What does a home inspection in the Twin Cities actually cover?

A standard home inspection across the Saint Paul and Minneapolis metro is a top-to-bottom, visual evaluation of the home's major systems and components: roof and attic, exterior and siding, foundation and structure, basement, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, insulation and ventilation, doors and windows, and built-in appliances. In a region built on river-bluff and urban clay soils, the issues that surface most often in Minnesota housing are basement moisture intrusion, grading that channels runoff toward the foundation, ice-dam evidence along the rooflines, attic ventilation, and the wiring and plumbing quirks of the many pre-war Victorians, Craftsman homes, and bungalows. We typically spend two to three hours on site, longer for larger or older homes. Thermal imaging, available as an add-on, can spot hidden moisture and missing insulation. You receive a clear, photo-documented report, generally within 24 hours, explaining what we found, why it matters, and what's routine maintenance versus a real concern. The inspection is not a pass-fail test and not an appraisal; it's an honest snapshot of condition so you can buy with eyes open. Call us with questions about your specific property, or use the free instant quote tool below to see pricing and lock in a date.