Top 8 Home Inspectors in Bascom, OH

Porch Pro Headshot ERIE INSPECTION SERVICE
Home Inspectors
Serves Bascom, Ohio
(1,200)
Erie Inspection Service, Inc. is one of the oldest inspection firms in Northwest Ohio. Founded in 1989, our company is also one of the most experienced in the area. We can provide you with invaluable information from seasoned certified inspectors with more than 24 years in the inspection business,...Read more about ERIE INSPECTION SERVICE
Erie Inspection Service, Inc. is one of the oldest inspection firms in Northwest Ohio. Founded in 1989, our company is also one of the most experienced in the area. We can provide you with invaluable information from seasoned certified inspectors with more than 24 years in the inspection business,...Read more about ERIE INSPECTION SERVICE
Porch Pro Headshot Medallion Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bascom, Ohio
(201)
With nearly 1,000 home inspections performed and 40 combined years in the building industry, Medallion provides you with a comprehensive report based on experience. Not only are we certified by the American Home Inspectors Training Institute, we are committed to understanding best practices in all p...Read more about Medallion Home Inspections
With nearly 1,000 home inspections performed and 40 combined years in the building industry, Medallion provides you with a comprehensive report based on experience. Not only are we certified by the American Home Inspectors Training Institute, we are committed to understanding best practices in all p...Read more about Medallion Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Riverside Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bascom, Ohio
(59)
Our goals at Riverside Home Inspections is to provide our clients with a detailed inspection with great customer service
Our goals at Riverside Home Inspections is to provide our clients with a detailed inspection with great customer service
Porch Pro Headshot Erie Inspection Service, Inc.
Home Inspectors
Serves Bascom, Ohio
(749)
For over 30 years Erie Inspection Service has been inspecting homes & commercial properties in Northern Ohio & South East Michigan. We are an independent, family owned and operated company with multiple inspectors in 3 locations: Bellevue/ Sandusky Toledo/ Detroit Amherst/ Cleveland
For over 30 years Erie Inspection Service has been inspecting homes & commercial properties in Northern Ohio & South East Michigan. We are an independent, family owned and operated company with multiple inspectors in 3 locations: Bellevue/ Sandusky Toledo/ Detroit Amherst/ Cleveland
Porch Pro Headshot Rapid Roof
Home Inspectors
Serves Bascom, Ohio
(16)
We are the areas highest quality full service roofing contractor designed for today's homeowners. We believe in a no pressure simple approach. Our model is Quote, Schedule, Install and we do not believe in a 2 hr. sales pitch with high pressure close tactics. We specialize in storm damaged roofs an...Read more about Rapid Roof
We are the areas highest quality full service roofing contractor designed for today's homeowners. We believe in a no pressure simple approach. Our model is Quote, Schedule, Install and we do not believe in a 2 hr. sales pitch with high pressure close tactics. We specialize in storm damaged roofs an...Read more about Rapid Roof
Porch Pro Headshot Aardvark Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bascom, Ohio
Providing buyers and sellers with the information they need to make an informed decision about their real estate transaction, from foundation to shingles, is what we at Aardvark Inspections have taken pride in for years. Hoosiers have trusted our detailed inspection reports to save hundreds of thous...Read more about Aardvark Inspections
Providing buyers and sellers with the information they need to make an informed decision about their real estate transaction, from foundation to shingles, is what we at Aardvark Inspections have taken pride in for years. Hoosiers have trusted our detailed inspection reports to save hundreds of thous...Read more about Aardvark Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Horizon Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bascom, Ohio
Serving all of Northwest Ohio. Professionally trained and certified.
Serving all of Northwest Ohio. Professionally trained and certified.
Porch Pro Headshot Galaxie Construction LLC
Home Inspectors
Serves Bascom, Ohio

Frequently asked questions about home inspectors

Buying a home is the biggest purchase you’ll make in your lifetime. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking to buy your next place, there are many benefits of hiring a professional home inspector.

