Top 10 Home Inspectors in Mercer Island, WA

Porch Pro Headshot Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(97)
Home inspection services for Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia and the greater Puget Sound area We provide residential and light commercial inspections throughout King, Pierce, Kitsap and Thurston Counties. Please contact us for questions or to schedule your inspection today! Serving the Greater Puget Sound ...Read more about Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC
Home inspection services for Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia and the greater Puget Sound area We provide residential and light commercial inspections throughout King, Pierce, Kitsap and Thurston Counties. Please contact us for questions or to schedule your inspection today! Serving the Greater Puget Sound ...Read more about Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Final Phase Inspection
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(88)
"Keith  ​​​​​​​did a fantastic job, he was very helpful, informative, easy to talk to and was very courties and professional would recommed to any home owner getting an inspection 5 star service guranteed.  "
"Keith  ​​​​​​​did a fantastic job, he was very helpful, informative, easy to talk to and was very courties and professional would recommed to any home owner getting an inspection 5 star service guranteed.  "
Porch Pro Headshot Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(36)
"For anyone in the Puyallup, WA, region in need of a home inspection, Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC is a great option. They are unique in the business due to their mix of superior technical knowledge, flexible scheduling, competitive pricing, and first-rate customer service. To anyone searc...Read more about Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC
"For anyone in the Puyallup, WA, region in need of a home inspection, Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC is a great option. They are unique in the business due to their mix of superior technical knowledge, flexible scheduling, competitive pricing, and first-rate customer service. To anyone searc...Read more about Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC
Porch Pro Headshot PNW Green Plumbing
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(104)
"Aaron came at the time ha quoted. He was very knowledgeable and explained everything that was being done. He took extra time to discuss future plumbing tasks that need to be done. Cleared my sewer line and made me a dedicated customer. I highly recommend him."
"Aaron came at the time ha quoted. He was very knowledgeable and explained everything that was being done. He took extra time to discuss future plumbing tasks that need to be done. Cleared my sewer line and made me a dedicated customer. I highly recommend him."
Porch Pro Headshot Sound Advice Home Inspection
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(97)
We are here to help during every step of home ownership. We offer Pre-Listing Inspections, Pre-Offer Inspections, Pre-Purchase Inspections, Home Maintenance Inspections, as well as Sewer Scoping Services. Every inspection completed by Sound Advice Home Inspection includes an evaluation of the st...Read more about Sound Advice Home Inspection
We are here to help during every step of home ownership. We offer Pre-Listing Inspections, Pre-Offer Inspections, Pre-Purchase Inspections, Home Maintenance Inspections, as well as Sewer Scoping Services. Every inspection completed by Sound Advice Home Inspection includes an evaluation of the st...Read more about Sound Advice Home Inspection
Porch Pro Headshot Pacific Northwest Inspections Group
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(179)
State licensed Home Inspectors, State Licensed Lead Inspectors, State Certified Asbestos Inspectors AHERA, State Licensed SPI Inspectors...
State licensed Home Inspectors, State Licensed Lead Inspectors, State Certified Asbestos Inspectors AHERA, State Licensed SPI Inspectors...
Porch Pro Headshot Hawks Eye Home Inspection LLC
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(67)
-20 year past local construction career -Certified member of Internachi (International Association of Home Inspectors) -Member of the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce -Fully licensed,insured and experienced. -1st time home buyer friendly -Teaches at First Time Home Buyers classes -Travels from Mt.Vernon ...Read more about Hawks Eye Home Inspection LLC
-20 year past local construction career -Certified member of Internachi (International Association of Home Inspectors) -Member of the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce -Fully licensed,insured and experienced. -1st time home buyer friendly -Teaches at First Time Home Buyers classes -Travels from Mt.Vernon ...Read more about Hawks Eye Home Inspection LLC
Porch Pro Headshot SGA Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(105)
I started working in my father's cabinet shop in 1969. I have built or remodeled over 1000 homes. I worked out of carpenters union 1622 from 1973 to 1978. As a union carpenter working in Alameda California for several national builders I have build foundation forms, framed structures from the floor...Read more about SGA Inspection Services
I started working in my father's cabinet shop in 1969. I have built or remodeled over 1000 homes. I worked out of carpenters union 1622 from 1973 to 1978. As a union carpenter working in Alameda California for several national builders I have build foundation forms, framed structures from the floor...Read more about SGA Inspection Services
Porch Pro Headshot Triple J Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(17)
"James 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."
"James 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 SURELOCK HOMES INSPECTION CO
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(40)
Greg began his life in the construction business at the ripe age of 17 years. He has been in other facets of construction for over 45 years. Upon moving to Washington State in 1996, he became a WA State certified Home Inspector. Ever since then Greg has served clients throughout all Western Washingt...Read more about SURELOCK HOMES INSPECTION CO
Greg began his life in the construction business at the ripe age of 17 years. He has been in other facets of construction for over 45 years. Upon moving to Washington State in 1996, he became a WA State certified Home Inspector. Ever since then Greg has served clients throughout all Western Washingt...Read more about SURELOCK HOMES INSPECTION CO

