more.

What's Included in a Home Inspection