Home Inspection Prices in Southeast Michigan

How much does a Home Inspection cost?

Home inspections in Southeast Michigan start at $405. Most single-family homes fall between $405 and $650, depending on square footage, the age of the home, foundation type and property type. Larger or older homes cost a little more because they take more time to inspect thoroughly. Below you’ll find pricing by home size, exactly what’s included, and answers to the questions buyers ask most.

 
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Home Inspection Prices by Square Footage

Approximate pricing for standard single-family homes. Request an exact quote for condos, multi-unit, and commercial properties.

Home SizeApprox. Inspection TimeStarting Fee
Up to 1,500 sq ft~2 hours$405
1,500 – 2,500 sq ft~2–2.5 hours$460
2,500 – 3,500 sq ft~2.5–3 hours$520
3,500 – 4,500 sq ft~3.5–4 hours$560
4,500+ sq ft4+ hoursCustom quote

Older homes (pre-1970) and homes with crawlspaces, finished basements, multiple systems, or difficult roof access may carry a small additional fee for the extra inspection time required.

Add-On Services & Pricing

Radon Testing

$205
with a home inspection
Includes radon result report. Standalone testing available at a higher rate.

Sewer Scope

$235
with a home inspection
Video + photos of any issues and a digital report. $355 standalone.

Air Mold Testing

$395
with a home inspection
Recommended for homes with visible moisture, musty odors, or past water damage.

Pool Inspection

$255
with a home inspection
Evaluates the pool structure, equipment, safety features, and visible defects.

WDO VA Inspection

$135
with a home inspection
Checks for termites and other wood-destroying organisms, with a detailed VA report.

Thermal Imaging

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Detects hidden moisture, insulation gaps, and electrical hot spots.

What's Included in Your Home Inspection Fee

Every standard home inspection covers a top-to-bottom evaluation of the home’s major systems and components:

  • Structure – Foundation, framing, and visible structural components
  • Roof – Covering, flashing, gutters, and visible penetrations
  • Attic – Insulation, ventilation, and visible framing
  • Electrical – Panel, wiring, outlets, and safety devices
  • Plumbing – Supply lines, drains, water heater, and fixtures
  • Heating & Cooling – Furnace, AC, and distribution

You also get a same-day review with your inspector at the end of the visit and a detailed report with photos, emailed the next day as a digital document with a download link.

Why the Home Inspection Fee Is the Least Important Question

Cost is usually the first question buyers ask — but it tells you the least about the quality of the inspection. Five factors actually drive the price:

  1. Home Size & Square Footage – Larger homes take more time and detail.
  2. Age of the Home – Older homes have more systems, upgrades, and risks to evaluate.
  3. Property Type – Single-family, condos, townhomes, and multi-unit properties differ in scope.
  4. Foundation Type – Crawlspaces, Finished/Unfinished basements
  5. Accessibility – Crawlspaces, attics, roof access, and basements affect inspection time.
  6. Level of Detail – A thorough inspection with clear photos, explanations, and guidance adds real value.


The true value of an inspection is in what it protects you from. If the inspection turns up little wrong, you’ve bought inexpensive peace of mind. If it finds serious problems, your inspection fee could save you thousands of dollars before you close. A home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make — a InterNACHI certified professional inspection helps you understand exactly what you’re buying.

Home Inspection Service Areas

Located in Troy Michigan, we inspect homes and commercial buildings in the following counties:

Please call us even if you are outside the area. We will make an effort to accommodate you, and your house inspection needs.

Curious What a Real Inspection Report Looks Like?

Take a look at a real sample report before you book — clear, photo-backed, and easy to read.

How a Total House Inspection Works

1 Schedule online or call. Pick a time that works — most inspections are booked within 48 hours. Tell us about any concerns up front.
2 Inspection day – Plan for 2.5 to 4 hours on-site. You’re welcome to attend the whole inspection (we encourage it) or join us at the end for a walkthrough of major findings.
3 Same-day walkthrough – Before we leave, your inspector walks you through what we found, what matters, and what doesn’t. No surprises in the report.
4 24-hour digital report – You get a thorough, photo-rich PDF report within 24 hours — readable on your phone, easy to share with your agent, contractor, or family.
5 Free HomeBinder – Your inspection report flows into a free HomeBinder account so you have ongoing maintenance reminders, warranty tracking, and home records in one place.
6 Repair addendum support – Need to send a repair request? Your agent can build the addendum quickly using our report — and if they’re a partner, RepairPricer estimates are included free.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Home inspections start at $405. Most single-family homes fall between $405 and $600, depending on square footage, age, and property type. Larger or older homes cost more because they take more time to inspect thoroughly.

Your fee covers a full inspection of the home's structure, roof, attic, electrical, plumbing, and heating/cooling systems, a same-day review with your inspector, and a detailed photo report emailed the next day as a PDF.

Radon testing is $205 when added to a home inspection. Standalone radon testing is available at a higher rate.

A sewer scope inspection is $235 when bundled with a home inspection, or $355 as a standalone service. It includes video, photos of any issues, and a digital report.

Plan for about 1.2 hours per 1,000 square feet. A 2,500 sq ft home takes roughly 3 hours. Your report is emailed the next day so the inspector can fully review every photo and finding.

Five factors drive price: home size, age, property type, accessibility (crawlspaces, attics, roof), and depth of the inspection. Bigger, older, or harder-to-access homes take longer to inspect.

Price alone doesn't reflect quality. A thorough inspection that catches a major issue can save you thousands, while a cheap, rushed one can miss costly problems. Focus on the inspector's certification, reviews, and report quality.

Reports with photos are emailed the next day as a Digital document and download link, giving your inspector time to review all findings carefully.

Total House Inspection serves Southeast Michigan, including Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, and Washtenaw counties and surrounding communities such as Troy, Ferndale, and Ann Arbor.