Loyal to the Buyer.
Not to the Deal.
Some inspectors are built around keeping agents comfortable. We are built around protecting the buyer. That means more time on site, more defects documented, more explanation, and no pressure to soften what we find.
We serve Chicago & all Chicagoland suburbs in Cook, Lake, DuPage, McHenry, Will, & Kane Counties.
"When you hire us, no one in your transaction has any financial leverage over our work. We work solely for you, the homebuyer."
When Trust Matters Most
Most homebuyers understand that everyone in a real estate transaction has incentives. The seller wants the sale to go through. The lender wants the file to close. The agents want the transaction to survive. That does not make anyone evil. It just means the buyer needs one professional whose job is to tell the truth about the house, even when that truth is inconvenient.
We built this company for buyers who want an inspection centered on their interests, not on keeping the transaction comfortable.
Choosing the wrong inspector can leave you with less information, less explanation, and more risk than you realize. We built this company for buyers who want the truth clearly explained and fully documented.
Our Loyalty Is Clear
We do NOT partner with real estate agents. You will never see us making special offers to agents or shaping our process around agent convenience. Our special offers go directly to you.
One Home Per Day
You and your property are our only focus that day. We do not stack 3 or 4 inspections in a day hoping speed makes up for what gets missed. We average ~3 hours on site.
Free Follow-Up Review Session
After the inspection, every client gets a scheduled 1.5-hour 1-on-1 online session with an inspector to review findings, understand cost estimates, and ask any questions.
See Exactly What Makes Our Inspections Different — System by System
One inspection per day. 3 to 5 hours on-site. Thermal imaging, combustion analysis, and moisture meters on every job. Same-day reports written off-site. An included one-on-one post-inspection review. We walk you through every system we inspect — roof to attic — so you know precisely what you are paying for.
Fee Calculator
Transparent pricing math — exactly as described on our site
Fee Summary Breakdown
$350 deposit required. Zelle/Venmo preferred.
Radon Risk Tool
Search radon test results in your target neighborhood
Enter the zip code of your new property in the field below and press Lookup to see the radon risks in your zip code.
Full Service Home & Specialty Inspections
Single Family & Townhomes
Thorough top-to-bottom inspection of foundation, roof, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, structure, and windows.
Condominiums
Interior structural evaluation excluding common roof and exterior building elements.
Sewer Scope Camera
HD video inspection of main sewer line to detect tree root intrusions, clay cracks, bellies, or collapses. Replacement costs $3,000–$25,000.
What 2,400+ Clients Say After the Inspection
We hear the same words over and over again from clients:
- Thorough
- Clear
- Patient
- Detailed
- Found things no one else would have caught
We do not curate which clients get to leave a review. We invite every single one — because we are confident in our people, our process, and our reports.
That is how you earn 2,400 five-star reviews. Not by cherry-picking feedback. By doing the work.
Read the Reviews Yourself
Don't Just Take Our Word For It — Read the Reports Yourself
Most inspectors hide their reports behind a paywall or only show you a glossy summary. We publish our full, unedited sample inspection reports so you can see exactly the level of detail, photography, and documentation you will receive before you spend a dime.
- 70+ documented defects on average per report — not a 5-page checklist
- HD photos & video embedded directly in every finding
- Clear severity ratings so you know what matters and what doesn't
Our 6-Step Home Inspection Process
From live booking to follow-up review, here is how we ensure you make an informed decision.
Schedule Online
Pick your preferred date on our live calendar. Our system updates availability in real time.
Confirm & Deposit
Sign agreement & pay $350 deposit via Zelle/Venmo (no fees). Ensures skin in the game for all parties.
Attend Inspection
Walk through with your inspector. Seeing defects with your own eyes helps you evaluate risks accurately.
Final Payment & Report
Receive your comprehensive digital report same evening (complete with photos & HD video).
1.5 Hr Follow-Up Call
Online session with another senior inspector to review defects, estimate repair costs, and select contractors.
Judge Us Publicly
Use your $50 Photo Discount and post your honest feedback online to help future Chicagoland homebuyers.
Ask ALL Inspectors These Questions
Before hiring any home inspector in Chicagoland, ask them these 13 critical questions. Compare their answers to our standards — because most inspectors simply don't do what we do.