Walking through a home, you may notice a few things you want to fix or rooms you want to paint. The home inspector will assess important HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Inspectors notice structural or insulation problems that you and your real estate agent probably missed. The inspector outlines all their findings in a report and walks you through the property to explain major issues.

If you decide to go through with the purchase, the home inspection report offers a roadmap for repairs you may need. The inspection report is also great leverage for contract negotiations with the seller. If there’s a major repair on the report, you can ask the seller to cover it or come down on the sale price.

Of course, the main benefit of hiring a home inspector is that they’ll help you avoid buying a home that needs more work than you’re willing to pay. As long as your offer is contingent on the home inspection, you’ll be able to walk away with your down payment and find the property that works best for your family and your budget.

Before you hire a home inspector, make sure they’re certified. Not all home inspectors are members of the American Society of Home Inspectors, so check that yours is. Members of AHSI adhere to a standard of ethics, continue their education, and have access to more resources.

Check to make sure your home inspector is insured. Home inspectors usually carry professional liability (aka errors and omissions) insurance and general liability to cover things like property damage claims.

As part of the home buying process, your local home inspector will have a certain number of days to examine the property. Then, you’ll walk through the house together so the inspector can point out any problems they may have found. In the end, the inspector will give you a report detailing everything you need to know.

When choosing an inspector, ask for previous inspection reports to see how thorough they are. Good reports are thorough and include photos. Reading reviews gives you a better idea of what to expect from the home inspector. If you’re choosing between a full-time inspector and a part-time one, hire the full-time inspector – they’ll have booked more hours and experience.

Of course, if you already have a good rapport with your real estate agent, ask who they would recommend. Real estate agents often deal with home inspectors, so they’ll know the best option for you in your area.

You’ve bought your dream home and noticed some water damage in the basement a month later. You hire a contractor to assess it, and they say this isn’t the first time the basement has seen water damage – the foundation wall is bowing from it. This issue should have been on the inspection report. Is the inspector liable?

They can be. That question is why it’s best to hire an inspector who carries errors and omissions insurance, as well as general liability insurance. The inspector will have to file a claim to cover the repairs, but they will be more likely to cover those costs.

As with any legal action, there’s no guarantee you’ll get your money back. Pursuing legal action against an uninsured home inspector will become an even bigger headache, and they may not have the funds available to cover the repairs you need.

You also have to prove that nothing happened to alter the home's condition after you completed the inspection report. For instance, if there aren’t any issues with the roof at the time of inspection, and you notice leaks a few months after a big storm, the home inspector would not be liable.

The cost of a home inspection depends on a few factors, including the location and size of the property. Generally, you should expect to pay a couple hundred dollars for one home inspection. A few things about local home inspectors could increase that price:

  • Experience - When hiring a more experienced home inspector, they tend to charge more.
  • Age and condition of the property - Older homes may cost more to inspect.
  • Travel time - The inspector may charge for commuting if you buy a country home off the beaten path.
  • Additional inspections - Depending on where you buy your home, you may want to invest in specialty inspections. Radon tests, pest inspections, and well inspections will run up the bill. Ask your real estate agents which inspections they would recommend, and plan for them when finalizing your budget.

In some real estate markets, the seller may pay for an inspection ahead of time. Ask your real estate agent if they trust the company that performed the pre-inspection. This awareness can help you decide whether or not to invest in another inspection.

If you’re selling a home in a competitive market, investing in a pre-sale home inspection may be a good idea. As a seller, some pros include the following:

  • The inspection report will paint a realistic view of the property, helping you and your real estate agent set a competitive listing price.
  • A pre-sale inspection allows you to make any necessary repairs or updates to get a greater return on investment when the time comes to sell.
  • You won’t be surprised by the buyer’s home inspection report. If you’re selling your first home to upgrade to a second, the pre-sale inspection will help you avoid any costly negotiations that the buyer’s report might unearth.
  • If you are selling a relative’s property that you inherited, the pre-sale inspection will give you all the details you need about the property's condition.

