Your Peace of Mind is our Business
We ensure the safety and functionality of your home by removing the guesswork and providing professional expertise that helps you sleep better at night.
Why Choose Ohio River Valley Home Inspections?
Because quality matters
When you trust someone to advise you on the biggest financial investment of your life, you need to know that they are competent and trustworthy.
Trade Association Certified
Our inspector is a Certified Professional Inspector® with InterNACHI, the world’s largest trade association of residential and commercial inspectors.
Quality Standard of Practice
Our inspector follows state-mandated standards of practice that ensure a quality and comprehensive inspection.
Professional Code of Ethics
Our inspector abides by a professional code of ethics that puts your interests and rights as a consumer first.
“Ohio River Valley Home Inspections has been absolutely fantastic! Josh always communicates and gets the inspections completed for my clients in a timely manner. He is thorough and honest. If you want to know what you are buying, call Ohio River Valley Home Inspections to inspect!”
Anna Johnson
Broker, Optimum Realty
Service You can trust
Formally Trained
Our inspector received pre-licensing training from the American Home Inspectors Training Institute (AHIT), an industry-leading provider of home inspection certifications, continuing education, and professional development courses since 1993.
Professionally Certified
InterNACHI school is a non-profit secondary educational institution that is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET), a national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Fully Insured
The state of Ohio requires that all licensed home inspectors carry comprehensive general liability insurance. Our inspector also carries Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance, so you can rest assured that your investment is secure.
How can we help?
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the questions we hear most from people inquiring about our services.
What all do you inspect?
The general home inspection is a visual, non-invasive examination of the readily accessible areas of a residential dwelling. That includes everything which can be safely accessed on the day of inspection – roof, crawl space, basement, you name it. It also includes a basic test of the home’s major operating systems, which includes plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
How much does it cost?
In most cases, the general home inspection is $400. If there is a second structure on the property with a separate utility service to be inspected along with the primary residence, then it is $450. An additional $50 fee may also apply if the home is over 100 years old.
How soon can I schedule?
In most cases, we can easily schedule within the week. Many of our clients are buyers in a real estate transaction who have ten days from the time they go under contract to have their home inspected, but if special accommodations are required, we can typically make it happen.
Do you offer termite inspections?
Yes! Our inspector is licensed to provide wood-destroying insect diagnostic services in connection with the sale of a property in the state of Ohio. The WDI inspection is reported on a separate state-approved form, and the cost for this service is $75.
Do I have to be there for the inspection?
It’s entirely up to you. You are welcome to be on site for the entire inspection, or you can show up at the end to do a walk-through with our inspector. If you are unable or don’t want to be present for the inspection, our inspector will be available to review the findings and answer any questions you have once you’ve had a chance to read the report.
When will the report be ready?
You will receive an email with a link to download and view your home inspection report (and WDI report, if applicable) by the end of the following business day at the latest. In many cases, if our inspector’s schedule allows, the report(s) will be ready even sooner than that.
Testimonials
Hear what people are saying
Don’t just take our word for it.
Very Professional
Josh was very professional, easy to talk to, answered all my questions, quick to reply. I’m buying a home in another state, sight unseen, and feel very confident that I know more about it than if I personally toured the home. Provided excellent photos and followed up with me. Happy I chose Ohio River Valley Home Inspections!
Eileen Zarowsky
Arkansas
Comprehensive Service
Josh provided a very comprehensive home inspection and took the time to explain each concern. He even pointed out the things that were not a concern now, but something to keep an eye on in the future. Highly recommend!
John Cantrell
Portsmouth, OH
Highly Recommend
Josh was quick to answer any questions I may have had before the inspection process. He was very efficient and professional and completed the entire inspection process within a few hours’ time and delivered the report the same day! Highly recommend Ohio Valley Home Inspections!
Alicia Hickerson
Portsmouth, OH
Simple pricing
You get what you pay for
For any requests that fall outside of these parameters, please contact us for special pricing.
General Home Inspection
A comprehensive evaluation and report on the apparent condition of all readily accessible areas of the home, along with a basic test of its major operating systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC).
$400
Wood-Destroying Insect Inspection
A thorough examination of the home and any associated structures on the property (deck, garage, outbuilding, etc.) that may be susceptible to infestation and damage by termites, carpenter bees and ants, and wood-boring reinfesting beetles.
$75
Multi-Family Dwelling
An additional fee is applied when there is a second structure on the property with a separate utility service or when the structure to be inspected is a multi-family dwelling such as an apartment building or condominium.
$50
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