Best Home Inspection Services in Los Angeles

Once you get an accepted offer and open escrow (yes, we celebrate 🥂), one of your first steps is scheduling a home inspection. Think of it as your “get to know this house” appointment. Their job is to find everything wrong with the house (and you want them to), so that you know exactly what you are buying. However, a good inspector helps you understand what is normal, what is fixable, and what needs attention.

Here’s the tricky part: Google isn’t always your best friend here. Some inspectors look great online but aren’t the most thorough, and others over-dramatize and cause unnecessary stress.

The secret? Go with referrals from people you trust.

The best home inspectors usually come through:

• Your real estate agent (we see who is thorough, calm, and fair)

• Friends or neighbors who've recently bought a home

• Local homeowner groups

As part of Sotheby’s Los Angeles, I work with a vetted list of inspectors who explain things clearly and stay balanced.

Pro tips when choosing an inspector:

• Ask to see a sample report

• Make sure they walk you through findings in person or on a call

• Look for someone who educates instead of alarms

Inspections aren’t about perfection, they’re about understanding the home you’re falling for. With the right guidance, an inspection report will be empowering instead of intimidating.