Top 3 Home Inspectors in San Jose, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Bay Area Home Inspections
Bay Area Home Inspections is a building inspection group that specializes in property inspections and preservation. We have been serving customers throughout the San Francisco Bay Area since 2008. Our clients include homeowners, prospective home buyers, investors, non-profit agencies, condominium a...Read more about Bay Area Home Inspections
551 25th Ave, San Francisco, CA
Porch Pro Headshot WIN San Ramon
(19)
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection San Ramon for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN San Ramon home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoi...Read more about WIN San Ramon
696 San Ramon Valley Blvd Ste 232, Danville, CA
Porch Pro Headshot DuctTesters, Inc.
"DuctTesters, Inc. is an organization that provides years of experience and works diligently to stay ahead of the changing Title 24 requirements to deliver the best possible service to its diverse client base. Its important to trust the results of all testing methods and know that if corrections are...Read more about DuctTesters, Inc.
336 W Main St, Ripon, CA

More Home Inspectors in San Jose, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Magnum Property Inspection Inc.
Home Inspectors
6115 Barclay Ct, San Jose, CA
(15)
Magnum Property Inspection is a home inspection firm established in the 1990s that offers residential property inspections, electrical inspection, chimney inspection and more to San Jose.
Magnum Property Inspection is a home inspection firm established in the 1990s that offers residential property inspections, electrical inspection, chimney inspection and more to San Jose.
Porch Pro Headshot Better Home Inspections Inc
Home Inspectors
Old Quarry Loop, Oakland, CA
(16)
Better Home Inspections Inc. is the premier home inspection company in the Bay area. We have been trusted by home buyers for years, to help them make informed buying decisions. Our program has been designed to assure you a thorough, easy to understand overview of the conditions of the home, wheth...Read more about Better Home Inspections Inc
Old Quarry Loop, Oakland, CA
Better Home Inspections Inc. is the premier home inspection company in the Bay area. We have been trusted by home buyers for years, to help them make informed buying decisions. Our program has been designed to assure you a thorough, easy to understand overview of the conditions of the home, wheth...Read more about Better Home Inspections Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Capstone Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
277 Prairiewood Ct, San Jose, CA
(7)
Capstone Inspection Services provides real estate inspections for both buyers and sellers. We do property, swimming pool, and termite inspections, on residential homes in the South Bay Area. Please call or email us for more details, and visit our website at www.capstoneinspectionservices.net
277 Prairiewood Ct, San Jose, CA
Capstone Inspection Services provides real estate inspections for both buyers and sellers. We do property, swimming pool, and termite inspections, on residential homes in the South Bay Area. Please call or email us for more details, and visit our website at www.capstoneinspectionservices.net
Porch Pro Headshot Architectural Inspection Services
Home Inspectors
441 Banbury St, Hayward, CA
(12)
"I first used the services of Patrick in 2004 - specifically for home inspections. Then in 2006 I hired Patrick to build a spec-home in Lake County, CA. He's reliable and extremely knowledgeable in the area of home building. Projects are completed timely without compromising quality and finish....Read more about Architectural Inspection Services
441 Banbury St, Hayward, CA
"I first used the services of Patrick in 2004 - specifically for home inspections. Then in 2006 I hired Patrick to build a spec-home in Lake County, CA. He's reliable and extremely knowledgeable in the area of home building. Projects are completed timely without compromising quality and finish....Read more about Architectural Inspection Services
Porch Pro Headshot WIN San Mateo
Home Inspectors
63 Bovet Rd # 327, San Mateo, CA
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection San Mateo for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN San Mateo home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoi...Read more about WIN San Mateo
63 Bovet Rd # 327, San Mateo, CA
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection San Mateo for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN San Mateo home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoi...Read more about WIN San Mateo
Porch Pro Headshot WIN Santa Cruz/Capitola
Home Inspectors
7960 Soquel Dr Ste B202, Aptos, CA
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Santa Cruz for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Santa Cruz home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ong...Read more about WIN Santa Cruz/Capitola
7960 Soquel Dr Ste B202, Aptos, CA
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Santa Cruz for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Santa Cruz home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ong...Read more about WIN Santa Cruz/Capitola
Porch Pro Headshot Spottcheck Consulting
Home Inspectors
4042 Maple Ave, Oakland, CA
4042 Maple Ave, Oakland, CA

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 San Jose Home Inspectors

16248

Patrick is responsive and timely

- Jesus Armas
33049

Quick response, knowledgeable, professional manner handle the job, and reasonable price.

- Lily Zong
16198

Patrick did a good job in inspecting the property we purchased. He also provided us ballpark estimation on remodeling cost, which was import to us because we were planning to do large remodeling. He ended up designed and built our project.

16220

Simply the best. Personable and professional, with vast experience in the field allowing for timely and relevant assessment. The inspection report provided was extremely thorough, clearly and compellingly written, and resulted in a quick legal victory. Hi...

