Certified Master Inspector (Top 1%)
Detailed Inspections. Honest Answers. No Hidden Partnerships, No Third-Party Ads.
A small, family-owned North Carolina business. We're not the cheapest inspector you'll find — and that's the point.
3,000+ inspections · 24-hour photo-rich reports · Inspecting NC homes since 2017
5.0 Google Reviews
InterNACHI Certified
Types of Inspections
Comprehensive Inspection Services
We offer specialized inspections tailored to your specific needs, whether you're buying, selling, or maintaining your property.
View all servicesA thorough, top-to-bottom inspection of your home covering structure, roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and more — with a detailed, photo-rich report in 24 hours.
Performed after framing but before drywall is installed, this inspection catches structural, plumbing, and electrical issues while they can still be easily corrected.
A final walkthrough of your newly built home before closing to identify builder oversights, cosmetic defects, and code issues while the builder is still on the hook.
Scheduled just before your builder’s 1-year warranty expires, this inspection identifies defects the builder is still responsible for fixing — at no cost to you.
Our Process
Easy & Efficient Steps
We've streamlined every step to make your home inspection quick, easy, and hassle-free.
Book Your Appointment
Reach out by phone or online to schedule your inspection at a convenient time.
Complete Property Assessment
Our experienced inspector evaluates every accessible area of your home, from ground to rooftop.
Get Your Full Report
Receive your detailed inspection report complete with photos and analysis within 24 hours.
Expert Guidance Available
Count on us after your inspection to address questions and explain any findings from your report.
Why Choose Us
Why Families in North Carolina Choose Us
Home inspections aren't a commodity. Our team trains year-round, follows the InterNACHI Standards of Practice, and puts thermal imaging and moisture meters on every single inspection. We'd rather find the uncomfortable problem today than explain to you why we missed it after closing.
InterNACHI Certified Master Inspector
Not the Cheapest — And Proud of It.
"We'd rather lose the job than rush it."
You can find a cheaper inspector in North Carolina. You won't find a more thorough one. We price our work so we can take the time your family's biggest purchase deserves — not run a conveyor belt of 20-minute walkthroughs to hit a daily quota.
Real Results, Real Clients
What North Carolina Families Are Saying
“Dean always goes above and beyond to help my clients understand the issues raised in his report. He is thorough and detailed and so patient with their questions. Reasonably priced, too! You will not be disappointed, just go ahead and schedule with The Inspection Co, you won't regret it.”
“Very thorough and professional! The inspection was detailed, and the report was clear and easy to understand—it really helped us understand what's going on with the house. Quick turnaround and great communication, too. Highly recommend!”
“This is the second house we've used Hometek for and the only inspectors we'd use in the future. Dean is super thorough and honest to work with and takes the time to answer all of your questions. I would highly recommend them.”
Training & Certifications
InterNACHI Certified Credentials
InterNACHI is the world's leading association for training home inspectors. Our team has completed hundreds of hours of training, certifications, and continuing education. A sample of our credentials is below.
A Family Business You'll Actually Talk To
The Inspection Co.
We're a small, family-owned home inspection company based in Central North Carolina. No call centers, no franchises, no handoffs — when you pick up the phone, you get a real person who will be standing in your crawlspace next week.
Founded by Dean Young, a Certified Master Inspector with over 30 years of hands-on construction experience, the company was built on a simple promise: clients come first — not agents, not closing timelines, not volume targets. Every inspection is InterNACHI-certified, thermal-imaged, and delivered as a photo-rich report within 24 hours.
We proudly serve families across Central North Carolina, including The Triangle and the Triad, from first-time homebuyers to luxury and commercial property owners.
Certified Master Inspector
License #4032 | Certified home inspector since 2017, 30+ years in construction
Local NC Family Business
Serving 22 counties across Central North Carolina, including The Triangle and the Triad.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Dean and Vanessa are great people to work with. I have had Dean inspect a couple of times, and I must say I have been very satisfied with his detail-oriented process. Very easy to communicate and follow-through. They are there when you need them. I will gladly use them time and again. Highly recommended!
