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GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS

Home inspection

About us

To reach us directly, call/text 513-573-0272 or email guardinspect@gmail.com. Guardian Inspections was established as a family owned business in April, 2002. Our inspectors have performed over 16,000 inspections and are fully licensed and insured by the state of Ohio. We abide by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and Exterior Design Institute guidelines. In addition to performing thousands of home inspections, Guardian inspections has also established itself as the most sought after EIFS Inspector in the Cincinnati area. We always keep current on industry changes and new building technology and products. Moisture Warranty Corporation also relies on Guardian inspections to conduct their EIFS inspections before they will issue a MoistureFree Warranty. Today Guardian Inspections is a full-service inspection company. If you are in need of an inspection, just one call to the office will take care of everything. You will have all of your reports by the evening of your inspection. If you are working closely with a real estate agent, we will be happy to copy them on all reports and consult with both you and your agent. It is always a busy time when you are buying a new home. Guardian Inspections makes it their goal to make your inspection process as simple as possible for you! After the inspection, we will be available as further consultants to you for as long as you wish.

Business highlights

22 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

WHOLE-HOUSE INSPECTIONS, EIFS (SYNTHETIC STUCCO) INSPECTIONS, FINAL WALK-THROUGH INSPECTIONS FOR NEW HOMES, BUILDER WARRANTY DEADLINE INSPECTIONS, PRE-LISTING INSPECTION FOR SELLERS, COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND MULTI-FAMILY INSPECTIONS, TERMITE INSPECTIONS, MOLD TESTING, RADON TESTING, THERMAL IMAGING, SEWER SCOPES

Services we don't offer

SEPTIC TANK INSPECTIONS, swimming pool inspections, roof only inspections, pest control treatment, radon remediation, mold remediation

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.0223 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
99%
4
0%
3
1%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 201-223 of 223 reviews

Gregory W.
08/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
very thorough and professional
Description of Work: Prepurchase home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

James M.
05/2017
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
he was great
Description of Work: home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Anthony M.
04/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They conducted a pre drywall inspection with me and were very thorough. Looking forward to working with Brian on our final inspection for our new construction.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Adam H.
02/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: Full house inspection along with mold testing and termite inspection. Everything went as smooth as possible. I will only recommend Brian and his team for home inspections. Above and beyond and everything described in detail to me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Joseph M.
02/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I have an EIFS home and Brian did a thorough/efficient job checking for damage. Would highly recommend him for an EIFS home to monitor for water intrusion. Very knowledgeable in this are!!!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Jonathon N.
03/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Brian did a full house inspection on a new home that we are having built 3 days before our pre-settlement walk through. He was very courteous, professional and very detail oriented. He found a few things that we would have not found without his service. We would highly recommend him for anyone looking to have a home inspected.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Matthew W.
01/2015
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: The service included full-home, radon and termite inspections. Brian (from Guardian) was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. He answered every one of our questions we had during the inspection as well as ones we didn't even think of. His report was very detailed, and I would highly recommend him to anyone else in the area needing an inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$535

Thomas H.
10/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Corey W.
10/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Brian was incredible. He explained everything he was doing and was more than happy to answer all of our questions, which there were a lot.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$630

Pamela L.
07/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Home inspection for buyer. Very thorough and informative. The report was nicely presented and included many pictures.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Philip E J.
06/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The inspection report was provided the same day as the inspection took place. I found it to be thorough and extremely helpful in evaluating my home purchase.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

andrew M.
07/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We had Brian come out and do an inspection on our potential new home. He was able to come early and was very meticulous taking the time to look at all areas and explaining everything to us. I can't say enough about how professional he and his company are. It is rate to find businesses like this anymore!!
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

JON O.
06/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Brian was early to the inspection. He made it a point of first sitting down with me to explain what he was going to do and encouraged me to follow along with him. Brian was very thorough. Brian opened every window, flushed every toilet and checked all the outlets. He showed me things to pay attention to and explained how things worked. He also went up into the attic through a smallish hole in the hallway. I am very satisfied with his work and work ethic. I will be recommending him!
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Robert L.
12/2012
5.0
Outstanding!
Description of Work: After two bouts with serious health issues that could have been mold related this company responded promptly, explained service and findings in depth and eased our minds quickly.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Christopher H.
10/2011
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
See above
Description of Work: Whole home inspection, radon test and termite inspection. Brian called a few hours before my appointment, asking if I minded if he came early. By the time I arrived at the home, Brian and Richie were all set up and had started doing an inspection on the outside of the house. Brian stopped to catch me up and to explain how they document their work and write the reports. He then continued on the whole home inspection. Both Brian and Richie were very thorough and professional. They explained everything in detail, and stopped several times to allow me to ask questions or to look at something specific I had noticed. Following the inspection, I received all my reports the same evening and got recommendations on companies to remedy some of the issues that were noted. All in all, they were very professional and I would definitely use them again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$535

