Our Story

And 5 Things You
Should Know Before
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"NOT knowing much about houses actually made me better"

That was way back in 2003 and it’s only because I was a blank slate. I’d just moved back to Kansas City after working in finance so most of the jargon was foreign to me.

I struggled for a few years, but I also saw why there was so much misunderstanding after the inspection.

So I used my free time during the 2008 downturn to reinvent my business and begin explaining things in a way my mom would understand.

This was also when I realized the 4 things homebuyers and real estate agents value most:

Responsive service
Plain language
A thorough inspection
Same-day report

Since then, these 4 principles have not only helped us become one of the highest-rated⁽¹⁾ home inspection companies in Kansas City, they’ve also helped us become one of its best small businesses.

And the reason is simple…

We Focus On Home Inspections.

We don’t do mold testing.

We don’t do asbestos testing.

We don’t do lead-based paint, sewer scopes, stucco, septic, or even chimney scopes (we’ll help you order these services from the best shops in town).

Instead, we concentrate our considerable experience and resources on the only thing that matters – finding, prioritizing, and making sure you understand all the issues in and around your home.

And I’ve performed over 12,000 inspections since 2003 (and counting).

So while the other guys dabble in other things, we commit our years of laser-focused attention into the areas of your home they overlook to uncover the details they miss.

STEVE’S THOROUGHNESS WAS AMAZING…THE MOST PROFESSIONAL INSPECTION PROCESS I HAVE EVER BEEN THROUGH!

– R. JOHANNES, OVERLAND PARK, KS.

THIS INSPECTOR NEEDS A BIG “S” ON HIS SHIRT…AND A CAPE…GREAT THOROUGH INSPECTION MR. RODRIGUEZ

– K. HOWARD, OVERLAND PARK, KS.

Here's What You Get:

And it starts the moment you call.

1. You are the most important person at your home inspection so we will work around your schedule, answer all your questions, and address all of your concerns.

2. A polished home inspection that works with you by combining your own input with our award-winning 100% MaxInspect™ Home Inspection System to shape a remarkably custom experience that will make your next move (and any future maintenance) crystal clear.

3. A digital report delivered to you the same day so you can move fast and never miss a deadline. It’s intuitive, detailed, clear, full of enhanced photos, and written using our very own 5Key™ Comment Method that uncovers more details than other reports while still keeping it easy-to-understand.

4. Free support for as long as you own your home so you’ll never feel lost or confused.

Consider us your own personal home ownership advisor.

IT MAKES ME VERY COMFORTABLE KNOWING THAT I CAN CONTACT YOU IN THE FUTURE WITH ANY QUESTIONS I HAVE

– S. SILVERS, KANSAS CITY, MO

Would You Dare Turn Down $3,500? ⁽²⁾

Of course not. But you might if you chose another inspection company.

You see, in the hundreds of follow-up discussions we’ve had over the years, we’ve found that you can expect an average of $3,500 (sometimes upwards of $40,000) in repairs, concessions, and price reduction after your home inspection.⁽²⁾

That’s an average return of 786%.⁽³⁾

What could you do with that?

Bathroom remodel?

Family vacation?

Paint the house?

New refrigerator?

New washer and dryer?

Well, Here Are Just A Few Recent Customers Who Saw This Kind Of Return (and more):

Mark S. from Shawnee got a 15-year-old roof completely removed and replaced with a brand new $9,000 40-year roof because hail damage caused water leaks above his living room and dining room ceilings (damage that was missed by a previous home inspector because he didn’t even walk on the roof).

Steven G. from Lee’s Summit got $6,500 worth of foundation and basement repairs completed before he even moved in, which stopped the water that was leaking through the foundation and creating deadly mold behind the drywall – mold he didn’t even know was there.

Scott T. is a real estate investor from Colorado who got over $3,100 in plumbing drains professionally replaced in his rental property when it was discovered that his drain lines were cracked and he had a major tree root problem lurking in his front yard.

Oh, then there’s Brandon H. from Liberty who had $4,300 worth of electrical work done before he even closed on the home that included new electrical service and new main panel because the old service was unsafe and the original panel was not only recalled by the manufacturer, but also full of deadly homemade wiring just waiting for the right time to arc, spark, and catch fire.

You get the picture.

NICE JOB STEVE–YOU SAVED ME THOUSANDS IN COSTLY BASEMENT REPAIRS. YOUR PROFESSIONALISM AND THOROUGHNESS REALLY MADE AN IMPACT

– M. WANG, OVERLAND PARK, KS.

Here's Exactly What To Expect:

1) Our goal is to help you thoroughly understand the condition of your new home.

Not tell you to buy it.

Or not to buy it.

Those are your decisions.

We just want to make sure you understand the inspection findings clearly and completely before you leave.

