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Buying a home in Warren means making a major investment — and knowing the condition of the property before you close can make a huge difference.
Whether you’re considering a classic brick ranch, an older home in South Warren, a mid-century property near the city’s established residential neighborhoods, or a recently renovated house, Total House Inspection provides professional home inspections in Warren, MI designed to give buyers, sellers and real estate agents clear answers.
Our InterNACHI-certified inspectors evaluate the home’s major systems, explain what they find and provide a detailed, photo-rich report so you can make your next decision with confidence.
Warren has a distinctive housing stock. The city’s Master Plan identifies the 1960s as Warren’s peak period of residential construction, while another city housing analysis found that approximately 78% of owner-occupied housing units in its dataset were constructed between 1950 and 1979. Warren also reports that roughly three-quarters of its housing stock consists of detached single-family homes.
That means many Warren buyers aren’t evaluating brand-new construction. They’re buying homes that may have been maintained, remodeled and upgraded several times over decades.
Our inspectors pay particular attention to issues commonly associated with older and mid-century Southeast Michigan homes, including:
Warren also operates a lead-hazard program specifically for qualifying properties constructed before 1978, another reminder of how important a home’s age can be when evaluating older properties.
Every Total House Inspection in Genesee County follows the InterNACHI Standards of Practice and covers the visible and accessible components of the home. Your inspector will evaluate:
We inspect the roof covering, flashing, gutters, visible structure, exterior walls, siding, windows, doors, grading, drainage, foundation, porches, decks, driveways, walkways and accessible attached or detached garages.
Inside the home, we evaluate accessible electrical components, plumbing, heating and cooling systems, water heater, attic, insulation, ventilation, walls, ceilings, floors, windows, doors and other visible components included within the inspection’s scope.
We’re not simply checking boxes. Our goal is to help you understand what is happening, how important it is and what you may need to do next.
A standard home inspection tells you a great deal about a property, but some conditions require additional testing.
Buying a home involves enough uncertainty. Your inspection report shouldn’t create more of it. With Total House Inspection, Warren buyers and real estate professionals receive:
The most common inspection. Conducted during your purchase contract’s inspection contingency period, this comprehensive evaluation gives you the leverage you need to negotiate repairs, request credits, or — if necessary — walk away. Average inspection time: 2.5 to 4 hours, depending on home size.
If your new Warren home is approaching the end of its builder warranty, an 11-month warranty inspection can help identify concerns while you may still have an opportunity to submit them to your builder.
Selling your Warren home? A pre-listing inspection identifies issues before your buyer’s inspector does. You control the narrative, fix what matters, disclose with confidence, and reduce the chance of last-minute renegotiation that derails the sale.
If you’re building or buying new construction in or near Warren, we recommend a pre-drywall inspection to catch framing, electrical rough-in, and plumbing issues while they’re still easy to fix — and a final walk-through inspection before closing.
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.
Total House Inspection is a Southeast Michigan home inspection company headquartered in Troy, MI. We serve buyers, sellers, real estate agents, and investors across Oakland, Genesee, Macomb, Wayne, and Washtenaw counties — including every city in Genesee County.
Our team of InterNACHI-certified inspectors brings construction experience, building science training, and a relentless focus on clear communication to every property we evaluate. We’ve built our business on a simple promise: deliver the kind of inspection we’d want for our own family.
“Confidence Starts with a Solid Home Inspection”
Take a look at a real sample report before you book — clear, photo-backed, and easy to read.
The cost of a home inspection in Warren depends on factors such as the home's size, age and the additional services requested. Sewer scope, radon and mold testing can usually be added to a standard inspection. Contact Total House Inspection or use the online scheduling system for pricing based on your property.
Most residential home inspections take approximately 2.5 to 4 hours, depending on the home's size, age, accessibility and condition. Older or larger homes may require additional inspection time.
A professional Warren home inspection evaluates visible and accessible components including the roof, exterior, foundation, basement, electrical system, plumbing, heating and cooling equipment, attic, insulation, ventilation and interior components.
Because much of Warren's housing was built during the mid-20th century, inspectors may encounter aging electrical or plumbing components, older mechanical equipment, basement moisture, drainage problems, roof deterioration and renovations completed after the home was originally constructed. The actual condition varies significantly from property to property. Warren's city housing data confirms that a large share of its housing stock dates from 1950–1979.
A sewer scope is worth considering, particularly for older properties or homes with mature trees. A sewer camera can identify visible problems inside the home's lateral sewer line that cannot be evaluated during a standard home inspection.
Yes. Michigan EGLE says all homes should be tested because radon levels can vary significantly from one property to another. Macomb County also encourages residents to test their homes for radon.
Yes. Renovation does not necessarily mean every major system has been replaced or properly installed. An inspection can help determine which components appear newer, which are older and whether visible defects or safety concerns are present.
Total House Inspection provides InterNACHI-certified home inspections throughout Warren and Macomb County. The company is headquartered in Troy and serves homebuyers, sellers, homeowners, investors and real estate professionals throughout Southeast Michigan.
