Inspector Blog

A home maintenance guide for new homeowners with practical seasonal tasks, safety checks, and system care to help prevent costly surprises.

Use this pre listing home inspection checklist to spot issues early, plan repairs, and help your home sale move forward with fewer surprises.

Use this first time home buyer inspection checklist to spot major issues, ask better questions, and feel more confident before closing.

This is a quick reference for negotiating after a home inspection.

Learn how to read a home inspection report, spot major issues, understand priorities, and make confident repair or buying decisions.

Learn what does a home inspection report include, from roof and structure to plumbing, electrical, safety concerns, photos, and recommendations.

Can infrared detect electrical hotspots? Learn what thermal imaging can reveal, where it helps most, and why findings still need expert inspection.

Learn how infrared inspection for moisture helps reveal hidden water intrusion, what inspectors look for, and when thermal imaging is most useful.

Learn when to get mold inspection, what signs matter, and how testing can help homebuyers, sellers, and homeowners avoid hidden moisture issues.

Learn the most common signs of mold in house conditions, where to look, what the damage means, and when to schedule a professional inspection.

A complete walkthrough of the home inspection process for first-time buyers in Chicago — what gets checked, what to watch for, and how to feel confident walking into closing. Contents What a home inspection actually is (and isn't) What gets inspected during a Chicago home inspection Chicago-specific issues every buyer should know about What happens after the inspection How to choose the right inspector What a Home Inspection Actually Is (and Isn't) A home inspection is a visu

How long does radon testing take? Learn typical radon test timelines, what can affect results, and what to expect during the process.

Radon testing for home buyers helps uncover an invisible health risk before closing. Learn when to test, what results mean, and next steps.

Learn the top 5 red flags in Chicago historic greystones, from foundation movement to old plumbing, so you can buy with more confidence.

Learn how to evaluate property condition assessment companies, what reports should include, and how the right inspection helps avoid costly surprises.

A residential property condition assessment helps buyers, sellers, and owners identify defects, safety concerns, and maintenance needs early.

How does Chicago cottonwood affect your air conditioner? Learn how fluff clogs condenser coils, reduces airflow, and raises cooling costs.

How much is a professional home inspection? Learn typical costs, what affects price, and when add-on tests like radon or mold make sense.

Buying in Lincoln Park means balancing charm, age, and cost. Learn what to inspect before you buy so hidden issues do not become expensive ones.

Learn what is a professional home inspection, what it covers, what it doesn't, and how it helps buyers and sellers avoid costly surprises.