2) We’ll answer all your questions and address any concerns.

Try to show up, get involved, and ask questions.

This is an opportunity to learn from the only person qualified to help you understand your home inside and out.

3) You’ll get your report the same day.

The clock’s ticking.

And we know you’ve got important decisions to make – fast – so you’ll never have to wait for your home inspection report.

4) You’ll get a quick follow-up call the next day.

Your report contains alot of information.

And sometimes you’ll have a question or two after you read it.

So instead of waiting for you to call us, we’ll call you.

Just to make sure you got the report and still have no questions.

5) Finally, we’ll help you with any problems or questions for as long as you own the home.

YOU MADE THINGS EASY TO UNDERSTAND FOR SOMEONE WHO DOESN’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT HOME REPAIRS.

– S. MURRAY, KANSAS CITY, MO.

THE 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE WE WORK TOGETHER

The home inspection is not always the most intuitive or straightforward part of the home buying process.

So it’s not unusual for a little mystery and confusion to creep in as you’re shopping around.

This can lead to questions like…

Why are all the prices different?
What should I expect?
What happens if something gets missed?

These are important so let’s clear the smoke…

#1 - I CANNOT SEE THROUGH WALLS

Sometimes customers expect me to have x-ray vision.

I get it.

I’d want that, too. Especially if I were you.

Because it’s the things we can’t see that scare us.

In fact, if I could choose a superpower, X-ray vision would be my second choice.

Talk about cornering the market.

No one else would stand a chance.

Unfortunately, it’s just not possible.

Fortunately, our 12,000+ inspections have sharpened our senses to the point where we can spot inconsistencies and hidden issues like an eagle spots a field mouse.

Plus, all of our home inspections are guaranteed.

#2 – I’M NOT THE CHEAPEST HOME INSPECTOR IN TOWN

Why?

1) Because home inspections are NOT created equal.

Since 2003, we’ve inspected over 12,000 homes and invested tens of thousands of hours improving our service while also creating methods that help us avoid common problems.

We don’t have to do this. We do it because it makes our lives easier to give you better service.

This is the reason we’re better this year than we were last year.

Or the year before. Or the year before that.

But we’re not just experienced or obsessed with improvement.

2) We’re different from other home inspection companies.

And not just different for the sake of being different.

For example, when other home inspection companies inspect little more 400 total items in and around the home, our MaxInspect™ System not only checks 1800-items – 100% of the items we can hear, see, touch, and smell – it also integrates our Gravity Flow™ Process to find and understand the full scope of each defect.

And because it’s not enough to just be thorough, we also check certain items in the proper order so the mystery glitches are flushed out and reported; giving you maximum leverage during negotiations and a crystal clear picture of what you’re buying.

3) We explain the results in a way my mom would understand (love you, mom!).

I’m talking about a 67-year old hippie who saw the Rolling Stones play at the Altamont Speedway in 1969.

That’s why we developed a 5Key™ Comment Method that digs deeper into each defect by answering the 4 key questions EVERY report MUST ask in order to:

1. Fully reveal its cause and extent of damage

2. Answer your most burning questions

This gives you all the information you need when you need it in a way that’s easy to understand.

There are not many home inspectors who have the experience or skill to do this.

And no one else goes to these lengths because it’s just too much trouble.

But we do because time is precious.

So no matter who sees your report – whether it’s your family, friends, real estate agent, loan officer, insurance agent, lawyer, repair person or just yourself in 4 or 5 years, you’ll never question what happened or where it is.

4) Our service

We’re not only standing by during the day, we know alot of your home buying homework happens after hours.

That’s why we’re open when you are.

And whether you need to book a late-night last-minute appointment or just have a simple question, we’re here to help.

Many times long after most people go to bed.

So we may not be the cheapest, but we’re also not the most expensive.

And when you consider there’s a good chance you’ll get back more than you invest, you’ll realize we’re actually a bargain.

#3 – I’M NOT PSYCHIC (UNFORTUNATELY)

I can’t predict the future.

And as much as I want to, it’s not possible (this superpower would be my first choice).

I’ll never be able to tell you if something will break, leak, or crack within the next hour let alone the next week, month, or year.

I wish I could, but I can’t.

No one can.

I can only see what’s happening now and look for past problems to help avoid future issues.

Some folks don’t like this – or won’t accept it – but, they must – just like you.

Thankfully, it’s not all doom and gloom.

Because we take your home inspection very seriously.

So if something pops up or falls through the cracks after you move in we’ll work with you to find a solution.

#4 – I’M NOT PERFECT

But this should come as no surprise to you because nobody is.

Shoot, pro baseball players make millions and only get it right 25% of the time.

Sometimes I’m running behind and sometimes things do get overlooked, information gets misunderstood, and people get upset.

It doesn’t happen often anymore, but it’s still a possibility.

