The National Association of Certified Home Inspectors - The World's Elite Inspectors.

Inspected Once, Inspected Right!

What is a Home Inspection?
A home inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home, from foundation to roof. A home inspector is trained to be a detective in regard to the construction and working parts of homes.



Home Inspection Report:
We provide a home inspection report describing the condition of the home. When problems are found we will recommend further evaluation or remedies.




Why do I need a home inspection?
A home purchase may be the largest investment of your life. Before you purchase the property you should learn as much as you can including what may need to be repaired. A home inspection will also point out the positive aspects of a home, as well as required ongoing maintenance that will be needed to keep the property in good shape. By having a professional home inspection you will have a clearer understanding of the home you are purchasing so you can make a confident decision.

A home inspection can also be valuable if you have owned your home for a long period of time. The inspection can identify potential problems and recommend solutions that will potentially save you a great deal of money in the future.


Home Inspections for Home Buyers:
Buying a house can be stressful and requires countless important decisions. When you find a house you should hire a thorough home inspector to inspect the condition of the home and give you a detailed home inspection report. Hiring a home inspector is a wise decision, even when buying a newly constructed home. Having a detailed home inspection report before you move in will prepare you for any potential problems and set your mind at ease.



Home Inspections for Home Sellers:
A professional home inspection is also very valuable for home sellers. By getting a home inspection before putting your house on the market you can get a better understanding of the condition of your home before putting up the "For Sale" sign. This will make the selling process easier.





What if the report reveals problems?
If a home inspection reveals problems it does not necessarily mean you should not buy the house. The home inspection is meant to educate you in advance of the purchase of the condition of the property.



A Typical* Inspection Includes:
Roof, vents, flashings, and trim
Gutters and downspouts
Skylight, chimney, and other roof penetrations
Decks, steps, porches, walkways, and railings.
Grading and drainage
Basement, foundation, and crawlspace
Water penetration and foundation movement
Heating systems
Cooling systems
Main water shut off valves
Water heating system
Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets
Drainage sump pumps with accessible floats
Electrical service line and meter box
Main disconnect and service amperage
Electrical panels, breakers, and fuses
Grounding and bonding
Fireplace damper door and hearth
Insulation and ventilation
Garage doors, safety sensors, and openers
And much more
(* Every property is unique so the above list varies for each inspection)


About Kenneth Chadwick
Licensing of home inspectors only sets a minimum standard. Much like being up to code, any less would be illegal. That's why I have worked to become a member of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI). As a NACHI member, I:

Pass NACHI's On line Inspector Examination every year. This general, not association-specific exam is an industry standard required by NACHI and some state licensing boards,
Adhere to the industry's largest, most comprehensive Standards of Practice
Abide by NACHI's Code of Ethics,
Follow a strict continuing education policy that requires, among other things, that I receive 24 hours of continuing education each year,
Have completed NACHI's ethics "obstacle course" which ensures that I am aware of my ethical duties as a home inspector,
Have passed NACHI's Standards of Practice quiz,
Have signed and submitted an affidavit legally agreeing that I have and will continue to adhere to all NACHI standards, ethics, and education requirements,
Maintain a continuing education log that is verified by NACHI,
Submit a portion of my inspection reports to NACHI's report review committee for outside evaluation,
Am required to successfully complete NACHI's comprehensive Standards of Practice course and examination, roofing course and examination, and electrical course and examination.
Attend at least one chapter meeting or educational seminar every two years (reasonable exceptions apply),
Have access to the Inspector's Quarterly so I can keep up-to-date on all the latest issues in the home inspection industry,
Have access to a number of learning tools such as inspection tips and technique illustrations; a library of home inspection books and videos; the industry's largest message board; NACHI's "What's new" publication of recent inspection news; "Dear NACHI," a detailed advice column; free on line courses; quizzes and exams; and the NACHI University,
Have access to a time-tested agreement that helps avoid law suits,
Have access to a free report review and monitoring service,
Have access to the NACHI Mall, and
Provide access to a free consumer hot-line,
If you need a home inspection performed, don't settle for anything less than a NACHI-certified home inspector.


