Do you need a home inspection in Johnson County? What does a home inspector do? If you have never had a home inspection, you might be asking yourself these questions. If you are buying or selling a home, you may have talked about a home inspection with your realtor, but you may not know what to expect during the process. A home inspection is a vitally important part of any real estate transaction, whether you are the seller or the buyer. Real estate deals are some of the biggest financial transactions most people will ever be involved in. You want to be sure that you are getting everything you want, while minimizing risks. Dru Gordon of Gordon & Associates is an ASHI-certified home inspector with decades of experience helping families in Johnson County, Overland Park, and the Greater Kansas City area.
When you hire Gordon & Associates to perform a home inspection in Johnson County, Dru Gordon will provide a complete, thorough evaluation of these part of the home:
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Heating
- Cooling
- Built in Appliances
- Foundation
- Roof
- Doors
- Windows
- Stairs
- Ceilings
- Walls
- Fireplaces
- Decks
- Additional items and systems unique to a particular home if needed.
The average home inspection in Johnson County takes about two hours but could take longer for larger or more complex homes. Once the inspection has been completed, we will explain any problems that were discovered and discuss them with you, as well as answer any questions and make recommendations for routine maintenance. Sample inspection reports and customer reviews are available on our website.
The inspection report will be especially important if you are selling a home, since both Missouri and Kansas law requires a seller to disclose known problems to potential buyers. You can also use the information provided if you are planning renovations or upgrades to your house. Being knowledgeable about your home’s current condition is an advantage when talking to contractors and getting estimates.
It may surprise you to learn that there are currently no licensing laws in either Kansas or Missouri for home inspectors. The only way to be sure you are getting a true professional is to hire a certified home inspector. The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) certifies home inspectors, and publishes a Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics which outlines what clients should expect to have covered in their home inspection report. Dru Gordon of Gordon & Associates is an ASHI-certified home inspector. He takes pride in providing an unbiased, accurate and comprehensive home inspection in Johnson County. We also serve Overland Park and the greater Kansas City area. Call or text (913) 207-2769 to schedule an inspection, or schedule online here. Gordon & Associates will give you the knowledge to help you protect your investment.