Home Inspection Blog Posts for Homeowners and Homebuyers in Kingsport, Johnson City, and Greeneville, TN

During the process of buying a house recently, we chose KC Bartley to do the home inspection. The first thing that impressed me was his website. Besides offering a wealth of information about inspections, it was very easy to navigate and I was able to give him all the info he needed plus set up the appointment. Very soon I received a phone call from KC to confirm the appointment and discuss even more details. During the inspection I was amazed at his knowledge, thoroughness, and enthusiasm. He explained what he was seeing and what could be done to correct any problems. He also pointed out issues that were not of immediate concern, but that we should include in our home maintenance program. Even weeks after our inspection, he has continued to be a valuable resource as we seek his advice and recommendations. If you value high standards and excellent service you should definitely choose KC for your home inspection.

Was very quick and did a very good and thorough job inspecting my home, would highly recommend his services.

We had KC do our pre-drywall inspection, and we couldn’t be more impressed. He was incredibly thorough, professional, and clearly very experienced. What stood out most was not just his attention to detail, but also the great working relationship he has with the builders — it made the entire process smooth and collaborative. He took the time to explain everything to us and delivered the full report the same day, which was detailed, clear, and easy to understand. We feel so much more confident moving forward with our new home thanks to KC. Highly recommend him to anyone needing a quality home inspection!

We are first time home buyers and KC came highly recommended. He was wonderful and made sure to explain all the things that he was seeing and what it should look like. His reports are also very easy to read and understand. He is extremely through and provides explanations and pictures for everything that he put in the report. Highly recommend for first time buyers!

KC was great! So professional and thorough, he explained everything to us and answered all our questions. I would highly recommend using KC.

KC was extremely professional and very thorough in his inspection. He took the time to explain his findings and his report was delivered quickly with excellent detail. I highly recommend KC for your home inspection needs.

KC Bartley is extremely knowledgeable and prompt. Best inspector we have ever received services from. The inspection report was amazingly detailed and easy to understand.

KC was great. He was very thorough and took the time to explain things to me in way that I could understand. His report is very clear and concise with good referrals sources to help with your needs. He is top notch!

KC's home inspection was amazing! It included an 86-page full report with pictures, a 35-page summary, and a follow up phone conversation for further clarification. For home buyers, he's your man!

On time and very thorough and professional

Very complete and detailed inspection with great follow up. Well beyond my expectations! Great job!

KC has performed several inspections for us in the past 5 years. Always professional, always thorough, always honest. Extremely pleased with our most recent inspection. KC walked us through details of the inspection and answered questions along the way. I would recommend Professional Home Inspections to any home buyer or resident looking to putting your mind at rest for a safe and well operating home.

Felt like I knew every inch of my new home before I was even in it.

KC is awesome! He has a really great vibe and knows his craft well.

KC is wonderful. He went out of his way to help us in our process. Highly recommend. Knowledgable and cares about the interests of the purchaser

KC has now inspected two different properties for my family. He is more thorough than you could possibly ask for and helps you know exactly what you’re walking into with a property! HIGHLY recommend to anyone and everyone!

I was extremely pleased with the services of KC Bartley at Professional Home Inspections LLC. He was extremely thorough and kept in close contact with me. He discovered within the first hour of inspection that the house had extensive foundation issues, as well as plumbing and electrical problems. He called me right away to offer me the option to discontinue the inspection, which I did. He then refunded me a large portion of my advance payment. It was definitely worth what I paid to learn that the house, which looked great on the surface, would have given me nothing but headaches had I purchased it. Thank you, KC Bartley!

KC came highly recommended and did not disappoint. He was punctual and extremely professional. He took his job serious and showed years worth of knowledge and experience as he personally walked us through the property being inspected. His inspection was detailed and thorough. Thank you again KC.

Our home inspection was for an estate and it could not have gone more smoothly. Knowing the inspection was for an older home we felt we needed to do this for our protection as well as the buyers. KC Bartley was very professional, friendly and extremely kind. He explained every issue he found and made us feel at ease regarding repairs that needed to be made. KC was very thorough and his report was very easy for us to read and understand. 5 STAR Inspection!

Very knowledgeable and professional. KC did an exceptional job. I would highly recommend.

I could not be more happy that KC Bartley did my home inspection, radon tes and cost repair estimator. It was more than worth every penny. His report was timely, thorough and extremely informative. Because of his expertise I passed on buying a house. Repairs would have cost $35,000 or more if I had purchased. I will definitely use him again as I continue my search for a house.

Totally satisfied with the inspection. Inspector has the working knowledge to do the job and do it well. Details of the inspection explained in terms that is understandable. Priorities were communicated which is greatly appreciated. You cannot go wrong with this service. You can be sure you are getting a full & complete inspection done.

KC was great! Would absolutely recommend him to family and friends. When I had questions after the inspection, he returned my call immediately. He explains things thoroughly and answers question in detail. Thanks KC!