My Qualifications:
I am a member in good standing of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors.
I am a Member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
I am a Member of the Ohio Highway Watch.
I am a Recruiter for The National Rifle Association.
I am a Veteran of the U.S. Army Corp. of Engineers
I have passed NACHI's On line Inspector Examination.
I have completed NACHI's Code of Ethics Obstacle Course.
I have taken NACHl's Standards of Practice Quiz.
I have taken and passed the following NACHI On line Courses: Roofing Inspection, Electrical Inspection, Structural Issues for Home Inspectors, Introduction to the Standard of Practice, Safe Practices for the Home Inspector, Green Building and Log Home Inspections.
I have taken and passed the following NACHI On line Mini- Courses: Emergency Egrees, Polybutylene Plumbing, TPR Valve Discharging Piping and Vermiculite Insulation.
I have taken and passed the following: Level 1 And Level 2 Mold Assessor course, Asthma Triggers and Allergen Screening course and EDR Neighborhood Environmental Reports Training course.
I abide by NACHI's Code of Ethics.
I follow NACHl's Standard of Practice.
I own and use high-tech equipment such as a gas leak detector and moisture meter.
I am available Saturdays and Sundays.
I carry insurance.
I generate easy-to-read inspection reports.
I am continuing my education through NACHI's Education Programs.


My Promise to You

Choosing the right home inspector can be difficult. Unlike most professionals, you probably will not get to meet me until after you hire me. Furthermore, different inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, and yes, different pricing. One thing for sure is that a home inspection requires work, a lot of work. Ultimately a thorough inspection depends heavily on the individual inspector's own effort. If you honor me by permitting me to inspect your new home, I guarantee that I will give you my very best effort. This I promise you.

Testimonials

Ken is very personable & was easy to work with during the inspection. Well spoken & very knowledgeable. Worked to explain all findings. Very clear explainations....... Roy Cox from Centerville, OH.

Ken,
I have never had a home inspection done before, but I would like to tell you that your thorough evaluation was appreciated and can give us peace of mind that you did not miss anything. I don't know if every inspection is this detailed and professional but I do know that you take pride in your job and seem to enjoy it. Thanks for the positive experience.
Have a great week,........ Zach Vargo from West Milton, OH..

I am a first time home buyer and Ken Chadwick did an outstanding home inspection. I thought I new most of the problems about the home but Ken was able to find a few more that I would have never been aware of. He did a very through job, answered all my questions, was very informative and seemed to be very knowledgeable about his profession. I felt it was an excellent service for the money and found myself asking over and over how is he making any money off me. We spent about 4 hours looking at the home and then he spent even more time producing a wonderful document to show his findings. I now have a binder, provided by him, that has all the information about the inspection and other tips and literature. Not sure you can find a better person to do a better job. Highly recommended................Justin Keller

I have had inspections on a house before, and Ken Chadwick was by far the most thorough inspector i have seen. Ken was very professional and is clearly an expert in his field. I would recommend Ken to anyone who is looking for a quality inspection.
Pat Geddie................ Miamisburg OH.

Ken, thank you so very much for all of your assistance in helping me to complete the task of the Home Inspection for my property. It was a pleasure to do business with you. Your prompt, courteous and superbly professional performance gave me a great Peace of mind and satisfaction in knowing that I could trust you and accept your report with confidence. I will gladly make future referrals to you..........L. Million of Middletown, OH.

Ken arrived early, explained what he was going to do and then did a thorough job inspecting the house. Within 12 hours I had a detailed report stating his findings and recommendations. What more could you want? Excellent!.........Gary Leitzell, Dayton OH.




We Service The Following Zip Codes in the following Counties in Ohio:

Ohio: Clark County

Catawba 43010
Donnelsville 45319
Enon 45323
Medway 45341
New Carlisle 45344
North Hampton 45349
South Charleston 45368
South Vienna 45369
Springfield 45501 45502 45503 45504 45505 45506
Tremont City 45372

Ohio: Greene County

Alpha 45301
Beavercreek 45431 45432 45433 45434 45435
Bellbrook 45305
Bowersville 45307
Cedarville 45314
Clifton 45316
Fairborn 45324
Jamestown 45335
Spring Valley 45370
Wilberforce 45384
Xenia 45385
Yellow Springs 45387

