The Best Inspection Experience in Southeast Minnesota
Thank
you for choosing us to perform your home inspection!
A thorough inspection depends heavily on the individual inspector's effort. If you honor me by permitting me to inspect your new home, I guarantee that along with my team I will give you my very best effort. I strive to remain the most highly trained inspector in the area, with many years of hands-on building and rehabilitation experience. I am proud to give you a variety of services to choose from; all with my personal and dedicated service, so you can thrive as a property owner. As a professional inspector, I will keep you worry free. -- Jaime Rivera
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As members of Southeast Minnesota Realtors, we maintain good professional relationships with your agent. We are equipped with lockbox access and can schedule inspections to fit your schedule. This makes coordinating an inspection easier and more flexible for you and your agent. We coordinate the inspection, make the inspection a positive learning experience, and follow up after the inspection to explain any needed corrections for your transaction to go smoothly.
Inspectors shall not directly or indirectly compensate realty agents, or other parties having a financial interest in closing or settlement of real estate transactions, for the referral of inspections or for inclusion on a list of recommended inspectors, preferred providers, or similar arrangements. Agents should only recommend the most thorough and experienced inspectors available.
Don't see your prefered time available or want a custom schedule? We will make it work for you.
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Services:
1 Home inspection fee does not include outbuildings except main garage or shed. Properties outside the 30 mile radius from our office in Rochester will have an additional trip fee charge $2/mile. |
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Services:
Complete Inspection:
Visual inspection for real estate transactions, provides awareness of home conditions to perform preventive maintenance. Verify and test operation of all systems including structural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances. Includes Homeowner Review, a Summary Report of areas of concern and pictures in digital format. A Detailed Report can be prepared upon request and used by sellers as an alternative to disclosures. Request this service
Thermal Vision
A superior inspection technology. See your home in a whole new dimension. Discover hidden issues without breaking through walls. Bring in a different level of expertise.
Moisture, which can be conducive to mold, missing insulation, radiant heat, wood destroying insects that cannot always be seen with a visual inspection. Repair issues before they become huge problems. Thermal vision also serves as a very detailed Energy Efficiency Evaluation. See exactly what needs action without wasting resources in other areas.
See heat escape
Insufficient insulation
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Moisture intrusion
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Home Maintenance Inspection
Before asking the contractor sales agent ask the inspector. Consultation to provide advice in specific areas of concern as the seasons change. Homeowner can benefit by verifying improvements, identifying changes, or consulting issues with an expert impartial party rather than a contractor's sales agent. Includes recommendations for preventive maintenance to avoid costly repairs, how to save money through adequate weather stripping, appliance maintenance, and help to plan and prioritize improvements. Maintenance inspection takes approximately one hour. Request this service
Homeowner Walkthrogh Inspection
Perform repairs more cost effectively than a last minute transaction rush. Low cost inspection for sellers that want to make corrections before listing, or buyers that want a preliminary inspection consultation before placing an offer. This inspection review provides in-person advice of existing conditions that should be disclosed, and how to do repairs correctly for a successful real estate transaction. This Inspection takes approximately one hours, is limited in scope (no roof, attic, or appliance testing), and DOES NOT INCLUDE a report (Detailed Report can be used by sellers as an alternative to disclosures. For a Detailed Report, upgrade to a Complete Home Inspection with Detailed Report). Request this service
Radon Test Information
There is no safe Radon level and the EPA recommends to consider taking action at levels at or above 2.0. Corrective actions do not always have to involve an expensive active depressurization system. Schedule an inspection to help identify issues and areas specific to your home that may need to be repaired that may contribute to radon levels and wait until after your home inspection before testing to plan easy alternative solutions that may help reduce radon levels before investing in an expensive system.
Buyers and Sellers: Here is the link to the MN Dept. of Health website that explains the process of Radon testing in real estate transactions: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/indoorair/radon/radonre.html .RADON HEALTH RISK INFORMATION:
| Rn Level (pCi/L) | Description | Criteria | Range |
| 0.4 | Average outdoor radon concentration. | TARGET | 0.3 - 0.9 |
| 1.3 | Average indoor radon concentration. | ACCEPT | 1.0 - 1.9 |
| 2.0 | EPA Consider taking action. | HAZARD | 2.0 - 3.9 |
| 4.0 | EPA RECOMMENDED ACTION. | CORRECT | 4.0 - … |
Solar Shading Analysis
If you are thinking of installing a solar photovoltaic system this digital scan, analysis and report are for you. It identifies seasonal losses due to orientation, tilt, geographic location, and horizon shading due to any obstructions from buildings and/or vegetation. Request this service
Cost Segregation Study
Recommended by IRS for depreciation of non owner-occupied investment properties. This report provides an engineering analysis on properties that have received a Complete Inspection and Detailed Report and provides a Report of results of the analysis and an accelerated depreciation schedule for non structural items on a property that should be depreciated over 5 or 15 years, and Bonus Depreciation option if applicable. Request this service
The inspection process is divided in three steps. Here is how a typical day is scheduled:
AM appointment:| 8:30 AM | Open for Inspection | Inspection starts alone or escorted at property. |
| 10:00 AM | Homeowner Review | Buyer arrives for a review of findings and recommendations. |
| 11:30 AM | Inspection complete! | Report generated next day and emailed to client. |
PM appointment:
| 11:30 PM | Open for Inspection | Inspector is alone or escorted at property. |
| 1:00 PM | Homeowner Review | Buyer arrives for a review of findings and recommendations. |
| 2:30 PM | Inspection complete! | Report generated next day and emailed to client. |
Service Area
Up to 35 miles from Rochester, MN at no additional cost.
This includes the cities of Austin, Byron, Chatfield, Dover, Elgin, Eyota, Grand Meadow, Hayfield, Kasson, Mantorville, Mazeppa, Oronoco, Pine Island, Plainview, Preston, Spring Valley, St. Charles, Stewartville, Zumbro Falls, and others.
$2 per mile outside service area.
FREE for Homeowners
- Search for Building Permits (City of Rochester, MN)
- Appliance Recall Check (US CPSC)
FREE for Real Estate Agents
- Exclusive Online Continuing Education Opportunities for Real Estate Agents (ARELLO and IDECC)
- Negligent Referral Protection Program for Real Estate Agents (InterNACHI)