Home Inspection in Cincinnati and Dayton area

Safe Start Home Inspections inspects from roof to foundation. Your home is inspected for any visible defects and all utilities (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that are operable. We provide you with a full detailed report so you have all the information you need on the condition of one of your largest investments.

With an inspection before you list or sell your house Safe Start Home Inspections will help identify areas of concerns and in need of maintenance.  It puts you in control of the inspection process and repairs that need to be made.

Wether you are renting a house or an apartment you want documentation on the condition of your home when you move in. Safe Start Home Inspections gives you a detailed report with written and photo proof of current conditions.

Even when building a new home somethings can be missed.  Our inspectors are specifically trained to find imperfections in your new home so they can be corrected before you move in. We also have options for additional inspections during the construction phase. Please call for more information as each house is different.

Maintenance on your home is important, as a home ages different factors like weather, use, or even damage cause items to wear. Safe Start Home Inspections off annual and biennial maintenance inspections. After you have had a full inspection done on your house by Safe Start Home Inspections this service is offered to help you evaluate what maintenance should be done. So whether you want to have us inspect it every year or every other year to help you stay on top of conditions give us a call today

If your new construction home comes with a one year warranty or you have a one year warranty plan that you got when you bought your home we can help before time runs out. We can inspect specific areas that are covered by your warranty and provide you with a report for recommended repairs.

Licensed by the State of Ohio department of Agriculture.  Safe Start Home Inspections provides you with the proper paperwork for any loan requiring a termite inspection.  

ODA License #107368

Radon is an invisible gas that comes from rocks deep in the soil.  It can enter your home through small cracks in the foundation.  Safe Start Home Inspections does a full 48 hour test on your home with the most accurate testing equipment and then provides you with the information you need on whether or not to install a mitigation system. Additional costs may apply if more then one test has to be ran for the house.

ODH License #RT1262

This is a camera that is sent down through the main drain line of the house to check for damage, sludge, roots and anything else that may hinder drainage. Even though water may be getting by, debris may have started to back up and can be costly to repair.

If your home has a well system or cistern to supply drinking water then it is recommended to have the water quality tested for bacteria like E.Coli and coliform. Along with bacteria testing can also be done for heavy metals and other conditions can can lead to poor water quality. Safe Start uses a state certified lab for all testing to insure all possible loan guidelines are followed.

When purchasing a home a full home inspection is required to be done by any state licensed home inspector. If you already own your home we can offer area specific inspections of items such as the roof, foundation, or utilities.