- Maral Rapp
16222

Prior to buying our home we had Patrick Burger come to do the inspection. He was professional, and extremely quick to get back to us with finished report. Due to his information we were able to make a clear decision on what we were willing to cover an...

- Carol Green
16669

The inspection report was very complete and my followup questions answered. Advice on the repair of a minor plumbing problem not noticed during the inspection was given.

- Bill DeBord
16244

As a Realtor selling a home in San Francisco 2 years ago, I found Patrick Burger through a similar company referral and was delighted with his promptness, professionalism, thoroughness and knowledge. I them hired him for our family rental and he helped us...

- Linda Dellanini
16670

The inspection report was very complete and my followup questions answered. Advice on the repair of a minor plumbing problem not noticed during the inspection was given.

- Bill DeBord
16203

We used Patrick for his architectural services. He inspected and drew up plans for our already-built house. His plans helped us through the planning process. He knows exactly what he's doing.

- Jon Simon
16199

He gives buyers valuable information. I am extremely impressed with his work.

- Vida Borda

Everything You Need to Know About San Jose Home Inspectors

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    Below we've listed a few of the top Home Inspectors on Porch:

    • HomeGuard Inc.
      • Farris Floor Inspections
        • HomeGuard Incorporated

          How many home inspectors does San Jose have?

          There are around 50 companies throughout San Jose to help you with your next home inspection agencies job.

          • 6 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.

          All Home Inspectors in San Jose, CA

          Porch Pro Headshot Amerispec Home Inspections
          Home Inspectors
          17910 Two Bar Rd, Boulder Creek, CA
          Amerispec Home Inspections Number one in North America. Servicing the Silicon Valley ASHI Certified, member IBEW local 332
          17910 Two Bar Rd, Boulder Creek, CA
          Amerispec Home Inspections Number one in North America. Servicing the Silicon Valley ASHI Certified, member IBEW local 332
          Porch Pro Headshot HomeFront Inspection, LLC
          Home Inspectors
          440 Linfield Dr, Menlo Park, CA
          440 Linfield Dr, Menlo Park, CA

          Latest projects near San Jose

          Recent projects booked on Porch
          Morgan Hill 95037
          Home Inspection
          Start Date
          Within a week
          Purpose
          Home safety
          Inspection type
          Whole home
          Property type
          Single family residence
          Property size
          1,501-2,000 sq ft
          Property age
          0-10 years
          Foundation type
          Slab on ground
          Relationship to property
          Owner
          Occupied
          Yes
          Utilities turned on
          Yes
          Specific services
          None of the above
          San Jose 95136
          Home Inspection
          Start Date
          Within a month
          Purpose
          Home safety
          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
          Owner
          Occupied
          No
          Utilities turned on
          Yes
          Specific services
          None of the above
          San Jose 95139
          Home Inspection
          Start Date
          I'm flexible
          Purpose
          Home safety
          Inspection type
          Whole home
          Property type
          Single family residence
          Property size
          2,001-2,500 sq ft
          Property age
          21-30 years
          Foundation type
          Slab on ground
          Relationship to property
          Owner
          Occupied
          Yes
          Utilities turned on
          Yes
          Specific services
          Mold test, Sewer cam inspection, Separate structure
          San Jose 95118
          Home Inspection
          Start Date
          Within a week
          Purpose
          Home safety
          Inspection type
          Whole home
          Property type
          Duplex
          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
          Yes
          Specific services
          None of the above
          San Jose 95148
          Roofing Inspection
          Start Date
          I'm flexible
          Roof slope
          Sloped or pitched
          Roofing material
          Metal
          Reason for inspection
          Just a routine check-up, To check for damage from recent bad weather, needs to know how old the roof
          Previous leaking or damage
          No
          Number of stories tall
          One floor
          Milpitas 95035
          Home Inspection
          Start Date
          Within 48 hours
          Purpose
          Selling or pre-listing
          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
          Yes
          Specific services
          Termite inspection
          Campbell 95008
          Energy Efficiency Auditing
          Start Date
          Within a month
          Purpose
          Home safety
          Inspection type
          Energy efficiency audit
          Property type
          Single family residence
          Property size
          1,501-2,000 sq ft
          Property age
          51+ years
          Foundation type
          Raised with crawl space
          Relationship to property
          Owner
          Occupied
          Yes
          Utilities turned on
          Yes
          Specific services
          None of the above
          Morgan Hill 95037
          Home Inspection
          Start Date
          Within a week
          Purpose
          Purchasing property
          Inspection type
          Whole home
          Property type
          Condo or townhome
          Property size
          1,501-2,000 sq ft
          Property age
          0-10 years
          Foundation type
          Slab on ground
          Relationship to property
          Buyer
          Occupied
          Yes
          Utilities turned on
          Yes
          Specific services
          None of the above
          Los Gatos 95032
          Chimney Inspection
          Service needed
          Chimney Inspection
          Start Date
          Within 48 hours