Business Details
Trusted Home Inspections in Portland, OR
Crawford Inspections has been serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas as Oregon's oldest home inspection company for over 25 years. Our team of career-minded professionals brings extensive experience from the home inspection and building trades, ensuring comprehensive evaluations of residential properties. We specialize in home inspections, radon testing, and sewer scope inspections, providing clients with detailed reports that include clear terminology and photographic documentation. Our inspectors possess diverse expertise in construction, remodeling, and system diagnostics, having performed thousands of inspections across the region.We maintain high standards through personalized service, avoiding generic templates in favor of property-specific analysis. With a focus on education and transparency, we offer free continuing education resources and sample reports to help clients understand potential home defects. Our reputation as a trusted, locally-owned business is built on decades of consistent service quality and technical expertise.
Services
Home Inspection
Radon Testing
Sewer Scope Inspection
Crawl Space Inspection
Electrical Inspection
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of experience as Oregon's oldest home inspection company
- Our inspectors have extensive construction and building trades backgrounds
- We provide detailed, property-specific reports with photographic documentation
- We offer free continuing education resources about home inspection standards
- Our team includes specialists with 1,500-5,000+ individual inspection experiences
What people say
Excellent job
Thorough and informative
Knowledgeable and professional
Clear communication
Consistent great results
Services
Home Inspection
Our comprehensive home inspections evaluate all major systems including structure, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Inspectors document findings with photographs and clear terminology, focusing on property-specific issues rather than generic templates. Reports help buyers understand maintenance needs and potential repair costs.
Radon Testing
We conduct professional radon testing to measure harmful gas levels in residential properties. Testing follows current safety standards and provides critical information about indoor air quality, helping protect future occupants from potential health risks associated with radon exposure.
Sewer Scope Inspection
Using advanced video technology, we inspect sewer lines for blockages, cracks, or root intrusion. This non-invasive procedure identifies potential drainage issues and helps prevent expensive repairs by detecting problems early in the home buying process.
Crawl Space Inspection
Our specialists evaluate crawl spaces for moisture issues, ventilation problems, and structural concerns. The inspection identifies potential wood-destroying organisms and assesses foundation integrity, providing crucial information about a home's structural health and maintenance requirements.
Electrical Inspection
We thoroughly examine electrical systems including panels, wiring, and outlets. Inspectors identify safety hazards, outdated components, and code violations while explaining findings in clear terms that help clients understand electrical system condition and necessary upgrades.
People
Drake Wimberly
Owner
Performs home inspections with 1,500+ completed in Portland Metro Area since 2018. Former foundation repair specialist with expertise in earthquake retrofit systems and crawl space solutions.
Matt Fellman
Former Owner
Licensed inspector with 20+ years experience and 5,000+ completed inspections. Now operates inspection company in Maui while continuing to serve Oregon clients during mainland visits.
Brad Isaac
Home Inspector
Salem native with 10+ years Oregon inspection experience. Combines construction expertise with calm demeanor to help clients understand home maintenance needs and system operations.
Thomas Speight
Home Inspector
Joined team in 2023 after Portland remodeling career. Brings practical knowledge of both older homes and modern construction standards while providing client-focused inspection experiences.
Questions
What does your home inspection cover?
We inspect all major systems including structure, exterior, roof, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and interior components. Our evaluation includes attics, crawl spaces, and wood-destroying organism checks.
How long does a home inspection take?
Typical inspections take 2-3 hours depending on property size and complexity. We thoroughly examine all accessible areas while explaining findings directly to clients during the process.
Do you provide inspection reports?
Yes, we deliver detailed reports with photographs and clear terminology. Each report is written by the inspecting professional and focuses specifically on the property's unique conditions.
Do you offer radon and sewer inspections?
Yes, we include radon testing and video sewer scope inspections as part of our comprehensive service package. These specialized tests help identify hidden environmental and drainage issues.
Why choose Crawford Inspections?
With 25+ years experience, we offer unmatched local expertise through career inspectors who combine construction knowledge with thorough, transparent evaluation methods.
