Inspections typically cover the roof, foundation, basement or crawlspace, structure, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems, attic, insulation, and interior and exterior components.

Most Ohio home inspections take 2–4 hours, depending on the size, age, and condition of the home.

Yes, if you can! Many buyers find it helpful to walk through the home with the inspector and ask questions along the way.

No inspection is perfect. A home inspection is a non-invasive, visual evaluation, so issues hidden behind walls or underground may not be visible.

Home inspections are usually done during the purchase agreement’s inspection period, but they’re also helpful for sellers, homeowners, and new construction.

You’ll typically receive a clear, easy-to-read inspection report with photos and explanations within 24 hours.

Radon is common in Ohio because of the soil and geology. Long-term exposure to high radon levels increases the risk of lung cancer, which is why testing is so important.

Radon moves up from the soil and enters homes through small openings like foundation cracks, sump pits, crawlspaces, floor drains, and gaps around pipes.

Yes. Radon can be found in any home - new or old, with or without a basement, and in any neighborhood. Two homes next to each other can have very different radon levels.

Radon testing measures how much radon is in the air inside your home. Since radon is invisible, testing is the only way to know your level.

A small testing device is placed in the lowest livable area of the home, usually for 48 hours. The device quietly measures radon in the air.

Very little. Windows and doors should stay closed as much as possible, and normal daily activities can continue.

Radon testing is recommended:

• During a home purchase or sale
• After moving into a home
• After major renovations
• Every few years as a check-up

The EPA recommends fixing radon levels at 4.0 pCi/L or higher. Even lower levels can still carry some risk.

Radon mitigation is a way to lower radon levels in a home. It uses a system that safely pulls radon from beneath the house and vents it outside.

Most systems include a vent pipe and a quiet fan. The piping is often hidden in utility areas or run outside the home to keep it as discreet as possible.

Most radon mitigation systems in Ohio are installed in one day.

Yes. Properly installed systems typically reduce radon levels by 90–99%.

Very little. Homeowners just need to occasionally check the system’s indicator and retest radon levels every few years.

This policy follows Ohio home inspection ethical standards and is in place to avoid conflicts of interest. It ensures my inspection services remain independent, unbiased, and focused solely on protecting my clients—not generating repair work.

I perform a variety of common home repairs and maintenance services, including minor structural repairs, safety-related corrections, general home maintenance, and improvement projects. Services are limited to repairs I am qualified and permitted to perform under Ohio and local requirements.

Home repair consultations provide professional guidance without performing the actual work. I help homeowners understand inspection or radon findings, evaluate repair options, and plan next steps before hiring a contractor.

Yes. I personally review reports with clients, explain technical terms in plain language, and help prioritize repairs based on safety, function, and long-term maintenance.

I may provide general cost guidance or repair considerations based on experience. For homes subject to the one-year inspection restriction, I do not provide repair services or binding repair bids.

Homeowners are free to hire any qualified, Ohio contractor of their choice. I can still provide consultation and education during this time.

Yes. I offer both repair services and consultations for homes I did not inspect, as well as for homes outside the one-year restriction window.