Inspection Services

We offer the most comprehensive home inspection service available, along with some flexibility depending on your inspection needs.

Here at Vanguard we believe that one size does not fit all, so we offer you different levels and types of Inspection Services designed to meet your specific needs; some of our offerings are unique to the inspection industry as a whole, you won't find them anywhere else and all inspections are performed by Certified Professional Inspectors.

Here is a list (below) of our offerings, with some general price ranges to give you a rough idea on what to expect. Pricing varies broadly depending on property style, size, amenities and services desired so please contact us and we'll be happy to quote you on your specific needs.

• Full Service 12 Point Home Inspection --
  
  Our most requested, and comprehensive, home & condo inspection offering - Perfect for the first time buyer or for someone who wants a complete and full blown inspection of their property. Including an indepth written report covering all your home's systems that is chock full of pictures, illustrations, comments and advice. Our 12 Point Inspection typically takes approximayely 2 1/2 to 3 hours on site, sometimes longer if there are many items of concern uncovered, and the report is delivered via email so that you can read and print at your leisure.
  
  Covering structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, roofing, heating, cooling, flashing, insulation, entry, ventilation systems and more - You will leave the inspection with a complete and clear understanding of your new home and it's working systems as we leave virtually no stone unturned. Inspection fees start at $450 and depend on the home's size and amenities. Call for specific pricing for your property, we're sure you'll be pleasantly surprised at the thoroughness of the inspection and the value you will receive.
   
• Second Opinion Seller's Inspection --
  
  Primarily designed for sellers though buyers can take advantage of this unique offering too. If you've ever tried to get a contractor out to reinspect and/or fix something in a timely manner you'll appreciate this "Second Opinion" program. For example, a house has been inspected by another person/company and there are questions to the validity of the findings.  Call Vanguard out there to confirm whether the issues called out are accurate or not, before losing lots of time trying to arrange a plethora of different trades people to come out to the property. Sales contracts typically have very short timeframes so there is no time to waste, Vanguard's Certified Professional Inspectors can be out there lickety-split to help move things along to completion. Fees are typically around $150 +/- per item needing a second opinion, and lead times are usually less than 48 hours to get your opinion(s) rendered.  We can also perfomr a complete 12 Point "Pre-Listing" inspection as well for sellers to help make their homes more saleable to buyers.
• Radon Screening --
  
  The EPA, as well as the great state of Tennessee strongly recommend that every house have a Radon screening. Fees are $149 for most homes, and we use modern, continus monitoring equipment.
   
• Water Potability, Radon in Water and Well Flow Testing --
  
  We offer a full compliment of well flow and water quality testing. Fees vary with the testing required, ranging from a low of $75 up to roughly $2,000.  Most homes will fall into the $150-300 range typically. Call for details and testing options.

We are always adding more services. If you need something and don't see it listed here please don't hesitate to contact us and ask.

We look forward to serving your inspection needs.

Also, our services don’t end with the inspection. For as long as you own the home, you can call with any additional questions — at no extra charge!