WILLIAM S.
02/2010
5.0
home inspection, tablepads
  + 0 more
GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS performed the inspection is a short notice and in conditions where they had to overcome a snow storm and travel advisories. It was done with true professionalism and thoroughness and a complete report was turned around in less than day which was require to meet our time constraints.
Description of Work: Performed a whole house inspection, radon testing and termite inspection for a potential house purchase.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Michael B.
11/2009
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Inspection was very thorough and report was in an excellent visual format. Brian was very knowledgeable and had insight into various aspects of the house. Termite inspection was performed by a third party and did what they were supposed to do. Price was slightly higher than that of other companies but I felt the professionalism was worth the extra cost and I would use this vendor again.
Description of Work: Whole House Inspection , Termite Inspection, Radon Testing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$485

KATHY M.
10/2009
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They were very responsive. I explained that I wasn't moving or selling the house but that I needed it for my own knowledge and he understood the purpose for it. His reports are extremely thorough and he does a summary at the end which says what things I should absolutely fix and what things would be nice to fix. He called out two things that were fire hazards. He was extremely knowledgeable and told me what he could and couldn't look at. When I asked him a couple of questions, he went back and looked at those things more closely. He had a digital camera, so the report actually includes pictures pointing out what the issues are.
Description of Work: Guardian Inspections did a whole house inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Timothy V.
03/2008
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Brian T. Kirchmer handled the inspection. He was there a right on time (actually a few minutes early). Brian was friendly and very, very thorough and took time to explain and offer advice. We wished we would have had Brian inspect the last house we purchased. His report included photographs with arrows indicating areas for attention. He crawled the entire attic and went up on a ladder as the roof allowed. For example he checked every door, window (by opening every one he found one that was painted shut) cabinet, outlet, etc. His experience in construction helped us to understand what was very good about the house and the probably reasons for some areas needing attention. A great guy and a terrific service.
Description of Work: Home inspection and radon testing for a house under contract.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$675

Patterson H.
07/2007
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Brian did a great job! His report was very thorough and he spent time with us walking us through each issue. He even gave us an ballpark estimate to the cost of repair (since it was a bank owned home). I would highly recommend Brian.
Description of Work: Brian came out to inspect a house that we were considering purchasing. He did a whole house inspection and mold testing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

KATHY P.
02/2007
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
We are having a home built by a local builder. We hired Brian to perform an independent inspection prior to insulation and drywall. Brian discovered several items which needed the builder's attention. In addition many minor problems, he found a code violation with regard to how the brick sills were installed. We gave the report to our builder (who initially wasn't too happy to receive the report.) However, our builder quickly agreed that Brian's report was accurate and all items on Brian's report have been addressed by our builder! For the one item which was a code violation, if we hadn't caught that one until after the house had closed, it could have cost us tens of thousands of dollars to bring the house up to code if we were to try to resell the house at some point in the future.
Description of Work: Performed pre-drywall special inspection on home we are having built.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

BILL T.
10/2006
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The first inspection showed over $20,000 worth of work that was not visible to the average buyer. This helped us avoid a very costly mistake. The second inspection showed that the second home (which we bought) was in great shape and we were making a good investment. Brian was great to work with, provided an excellent report and explained everything thoroughly.
Description of Work: Performed home inspections on two homes we were considering to buy.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$900

ANNIE G.
08/2006
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They were just excellent! Mr. Kirchner was incredibly thorough. He came back out to do more inspections, and was incredible. His written reports were full of different color ink telling us how important things were. He took photos of problem areas. We were very impressed.
Description of Work: They did a home inspection for us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Contact information

Mason Montgomery Road, Mason, OH 45040

http://www.guardian-inspection.com

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
OHI.2019005850
Trade License Locale
Ohio
Trade License Authority
Ohio: Real Estate
Trade License Expiration
10/11/2022
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Home inspection

FAQ

GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 10:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS offers free project estimates.
No, GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS does not offer a senior discount.
No, GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS does not offer emergency services.
No, GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS does not offer warranties.
GUARDIAN INSPECTIONS offers the following services: WHOLE-HOUSE INSPECTIONS, EIFS (SYNTHETIC STUCCO) INSPECTIONS, FINAL WALK-THROUGH INSPECTIONS FOR NEW HOMES, BUILDER WARRANTY DEADLINE INSPECTIONS, PRE-LISTING INSPECTION FOR SELLERS, COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND MULTI-FAMILY INSPECTIONS, TERMITE INSPECTIONS, MOLD TESTING, RADON TESTING, THERMAL IMAGING, SEWER SCOPES
SEPTIC TANK INSPECTIONS, swimming pool inspections, roof only inspections, pest control treatment, radon remediation, mold remediation

Contact information

Mason Montgomery Road, Mason, OH 45040

http://www.guardian-inspection.com

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM