Choosing the right home inspector can be a difficult. Unlike most professionals, you probably won't get to meet your home inspector before hiring them. Furthermore, different inspectors have varying qualifications, experiences, equipment, reporting methods, and pricing. One thing for sure is that a quality home inspection requires a lot of work, and a thorough inspections depends heavily on the individual inspectors effort. If you honor us by permitting us to inspect your new home, we guarantee to give our very best effort and perform the inspection as if we are buying the home ourselves. This we promise to you. We look forward to earning your business!
Choosing the right home inspector can be a difficult. Unlike most professionals, you probably won't get to meet your home inspector before hiring them. Furthermore, different inspectors have varying qualifications, experiences, equipment, reporting methods, and pricing. One thing for sure is that a quality home inspection requires a lot of work, and a thorough inspections depends heavily on the individual inspectors effort. If you honor us by permitting us to inspect your new home, we guarantee to give our very best effort and perform the inspection as if we are buying the home ourselves. This we promise to you. We look forward to earning your business!
After many years as a licensed contractor doing remodel and refurbishing for my own company, I have decided to move to inspections so I can help homeowners to be aware of issues with their houses and for home buyers to be fully aware of any issues they may have missed in the homes they plan to buy. I take great pride in my professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. I make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call.
"Jeff was responsive, easy to work with, and took the time to understand what my concerns were with the property we were considering."
Steve M on October 2021
After many years as a licensed contractor doing remodel and refurbishing for my own company, I have decided to move to inspections so I can help homeowners to be aware of issues with their houses and for home buyers to be fully aware of any issues they may have missed in the homes they plan to buy. I take great pride in my professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. I make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call.
"Jeff was responsive, easy to work with, and took the time to understand what my concerns were with the property we were considering."
Steve M on October 2021
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We are a full service inspection company offering residential (both single- and multi-family) and commercial inspections along with sewer scopes, radon testing, oil tank sweeps, air and water quality testing, WDO certificates, Home Energy Scores and floor plans. No need to make multiple appointments when we can do it all! We are a husband and wife team running our inspection business with a focus on quality, friendliness, and knowledge that is both broad and deep. The inspector's decades of experience and close attention to detail will give you the information needed for your real estate journey. We both enjoy supporting people throughout their property decisions and pride ourselves on making the inspection process smooth for you. Tim is a great resource who will supply you with an accurate, informative, and comprehensive picture of your investment.
We are a full service inspection company offering residential (both single- and multi-family) and commercial inspections along with sewer scopes, radon testing, oil tank sweeps, air and water quality testing, WDO certificates, Home Energy Scores and floor plans. No need to make multiple appointments when we can do it all! We are a husband and wife team running our inspection business with a focus on quality, friendliness, and knowledge that is both broad and deep. The inspector's decades of experience and close attention to detail will give you the information needed for your real estate journey. We both enjoy supporting people throughout their property decisions and pride ourselves on making the inspection process smooth for you. Tim is a great resource who will supply you with an accurate, informative, and comprehensive picture of your investment.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great communication! Very professional, would recommend highly!!"
Tonya W on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great communication! Very professional, would recommend highly!!"
Tonya W on April 2025
Ugly Duckling Home Services: Uncover the hidden truths of your property. Our meticulous home inspections provide a comprehensive analysis, ensuring transparency and peace of mind. Trust us to reveal the real story behind your home. Choose Ugly Duckling for clarity in every corner.
"Geoff was very efficient and did a great job."
Marci R on June 2025
Ugly Duckling Home Services: Uncover the hidden truths of your property. Our meticulous home inspections provide a comprehensive analysis, ensuring transparency and peace of mind. Trust us to reveal the real story behind your home. Choose Ugly Duckling for clarity in every corner.
"Geoff was very efficient and did a great job."
Marci R on June 2025
Nordic Home Inspection is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the foundation of our business.
"Chris was fantastic to talk to about what he checks for during the inspection and what i should expect to see on his report. Chris was on time, incredibly thorough and detailed. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great home inspector. "
Arthur K on June 2025
Nordic Home Inspection is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the foundation of our business.
"Chris was fantastic to talk to about what he checks for during the inspection and what i should expect to see on his report. Chris was on time, incredibly thorough and detailed. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great home inspector. "
Arthur K on June 2025
Let me take a look before you leap. I'm Tim Glynn, Oregon Certified Home Inspector. I've inspected homes, old and new, inside and out, from the roof to the basement. I'll give you a thorough, objective analysis of your home that will be useful not only now, as you become an informed home buyer, but in your future as a conscientious homeowner. Glynn Inspection Services is an inspection service specializing in pre-purchase home inspections. My company was established to help both the first time home buyer, as well as the property investor, enter into their purchase with all the information they need to make the smart choice.
