Top 10 Home Inspectors in Bend, OR

Porch Pro Headshot National Property Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(315)
National Property Inspections, based in Bend, is a home inspection specialist that provides residential property inspections, home inspection, chimney inspection, and plumbing inspection.
National Property Inspections, based in Bend, is a home inspection specialist that provides residential property inspections, home inspection, chimney inspection, and plumbing inspection.
Porch Pro Headshot Inspect-It 1st Property
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(166)
"Douglas was Great! very kind and informative answered all the questions i had with a detailed explanation, also gave me tips on future projects i have for the house, I am now recommending PORCH services to my family and friends. "
"Douglas was Great! very kind and informative answered all the questions i had with a detailed explanation, also gave me tips on future projects i have for the house, I am now recommending PORCH services to my family and friends. "
Porch Pro Headshot Win Home Inspection
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(372)
Win Home Inspection is a home inspection specialist located in Bend. They offer insulation inspection, home inspection, electrical inspection, and residential property inspections.
Win Home Inspection is a home inspection specialist located in Bend. They offer insulation inspection, home inspection, electrical inspection, and residential property inspections.
Porch Pro Headshot TurnKey Property Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(111)
end Asbestos is here to protect home owners and prospective buyers against the dangerous material known as asbestos found in many Central Oregon homes. Our certified inspectors will take the necessary time and utilize advanced techniques in order to thoroughly inspect & test your residential propert...Read more about TurnKey Property Inspections
end Asbestos is here to protect home owners and prospective buyers against the dangerous material known as asbestos found in many Central Oregon homes. Our certified inspectors will take the necessary time and utilize advanced techniques in order to thoroughly inspect & test your residential propert...Read more about TurnKey Property Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Obsidian Inspections LLC.
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(91)
To Provide a honest and Thourough inspection and a detailed report with a quick turn around.
To Provide a honest and Thourough inspection and a detailed report with a quick turn around.
Porch Pro Headshot HAMM Holdings, Inc.
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(91)
Porch Pro Headshot TCB Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(51)
Porch Pro Headshot HomePro Property Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(12)
K.C. Johnson is the owner and home inspector of HomePro Property Inspections. K.C. has performed over 5,500 residential and commercial property inspections since first founding his business in 1992. As a Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)®, K.C. has the intellect, training, and experience requir...Read more about HomePro Property Inspections
K.C. Johnson is the owner and home inspector of HomePro Property Inspections. K.C. has performed over 5,500 residential and commercial property inspections since first founding his business in 1992. As a Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)®, K.C. has the intellect, training, and experience requir...Read more about HomePro Property Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot All About Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
(29)
All About Home Inspections is through and professional home inspection organization
All About Home Inspections is through and professional home inspection organization
Porch Pro Headshot WIN Bend
Home Inspectors
Serves Bend, Oregon
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Bend for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Bend home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing educati...Read more about WIN Bend
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Bend for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Bend home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing educati...Read more about WIN Bend

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 Bend Home Inspectors

173919

aaron did a great job

- Melissa and Steve Allen
153822

Micahel did well.

- Claudia Nordquest
158714

he did a good job 

- Steve Burnette
167676

Michael was prompt and nice best experience yet.

- Brendan McDonnell
165156

Everything went great with the inspector.

- Brenda Grigsby
151894

he did a awesome 

- Sam and Elizabeth Christensen
166402

Aaron was great he answered all of my Questions

- Mechelle Feldkamp
164699

Inspection went really well<br>He was very pleased with Aarons work and what he found<br>ended backing out cause there were to many repairs that needed to be done.

- Logan Rey
158974

Michael was very professional and thorough. 

- Paul and Laura Dinger
170698

Aaron did a great job.

- Jessie Andresen and Jessica Worley
159341

he did good

- Spencer Gambee
158039

he did great 

- Michael Young

Everything You Need to Know About Bend Home Inspectors

Does the home inspector I want to hire need to be licensed in Bend?

Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Home Inspector need to have. There are 0 home inspectors in Bend that are licensed.

Here are the types of license(s) Home Inspectors need to have to work on Home Inspection Agencies jobs in OR:

    How does invoicing/payment work for most Home Inspector projects in Bend?

    Every project differs, but you should ask any home inspector for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any home inspection agencies work is done.

    If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for home inspectors to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your home inspector project.

    If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the home inspector to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

    What should I check for once my Home Inspector in Bend has finished working?

    Every home inspection agencies project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any home inspection agencies company has told you they've finished the job:

    • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with home inspection agencies work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
    • Ask the home inspector to describe what they did. Whether your home inspection agencies project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
    • Compare the description provided on your home inspection agencies project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
    • Request that the home inspector do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.

    All Home Inspectors in Bend, OR

    Porch Pro Headshot Carlson Testing Inc
    Home Inspectors
    Serves Bend, Oregon
    (17)
    Based in Bend, Carlson Testing is a home inspection company that offers electrical inspection, roofing inspection, home inspection and more.
    Based in Bend, Carlson Testing is a home inspection company that offers electrical inspection, roofing inspection, home inspection and more.
    Porch Pro Headshot WIN Office
    Home Inspectors
    Serves Bend, Oregon

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    Bend 97702
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Purpose
    Home safety
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    4,001-5,000 sq ft
    Property age
    21-30 years
    Foundation type
    Raised with crawl space
    Relationship to property
    Owner
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    None of the above
    Bend 97701
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Purpose
    Selling or pre-listing
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    1,501-2,000 sq ft
    Property age
    0-10 years
    Foundation type
    Raised with crawl space
    Relationship to property
    Owner
    Occupied
    No
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    None of the above
    Bend 97702
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    Within a week
    Purpose
    Purchasing property
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    2,501-3,000 sq ft
    Property age
    21-30 years
    Foundation type
    Raised with crawl space
    Relationship to property
    Buyer
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    Radon test, Sewer cam inspection
    Bend 97702
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    Within a month
    Purpose
    Purchasing property
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    1,501-2,000 sq ft
    Property age
    21-30 years
    Foundation type
    Raised with crawl space
    Relationship to property
    Buyer
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    None of the above