Inspection Services

See the home more clearly before the questions get expensive.

Visible conditions. Clearer priorities. Useful next steps.

Inspector examining a home exterior condition during a professional inspection

What happens after you schedule

A clear inspection path reduces guesswork.

  1. Request

    Share the property context and inspection need.

  2. Inspect

    Visible and accessible systems are reviewed within inspection scope.

  3. Report

    Findings, photos, and notes are organized for review.

  4. Explain

    HomeIQ helps clarify what matters and what follow-up may be useful.

Which inspection do I need?

Answer a few questions to find an inspection path.

Pricing calculator

Get an estimate. Confirm before scheduling.

See a starting estimate based on property details. HomeIQ will confirm the final scope and price before an appointment is set.

St. Louis home inspection questions

Clear answers before you request an inspection.

HomeIQ StL LLC serves homebuyers and homeowners in the St. Louis area. These details help you decide whether to request an inspection and what to ask when you email us.

Where does HomeIQ provide inspections?

The listed standard service area includes St. Louis, St. Charles, Chesterfield, Ballwin, O’Fallon, Maryland Heights, and Creve Coeur, Missouri. Email us to confirm a property location, especially if it is outside these cities.

What does a home inspection cover?

The inspector reviews visible and accessible conditions within the agreed scope, including exterior, interior, structure, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC observations. The inspection report records findings and photos; HomeIQ helps explain priorities and useful follow-up questions.

How do I request an inspection?

Email smartmovs1@gmail.com with the property location, type of inspection, and preferred timeframe. HomeIQ will confirm scope, availability, and final price before an appointment is set.

Can I add radon testing?

Yes. Selecting radon testing adds $150 to the online estimate. The calculator is a starting estimate, and HomeIQ confirms the final scope and price with you.

Published starting prices by square footage

  • Up to 1,000 sq ft$389
  • 1,001–1,999 sq ft$420
  • 2,000–2,500 sq ft$460
  • 2,501–3,000 sq ft$480
  • 3,001–3,500 sq ft$500
  • 3,501–4,000 sq ft$540
  • 4,001–4,499 sq ft$600
  • 4,500–5,000 sq ft$660

Condo adjustment: subtract $75. Homes 70 years or older: add $75. Radon testing: add $150. Properties over 5,000 sq ft, multi-unit properties, and commercial properties require a custom quote. Final pricing depends on confirmed property details and scope.

What inspectors evaluate

Visible systems, condition clues, and practical context.

Exterior

Roof, siding, drainage

Interior

Rooms, structure, moisture clues

Systems

Electrical, plumbing, HVAC

Report Understanding

The report remains the authority. Explanation makes it usable.

HomeIQ clarifies meaning and attention level without replacing the report or creating a separate inspection opinion.

  • Findings and photos organized for review
  • Clear explanation of items that may need attention
  • Questions to consider for follow-up
Inspector reviewing findings and next steps with homeowners

Inspection preparation

Reduce day-of-inspection friction.

FAQ

Common inspection questions.

Q System

Findings organized by attention, not alarm.

Q Alert mark

Q Alert

Elevated attention

Material concern that deserves prompt understanding.

Q Check mark

Q Check

Monitor or verify

Condition to watch, clarify, or evaluate further.

Q Tip mark

Q Tip

Practical guidance

Maintenance and prevention context for homeowners.

Inspection boundary

Inspections cover visible and accessible conditions within the agreed scope. They do not include destructive testing, code enforcement, financial advice, transaction advice, or a guarantee that every defect will be found.

Next Step

Ready to understand the home in front of you?

Tell us about the property and the inspection you need. We can review the details and discuss the next step.

Request Inspection