A Personal Memo from Me to You…
This is Steve, and I want to thank you for choosing Bulldog Professional Inspection Services for your next home inspection.
I’ve been working hard since 2003 to provide the entire Kansas City area with world-class home inspection services that go beyond what other home inspectors deliver and what most homebuyers expect.
Because I personally inspect every home and real estate investor home inspections.
This way, you’ll never get a mediocre home inspection performed by an amateur, apprentice, or part-time employee who barely knows his way around a house and has to call his boss when he finds something he’s never seen before – or worse, just guesses and hopes he’s right.
I’m way past that.
I’ve personally uncovered millions of defects in more than 15,000 homes of all types, ages, sizes, and conditions in the Kansas City area.
Naturally, I’ve also made my share of mistakes, but I’ve learned from each one.
The most important lesson I’ve learned? Do it right the FIRST time.
In fact, I am the only home inspector in Kansas City who will:
- Never try to inspect a home that isn’t ready.
- Stop the inspection if you change your mind halfway through without charging you a fee.
- Change the scope of the inspection if there’s a better way to get you what you need.
And you’ll always be in the loop BEFORE anything changes.
The truth is, I operate this way because I’m not motivated by money.
Instead, I know that when you take care of people, they take care of you – and I’ve been putting my money where my mouth is for years.
This is how we became NOT JUST one of Kansas City’s best home inspectors. In 2019, we also became one of its best small businesses.
So, when it comes to professional home inspectors and home inspection services in the Kansas City area – whether you’re a local homebuyer or a real estate investor abroad – you can relax knowing you’re in good hands.
Our Pricing
Our Home Inspection Prices & Packages
Simple, upfront pricing with flexible inspection options to fit your needs.
Full Home Inspection + Termite
GREAT
$445*
*under 1499 ft2
2000-item 100% full home inspection
Termite Inspection included
ID tags on major shutoff valves
In-depth discussion of 5 major areas
Same-day report
Digital photos and summary pages
Free 2025 Home Remodeling Cost Estimates Guide flipbook ($14 value)
Free 2025 Building Materials Lifespan Guide flipbook ($17 value)
Free Home Maintenance for Dummies – 2nd Ed. flipbook ($17 value)
Full Home Inspection + Termite + Radon
BETTER
$570*
*under 1499 ft2
2000-item 100% full home inspection
Termite Inspection included
+ 48-hour Electronic Radon Test
ID tags on major shutoff valves
In-depth discussion of 5 major areas
Same-day report
Digital photos and summary pages
Free 2025 Home Remodeling Cost Estimates Guide flipbook ($14 value)
Free 2025 Building Materials Lifespan Guide flipbook ($17 value)
Free Home Maintenance for Dummies – 2nd Ed. flipbook ($17 value)
Full Home Inspection + Termite + Sewer
EVEN BETTER
$665*
*under 1499 ft2
2000-item 100% full home inspection
Termite Inspection included
+ Professional Sewer Scope Inspection
ID tags on major shutoff valves
In-depth discussion of 5 major areas
Same-day report
Digital photos and summary pages
Free 2025 Home Remodeling Cost Estimates Guide flipbook ($14 value)
Free 2025 Building Materials Lifespan Guide flipbook ($17 value)
Free Home Maintenance for Dummies – 2nd Ed. flipbook ($17 value)
Full Home Inspection + Termite + Radon + Sewer
BEST
$790*
*under 1499 ft2
2000-item 100% full home inspection
Termite Inspection included
+ 48-hour Electronic Radon Test
ID tags on major shutoff valves
In-depth discussion of 5 major areas
Same-day report
Digital photos and summary pages
Free 2025 Home Remodeling Cost Estimates Guide flipbook ($14 value)
Free 2025 Building Materials Lifespan Guide flipbook ($17 value)
Free Home Maintenance for Dummies – 2nd Ed. flipbook ($17 value)
5-point Major Items Only Home Inspection
VERY GOOD
$395*
*any size
Major Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical areas
Foundation, Plumbing, Roof, Electrical, and HVAC Systems ONLY
Termite Inspection NOT Included
In-depth discussion at the end
Same-day report
Digital photos and summary pages
Free 2025 Home Remodeling Cost Estimates Guide flipbook ($14 value)
Free 2025 Building Materials Lifespan Guide flipbook ($17 value)
Free Home Maintenance for Dummies – 2nd Ed. flipbook ($17 value)
Other Possible Home Inspection Costs
Other Possible House Inspection Costs
We believe in straightforward pricing. Unlike many inspection companies, we do not charge extra for things like older homes, crawlspaces, walking the roof, or simply attending the inspection.
However, a few specific factors can affect the final cost of our services. Here’s exactly what they are, and how they work.
Square Footage Adjustments
Base Price:
Our full home inspection is $445 up to 1,499 sq. ft., and this price includes a state-certified termite inspection, something most companies charge extra for.