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 Mercer Island Home Inspectors

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Matthew was great, smart. I will go back to him agin . We got along very well and Tim likes my jokes.

- Tim Swartz
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The inspection went great.

- Matt Baker
108436

He is always great!

- Vivek Bhatnagar
106726

Great!

- Rob Grossman Erin Kelechava
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Total Building Analysis, LLC did a wonderful job with inspection they were thorough and professional very fast at sending me the report

- Sarah Benecke
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Total Building Analysis, LLC did amazing they were very detailed.

- Kumar Valbhav
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Matthew did a great job with our home inspection!<br> 

- Brian Zeringer
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The inspection went great with Matthew!

- Sudheer Maremanda
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Great!

- Rob Grossman Erin Kelechava
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Great!

- Rob Grossman Erin Kelechava
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Keith was great! He was very professional, knowledgelable, and detailed orientated. He was helpful in telling us the process and explaining the report to us. 

- Michael Green

All Home Inspectors in Mercer Island, WA

Porch Pro Headshot Scout Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(34)
Spencer Home Inspection has been serving home buyers and sellers throughout the Puget Sound Area since 1995. Our clients include homeowners, prospective home buyers, investors, insurance companies, condominium and HOA associations, public agencies, attorneys, real estate agencies and brokerage firm...Read more about Scout Home Inspections
Spencer Home Inspection has been serving home buyers and sellers throughout the Puget Sound Area since 1995. Our clients include homeowners, prospective home buyers, investors, insurance companies, condominium and HOA associations, public agencies, attorneys, real estate agencies and brokerage firm...Read more about Scout Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Full House Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
Full House Inspection Services strives to be an ongoing resource for homeowners. We provide annual maintenance inspections to ensure that your home is healthy. Preventive maintenance is the key for helping to reduce home costs before they become more expensive, and prevent potential insurance claim...Read more about Full House Inspection Services
Full House Inspection Services strives to be an ongoing resource for homeowners. We provide annual maintenance inspections to ensure that your home is healthy. Preventive maintenance is the key for helping to reduce home costs before they become more expensive, and prevent potential insurance claim...Read more about Full House Inspection Services
Porch Pro Headshot Total Building Analysis, LLC
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(12)
Use drone technology to inspect roofs plus provide comprehensive property inspections at a fair price.
Use drone technology to inspect roofs plus provide comprehensive property inspections at a fair price.
Porch Pro Headshot Tushay Home Inspection
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(18)
Tushay Home Inspection will helps you learn about the home you're buying, gives you confidence to address potential concerns, and delivers peace of mind about your new investment.
Tushay Home Inspection will helps you learn about the home you're buying, gives you confidence to address potential concerns, and delivers peace of mind about your new investment.
Porch Pro Headshot John Blough   WIN Issaquah
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Issaquah for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Issaquah home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing...Read more about John Blough WIN Issaquah
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Issaquah for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Issaquah home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing...Read more about John Blough WIN Issaquah
Porch Pro Headshot Residential home and energy inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
We provide home inspections of all components of your home including. Foundations. Grading siding Roofing. Plumbing. Electrical. Well inspections. Modular and manufactured home inspections. Septic system inspections and structural pest inspections. Typically for real estate transactions
We provide home inspections of all components of your home including. Foundations. Grading siding Roofing. Plumbing. Electrical. Well inspections. Modular and manufactured home inspections. Septic system inspections and structural pest inspections. Typically for real estate transactions
