Buying a home is very likely the single largest purchase you will make so it's vitally important that you know exactly what you are buying and what condition it's in.

It's like buying a car, you would want to have it checked out by a mechanic to make sure it's in good condition and functioning properly. For the same reason, you should have a home inspected to help protect you against future loss caused by unforeseen problems.

The primary purpose of a home inspection is to inform the potential home buyer of any possible major defects before closing the purchase. It is smart to order a home inspection before you purchase the property, as you can request that the home seller fix problematic areas.

You will gain valuable information about the condition of the house you are about to buy and you'll give yourself peace of mind in knowing exactly what you’re purchasing.

I use digital photography to help you visualize and understand areas of concerns and safety issues discovered during my inspection!

You can also use a home inspection as a seller to make your home more marketable.  RDO Home Inspection is a NAHI certified inspection service so you can count on impartial and thorough inspections.

National Assoc. of Home Inspectors (NAHI) brochure tells the story of what to expect from a NAHI certified inspector. (PDF document)