For larger homes:
1,500–1,999 sq. ft. → +$25
2,000–2,499 sq. ft. → +$40
2,500–2,899 sq. ft. → +$50
2,900–3,499 sq. ft. → +$60
Pricing Example:
A 2,700 sq. ft. home: $445+ $50 = $495
NOT $445+$25+$40+$50 = $560
For homes over 3,499 sq. ft., please call or schedule online for an exact quote.
Re-Inspection + $365
If you’d like us to return after repairs are completed, we’ll re-inspect the specific items the seller agreed to fix. This service includes a follow-up report and photos documenting the repairs.
Driving Distance
Our standard pricing applies within a 50-minute driving radius from our location (measured by time, not miles).
Beyond 50 minutes:
50–74 minutes → +$86
75 minutes or more → +$125
Example:
If your property is 60 minutes away, add $86 to the inspection price.
Trip Charge (When a Home Is Not Ready)
We understand that things don’t always go as planned, especially with vacant properties.
First trip when a home isn’t ready → No charge
Second trip if the home is still not ready → $300 trip charge
This helps cover the cost of reserving inspection time that could not be used for another client.
Pre-Listing Buyer Walkthrough
Optional Add-On: +$250
As part of our pre-listing inspection program, we offer a buyer walkthrough service. We return to the home to review the inspection report with potential buyers, explain findings, and answer questions—helping reduce the chance they hire a separate inspector.
Other Home Inspection Services
Specialized Inspections for Long-Term Protection
In addition to full home inspections, we offer specialized services designed to help homeowners protect their investment, prevent costly repairs, and stay ahead of hidden issues.
Home Maintenance Inspections
As homes age, routine maintenance becomes more important, but knowing where to start isn’t always easy.
Our Home Maintenance Inspections focus on identifying maintenance and energy-related issues that can impact efficiency, comfort, and long-term performance. We help you spot problem areas early, so you can address them before they turn into expensive repairs.
This inspection is ideal for homeowners who want to stop wasting energy and money through worn-out systems, gaps, and overlooked maintenance items.
11th Month Builder’s Warranty Inspections
The first year in a new home can fly by, and many issues develop quietly behind the scenes.
Our 11th Month Builder’s Warranty Inspection is designed to help you identify defects before your 12-month warranty expires. Using our MaxInspect™ process, we thoroughly examine everything we can see, touch, and test, giving you a detailed list of repair items to submit to your builder.
This service helps ensure problems like cracks, bulges, settling, or system issues are addressed while the builder is still responsible, so there are no surprises or regrets later.
More Of Our Services
SHUT-OFF TAGS
Did you know your home has important valves and switches that every homeowner NEEDS to know about?
There aren’t many, but knowing where they are and what they do can make the difference between relief and disaster in an emergency.
That’s why our services include colorful tags for all your major shutoff valves.
This includes:
– Furnace maintenance switch
– Gas shutoff valves
– Water heater shutoff valve
– Water main valve
This way you can spot them quickly when it matters.
We’ll even show you where they are so there’s no confusion after you move in.
BUILDFAX PROPERTY HISTORY REPORT
The most comprehensive property history report on the market.
Buildfax performs a nationwide search with over 8 billion data points on more than 80 million U.S. commercial and residential structures that cover:
Details on all building permits pulled for the home
Construction history in 8,500+ cities, counties, and townships
Remodels, new construction, pools, demolition, and roofs
All the trades — mechanical, electrical, plumbing
Including names of contractors that performed the work
Compares your home to others in the neighborhood
Lists nearby properties that have had updates performed
Neighborhood construction trends
Click to view a sample report (opens in a new window)
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve answered the most common questions to help you feel informed and confident throughout the inspection process.
The average full 2000-item full home inspection takes 2.5-3 hours.
A major-items home inspection takes about an hour.
Your home inspection report will always be ready the same day and gets delivered after payment is made.
The answer depends on what you want and need.
‣ Full MaxInspect™ 2000-item inspection: This is for anyone who wants to know all the details of all items in and around the home. This is what most people think of when they picture a home inspection.
‣ 5-point major-items home inspection: This is for anyone who is ONLY interested in the bones. It overlooks basic areas and focuses exclusively on:
We accept:
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Check
- Money order
- Cash
Yes, of course.
A successful home inspection depends on your level of understanding not will not only increase your level of understanding, it will reduce help you make better decisions later.
Yes. I encourage you to do whatever makes you feel comfortable.
But keep in mind that distractions (including loud nearby conversations) will interfere with concentration and thus diminish the quality of the very service you’re investing in me to provide.
Yes.
- Bring your questions.
- Send your home inspector any key information or special requests BEFORE your home inspection.
- Know your budget and expectations for the home.
- Keep your emotions in check. It’s still too soon to be attached.
- Try to attend. There’s nothing better than hearing and seeing the outcome firsthand.
- Hold your questions until the end and don’t distract your home inspector while he’s working. You’re free to follow and observe, but questions and loud conversations within earshot are distracting.
All your questions will get answered when it’s over.
