About Us:

• ASHI Certified Home Inspector #242887

• Over 7,000 Home Inspections performed in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area.  Our Service Area
• Over 17 years experience as a full-time Home Inspector
• Fully insured with both Errors and Omissions and Liability Insurance
• Registered Contractor #IR750406 with the MN Dept of Labor and Industries
• Registered Business in Good Standing with the State of Minnesota
• Previously Owned Home Sample Report Available for Download
• New Home Sample Report Available for Download
• Ask for our current seasonal promotion to receive $50 off your home inspection.

All MHI home inspections follow the ASHI Standard Of Practice and include:

• Structural System
• Exterior
• Roof System
• Plumbing System
• Electrical System
• Heating System
• Air Conditioning Systems
• Interior
• Insulation and Ventilation
• Fireplaces and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances

At Minnesota Home Inspectors we go beyond the ASHI standards and include:

• Carbon Monoxide testing of the gas fired appliances
• Thermal Imaging of suspected water pipe leaks and overheated electrical connections
• Physically walking the roof when it can be safely accomplished
• Non invasive moisture testing of accessible areas
• Temperature difference testing of the central air conditioning system
• Gas pipe leak detection
• Decks, balconies, and porches
• Kitchen appliances
• Laundry appliances
• Visual examination for mold
• Radon Mitigation Systems
• Dozens of digital images
• Instruction on the operation of your installed systems

If you're shopping for a home inspector here are some questions to ask your potential inspector:

• Are you licensed? This is kind of a trick question as there is currently no licensing of Home Inspectors in the State of Minnesota.
• Do you belong to a trade association? We are Certified Home Inspectors through ASHI. ASHI Certified Inspectors are the only home inspectors who have completed a recognized certification process. There are less than 40 ASHI Certified Inspectors servicing the Minneapolis / St. Paul area.
• Is your business registered with the State of Minnesota?  Minnesota Home Inspectors is a Registered Business in good standing with the State of Minnesota.
• Is your report a handwritten checklist? All MHI reports are computer generated with professional software and include digital photos.  Compare our previously owned home sample report or new home sample report with their sample report (if they even have one).
• Will I receive my report the same day? All MHI reports are available the same day. Even at the inspection if necessary.
• How many inspections have you performed? Never ask how long they've been in business as they could be inspecting homes part time and only inspected 500 homes in the past 10 years. Our inspectors have inspected thousands of homes, full time, for the past several years, throughout the Twin Cities.
• Can I attend the inspection? Our inspector is fully vaccinated and we are now allowing clients to attend the inspection.  However, we ask that the number of people be limited to 2 or 3.  We also ask that you only come towards the end of the inspection to limit exposure.  We will let you know a good time to come when you schedule the appointment.  Mask are optional during the inspection, however we do ask to try to social distance as much as possible.
• Do you charge by the square foot? At Minnesota Home Inspectors we do. It's really none of our business what you're paying for your home and the purchase price has nothing to do with the amount of work we have to do during the inspection.
• Do you utilize a thermal imaging device? We utilize a FLIR handheld thermal imaging camera to assist us in finding water leaks and hot electrical connections...at no extra charge.
• Is my personal information safe? Many home inspectors will sell your name and contact information to alarm companies, home warranty companies and recall notification companies. Minnesota Home Inspectors will never sell or give your personal information to anyone, ever.
• Do you include Carbon Monoxide testing? All home inspections done through Minnesota Home Inspectors include carbon monoxide testing of gas burning appliances utilizint professional HVAC testing equipment.
• Do you include a visual examination for mold? If we see or smell mold during the inspection, it gets reported.  We won't hold you hostage like other companies forcing you to pay for additional testing.  In fact, the Minnesota Department of Health does not recommend mold testing.  They state,"If you can see or smell mold in your home, you know you have a mold problem." https://www.health.state.mn.us/mold

Types of Inspections We Do:

Home buyer’s inspection

Buyer’s inspections are the most common type of inspection. The persons purchasing the property hire an inspector to help identify major defects and other problems so they can make an informed decision about the building's condition.

Post closing inspection

Did you forgo the inspection to get your offer accepted?  Then this inspection is for you!  This is the same as a buyer's inspection and you'll learn about the property so you can prioratize repairs and learn how to maintain your new home.  Feel free to hang out with us during the inspection, ask questions...that's why we're here.

Home seller’s inspection

A homeowner who is selling their house hires an inspector to identify problems with their house. The seller shares the report with any potential buyers or make any necessary repairs so the house is known to be in good condition, encouraging a quick sale.

Pre-delivery inspection (New home inspection)

The pre-delivery inspection applies to brand new homes.  (Yes,  you should have your new home inspected.  See our New Home Sample Report to see why.)  These inspections take place up to a week before a closing and they allow buyers the opportunity to inspect their new home. Additionally, the inspection is to ensure that the home is substantially completed and major items are in working order.  We'll also verify that the siding, shingles and HVAC systems are installed to the manufacturer's specifications so as not to void their warrantees.

Historic home inspections (Homes over 100 years old)

We specialize in historic home inspections.  The majority of the homes we inspect are over 100 years old.  Here is a Historic Home Sample Report from an actual inspection we've performed.

Eleventh month inspection

 An 11th month inspection is an inspection of a home less than one year old, before the builder's warranty ends, to discover any defects requiring warranty service.

Multi-family home inspection

Basically the same as a home buyer's inspection, but for duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes.

Light commercial inspection

Warehouses, small retail buildings, small industrial buildings.

Limited scope inspection

This type of inspection is not for real estate transactions and you must currently own the property.  You pick the system; roof, siding, windows, furnace, air conditioning, deck, etc.  We'll provide you with a written report, including pictures of it's current condition and any recommendations we may have.