Porch Pro Headshot WIN Edmonds
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Edmonds for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Edmonds home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing e...Read more about WIN Edmonds
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Edmonds for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Edmonds home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing e...Read more about WIN Edmonds
Porch Pro Headshot WIN West Seattle
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection West Seattle for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN West Seattle home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive,...Read more about WIN West Seattle
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection West Seattle for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN West Seattle home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive,...Read more about WIN West Seattle
Porch Pro Headshot Home Inspections Plus Washington
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
You will get the advantage of our services using specialized equipment in the correct way. Some of our tools used such as a moisture meter, thermal imaging camera, and other aerial visual aids will give us information that helps you prioritize and make decisions that are very important. HIPW wil...Read more about Home Inspections Plus Washington
You will get the advantage of our services using specialized equipment in the correct way. Some of our tools used such as a moisture meter, thermal imaging camera, and other aerial visual aids will give us information that helps you prioritize and make decisions that are very important. HIPW wil...Read more about Home Inspections Plus Washington
Porch Pro Headshot WIN Bellevue
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Bellevue for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Bellevue home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing...Read more about WIN Bellevue
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Bellevue for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Bellevue home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing...Read more about WIN Bellevue
Porch Pro Headshot McKnight Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
Patrick McKnight Started this inspection company after 12+ years in the construction industry. Operating as a licensed contractor gives invaluable experiences in the inspection process. We are here to provide you with a detailed report on the workings of your home. This includes your appliances and ...Read more about McKnight Home Inspections
Patrick McKnight Started this inspection company after 12+ years in the construction industry. Operating as a licensed contractor gives invaluable experiences in the inspection process. We are here to provide you with a detailed report on the workings of your home. This includes your appliances and ...Read more about McKnight Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot THE HOME DETECTIVE
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
(31)
Porch Pro Headshot A plus home inspection/ Aplusnwhomeinspection.com
Home Inspectors
Serves Mercer Island, Washington
We can do your home inspection usually the same day or within 24hrs.
We can do your home inspection usually the same day or within 24hrs.

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Mercer Island 98040
Energy Efficiency Auditing
Start Date
I'm flexible
Purpose
Environmental issues
Inspection type
Energy efficiency audit
Property type
Single family residence
Property size
3,501-4,000 sq ft
Property age
31-40 years
Foundation type
Raised with crawl space
Relationship to property
Owner
Occupied
Yes
Utilities turned on
Yes
Specific services
Termite inspection
Mercer Island 98040
Energy Efficiency Auditing
Start Date
I'm flexible
Purpose
Home energy effeiciency
Inspection type
Energy efficiency audit
Property type
Single family residence
Property size
2,001-2,500 sq ft
Property age
0-10 years
Foundation type
Raised with crawl space
Relationship to property
Owner
Occupied
Yes
Utilities turned on
Yes
Specific services
Mold test
Mercer Island 98040
Home Inspection
Start Date
Within a month
Purpose
Selling or pre-listing
Inspection type
Whole home
Property type
Single family residence
Property size
3,001-3,500 sq ft
Property age
41-50 years
Foundation type
Basement
Relationship to property
Owner
Occupied
Yes
Utilities turned on
Yes
Specific services
None of the above
Mercer Island 98040
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
41-50 years
Foundation type
Unknown
Relationship to property
Buyer
Occupied
Yes
Utilities turned on
Yes
Specific services
Mold test, Termite inspection