Ohio: Miami County

Bradford 45308
Casstown 45312
Conover 45317
Covington 45318
Fletcher 45326
Laura 45337
Ludlow Falls 45339
Piqua 45356
Pleasant Hill 45359
Potsdam 45361
Tipp City 45371
Troy 45373 45374
West Milton 45383

Ohio: Montgomery County

Brookville 45309
Clayton 45315
Dayton 45401 45402 45403 45404 45405 45406 45408 45409 45410 45412 45413 45414 45415 45416 45417 45418 45419 45420 45422 45423 45424 45426 45427 45428 45429 45430 45437 45439 45440 45441 45448 45449 45454 45458 45459 45463 45469 45470 45475 45479 45481 45482 45490
Englewood 45322
Farmersville 45325
Germantown 45327
Miamisburg 45342 45343
New Lebanon 45345
Phillipsburg 45354
Vandalia 45377

Ohio: Preble County ( Prices Maybe A Little More In This County)

Camden 45311
Eaton 45320
Eldorado 45321
Gratis 45330
Lewisburg 45338
New Paris 45347
Verona 45378
West Alexandria 45381
West Elkton 45070
West Manchester 45382

Ohio: Warren County

Franklin 45005
Springboro 45066



Method Or Payment:
All Fees Payable By Check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover Card, American Express or Debt Card At The Time Of The Inspection or Pay for inspection at your closing { $50.00 will need to be paid up front at the time of the inspection for this option} All Pricing Is Subject To Change Without Notice.


$10 Discount For The Following Items: Must Show I.D. Card or DD214 If A Veteran. (For Home Inspections Only And One Only)
Military Service Personnel Or Their Spouse.
Veterans.
Law Enforcement.
Corrections Officers.
Firefighters.
EMS.
Students.
Someone Purchasing A Home In Fairborn or Bath Township.
Members Of The National Rifle Association.
Members of the Ohio Highway Watch.
Member of AARP.



$10 Discount For Home Inspections Performed On Saturdays Or Sundays.

Termite Inspection:
Wood Destroying Insect Report

Radon Testing:
For this test it he House has to have Closed-house conditions..

Closed-house conditions means keeping all windows closed, keeping doors closed except for normal entry and exit, and not operating fans or other machines which bring in air from outside. Fans that are part of a radon-reduction system or small exhaust fans operating for only short periods of time may run during the test.

Maintain closed-house conditions during he entire time of a short term test, especially for tests shorter than one week in length.

Operate the home's heating and cooling systems normally during the test. For tests lasting less than one week, operate only air-conditioning units which recirculate interior air.

Do not disturb the test device at any time during the test.

If a radon-reduction system is in place, make sure the system is working properly and will be in operation during the entire radon test.


Free Home Security Evaluation With Each Inspection.


Neighborhood Environmental Report: $100.00 Without a home inspection or $75.00 with a home inspection.


The EDR Neighborhood Environmental Report.

In response to increased home buyer and homeowner due diligence as well as expanding disclosure standards and legislation for sellers of residential property, Environmental Data Resources (EDR) is now offering the EDR Neighborhood Environmental Report. The EDR report is the most accurate and comprehensive environmental report available to the residential real estate industry.
Many residential properties and neighborhoods are clean, but even the most pristine and affluent areas can have environmental issues that affect health and home values. The EDR Neighborhood Environmental Report helps ensure that there are no surprises during or after the transaction by searching records of contamination from common occurrences such as:

Leaking underground fuel or gas tanks that can contaminate soil and groundwater;
Homes formerly used as "meth" labs, where residual chemicals can cause illness;
Contamination from nearby industrial sites, accidental toxic spills or leaks;
EPA and State top priority clean-up properties.
If a problem is discovered, the EDR Neighborhood Environmental Report provides key information to help home buyers resolve the issue quickly and move forward with confidence.

Trust the Experts
EDR is the nation's leading and most trusted provider of environmental risk information reports. More environmental professionals, lenders, corporations, real estate professionals and government agencies rely on EDR for environmental information than any other provider. You can be confident that every EDR Neighborhood Environmental Report is backed by over 15 years of experience and the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the largest collection of local, state, and federal environmental information in the U.S.

Inspection Rates:

Ken Chadwick's Home Inspections, Offers Competitive Rates. Our Rates Are Based On The Square Footage Of The Home. Please call for Rates and ask about Package Discounts

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