Inspection Blog

If you’re buying a home in Gardner, Kansas, there’s a good chance you’re focused on theexciting parts of the process. The neighborhood, the layout, the finishes, the price. Whatoften gets less attention is the inspection, even though it’s one of the most important stepsin protecting yourself after the offer is accepted. At Gordon and Associates, we have worked with many …

If you are buying a home in Garnett or anywhere in Anderson County, you want aninspector who understands the homes in this area and the unique issues that can come withthem. Garnett has a mix of older houses, rural properties, lake homes, and well lived infamily homes that have seen many updates over the years. At Gordon and Associates, weprovide …

A home inspection should give you a clear picture of the property you are buying or selling,but sometimes a standard inspection does not uncover everything you need to know.Certain issues stay hidden unless you specifically test for them, and that is where ouradditional services come in. At Gordon and Associates, we offer several extra inspectionoptions that help you understand your …

If you are getting ready to buy a home in Lawrence, you already know how unique this townis. One street might have a century old house full of character, and the next might have anewer build with modern upgrades. Lawrence has a mix of historic homes, long timerentals, student housing, and brand new developments. That variety is part of what …

Radon is one of those things most homeowners never think about until it becomes a problem. It’s a naturally occurring gas that forms from the breakdown of uranium in the soil, and it’s completely invisible and odorless. You can’t see it, smell it, or taste it, but it can be dangerous if levels are too high inside your home. In …

When buying or selling a home, a professional home inspection is one of the most important steps you can take. But many clients in Ottawa, Pomona, Baldwin City, and Wellsville don’t realize they can go even deeper. At Gordon and Associates, we offer additional inspection services that uncover hidden risks beyond what’s visible during a standard inspection. Here are three …

We’re excited to announce some big news at Gordon and Associates. As one of the most trusted home inspection companies in Kansas, we’re expanding to better serve our clients with a new Johnson County home inspection office in Overland Park and a brand-new location in Ottawa, Kansas. New Main Office in Overland Park, KS (Johnson County) We’ve moved our main …

You’ve found a home you love… maybe it’s the open-concept kitchen, the sleek new appliances, or that freshly tiled master bath that made your heart skip a beat. But before you get too attached, there’s one big step you can’t afford to overlook: the home inspection. Don’t fall in love too fast. At Gordon and Associates, we’ve seen what’s behind …

If you’ve ever dealt with musty smells, water damage, or unexplained health issues in your home, mold might be the hidden culprit. We have our office locations based out of Kansas City in Johnson County and Ottawa, Kansas, where humidity and unpredictable weather create the perfect conditions for mold growth, scheduling a professional mold inspection is one of the smartest …

Buying a home in Kansas City is a big decision — and a professional home inspection isone of the most important steps to protect your investment. Whether you’re a first-timebuyer, an experienced homeowner, or investing in commercial property, knowing what toexpect from your home inspection can give you the confidence you need to move forward.At Gordon and Associates, Dru has …