A Home Inspection That
Buys You Peace of Mind
Reports delivered same day, guaranteed!
A Home Inspection That
Buys You Peace of Mind
Reports delivered same day, guaranteed!
More Than Just an Inspection
With every inspection, we follow a strict code of ethics and standards of practice.
Thorough, Readable Reports
Our reports include clear annotations, clean layout, and same-day delivery, so you can make educated decisions quickly.
Excellent Value
A home is a massive investment. We offer fair pricing for premium inspection services.
Serving the Flint Hills of Northeast Kansas
Our inspectors frequently service clients in Manhattan, Junction City, Wamego, Topeka, Abilene, and surrounding areas of the Flint Hills.
The Home Inspection Process
Step One
We invite you to walk along with us while we conduct a thorough inspection of your property.
Step Two
After compiling our notes, we will send you & your agent a detailed report explaining what we found.
Step Three
We provide follow-up support to ensure you are fully equipped for the next steps in your process.
See What Our Clients Are Saying!
- Hannah Albrecht4/08/2024 - GoogleCarl did a great job with our home inspection, the report was very easy to... read moreCarl did a great job with our home inspection, the report was very easy to read, it even included videos. We especially liked that he sent the report as soon as the inspection was complete. Highly recommend! read less
- The Woods3/25/2024 - GoogleSafeGuard Inspections was amazing! Carl did a thorough inspection on a home our family wanted... read moreSafeGuard Inspections was amazing! Carl did a thorough inspection on a home our family wanted to purchase and saved us from purchasing a money pit! When he was done with his inspection, he walked me around the home and discussed the deficiencies with me, so that I had a proper understanding of each one. Carl then sent over a full report for me to review. The report was easy to review, there were pictures and videos attached with explanations for each. I would highly recommend SafeGuard inspections for your home inspection needs. read lessHarold Parr3/25/2024 - GoogleCarl did a complete inspection, very comprehensive. In a timely manner he provided me with... read moreCarl did a complete inspection, very comprehensive. In a timely manner he provided me with a detailed report with recommendations for repairs and service providers. Extremely satisfied. read lessKris Larsen3/25/2024 - GoogleCarl was extremely efficient, thorough and professional, while being personable in explaining his findings and... read moreCarl was extremely efficient, thorough and professional, while being personable in explaining his findings and addressing our concerns. I hope to work with him in the future. read less
- Alan Rizza3/10/2024 - GoogleCarl did a fantastic job for us and helped us understand a lot of the... read moreCarl did a fantastic job for us and helped us understand a lot of the finer details about what he found in his report. As first time home buyers we had a lot to be try to figure out all at once. Carl helped tremendously by being in person to explain what he found, and then later having sources included in his report to go along with the data to help understand it. His reports also came helpfully along with specific recommendations for specialists to help with each spot needing work. Which helped a lot that I didn't need to try to find an expert in something I just learned existed through his detailed reports. read lessLinda LeBlanc3/10/2024 - GoogleCarl from SafeGuard did our inspection and radon testing on our new home. He did... read moreCarl from SafeGuard did our inspection and radon testing on our new home. He did a exceptional job and was very through and explained everything that he did. With us being out of state we were able to Facetime with Carl and go over the results. We would highly recommend Carl and SafeGuard to anyone looking for a home inspector. Thank you Carl Linda and Paul read less
- Jae Mason3/03/2024 - GoogleMy husband and I went through SafeGuard Inspection for buying a house for the first... read moreMy husband and I went through SafeGuard Inspection for buying a house for the first time. Carl responded to my texts quickly to answer all my questions I had for buying a house first time and what to expect from inspection. He was timely mannered and quick about the inspection and very thorough with the reports. We would most definitely go through SafeGuard for next time we need. Thank you so much! read lessJasmine Ramos3/03/2024 - GoogleWe had Carl Mayer do our inspection and he was absolutely fantastic. He was very... read moreWe had Carl Mayer do our inspection and he was absolutely fantastic. He was very professional, had a color coding system to allow us to better understand the severity of certain issues, he also took the time to go through everything and explain issues in a way that we would understand them. He was very descriptive and had images for better understanding. 10/10 recommend Carl for your inspections. read less
- Mike Guidice2/17/2024 - GoogleSuper informative, a very quick turn around for inspection results, great communication and the results... read moreSuper informative, a very quick turn around for inspection results, great communication and the results were awesome. Highly recommend to friends, family and neighbors. read lessashlynn kleinbeck2/14/2024 - GoogleVery kind and informative. As first time home buyers, they made the experience a lot... read moreVery kind and informative. As first time home buyers, they made the experience a lot less scary and walked my family and I through everything in a very professional and easy to understand way. Would highly recommend. read lessTitan Steele2/13/2024 - GoogleCarl was very respectful, quick to add me to his schedule with no hassle, and... read moreCarl was very respectful, quick to add me to his schedule with no hassle, and charged a fair price. His inspection was very thorough and I received my report very soon after the work was complete. Highly recommend! read less
Frequently Asked Questions
Buying or selling a home can be a stressful experience, but we’re here to ensure you know what to expect during your home inspection. Call, text, or email us if you have any questions!
A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 2-3 hours.
Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clear some space around your home’s perimeter. Your inspector will check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electrical, gas, and plumbing components, so please make sure utilities are turned on. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home, and all pets are properly contained or moved.
A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough audit of your home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.
While you can legally skip a home inspection in many cases, doing so could mean you may end up buying a home that has major issues that need to be fixed.
While a home inspector may recommend some minor repairs, they are not qualified to make major repairs. He or she can provide information about what needs to be repaired — and it might be helpful to know that information — but the decision to actually do the work lies solely with the homeowner. Not only does this give you the freedom to choose your contractors, but it also helps prevent a conflict of interest.
A home inspection can affect appraisals for two reasons: 1) The inspector may find something wrong with the property that would lower the value of the home and 2) the inspector may find things that need repair which could increase the value of the home. If the inspection finds issues that require repairs, then the seller has to decide whether they want to fix them themselves or hire someone else to do it. If the buyer wants to purchase the home, he/she must be willing to pay for those repairs.
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