Trusted Home Inspections in Kingsport, Johnson City, and Surrounding Areas
Detailed, unbiased inspections by KC Bartley – Code Certified Master Inspector® with 28+ years of hands-on experience. Protect your investment today.
Residential Home Inspections • Commercial Property Inspections • EIFS/ASV/Stucco Inspections • Pre-Drywall Inspections • Expert Witness Testimony • Visual Mold Assessments and Related Testing • Radon Testing • NADRA Deck Inspections • HUD Permanent Foundation Certifications
With 28+ years of experience, I inspect your potential NE TN home thoroughly to ensure it is safe enough for my family. My detailed home inspection report will allow you to make an educated decision for one of the biggest financial purchases of your life.
✅ A Different Kind of Home Inspector - One Who Works for You
Why Choose Professional Home Inspections LLC
Thorough Home Inspections - Detailed Report
As a Code Certified Master Inspector®, I am dedicated to delivering the most comprehensive and meticulous home inspections available in the Kingsport, Johnson City, and Greeneville, TN areas. Each day, my goal is to surpass expectations and provide an unmatched level of service.
When it comes to evaluating the thoroughness of a home inspector, there is no better yardstick than the quality of their home inspection report. In this regard, I consider myself fortunate to have developed a highly acclaimed Home Inspection Report Template. The KC Bartley Inspection Template is a highly trusted and widely adopted tool, utilized by over 550 home inspection companies across 48 states. This remarkable template plays a crucial role in approximately 120,000 real estate transactions each year. To delve deeper into its features and benefits, visit www.inspectortemplate.com.
I strongly encourage you to conduct research and examine the reports of other home inspectors for comparison purposes. By doing so, you can gauge the level of thoroughness each inspector offers. I encourage you to hire the most thorough and knowledgeable home inspector you can find – even if that’s not me.
View my inspection reports here: Sample Report
Nothing makes me feel better than to know that a client was happy with the report I produced for them.
SETTING A NEW STANDARD IN HOME INSPECTIONS
At Professional Home Inspections LLC, I’m proud to deliver a level of inspection service that is more thorough, detailed, and informative than ever before.
While the traditional real estate process can sometimes prioritize speed over thoroughness, I remain fully committed to protecting my clients’ best interests through detailed, unbiased inspections.
Today’s homebuyers are more informed and technologically savvy than ever, and the home inspection industry is evolving alongside them.
At Professional Home Inspections, I’m proud to be leading that evolution — utilizing the latest tools, techniques, and technologies to provide the in-depth information my clients need to make confident decisions.
Rather than following outdated industry norms, I embrace innovation, continuous learning, and the latest advancements, always striving to deliver even greater value for the families I serve.
At Professional Home Inspections LLC, offering more isn’t just a strategy, it’s a commitment.
Every inspection is performed with the same purpose: to protect and empower my clients, one home at a time.
I report on MORE and have the experience, knowledge, toolset, and tech to do so, striving to adapt the newest assets as they become available in the business.
Even More Reasons To Choose Professional Home Inspections LLC
5-Star Rated Home Inspector
Over 550+ 5-star reviews on Google.
I'm Proud to be one of the Highest Rated Home Inspection Companies in the State of Tennessee (based on Google and Facebook reviews). Read what others have said about my services here: Google Reviews
Home Inspection Cost: Excellent Value for Your Money
My fees for Home Inspections are based on the value that I provide. While my fees are competitive, I'm one of the higher priced Home Inspection Companies in the area and believe my Inspection Report and Online Reviews speak as to why. Not everyone needs or even wants the detailed and comprehensive style of Home Inspection that I provide, and for those who are searching for the cheapest price, I will not be your company.
Ethics, Integrity, & Morals - Unbiased
Most likely you found this website from a Google Search or a friend or family member's recommendation, as the majority of Realtor's do not refer my company to their clients, as they feel I produce too long of a home inspection report and provide too much information. I exceed the minimum reporting requirements mandated by the State of TN whenever and wherever possible to give you as much information about the home that I can.
Technology Improves Home Inspections
I utilize the newest and best technology and tools to provide YOU with as much information as possible about your potential new home. Such as an Infrared camera, Laser Level, Crawl space rover (for hard to access areas), Aerial drone (for steep roofs that can't be walked), moisture meters, circuit analyzers, combustion gas meters, CO sensors, clamp meters, 360 cameras, etc.
