Home Inspections in Greensboro, NC
Greensboro
Guilford County
Greensboro is the largest city in Guilford County and one of the busiest housing markets in the Piedmont Triad. I inspect homes across the city for buyers, sellers and real estate professionals, and the drive from my base in Lexington is a straightforward one.
Every inspection is done by me, Drew Cline: a licensed and insured home inspector with 8 years in the business. You get a full inspection of the roofing, exterior, structure, electrical, heating, cooling, insulation and ventilation, plumbing and interiors, and a detailed report with photos, typically within 24 to 48 hours. That turnaround matters in Greensboro, where due diligence periods can be short.
Greensboro homes, from early 1900s to new builds
Greensboro has a wide range of housing in one city. Older neighborhoods close to downtown, such as Fisher Park and Irving Park, have homes from the early 1900s onward. Much of the city grew after World War II, with streets of brick ranches and split-levels, and newer subdivisions keep spreading out toward the edges of the county.
Each era has its own weak spots. Older homes often have electrical and plumbing that have been updated in stages, original windows and long-lived roofs. Mid-century brick ranches usually sit over crawl spaces that need a close look for moisture and wood damage. Newer homes have younger systems, but grading, roof installation and attic ventilation still vary from builder to builder.
What I watch for in Greensboro
Crawl space moisture
Crawl spaces are common under Greensboro homes, and Piedmont clay holds water. I check for standing water, damp insulation, wood rot and the vapor barrier, and use thermal imaging where it helps.
Drainage and grading
Gutters, downspouts and the slope of the yard decide whether rain moves away from the foundation or toward it.
Electrical updates over the years
Older homes have often had circuits added and panels changed. I look at whether the work fits together safely.
Roofs and attics
Roof covering condition, flashing, and attic insulation and ventilation, which affect both the roof and the comfort of the house.
Radon
Radon is worth considering anywhere in this area, and the only way to know a home’s level is to test it.
Inspections for Greensboro homes
Pre-Purchase Home Inspections
The full roof-to-foundation inspection for Greensboro buyers.
Radon Testing
A 48-hour test, handled in the same visit as your home inspection.
New Construction Inspections
For new builds in Guilford County subdivisions, before closing or before the first-year warranty ends.
Seller’s Inspections
For Greensboro sellers who want to know what a buyer’s inspector will find.
Greensboro inspection questions
Do you inspect homes in Greensboro?
Yes. Greensboro, High Point and the rest of Guilford County are part of my regular service area. Call or text (336) 403-7074, or book online.
Do you inspect new construction in Greensboro?
Yes. A pre-closing inspection is the most common point, while the builder still has an obligation, and an eleventh-month review before the first-year warranty expires is the other.
Can radon testing be done at the same time?
Yes. The 48-hour test can be handled in the same visit as your home inspection, so the result arrives while you still have time to act on it.
Can I come to the inspection?
Yes. You are welcome to walk the home with me, and I will point out what I find as I go.