Top 3 Home Inspectors in Olympia, WA

Porch Pro Headshot 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
1911 SW Campus Dr Ste 742, Federal Way, WA
Porch Pro Headshot ALLEGIANCE HOME INSPECTION
Allegiance Home Inspection is a company that has specialized in home inspection. They have several inspectors who are all certified experts in the domains of Air Quality Testing Services for getting rid of mold and pests, Thermal Imaging services for finding structural weaknesses and water leaks, Mo...Read more about ALLEGIANCE HOME INSPECTION
318 Sunnyhill Rd W, Bremerton, WA
Porch Pro Headshot PNW Green Plumbing
(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."
1601 5th Ave Ste 1100, Seattle, WA

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Porch Pro Headshot SGA Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
Serves Olympia, 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
Serves Olympia, Washington
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 Cross County Home Inspection LLC
Home Inspectors
4009 Curran Ln W, University Place, WA
(31)
"I've hired Patrick on two recent occasions to inspect two different properties. In both cases he was professional, thorough, courteous, and reasonably priced compared to other's I've used recently. He answered our questions and addressed our concerns throughout the process exhibiting an impressive ...Read more about Cross County Home Inspection LLC
4009 Curran Ln W, University Place, WA
"I've hired Patrick on two recent occasions to inspect two different properties. In both cases he was professional, thorough, courteous, and reasonably priced compared to other's I've used recently. He answered our questions and addressed our concerns throughout the process exhibiting an impressive ...Read more about Cross County Home Inspection LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Triple J Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
1929 Mtn View Ave W, Tacoma, WA
(17)
"James was great! He was very thorough with the inspection. Very detailed as well on the report. He took the time to take pictures of everything. He basically delivered a great inspection over all. We were very pleased with his work."
1929 Mtn View Ave W, Tacoma, WA
"James was great! He was very thorough with the inspection. Very detailed as well on the report. He took the time to take pictures of everything. He basically delivered a great inspection over all. We were very pleased with his work."
Porch Pro Headshot SURELOCK HOMES INSPECTION CO
Home Inspectors
12702 109th Avenue Ct E, Puyallup, WA
(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
12702 109th Avenue Ct E, Puyallup, WA
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
Porch Pro Headshot SPS Inspections
Home Inspectors
2107 Boulevard Rd SE, Olympia, WA
(28)
2107 Boulevard Rd SE, Olympia, WA
Porch Pro Headshot First Choice Sewer and Drain
Home Inspectors
3250 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA
(2)
"My bathroom was backing up and all the drains in my house were not draining properly, First Sewer and Drain came out and explained the problem to me in a way I could understand and fix the problem in a timely manner. Great customer service I would highly recommend this company to my friends and fam...Read more about First Choice Sewer and Drain
3250 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA
"My bathroom was backing up and all the drains in my house were not draining properly, First Sewer and Drain came out and explained the problem to me in a way I could understand and fix the problem in a timely manner. Great customer service I would highly recommend this company to my friends and fam...Read more about First Choice Sewer and Drain
Porch Pro Headshot Residential home and energy inspections
Home Inspectors
509 BINGHAMPTON ST SE, Rainier, WA
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
509 BINGHAMPTON ST SE, Rainier, WA
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

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 Olympia Home Inspectors

327369

Jon did a Great Job! I was very happy with how thorough he was, He also provided me with an Excellent Report!

- Penny Woodruff
326050

Jon was fantastic. He did a awesome job

- Jordan and Natalie Retz
335975

Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC did a wonderful job with inspection they were thorough and sent me the report back very fast

- Gloria Tafoya
334779

Matt was very professional. He explained everything very well

- Staci Goetz
328098

Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC . were wonderful did provided all the answers I asked and gave me info on all the house and provided me with details that were needed to be fixed.

- Ron Clayton
325749

Excellent inspection. Really helpful!

- Jadin Bulger
332020

Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC did a great job they were thorough with the report made sure I understood everything written on it

- Jackie & Zack Villalobos-Tamez
333662

He did a great job. Answered all my questions and have great information.