While it may seem beneficial to have a pre-sale inspection before you put your home on the market, there can also be downsides. Here are a few cons that impact homebuyers and sellers alike:

  • The seller is legally obligated to reveal any problems with the house to potential buyers. If the pre-sale inspection uncovers some major problems, your plans may need to change.
  • As a homebuyer, remember that the pre-sale home inspection usually benefits the seller. The home inspector likely had the seller’s best interests at heart and not yours. It’s always a good idea to invest in your home inspection.
  • Finally, a pre-sale home inspection doesn’t guarantee the buyer’s inspector won’t find anything wrong with the property.

Recent reviews for Bascom Home Inspectors

360224

Riverside Home Inspections were very good.

- Taylor Blakely
269310

Chad was great!

- Jeff Elchert
302748

Chad Cheek did a great inspection.

- Mandy Ritter
304927

Chad Cheek did good.

- Joseph Hinckley
369898

everything went well, very helpful inspector was really good

- Genevieve Cochrane
365486

The inspection was great! The inspector did a great job he was very thorough and detailed.

- David Hinman
315504

Chad was very kind, knowledgeable, helpful and pleased with report.

- Kevin Wurmser
263334

Chad Cheek was great he answered all my questions and his report was full detailed happy with his service.

- Anna Tessari
293868

the inspection chad was great, he was very helpful finding the items that need work done.

- Patrick Quinlan
299705

Chad Cheek did a great job with the inspection.

- Robert Waser
313744

The inspection went very well, they did a good job.

- Nacy Kekelik
329440

Chad Cheek has a great personality. He was friendly and kind. Most of all very informative.

- Justin Daniel

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Home Inspection
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Within a week
Purpose
Purchasing property
Inspection type
Whole home
Property type
Single family residence
Property size
1,501-2,000 sq ft
Property age
51+ years
Foundation type
Basement
Relationship to property
Buyer
Occupied
Yes
Utilities turned on
Yes
Specific services
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Start Date
Within a month
Purpose
Purchasing property
Inspection type
Whole home
Property type
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Property size
1,501-2,000 sq ft
Property age
51+ years
Foundation type
Raised with crawl space
Relationship to property
Buyer
Occupied
No
Utilities turned on
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Home Inspection
Start Date
Within a week
Purpose
Purchasing property
Inspection type
Whole home
Property type
Single family residence
Property size
1,501-2,000 sq ft
Property age
51+ years
Foundation type
Raised with crawl space
Relationship to property
Buyer
Occupied
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Utilities turned on
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Tiffin 44883
Home Inspection
Start Date
Within a week
Purpose
Purchasing property
Inspection type
Whole home
Property type
Single family residence
Property size
1,501-2,000 sq ft
Property age
51+ years
Foundation type
Basement
Relationship to property
Buyer
Occupied
No
Utilities turned on
Yes
Specific services
Mold test, Lead paint test, Termite inspection
Fostoria 44830
Home Inspection
Start Date
I'm flexible
Purpose
Purchasing property
Inspection type
Whole home
Property type
Single family residence
Property size
1,501-2,000 sq ft
Property age
51+ years
Foundation type
Basement
Relationship to property
Buyer
Occupied
No
Utilities turned on
Yes
Specific services
Radon test, Mold test, Lead paint test, Termite inspection
Fostoria 44830
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Start Date
I'm flexible
Purpose
Purchasing property
Inspection type
Whole home
Property type
Single family residence
Property size
3,001-3,500 sq ft
Property age
51+ years
Foundation type
Basement
Relationship to property
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Occupied
Yes
Utilities turned on
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Start Date
I'm flexible
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Inspection type
Whole home
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Property size
1,501-2,000 sq ft
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Relationship to property
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Occupied
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