Deepak K.
The entire team has been so helpful and responsive. Their team came out to the property and was extremely thorough in their inspection, they went over all of the findings and answered any questions we had about what was found before leaving the property. I highly recommend them for your inspections!
Courtney P.
Dean always goes above and beyond to help my clients understand the issues raised in his report. He is thorough and detailed and so patient with their questions. Reasonably priced, too! You will not be disappointed, just go ahead and schedule with The Inspection Co, you won't regret it.
Sharon B.
Vanessa was very friendly and helpful. Dean was also very professional and thorough in his inspections and gave me peace of mind know my new residence's paint and water is lead free. I will definitely use them again and recommend to friends and family.
K B.
The inspectors were professional and knowledgeable. These guys made me and my wife feel comfortable going through the house inspection process. We couldn't ask for a better inspector. Plus Ms.Vanessa was also a great help with being flexible with us.
Willie C.
Very thorough and professional! The inspection was detailed, and the report was clear and easy to understand—it really helped us understand what's going on with the house. Quick turnaround and great communication, too. Highly recommend!
Eunice K.
I felt totally assured that Dean was knowledgeable and had my best interest at heart. His knowledge is fierce and he applies it so eloquently when communicating with Builders. I found Dean often educating us all on specs and codes.
Jamie P.
HomeTek was extremely thorough and helped explain any questions we had. They put us at ease about any concerns we had and helped us to understand how to maintain our new home to prevent any minor issues from becoming problematic.
Seth G.
This is the second house we've used Hometek for and the only inspectors we'd use in the future. Dean is super thorough and honest to work with and takes the time to answer all of your questions. I would highly recommend them.
Jennifer E.
Hometek made our inspection process very smooth for a commercial property we're looking at. They were prompt with communication and took the time to answer any questions we had. Highly recommend their inspection services!
Cruvestors
We had HOMETEK do an inspection on our roof for damage. Dean was very professional, on time and very informative. We received a thorough report with pictures. I would recommend them to anyone needing a home inspection!
Kent H.
I would absolutely recommend The Inspection Co. We are in the process of buying our first home and he provided a great report detailing EVERYTHING. He was also very kind to make sure we don't get overwhelmed.
Tashawna J.
Vanessa and Dean from The Inspection Co are wonderful people who show their integrity and that they care. Very thorough. Efficient. Timely. I mean I could rave on and on! Use the Inspector Co now!
Samantha L.
Hometek provided a fantastic home inspection for me and was very impressed with the level of detailed provided to me. I will be sure to use them for any future inspections I may require.
Tyler G.
I strongly recommend their services. Fast, and reliable. The prior reviews are what made us choose this company and we were NOT disappointed. Thank you HomeTek for a job well done!
Leslie G.
Great service - I needed a water test done in an expedited manner and The Inspection Co made it happen. They were on time, friendly and FAST with the results.
Tara P.
Mr Young is awesome at his job. He takes the time to carefully inspect the job assigned. I'm pleased with his report and plan to use him again in the future!
Robin M.
Would definitely recommend The Inspection Company! They were very detailed in their inspection and was able to complete the inspection in a timely fashion.
Christy M.
I feel my home inspection was very thorough and I was told exactly what needed to be fixed and how also the price for the inspection was very reasonable.
Lisa D.
I found Dean's report extremely thorough and easy to understand. Dean also took the time to speak with me about the report in depth. Thanks very much.
Cg G.
You went over the report. Answered all our questions. Included pictures which helped show the problems and their location.
Judy T.
Every Home Hides Problems.
We find them before you sign — on your side, not the deal's.
FAQs
Your Questions, Answered.
The most common questions we hear from North Carolina homebuyers and sellers.