One Inspector. Every Property. Every Report.
Proudly serving Silicon Valley since 1990.
We are a boutique inspection practice built on attentive service and technical expertise. Our principal inspector evaluates every property and writes every report. This direct involvement provides consistency, accountability, and clarity from the inspection itself through the final report.
Firsthand Local Experience
Thousands of inspections across Silicon Valley have created a thorough understanding of the region’s architectural history. From historic framing and mid-century Eichlers to modern ADUs and everything in between, we understand how these structures perform, how they age, and where problems typically develop.
Our roots in the area run deep, including family ties to Cupertino’s early civic leadership. Decades of local experience make property changes easier to recognize, evaluate, and explain. The map below shows a sample of our inspection history. Odds are excellent we have already been down your street. Ready to add yours?
The Power of Hands-On Knowledge
Standard home inspection is based on visual observation. Accurate inspection, however, also requires knowing how buildings are actually assembled. When our report identifies a condition, that assessment comes from decades of hands-on experience building, repairing, and evaluating residential systems. Our findings provide a precise record of the property’s visible condition.
Thousands of inspections, one map
Every dot is an inspection, shown at block-level accuracy out of respect for past clients’ privacy.
Deep Construction Roots. Court-Qualified Credentials.
Our principal inspector holds an active California contractor’s license and serves as a registered Expert Witness in the State of California, providing court-recognized analysis in construction and property disputes.
Zero Conflict of Interest
We operate under a strict code of ethics and do not perform repair work on the homes we inspect. This clear separation eliminates conflicts of interest, protects the independence of our reporting, and ensures that every finding is based solely on the visible condition of the property. Clients should consult independent licensed contractors for all recommended repairs.
How We Work
- By the book. We follow the Business and Professions Code of the State of California, the ASHI Code of Ethics, and the ASHI Standards of Practice. Every inspection is performed by an ASHI Lifetime Member, No. 200698.
- Narrative reporting. We do not rely on generic checklists. Every property receives a narrative report written for clarity, objectivity, and practical use.
- No volume model. We take fewer inspections and give each one full attention. Nearly all of our work comes by referral from agents and past clients who know the quality of the reports.
- Independent opinion. We inspect for you, not for the transaction. What appears in the report is what was observed.
- Service beyond the report. Our service does not end when the report is delivered. We remain available to answer questions, explain findings in plain language, and provide the technical context clients need to make informed decisions with confidence.
Who We Serve
Sellers (Listing Inspections)
Approximately 90% of our work involves an initial inspection and full report to help prepare a property for sale, followed by a re-inspection to verify completed repairs.
Buyers & Homeowners
We provide evaluations before a purchase, baseline consulting for remodels, and second opinions on incomplete or disputed reports.
In every case, the standard is the same: impartial, factual, and plainly informative reporting. We report what we find, regardless of who hires us.
Request an Inspection
Tell us about the property and how to reach you. Every request is reviewed and confirmed personally. We’ll reply with availability and a quote. We serve Silicon Valley; outside our area, inspections are taken by inspector’s approval for pricing and scheduling.
Agents: this form works like the text you’d normally send. The property address and how to reach you are enough to get scheduling started. We’ll confirm with you directly.
Strictly Confidential. We respect your privacy. Your contact information and property details are never shared with, or sold to, third parties. Privacy Policy