QUALIFIED INSPECTOR
Michael D. Ray - InterNACHI Certified & Licensed Inspector | Residential Building Contractor | Certified Home Energy Auditor
ABOUT US
WHY GET A HOME INSPECTION?
A QUALITY HOME INSPECTION is a form of protection. It is an inexpensive way of discovering the condition of a home before you buy it by visually inspecting the major components such as electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems, the roof, crawlspace, attic and interior/exterior.
HOMECHECK INSPECTION SERVICES can save you from making a bad purchase and confirm a smart one.
PROFESSIONAL HOME INSPECTOR
MICHAEL D. RAY
Tennessee Licensed Home Inspector since 2006. InterNachi Certified - Radon Testing, Thermal Imaging, Energy Audits. Tennessee Licensed Building Contractor. Military Veteran serving Upper East Tennessee.
Assisted by daughter Jennifer. We make a friendly and knowledgeable team who do a thorough job while providing a realistic perspective on the condition of the home.
SCHEDULING & COST
We offer convenient ON-LINE SCHEDULING for appointments Monday thru Saturday in Johnson City, TN, Bristol, TN, Kingsport, TN, and surrounding areas. Home inspection costs start at $400 and vary depending on the age, size and amenities of the property you're having inspected. We offer SAME-DAY REPORTING with IN-PERSON REPORT REVIEWS with our home inspector to insure you understand your report findings.
INSPECTION + RADON IS ONLY AN ADDITIONAL $75.
OUR SERVICES
HOME INSPECTIONS
A home inspection by an experienced home inspector is a crucial element of any home purchase and well worth the home inspection cost. Most buyers make their purchase offer contingent on the results of a home inspection so they can decide not to buy if the inspection reveals significant problems. In a market with heavy competition for homes, buyers sometimes waive the home-inspection contingency to make their offer more appealing to the sellers or sellers can list a property 'AS IS'. Even in those circumstances, it's advisable to schedule an 'information-only' inspection so you know what you're buying. Energy audits can also provide useful information about a homes condition.
ENERGY AUDIT SERVICES
A home energy audit is the first step to improving your home's energy efficiency. Making energy efficiency upgrades identified in energy audits can save 5-30% on your monthly energy bill while also ensuring the health and safety of your house.
We are currently offering blower-door testing with a detailed home energy audit report in the Johnson City, TN, Bristol, TN, Kingsport, TN, and surrounding areas.
RADON TESTING
IS YOUR HOME'S AIR SAFE TO BREATH? Radon is a common element in the air but it can accumulate in enclosed areas like a home. Experts say that it exists at unsafe levels in 1 out of every 15 homes and is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Northeast Tennessee, including Johnson City, TN, Bristol, TN, and Kingsport, TN, has some of the highest levels of radon in the nation but mitigation systems are highly effective in reducing amounts to acceptable levels. A radon test is conducted by placing an air-monitoring device in the home for 48 hours which provides immediate readings of radon levels. Radon testing starts at $120 per test or only $75 with a scheduled home inspection at the same location.
Have Questions?
To get a free quote from our home inspector about your home inspection cost, energy audits or if you have questions or special requests send us an email or give a call or text at (423) 791-1264. If you're ready to book a service, use our convenient on-line scheduler.
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REVIEWS
Very pleasant to work with. Quick response time and very informative.
- Maxine Shelton
It was a pleasure to work with Michael. He is kind, knowledgeable and doesn't miss a thing! I really feel lucky that he performed my home inspection. Highly recommend his services, as he really goes above and beyond!
- Amy Glass
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED I have received many home reports over the years, but we found the report issued by Mr. Ray with Home Check Inspection to be UNIQUE. The report was divided up into three groups: Major/Safety Issues, Recommended Repairs and Maintenance Issues. This helped you prioritize each issue of the house and make a better determination. The report was very thorough and informative. Mr. Ray would answer our questions in detail; he was extremely knowledgeable on every aspect. What really stood out was the walk through. Mr. Ray would point out what was a concern and what was not--which made all the difference.
- Jeff Martin
Without a doubt, the BEST home inspection I’ve ever had done. Michael Ray was friendly, courteous, professional, detailed, and timely. Not only did we receive a thorough report — the photos in it were even better than on the listing — but he walked us through the report over the phone immediately afterwards. Fantastic!!
- Olivia Sullivan
He was punctual. Thorough. Very knowledgeable. And just an all around good guy.
- Rick Ahmad
very thorough. Micheal also spent an hour of his time after the inspection to explain everything he found to me. which made it easy going forward with the purchase of my new home. i would hire him again without a doubt.
- Will willie
Very thorough and observant. It's obvious Michael really cares, and his answers to questions and suggestions are very helpful. Highly responsive to communication. A very good man, and he's my top recommendation for an inspector.
- Jason Girard
Michael is a very nice and professional individual. He is very good at his job. Would only use him.
- Joe Goulakos
I called 8 inspectors and Michael had the best price and immediate availability. The report is detailed and easy to navigate. All questions were answered in a timely manner. Highly recommend.
- Greg Harris
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