Home Inspections

An upper gutter draining onto a lower roof can wear out shingles early. See why, what shingle makers say, when it's okay, and how to fix it.

Building code is a floor, not a finish line. See how code minimum and best practice differ, using window head flashing, and why home inspectors inspect beyond code.

Below 65°F, we won't run the AC — it can damage the compressor. See what cold weather limits during a fall inspection and how our warranty program covers the gap.

Foundation cracks aren't all equal. See what vertical, horizontal, and stair-step cracks mean, when to worry, and when to get a pro's evaluation in Missouri.

A home inspection for investment properties is risk management, not a formality. See what it protects and why buyer protection programs don't cover rentals.

Asbestos siding isn't automatically a problem. Learn when it's a risk, why intact siding can stay, how testing works, and what replacement really costs.

Should you inspect a home before making an offer? See how inspection contingencies and pre-offer inspections work, plus the real risks of waiving your rights.

Your garage firewall needs drywall, not OSB, and every box that penetrates it must be sealed. See the code standards and two real defects we found in the attic.

A radon test runs a minimum of 48 hours. Learn how long radon testing takes, how it fits your inspection timeline, and how to prepare for an accurate result.

What looks like mold can only be confirmed by a lab. See how to read a mold surface sample report, what "toxic mold" really means, and what spore counts tell you.

The InterNACHI Buy-Back Guarantee: if a participating inspector misses a covered defect, InterNACHI buys the home. How it works, what it covers, and the limits.

Buying a home with prior foundation repair? Get the repair records, engineer's report, and a transferable warranty before closing. A Missouri buyer's guide.

Radon, sewer scope, termite, well & septic — which home inspection add-ons are worth it? A St. Louis-area inspector breaks down what we test and what we refer.

Not sure what to fix first after your home inspection? Learn to prioritize findings in the right order: safety, repairs, maintenance, then cosmetic.

How long do roofs, HVAC, water heaters, siding, and windows last, and what does replacement cost in 2026? Lifespan ranges and ballpark budgets to plan and negotiate.

A downspout draining at the foundation is a common, low-cost inspection finding. See why downspouts should drain 4–6 feet from the house and how to fix it cheap.

The right questions turn your inspection walkthrough into real answers. What to ask about shutoffs, roof and HVAC age, water intrusion, permits, and next tests.

Buying a Missouri home on a private well with an FHA or VA loan? Learn the water testing requirement, who can collect the sample, and how it works.

The St. Louis area has termites, even in the city. Learn the warning signs, how to prevent them, who can inspect in Missouri, and VA loan inspection rules.

Attic ventilation done right protects your roof and prevents mold. See passive vent types, IRC standards, the best combo, and a short-circuiting mistake we found.