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Always Striving to Serve You Better
A note from KC Bartley, Your Kingsport and Johnson City Home Inspector and Owner of Professional Home Inspections LLC
A note from KC Bartley, Your Kingsport and Johnson City Home Inspector and Owner of Professional Home Inspections LLC
Qualifications/Certifications:
Certified Master Inspector®
HITA Board Certified Master Inspector
5 Star Customer Approved
IAC2 Certified Mold Inspector
EDI Certified Level 2 Inspector
- Code Certified Master Inspector® certified by InterNACHI - Certification #14080415
- SME - Subject Matter Expert for the NHIE (National Home Inspector's Exam) Required for Licensure in 35 States
- EDI Level I Certification - EIFS Inspector/Moisture Analyst/QC Cert.# TN-59
- EDI Level II Certification - Building Envelope Inspector - Advanced Adhered Stone Veneer Inspector
- NADRA Certified Inspector Certification #267407
- Highest rated Single Operator-Home Inspection Company in the State of TN (based on Google reviews) and one of the highest in the State including multi-inspector firms
- CRT - Certified Residential Thermographer CRT# 202201280015
- Permanent Foundation Certified Field Technician - HUD Compliance Certifications
- 27+ years of experience in the home inspection and construction industries
- Prior East Tennessee Director of The Home Inspectors of Tennessee Association (HITA)
- Completed over 2,900 Home Inspections in the last several years
- IAC2 Certified Radon and Mold Inspector Cert.# IAC2-03-6863
- Tennessee State Licensed Home Inspector - #1244
- Thermal Imaging included on All Home Inspections
- Aerial Drone technology available for roofs that cannot be safely walked
- Crawl Space Rover technology available for hard to reach areas under your potential home
- Radon Testing is available as an additional service utilizing the newest, most sophisticated monitors on the market
- Certified as an Owens Corning/InterNACHI Certified Roof Data Technician
- Owned a remodeling company that installed over 10,000 windows, over 5,000 doors, along with hundreds of room additions and decks, Siding Installations, roofing, electrical, finish carpentry, etc.
- With every home inspection I offer a $25,000 Honor Guarantee that is backed by InterNACHI
- Spent over 10 years repairing incorrectly installed projects on behalf of Lowe's Companies corporate office
- Installed windows and doors for ABC's television show "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" on behalf of Lowe's Companies and Pella Corp.
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Grounded in Faith, Guided by Purpose
It’s not my intention for this website, or my work, to come across as boastful.
The Lord is the true source of my work ethic, my passion, and my knowledge.
I take pride in the high calling of my daily work – not as a reflection of myself, but as a reflection of His grace.
“For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill His good purpose.”
– Philippians 2:13
At Professional Home Inspections LLC, every inspection is performed with gratitude, humility, and a desire to serve others well — because I believe that how we work matters, and who we work for matters even more.
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Why Choose Professional Home Inspections LLC
Experience You Can Trust
Over 28 years in construction and inspections, delivering unmatched knowledge and insight into every home.
Client-First Commitment
I work for you - not for Realtors, providing truly independent and detailed inspections so you can make confident decisions.
Master-Level Certifications
Led by KC Bartley, a Code Certified Master Inspector® with over 28 years of hands-on construction and inspection expertise.
Clear, Same-Day Reporting
Receive your full, easy-to-read inspection report the same day — complete with photos, clear explanations, and actionable insights.
As the highest-rated home inspector in Kingsport and Johnson City, I’ve earned my reputation by delivering thorough, honest, and unbiased inspections – no shortcuts, no fluff, just the facts. With over 28 years of hands-on experience in construction, remodeling, and home inspection, I approach every property with the same care I would for my own family.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, preparing for a builder’s warranty inspection, or evaluating a rental property, you’ll receive a clear, detailed report the same day—filled with photos, explanations, and straight-to-the-point recommendations.
Every inspection I conduct follows a refined system developed through inspecting more than 3,000 structures. I don’t rush, skip steps, or rely on generic checklists. From the crawl space to the attic, I dig deep so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
If you’re looking for a home inspector who works for you, not the real estate agent, you’ve come to the right place.