Top 10 Home Inspectors in Lincolnwood, IL

Porch Pro Headshot Windy City Home Inspection, Inc.
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(268)
"We are already familiar with Windy City Home Inspection's and as always they do not disappoint, we are happy to have been assisted with professionalism once again, we highly recommend them and would gladly rate them with 5 Stars "
"We are already familiar with Windy City Home Inspection's and as always they do not disappoint, we are happy to have been assisted with professionalism once again, we highly recommend them and would gladly rate them with 5 Stars "
Porch Pro Headshot Proud Home Inspections, LLC
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(15)
Porch Pro Headshot Framework Home Inspections Inc
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(1)
At Framework, I strive everyday to achieve the highest standard of customer service found within the industry. I am not only committed to you throughout the inspection process, but long after the inspection has been completed. Once you become a client, you will always be part of the Framework fam...Read more about Framework Home Inspections Inc
At Framework, I strive everyday to achieve the highest standard of customer service found within the industry. I am not only committed to you throughout the inspection process, but long after the inspection has been completed. Once you become a client, you will always be part of the Framework fam...Read more about Framework Home Inspections Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Brick by Brick Inspections Inc
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(167)
My name is Erich Rohloff and I am the owner of Brick by Brick Inspections, Inc. For fastest service, call or text me at 708-261-4467. I was born and raised in the western suburbs of Chicago where I still reside today. I have worked in the real estate and property management industry since 1998. I a...Read more about Brick by Brick Inspections Inc
My name is Erich Rohloff and I am the owner of Brick by Brick Inspections, Inc. For fastest service, call or text me at 708-261-4467. I was born and raised in the western suburbs of Chicago where I still reside today. I have worked in the real estate and property management industry since 1998. I a...Read more about Brick by Brick Inspections Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Rambo Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(211)
Our team of licensed home inspectors cater to your needs and concerns when buying or selling a home. Every home inspectors will complete in depth inspection of the subject property from roof to the foundation and everything in between; whether you are buying or selling a home. In addition every insp...Read more about Rambo Inspection Services
Our team of licensed home inspectors cater to your needs and concerns when buying or selling a home. Every home inspectors will complete in depth inspection of the subject property from roof to the foundation and everything in between; whether you are buying or selling a home. In addition every insp...Read more about Rambo Inspection Services
Porch Pro Headshot Keeshin Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(162)
I'm an ASHI certified and Illinois State licensed home inspector in business since 1993 and I've completed over 13,000 inspections. A good inspector should not only find the deficiencies but explain the implications and what they mean to you. With Keeshin Inspection you'll learn what you need to k...Read more about Keeshin Inspection Services
I'm an ASHI certified and Illinois State licensed home inspector in business since 1993 and I've completed over 13,000 inspections. A good inspector should not only find the deficiencies but explain the implications and what they mean to you. With Keeshin Inspection you'll learn what you need to k...Read more about Keeshin Inspection Services
Porch Pro Headshot Agape Home Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(24)
"Rod Kust was wonderful! Truly the best! He really impressed me with all the knowledge he had and how thorough he was on the report and appreciate him going over what he was doing. Highly recommend him again!"
"Rod Kust was wonderful! Truly the best! He really impressed me with all the knowledge he had and how thorough he was on the report and appreciate him going over what he was doing. Highly recommend him again!"
Porch Pro Headshot Acuity Home Inspection Service
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(24)
"My Inspector was great. I liked how he was very attentive to my questions and how he took his time to make sure he looked at everything, hew was very thorough and I was so happy to work with him He also provided me with an Excellent Report! "
"My Inspector was great. I liked how he was very attentive to my questions and how he took his time to make sure he looked at everything, hew was very thorough and I was so happy to work with him He also provided me with an Excellent Report! "
Porch Pro Headshot Fast Action Construction & Electrical Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(2)
FastAction Construction & Electrical Services is an Electrical Service Company for the neighborhood people that strictly focuses on electrical wiring, problems diagnostics, electrical panel upgrades lighting, running circuits, retro fitting and any of your electrical residential issues. We are very...Read more about Fast Action Construction & Electrical Services
FastAction Construction & Electrical Services is an Electrical Service Company for the neighborhood people that strictly focuses on electrical wiring, problems diagnostics, electrical panel upgrades lighting, running circuits, retro fitting and any of your electrical residential issues. We are very...Read more about Fast Action Construction & Electrical Services
Porch Pro Headshot Residential and Commercial Inspection Service
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(43)
Welcome to Residential and Commercial Inspection Service, LLC, serving the greater Chicago metropolitan area with home inspections and commercial property assessments. Whether you are already a client, or visiting for the first time, this website has been designed with you, the homeowner, in mind. ...Read more about Residential and Commercial Inspection Service
Welcome to Residential and Commercial Inspection Service, LLC, serving the greater Chicago metropolitan area with home inspections and commercial property assessments. Whether you are already a client, or visiting for the first time, this website has been designed with you, the homeowner, in mind. ...Read more about Residential and Commercial Inspection Service

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 Lincolnwood Home Inspectors

418422

Framework Home Inspections Inc was great.