"nice guy courteous. detailed report. but didn't email back when we had a question"
Jared R on July 2024
Let me take a look before you leap. I'm Tim Glynn, Oregon Certified Home Inspector. I've inspected homes, old and new, inside and out, from the roof to the basement. I'll give you a thorough, objective analysis of your home that will be useful not only now, as you become an informed home buyer, but in your future as a conscientious homeowner. Glynn Inspection Services is an inspection service specializing in pre-purchase home inspections. My company was established to help both the first time home buyer, as well as the property investor, enter into their purchase with all the information they need to make the smart choice.
"nice guy courteous. detailed report. but didn't email back when we had a question"
Jared R on July 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
Inspect while you own and before you buy. In business since 1989 and 7 time winner of the Super Service Award. We have performed approximately 12,000 home / building inspection and we are a founding board member of OREIA, (Oregon Real Estate Inspectors Association). We do not perform repairs. All of our clients are encouraged and more than welcome to attend the entire inspection process. We strongly encourage this as all our inspections are interactive so the customer and home buyer has a good learning experience of the conditions and issues with the house that they are buying with direct face to face communications with their inspector. How longs has it been since someones been in your crawlspace or attic? We do not perform repairs. No conflict of interest and experience does matter when comes to your home. We provide computer generated reports, with digital photos. PLEASE CALL FOR FASTEST RESPONSE TIME. CCB#62252 OCHI#0117
"Steve was great! He came early, clearly explained what to expect, how he would complete the work, and was very interactive with me and my wife by allowing us to follow him around the inspection of our new home! He always allowed us to ask questions and keeps an open line of communication even after the inspection. He provided a clear report within a day! He takes card also!"
Brian V on September 2024
Inspect while you own and before you buy. In business since 1989 and 7 time winner of the Super Service Award. We have performed approximately 12,000 home / building inspection and we are a founding board member of OREIA, (Oregon Real Estate Inspectors Association). We do not perform repairs. All of our clients are encouraged and more than welcome to attend the entire inspection process. We strongly encourage this as all our inspections are interactive so the customer and home buyer has a good learning experience of the conditions and issues with the house that they are buying with direct face to face communications with their inspector. How longs has it been since someones been in your crawlspace or attic? We do not perform repairs. No conflict of interest and experience does matter when comes to your home. We provide computer generated reports, with digital photos. PLEASE CALL FOR FASTEST RESPONSE TIME. CCB#62252 OCHI#0117
"Steve was great! He came early, clearly explained what to expect, how he would complete the work, and was very interactive with me and my wife by allowing us to follow him around the inspection of our new home! He always allowed us to ask questions and keeps an open line of communication even after the inspection. He provided a clear report within a day! He takes card also!"
Brian V on September 2024
Professional inspectors enter attics through access hatches or pull-down stairs while wearing appropriate protective equipment. They utilize various tools, including high-powered flashlights, moisture detection devices, and occasionally thermal imaging cameras, to evaluate structural components, insulation quality, ventilation systems, and signs of water intrusion or pest activity. The inspection process involves examining roof framing, checking insulation distribution, assessing airflow patterns, and looking for evidence of current or past problems. Findings are documented with photographs and detailed notes that become part of the final inspection report.
While inspectors often attempt to physically enter attics during evaluations, certain circumstances may prevent them from gaining complete access. When entry points are obstructed, sealed, or undersized for safe passage, inspectors might conduct limited visual assessments from the access opening instead. Safety concerns, such as unstable flooring, suspected hazardous materials, or extreme temperatures, may also restrict full attic entry. When purchasing property, specifically ask whether the inspector will physically enter the attic or use alternative methods if direct access isn't feasible.
Attic inspections often reveal issues that might otherwise remain undetected until they cause significant damage. Common findings include insufficient insulation, which contributes to energy inefficiency, inadequate ventilation that leads to moisture accumulation, roof leaks evidenced by water staining, structural weakening caused by moisture or pest damage, electrical system deficiencies, and air duct problems that affect heating and cooling performance. Inspectors may also identify improperly vented bathroom or kitchen exhaust systems that discharge moisture directly into attic spaces rather than outside the home.
Standard attic inspections do not include radon testing. Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, enters homes through foundation elements and tends to concentrate in lower living areas rather than attics. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location or construction age due to its status as the second leading cause of lung cancer. If concerned about radon exposure, consider scheduling this specialized test as a separate service or as part of a comprehensive home environmental assessment.