Home Inspections

Today we’re discussing why new construction homes still need inspections (Yes, Even Brand-New Ones).Written By: Sean Struckmeyer, Professional Home Inspector | Tech Inspect Home Services LLC As people, we tend to have a bias that anything brand new means it’s automatically perfect and without flaws, and that couldn’t be further from the truth. Ever buy a new car and had issues and recalls with it? Homes are no different and in-fact, there so many more parts and components and

Written By: Sean Struckmeyer | Tech Inspect Home Services Radon is a silent threat lurking in homes across America and understanding how to test it is crucial for protecting your family's health. At Tech Inspect Home Services LLC, we offer short-term radon as an affordable way to determine if your home has radon levels that require mitigation. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about radon and short-term testing methods. TL;DR - Short-

Drain Waste Vents: The Unsung Hero of Plumbing Written By: Sean Struckmeyer, Professional Home Inspector | Tech Inspect Home Services LLC You use your plumbing every day, but do you know how it works without smells or clogs? Did you know it’s all thanks to that white or gray pipe sticking out of your roof? Waste Management is all thanks to the DWV or Drain Waste Vent. It’s a network of pipes running throughout the home that is responsible for getting water and waste out of

Let’s Talk About Decks, from a home inspectors’ point of view, what we look for and what you should be aware of. Written by Sean Struckmeyer | Tech Inspect Home Services LLC Nothing says summertime like being out on your deck during the summer! I think we all enjoy time outside on our deck and want it to last for years and years to come. But that requires maintenance and understanding what makes a deck safe. If you are buying a home with a deck, it will be inspected accordi

How to Prioritize, Plan For, and Address Defects Found in Your Home Inspection Report If you’ve read any of our other posts, this next sentence will be familiar to you. When you first see the list of defects in your inspection report, the first thing to do is take a deep breath and understand that context is everything and everything CAN be fixed. Not all defects are created equally and understanding the context and importance of each defect is important. Understanding the c

Why Every Homeowner Should Know About French Drains and What Problems they can Solve By: Sean Struckmeyer | Tech Inspect Home Services Introduction to French Drains: After we get those big spring rains, is your yard every soggy for days on end? Problems with water seeping into you basement, after a week’s worth of rain? A solution worth investigating, may be a French drain. In its simplest form a French drain is a gravel filled trench that contains a perforated pipe that is

By: Sean Struckmeyer | Tech Inspect Home Services Did you know that there is a new type of Home Inspector? Have you had a home inspection in the past, where the inspector did the inspection handed you’re a checklist or word document and left never to be heard from again? Maybe you got a brief hand-off with a lot of information that left your head spinning? And that was it, no advice on next steps other than to contact a contractor? Did that leave you a little wanting? That’s

Written By: Sean Struckmeyer | Tech Inspect Home Services LLC 1. Introduction Thermal inspection services reveal hidden issues in your home using advanced infrared technology. At Tech Inspect Home Inspections, we use thermal imaging on each inspection to deliver a comprehensive view of your property’s condition. In this article, we’ll provide an understanding how thermal inspections work and the benefits they unlock empowers you to protect your investment, improve energy effi

How Can a Home Inspection Affect the Pending Sale of a Home? By Sean Struckmeyer | Tech Inspect Home Services LLC A home inspection documents the current condition of a home to provide the buyer with unbiased information. If the inspection highlights the needs for repair, the buyer may try to re-negotiate the price, push for repairs prior to closing or exit the transaction altogether, based on what is found. Ultimately, it’s the buyer’s decision and we are here to support t

By: Sean Struckmeyer | Tech Inspect Home Services LLC Introduction: In this article, Learn how our certified inspector uses a combination of drones and ladders to access and view all parts of a roof during a roof inspection, what we look for, how we report it, and why a detailed inspection matters. In Missouri, roof inspections aren’t just quick peeks from the street, they’re thorough, evaluations using ladders and drones to protect your home’s most vulnerable surface. As par

TL;DR: Cost of a Home Inspection The cost of a home inspection typically ranges from a few hundred to nearly $1,000 — but price alone shouldn't drive your decision. A quality inspection pays for itself by uncovering repair issues you can negotiate at closing, while also providing long-term guidance that saves money down the road. When evaluating the cost of a home inspection, focus on the value the inspector brings: experience, tools, time, and thoroughness. The cheapest opti

Short answer: No — but it depends on the home and the buyer. TL;DR Homes don't technically pass or fail a home inspection. Instead, a home inspection provides a detailed, neutral assessment of the home's condition. Whether the findings are acceptable depends entirely on the buyer's budget, goals, risk tolerance, and priorities. Understanding this reframes the inspection from a pass/fail test into what it really is: a powerful decision-making tool. Does a House Pass or Fail a

How Long Does a Home Inspection Take? The honest answer: it depends. The size of the home and the number of installed components are the two biggest factors that determine how long a home inspection takes. But time alone doesn't tell the whole story, what matters is how that time is used. TL;DR A home inspection with Tech Inspect starts at 3.5 hours for homes up to 1,500 sq ft, scaling up with square footage. Our structured, system-by-system process is designed to balance tho

Attendance Required? Should you attend or not is a common question, ultimately, it’s up to you and we understand if you can’t make it. What works best for Us: While we want you to be part of the process, it’s actually better for the inspector if you just want to be there for about the last 30 minutes of the inspection. By this point in the inspection, we’ll be done with the roof, major systems like HVAC and Electrical and we’ll be done in the attic, basement or crawlspace. We

What Is NOT Included in a Home Inspection? Understanding what a home inspection covers is important — but knowing what it doesn't cover is just as critical for setting the right expectations. TL;DR A home inspection is a visual, non-invasive assessment. While it covers the major systems and components of a home, it has defined boundaries. Inspectors do not test for mold or pests, operate valves or breakers, evaluate code compliance, or access areas that are unsafe or blocked.