- Jonazary Cervone
300226

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

- José Peñarubbia
222500

Thomas was very professional and he did a great job on the inspection.

- Kendra Saunders
341528

Thomas was great, I had a good experience and I'm very satisfied with report.

- Alen Mesic
271661

thomas was great

- Jason Liuzzo Diana Valencia
399658

The inspector did a great job finding all the home details.

- Brandi Moore
319243

Acuity Home Inspection was great and really thorough.

- Anne Reiman
263152

Thomas was great.

- José Peñarubbia
386848

Acuity Home Inspection Service was really good he was nice he gave me information about the whole house I would rate him a five star.

- 2150 Clover Street Condominium (Bill McDonnell)
243893

Thomas was great helped out through the whole process and answered all the questions 

- Season Clauss
374331

Acuity Home Inspection Service was very good.

- Lindsay Ansai
326515

Everything was top notch, they walked us around the entire place and pointed everything from top to bottom. We will definitely use them again, this made us 100% confident about the purchase.

- Shelby Reynolds

All Home Inspectors in Lincolnwood, IL

Porch Pro Headshot Sunshine Exteriors
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(47)
Sunshine Exteriors is... A family owned Barrington-based Home Remodeling Contractor and Storm restoration specialist. We are licensed bonded & Insured and Registered members of the Better Business Bureau! We offer high-quality, moderately priced, extraordinary ROOFING & SIDING MAKEOVERS with every...Read more about Sunshine Exteriors
Sunshine Exteriors is... A family owned Barrington-based Home Remodeling Contractor and Storm restoration specialist. We are licensed bonded & Insured and Registered members of the Better Business Bureau! We offer high-quality, moderately priced, extraordinary ROOFING & SIDING MAKEOVERS with every...Read more about Sunshine Exteriors
Porch Pro Headshot Alta Inspection Services, Inc
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(28)
Alta has over 30 years experience in the home inspection industry, having performed over 20,000 residential, commercial and multi-family inspections and over 10,000 energy audits. Full offering of services. Including pre purchase home inspections, pre listing inspections, pest inspections (termi...Read more about Alta Inspection Services, Inc
Alta has over 30 years experience in the home inspection industry, having performed over 20,000 residential, commercial and multi-family inspections and over 10,000 energy audits. Full offering of services. Including pre purchase home inspections, pre listing inspections, pest inspections (termi...Read more about Alta Inspection Services, Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Hydrant Studio
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
As a Chicago commercial and residential architect, Hydrant Studio has been providing architectural design and construction services to Chicago since 2010. Our experience garnered from working at big name architects and small custom design Chicago residential architects allows us to work in a wide br...Read more about Hydrant Studio
As a Chicago commercial and residential architect, Hydrant Studio has been providing architectural design and construction services to Chicago since 2010. Our experience garnered from working at big name architects and small custom design Chicago residential architects allows us to work in a wide br...Read more about Hydrant Studio
Porch Pro Headshot James Mechanical
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
Have been working in the Heating and Air Conditioning bissunes for 30 years. Live in Genoa il for 17 years. I started a new venture as a Home Inspector 4 years ago. I would be happy to help you in enyway I can. Kiltman. Jim Wilson
Have been working in the Heating and Air Conditioning bissunes for 30 years. Live in Genoa il for 17 years. I started a new venture as a Home Inspector 4 years ago. I would be happy to help you in enyway I can. Kiltman. Jim Wilson
Porch Pro Headshot Whole Property Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
Whole Property Services (WPS) provides a whole compliment of integrated real estate services. Located in the heartland of America outside of Chicago the company is centrally located to reach out and accommodate your real estate needs. From vacant land to a multi-million square foot development we ca...Read more about Whole Property Services
Whole Property Services (WPS) provides a whole compliment of integrated real estate services. Located in the heartland of America outside of Chicago the company is centrally located to reach out and accommodate your real estate needs. From vacant land to a multi-million square foot development we ca...Read more about Whole Property Services
Porch Pro Headshot Illinois Property Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(83)
Home Inspections - Apartment Bldgs & Commercial Building Inspections: Weekend Service. We visually examine the inside and out and all associated Electrical, Heating A/C, Plumbing and Roofing systems of the property and structure. We then supply a digital report with pictures and a detailed explanat...Read more about Illinois Property Inspections
