Every Blaine home is different. We tailor the inspection to the era, the neighborhood, and the deal — not a generic checklist.
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Buyer's Home Inspection
A full top-to-bottom evaluation — roof, attic, structure, foundation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, interior systems. Built for Blaine buyers who want clarity, not a 90-page brochure full of disclaimers.
Anoka County is in EPA Radon Zone 1. Roughly 4 in 10 Blaine basements test above action level. Continuous monitor, 48-hour deployment, chart-ready results — no mail-in lab delays.
Pre-1985 Blaine homes commonly have clay or cast iron laterals. We push a self-leveling RIDGID camera from cleanout to city main and hand you the video file.
North-side attic sheathing mold is one of the most common findings in 1990s+ Blaine homes. We inspect visually, sample if needed, and partner with an accredited lab.
FLIR thermal camera included on every inspection at no extra charge. Hidden moisture, missing insulation, ice-dam-prone decking, electrical hot spots — all caught.
Sell smart. We inspect before you list so surprises don't tank your deal during the buyer's inspection. Sellers using a pre-listing report close 7-12 days faster.
Use the quote tool or call. Most Blaine inspections book within 24-48 hours — including evenings and weekends.
Step 02
On-Site Inspection
2-4 hours on-site. Roof walk or drone, foundation, attic, every accessible system. Walk along — most clients do.
Step 03
Thermal + Specialty
FLIR included free. Add radon, sewer scope, mold sampling, or water testing — deployed on-site.
Step 04
Detailed Reporting
Modern reporting (Spectora) with AI-summarized 1-page priority sheet. Your agent will actually read it.
Step 05
24-Hour Delivery
Full report with annotated photos in your inbox same day. Plus a 15-minute phone walkthrough.
★ Reviews
Real words from real Blaine humans.
★★★★★
"Marcus inspected our 1972 split-level in Northtown and caught a Federal Pacific panel that two other inspectors had glossed over. He laid out exactly what it would cost to replace and even called our agent to walk her through it. We saved $4,800 on the deal."
Brittany & Devin O · Northtown / Blaine
★★★★★
"We were buying a townhome near TPC and the seller's agent was pushing for a fast close. Report in 24 Hours at 6 PM found stucco moisture intrusion, a cracked heat exchanger, and a sewer belly. Saved us from a six-figure mistake."
Priya S · Lochness Park / Blaine
★★★★★
"I sell in the Anoka County market full-time. I've used four different inspectors in the past five years and nobody else delivers a report in 24 hours with the photo quality and clarity that Blaine Inspection Experts does."
Kara W · REALTOR · Edina Realty
★ Serving Anoka County + N Metro
From Andover to Arden Hills — we inspect the North Metro.
Based in Blaine, serving every city in Anoka County plus the inner-ring north suburbs. Whether you're buying in Coon Rapids, scoping a sewer in Spring Lake Park, or doing due diligence on a warehouse along 35W — we're 30 minutes or less from your closing.
The cost depends on the size, age, and add-ons (radon, sewer scope, mold, water testing). The fastest way to get a real number is our FREE Instant Quote tool — enter the address and details, get a real quote in under 60 seconds with no sales call.
Roof (visual + drone where needed), attic, structure, foundation, basement, electrical system and panel, plumbing, water heater, HVAC, insulation, ventilation, doors, windows, exterior, grading, garage, and all interior rooms. Thermal imaging is included on every inspection.
A typical 2,000-square-foot Blaine home takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours on-site. Older homes (pre-1980) and larger homes (3,000+ sq ft) run 4 hours or more. Sewer scope adds 30-45 minutes; radon test setup adds 15 minutes.
Yes — strongly recommended. The EPA places all of Anoka County in Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk classification, and the Minnesota Department of Health reports the Anoka County indoor radon average at 4.8 pCi/L, already above the EPA action level of 4.0.
Yes if the home was built before 2000 — and we recommend it through 2010. Pre-1985 Blaine homes commonly have clay or early-PVC laterals running 60-120 feet to the city main. Root intrusion, bellies, and offsets are routine findings.
Absolutely — and we encourage it. Most Blaine buyers stay for the final 45-60 minutes when we walk through the home and explain what we found. Your agent is welcome too.
Look for: InterNACHI Master Inspector or InterNACHI Master Inspector Professional, current Minnesota AELSLAGID license, $1M+ E&O insurance, sample report you can review, thermal imaging included, reports in 24 hours, verified Google reviews from Anoka County buyers.
Yes — every time. Production builders push hundreds of homes through the Blaine market each year. The city's building inspector checks code compliance, not workmanship. We routinely find missing kickout flashings, undersized AFCI coverage, and 25-50 documented warranty items on a brand-new home.
Performed roughly 11 months after closing on new construction — timed to give you 30 days to submit findings to the builder before your 1-year warranty expires. We focus on issues that surface after one Anoka County winter.
Technically inspections don't pass or fail — they document. But certain findings commonly cause buyers to walk or renegotiate: structural foundation issues, severe roof damage, FPE/Zinsco panels, polybutylene, active basement water intrusion, radon over action level, mold, end-of-life HVAC.
Within 24-48 hours of accepted offer. Most Minnesota purchase agreements give you a 5-10 business day inspection contingency window — and you need time for the inspection, report review, contractor estimates, and negotiation.
Yes. InterNACHI Master Inspector status (InterNACHI), current Minnesota AELSLAGID license, $1M errors & omissions coverage, $2M general liability. Credentials available on request.
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