And I’m not embarrassed to say I’ve messed up plenty in my career:

In fact,

“What do you get when you cross a new home inspector with a garage door opener and a 12-pack of soda?”

It was messy. In fact, I never saw that Realtor^® again.

But those are the kind of mistakes you suffer through to get good at something.

Bottom line…I do not take them lightly (I wouldn’t still be in business if I did).

And that’s why I have insurance, warranties, and guarantees.

So if something goes wrong later you can relax knowing we’ll work toward a real, fair solution.

If it’s something I missed I’ll take responsibility and make it right.

The only perfect home inspector is one who’s never actually inspected a house and you don’t want to be on the receiving end of that deal.

It’s nothing personal (which brings up my last point).

THIS IS MY SECOND TIME USING STEVE. I WILL CONTINUE TO USE HIM. HE IS PROFESSIONAL, HELPFUL, VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE, AND A “MUST HAVE” WHEN MAKING A HOME PURCHASE.

– B. THOMPSON, BLUE SPRINGS, MO.

#5 – FINALLY, IF YOU FIND A PROBLEM AFTER YOUR INSPECTION PLEASE DON’T TAKE IT PERSONALLY

Regardless of what some people think, we care about you and your home.

But home inspections are more of an art than science.

It’s a combination of finesse, skill, experience, commitment, talent, and training.

And no matter how gifted the inspector, how thorough the inspection, or how hard he tries, something will inevitably go wrong.

I hate to say that but when the timeline is long enough, it will happen.

Nobody’s perfect and no one can predict the future, remember?

Besides, a house is already immensely complex, hiding most of its important parts inside walls, under floors, above ceilings, and behind the insulation.

Not to mention all the furniture, appliances, TVs, clothes, boxes, and shelves (which we can’t move, by the way) that get in the way of everything else we want to see, touch, smell, and feel.

This all creates some pretty big obstacles, but an experienced home inspector develops an intuition that allows him to find most of these hidden problems, anyway.

But as I said before…it’s impossible for a home inspector to find everything or know when something might break, crack or leak.

So if something goes wrong after your home inspection, don’t forget that your home inspector is only human and did the best he could.

Just contact him and try to work out a reasonable solution to get the issue resolved.

STILL HERE? GOOD. HERE’S MY CHALLENGE TO YOU:

Trust your gut and call us at 816-564-3081 to schedule your home inspection.

We will answer your call or respond to your message.

You have nothing to lose.

You get a simple money-back guarantee (If you show up and get involved, but don’t feel it’s worth your time or money you don’t pay us – period).

So all the risk is on me (that’s no misprint).

Pretty simple, right?

Go ahead and make the call…I know you’ll be thrilled.

President/Certified Master Inspector^®Bulldog Professional Inspection Services
⁽¹⁾According to 2015-2021 Google Reviews.
⁽²⁾This is not a promise or guarantee. Results always vary.
⁽³⁾Based on our current home inspection pricing.

3 Simple Steps To Get The Certainty You Want

1 SCHEDULE

You can contact us day or night. We’ll handle everything from getting into the home to coordinating the sewer and radon services. But don’t dawdle because being good means we get busy.

2 Inspect

Our MaxInspect™ System checks your home 3 different ways to give you the most insight and most protection from problems after you move in. There’s nothing else like it in Kansas City.

3 DECIDE

We’ll talk you through the findings when it’s over then give you a report later the same day that’s been carefully designed to be easy for YOU to understand and use during negotiations.

Very Special Offer For KC Area Homebuyers

80% Of All Deal-Killing Defects Are Located In Just 5 Areas

These are called the ‘bones’

And our easy-to-use field guide shows you exactly what to check so you know right away if the home has good bones or it’s just a money pit in disguise.

Get It Now Because If It’s Got Good Bones, It’s A Good House

Our Home Inspection Packages

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Bronze Package

Our industry-leading MaxInspect™ Inspection System
Free state certified termite inspection
Professional computerized report with digital photos and summary pages
Tags hung on all major shut-off valves
Monthly maintenance tips
Volume discount available for real estate investors

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Silver Package

Our industry-leading MaxInspect™ Inspection System
Free state certified termite inspection
Professional computerized report with digital photos and summary pages
Tags hung on all major shut-off valves
Monthly maintenance tips
Volume discount available for real estate investors
+computerized, tamper-proof 48-hour radon test
-or-
100% guaranteed sewer scope inspection

BEST

gOLD Package

Our industry-leading MaxInspect™ Inspection System
Free state certified termite inspection
Professional computerized report with digital photos and summary pages
Tags hung on all major shut-off valves
Monthly e-newsletter with custom maintenance tips
+computerized, tamper-proof 48-hour radon test
-and-
100% guaranteed sewer scope inspection