Home Inspections - Apartment Bldgs & Commercial Building Inspections: Weekend Service. We visually examine the inside and out and all associated Electrical, Heating A/C, Plumbing and Roofing systems of the property and structure. We then supply a digital report with pictures and a detailed explanat...Read more about Illinois Property Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Alpha & Omega Home Inspections & Home Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(3)
Our Industry Leading value added services which are offered at NO ADDITIONAL COST really set us apart from our competition. We offer Warranties,100% refund, and an Incredible BUY YOUR HOME BACK GUARANTEE . We Support our Military & 1st responders by humbly offering a 10% discount on our full home in...Read more about Alpha & Omega Home Inspections & Home Services
Our Industry Leading value added services which are offered at NO ADDITIONAL COST really set us apart from our competition. We offer Warranties,100% refund, and an Incredible BUY YOUR HOME BACK GUARANTEE . We Support our Military & 1st responders by humbly offering a 10% discount on our full home in...Read more about Alpha & Omega Home Inspections & Home Services
Porch Pro Headshot Quality Electric and Solar LLC
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(11)
"I had three circuits to run (two 240V and one 120V) to my garage and Jeff did a fantastic job. Price was fair and I was extremely pleased with how good the conduit looked. He also finished the work in a timely manner and arrived exactly when he said he would in the morning. I would definitely re...Read more about Quality Electric and Solar LLC
"I had three circuits to run (two 240V and one 120V) to my garage and Jeff did a fantastic job. Price was fair and I was extremely pleased with how good the conduit looked. He also finished the work in a timely manner and arrived exactly when he said he would in the morning. I would definitely re...Read more about Quality Electric and Solar LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Chicago Home Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
Porch Pro Headshot Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc.
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
Tp Notch Home Inspector offers complete home inspections for residential homes. Following the Illinois Standards of Professional Practice. Each inspection includes the Exterior/Foundation, Roof, Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, Electric, Interior, Kitchen, and Bathrooms. I will provide you with a cust...Read more about Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc.
Tp Notch Home Inspector offers complete home inspections for residential homes. Following the Illinois Standards of Professional Practice. Each inspection includes the Exterior/Foundation, Roof, Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, Electric, Interior, Kitchen, and Bathrooms. I will provide you with a cust...Read more about Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot Heron Property Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
LET'S TAKE A CLOSER LOOK INTO YOUR INVESTMENT Servicing the Northwest Suburbs and Chicagoland area, Heron Property Inspections, Inc. will provide a thorough, independent, and impartial property inspection, giving you better insight into your investment. Have confidence in your decision with our deta...Read more about Heron Property Inspections
LET'S TAKE A CLOSER LOOK INTO YOUR INVESTMENT Servicing the Northwest Suburbs and Chicagoland area, Heron Property Inspections, Inc. will provide a thorough, independent, and impartial property inspection, giving you better insight into your investment. Have confidence in your decision with our deta...Read more about Heron Property Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Home Central One Inc.
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
(7)
Porch Pro Headshot Owl Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois
Additional services offered : Commercial Property Inspections Decks Historic Homes Multi-Family Homes (Condos/Apartments) Mold Testing New Construction Inspections Radon Testing Single Family Homes To order call 630 248 6500 or email owlinspection@comcast.net
Additional services offered : Commercial Property Inspections Decks Historic Homes Multi-Family Homes (Condos/Apartments) Mold Testing New Construction Inspections Radon Testing Single Family Homes To order call 630 248 6500 or email owlinspection@comcast.net
Porch Pro Headshot Decker Home Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Lincolnwood, Illinois

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Skokie 60076
Roofing Inspection
Start Date
Within a week
Roofing project type
Inspect a roof
Roof slope
Sloped or pitched
Roofing material
Asphalt or composite shingle
Reason for inspection
To check for damage from recent bad weather
Previous leaking or damage
I'm not sure
Number of stories tall
Two floors
Skokie 60077
Roofing Inspection
Start Date
Within a week
Roof slope
Flat
Type of roof
TPO single-ply membrane
Reason for inspection
To buy or sell the home
Previous leaking or damage
No
Number of stories tall
Two floors