1How Many Inspections Does Your Inspector Schedule in a Day?
2How Many Reviews Does the Inspector Have?
3Can I Attend the Home Inspection?
4Does the Inspector Walk on Roofs?
5How Does the Inspector Check the Furnace?
6Do You Use the Thermal Imager?
7Do You Use a Moisture Meter?
8Do You Inspect JUST a Representative Sample of Outlets, Switches, Doors, and Windows?
9Do You Provide Photos and Videos in the Report?
10Does the Inspector Carry E&O Insurance?
11Does the Inspector Carry General Liability Insurance?
12Does the Inspector Offer Follow-Up Consultations?
13Does the Inspector Guarantee, or Warrantee Their Services?
Warranties & Additional Protection
We believe in transparency and want you to fully understand the risks, warranties, and options available during your home-buying journey. While we strive for excellence, it is important to understand the realities of a home inspection and why we strongly encourage purchasing additional protection.
The Reality of Home Inspections
No home inspector is perfect. Hidden or concealed issues exist in every home, and some conditions simply cannot be detected during a visual, non-invasive inspection. Mistakes can happen because inspectors are human. We care deeply about getting it right, we work hard on every inspection, and we stand behind our work — but it is important to be honest about what an inspection can and cannot be.
A home inspection is a generalist evaluation of the property's current condition. We are not a licensed plumber, electrician, HVAC technician, roofer, structural engineer, pest control specialist, chimney sweep, and sewer contractor all rolled into one. Each of those trades represents years of specialized training, certification, and daily hands-on experience in a single discipline. We do not possess the combined knowledge of all of those trades, and no single inspector does.
If you want the deepest possible certainty about any one system, the answer is to hire the licensed trade professional for that system — a plumber to pressure-test the lines, an electrician to open every junction box, an HVAC tech to run full combustion and refrigerant diagnostics, a structural engineer to calculate load paths, a roofer to lift every shingle. You could hire all of them. Most buyers do not, because the cost and coordination of assembling that many specialists before closing is rarely practical. That is exactly the gap a home inspector fills: one trained professional giving you a thorough, honest, big-picture assessment so you know where to focus your time and money.
Furthermore, home inspection companies are not insurance companies. Our professional fees are designed to cover a thorough, professional evaluation of the property's current condition — not to act as an underwriting service for future repairs. We do not have the profit markup necessary to provide a full-service warranty as part of our standard inspection fee. That is why we strongly encourage the optional protection plans below, and why we always recommend bringing in the appropriate licensed trade when our findings point to a concern that warrants it.
Optional Protection Plans
For clients seeking financial peace of mind, we recommend two distinct options:
Elite Warranty Program
$50Our Pro B Plan provides 90 days from closing (or 120 days from inspection) of protection with up to $3,000 aggregate coverage for appliances, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mold, roof, and structural elements with zero deductibles.
Achosa Home Warranty
Purchased SeparatelyFor those wanting longer-term, comprehensive coverage, Achosa offers annual service contracts (available for 12, 18, 24, or 36 months) for major home systems and appliances. Achosa is unique because it gives you the "power to choose" your own licensed contractors for all required services rather than requiring you to use a pre-assigned provider.
Our Exclusive Commitment
To demonstrate our commitment to your protection, if you purchase the Elite Warranty Program through us, we will match anything they pay out as a claim, provided the total amount does not exceed the actual cost of the repair or replacement. We want to be your partner in ensuring that a "bad day" or a missed hidden defect does not become a financial burden for you. You must purchase the Warranty at the time of the inspection.
Educate Yourself Before Buying
These guides help you understand what a quality inspector should be checking. The More You Know / The More You're Worth.
Article #10Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Critical smoke & carbon monoxide alarm placement mistakes that could cost lives—what to check before buying any home.
Article #09Understanding How Your Home's Electricity Works
Learn what 240/120V power means, circuit capacity, and critical warning signs to check before buying your home.
Article #08Guide to Old Wiring
Essential guide to old wiring in vintage homes: knob & tube, aluminum, cloth-covered systems. What buyers must know.
Article #07Guide to Residential Electrical Wiring
Learn what to look for when buying a home, from NM cable to conduit systems, safety issues, and common defects.
Ready to Protect Your Investment?
Book directly on our live calendar now or call us if you have any questions before scheduling.