- Ruu yuan Pan
335682

They did a great job with the details and made a wonderful job in the inspection.

- Jeanne Naccarato
332754

The inspection was very professional, the inspector was very detailed pointing and explaining what he was looking for. Overall it was a great experience.

- Jorge & Courteney Talavera
321164

The inspection went well and they provided helpful details.

- Deveeshree Nayak
324928

Jon was great. the report provided was very helpful.

- Victoria & Jason Jackson

Everything You Need to Know About Olympia Home Inspectors

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

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 Olympia that are licensed.

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

    My Home Inspection Agencies project in Olympia is really small. How much should I expect to spend?

    The lowest price we could find for home inspection agencies work in Olympia is about $0.00. You should expect to pay at least this much depending on the scope of your project.

    Home Inspector work at this level can sometimes involve several steps or phases. Cost for every project will differ depending on the quality of Home Inspector you hire, the type of materials required and the timeframe that you want to finish within.

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

    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.

    All Home Inspectors in Olympia, WA

    Porch Pro Headshot Envirotest - Mold and Air Quality Analysis
    Home Inspectors
    1938 14th Ave E, Seattle, WA
    Established in 2004, Envirotest is locally owned and operated by a Physician and Cell Biologist. It is conveniently located on Capitol Hill in Seattle, and serves most of Western Washington. Envirotest performs mold intrusion and moisture assessments and interior air quality analysis, and provides d...Read more about Envirotest - Mold and Air Quality Analysis
    1938 14th Ave E, Seattle, WA
    Established in 2004, Envirotest is locally owned and operated by a Physician and Cell Biologist. It is conveniently located on Capitol Hill in Seattle, and serves most of Western Washington. Envirotest performs mold intrusion and moisture assessments and interior air quality analysis, and provides d...Read more about Envirotest - Mold and Air Quality Analysis
    Porch Pro Headshot KO Inspection, LLC
    Home Inspectors
    2809 SW 172nd Pl, Burien, WA
    (57)
    2809 SW 172nd Pl, Burien, WA
    Porch Pro Headshot Ashco Home Inspections Inc
    Home Inspectors
    4210 10th St NW, Gig Harbor, WA
    4210 10th St NW, Gig Harbor, WA
    Porch Pro Headshot Northwest Premier Home Inspections LLC
    Home Inspectors
    12020 149th St E, Puyallup, WA
    12020 149th St E, Puyallup, WA
    Porch Pro Headshot South Bay Property Group, LLC
    Home Inspectors
    4542 Cashmere Dr NE, Lacey, WA
    4542 Cashmere Dr NE, Lacey, WA

    Latest projects near Olympia

    Recent projects booked on Porch
    Olympia 98512
    Roofing Inspection
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Roof slope
    Sloped or pitched
    Roofing material
    Asphalt or composite shingle
    Reason for inspection
    Just a routine check-up, To get roof certified
    Previous leaking or damage
    No
    Number of stories tall
    One floor
    Olympia 98512
    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 get roof certified
    Previous leaking or damage
    No
    Number of stories tall
    One floor
    Olympia 98506
    Roofing Inspection
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Roof slope
    Sloped or pitched
    Roofing material
    Asphalt or composite shingle
    Reason for inspection
    Just a routine check-up
    Previous leaking or damage
    No
    Number of stories tall
    One floor
    Olympia 98501
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    Within a month
    Purpose
    Inspect entire home and provide privatized list of repair and maintenance needed with suggested contractors.
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    0-1,500 sq ft
    Property age
    51+ years
    Foundation type
    Raised with crawl space
    Relationship to property
    Owner
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    No
    Specific services
    None of the above
    Olympia 98506
    Chimney Inspection
    Service needed
    Chimney Inspection
    Start Date
    Within 48 hours
    Olympia 98512
    Roofing Inspection
    Start Date
    Within 48 hours
    Roof slope
    Sloped or pitched
    Roofing material
    Metal
    Reason for inspection
    I just had metal roof installed. I want to make sure quality is good before paying contractor the balance. I have quality concerns.
    Previous leaking or damage
    Yes
    Number of stories tall
    One floor