The Facts Matter Now More Than Ever
My name is Jeff Kurth, owner, and operator of Dean Home Inspection Services. As an inspector, my goal is to illuminate a home’s condition while dispelling any incorrect information you’ve been given by sharing knowledge that is supported by clear visual evidence. My non-invasive home inspections will make previously unknown facts available, identifying strengths and weaknesses in the property’s present condition, that will indicate whether or not the home is currently able to fulfill your needs. For first-time home-buyers especially, these last days before final closing can be incredibly stressful—but by helping you attain a better understanding of what the home will provide, I’ll in turn help you gain peace of mind in your decision.
“I don’t just inspect, I help improve lives.”
types of structures I inspect
I inspect the following types of properties; home, condo, townhouse, PUD, manufactured/mobile, duplex, and small scale apartment complexes.
Serving California’s Central Coast
I’m proud to provide high-quality home inspection services to California’s Central Coast, including San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.
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What I Strive to Do for You
- I go above and beyond to provide my clients with accurate and detailed information about a prospective home’s condition in order to promote a more informed and responsible buying decision
- Because I work only in your interests, I’m committed to full transparency for all of my inspection findings—revealing the facts about the home’s construction so that you can negotiate a purchase with confidence
- Like most industries, home construction is always evolving, and I’m constantly taking strides to maintain and expand upon my knowledge—doing everything I can to continue being an asset to California home-buyers
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A top priority of mine is to be on time and to be respectful of the property being inspected from the minute I enter.
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When you are present at the inspection, it is important that I take the time to explain my findings and answer any questions you may have. I thoroughly enjoy educating my clients about a home’s current condition.
Mold Inspection Services Offered
I use Sporecyte, a lab analysis service that can detect over 90 mold spores and 10+ air particulates. I provide a variety of mold inspection services to meet the specific needs of any property:
Mold Inspection:
For property owners and renters that are concerned about a specific area, a mold inspection focuses on the problem spot. Advanced tools, including an Flir infrared (IR) camera, advanced moisture meter and borescope are used to assess for the presence of mold like substances, moisture intrusion and other anomalies. Testing (sampling) takes place often during a mold inspection. This service includes a full generated report with findings, comments, photos and a PDF Lab Certified Report when testing takes place.
Mold Testing Only:
With this service, individual air and surface samples can be taken of suspected areas of concern and sent to a lab for an accurate analysis and verification. Testing of wall cavity areas, in some cases, is available. Dean Home Inspection Services will email a PDF “Lab Certified Report” containing results-provided by Sporecyte, usually within 36-48 hrs.
Remediation Support and Recommendations
If mold is detected, I can connect you with trusted remediation professionals who can safely and effectively resolve the issue.
Sewer Scoping
Are your sinks and tubs emptying too slowly?
- As a Certified Sewer Scope Inspector, I can use a special camera to scope your sewer line to visualize any blockages that are interfering with your plumbing’s systems proper drainage, as well as help determining the location of any offsets, clogs or damaged line materials.
- Finding and addressing such problems now can head off catastrophic and expensive repairs later. My Sewer Scope Inspection meets special requirements for many California cities, including the city of San Luis Obispo.
- You will receive a full report with digital photos and a link to an online video. Sewer scope inspections can be included with a standard home inspection or as a stand-alone service.
- As a Sewer Scope Inspector, I will be providing you with a non-biased inspection and report that does not include solicitation of any repair work.
Easy-to-Read Inspection Reports in 24-36 Hours
I’ll deliver your inspection report directly to your email address within 24-36 hours of the completed inspection service. The convenient digital format is easy to read and always available to refer to when you need a reminder about any deficiencies discovered. I’ll also include helpful photographs of the home that will make it evident why a particular component was declared to be defective. All of my clients will receive free access to the user-friendly Create Request List™ (CRL)™ feature by HomeGauge.
The Create Request List™ (CRL)™
- The CRL™ saves you the trouble of writing out improvements that you’d like to be made on the home by allowing you to create a digital project and repair request list directly from the inspection report
- For any defective item I find, you can choose between the following requests: repair, replacement, or reimbursement
- When your real estate agent hands over the standard repair addendum to the seller of the home, your personalized request list can be attached
I’m enrolled in an Errors & Omissions/General Liability insurance policy in order to protect you from certain costs associated with major issues that may have been not readily accessible or concealed during the home inspection.