I highly recommend Professional Home Inspections. KC was extremely thorough and gave great, detailed descriptions in his report. He also included information on the WHY of certain things. We really appreciated these things about his inspection service. Hire this man if you want it done right!

KC returned my call in a timely manner so that I could inquire about a home inspection. As a first time home buyer, I was unsure of what to expect. KC walked me through the entire process. I was able to be present for the home inspection. He was extremely thorough as he checked the home. At the end of the inspection, he gave me a brief overview on what he would report on, and he also pointed out things at the home that he would address. I was extremely pleased with the amount of detail and kindness shown by KC. The detailed report was sent to me that same afternoon with ways to fix any problems! I appreciate the way he conducted himself and his honesty when inspecting the house. I hope to never move again...but if I do, I'll use KC again for his thorough and professional expertise!

KC was very professional and knowledgeable. Because of his thorough investigation of a property I was considering buying I was able to avoid costly repairs and did not buy the home. I would highly recommend his services.

KC was very professional, knowledgeable, detailed, and communicated all issues and potential issues to us. Highly recommend Professional Home Inspections LLC for a home inspection.

KC is the the best home inspector I've ever worked with. He's friendly, competent, and has the tools and know how to fully apprise the faults of an existing structure. He can explain observations well and listens and responds to questions. Spend a few bucks and save yourself thousands next time your in the market for a home.

KC at professional home inspections just saved us the pain and financial burden of buying a house with numerous defects that were neither disclosed or apparent. His services were a little more expensive, but I am very glad to have paid more for the level of detail that we got from his inspection. If we had gone with a less thorough company we'd likely be stuck with a house with all of its problems and a huge financial loss. I only met him in person one time, but it was readily apparent that he is a man of his word with strong guiding principles and treats people according to the golden rule. My wife was equally impressed with his kindness and sincerity in speaking with him on the phone twice. Unfortunately we didn't get the house we wanted, but fortunately we had someone looking out for us. Highly recommended.

I have had the pleasure of working with KC twice since relocating to NE TN and have had an exceptional experience in both instances. Over the past 30+ years I have purchased and sold a number of homes, and working with a different home inspector in each situation; without question, KC is the most knowledgeable, detail oriented, and buyer-focused home inspector I have ever worked with. I can’t imagine I will ever again use anyone but KC for one of the most important aspects of the home buying process - he is a true professional and the best in the business!

Shark inspector, finds everything and anything that might be wrong with the property. Communicates really well, kind and helpful. I'm impressed.

Honest, punctual, thorough, knowledgeable, and friendly. Highly recommend Casey and PHI.

Very professional, personable SME. Top quality choice. By the way, I’m not sure I ever saw a PCR online portal to view the report by clicking on the tabs on the left side. I’m used to just old school paper. Very convenient. Easy to print out a full report PDF.

We used KC Bartley on numerous occasions and I have to say that he is professional and thorough. When you are investing hundreds of thousands of dollars on a house you really need to do your due diligence. Uncovering issues such as mold, structural damage and foundation problems cant be stressed enough. He even pointed out that the bathrooms in one house had s-traps instead of p-traps. They looked brand new, but the s-traps could actually let sewer/septic gases into your home. The deck on same house was not attached properly. I also don't want respiratory issues when there is mold brewing in the walls or floors. Do yourself a favor and protect your family and your future home before you buy and call KC. You will be relieved you did. Plus, he is a super nice guy and great to work with! Thanks again KC.

Thank you, KC, for the professionally thorough home inspection of our new home. Appreciate your courteous and complete explanation of the report and the referrals of contractors to address the issues on the IR. 5 star + for promptness and reliability.

The BEST in the business! Extremely thorough and knowledgeable. He can save you from possibly making a costly investment. He is punctual, courteous, meticulous, and gives an in depth report even a novice could read and understand.

KC did an amazing job with our home inspection. We were buying a property site unseen, and KC knocked it out of the park. As a home inspector myself, I aspire to provide the level of service he does. Do yourself a favor and hire him no matter what!! We made sure to put extra days in our contract so that we could get on his schedule. 5 Stars, HIGHLY RECOMMEND

I’ve worked with several home inspection companies in the past and it must be stated that KC Bartley and Professional Home Inspections are amongst the best. KC is professional, prompt, educated and informed, easy to talk to, and he delivers information (both verbally and in writing) in a manner that is easily understandable and digestible. It’s clear that Professional Home Inspections cares about providing accurate, thorough, and unbiased information to their clients. More importantly, it’s obvious that KC wants to ensure that his customers get into the correct home and understand all the findings and observations that accompany that decision.

KC has to be the best in the industry! His report was so detailed and easy to understand. He was super professional and helpful throughout the whole process. I can not say enough good things about him! 5 STARS

Due to health symptoms I wanted to have my home tested for mold. I contacted KC and he immediately responded back to me. At our appointed time he was prompt and conducted a very thorough inspection with us receiving the results by the next afternoon. He offered very helpful suggestions concerning different areas. You will not find a more courteous or knowledgeable inspector. I highly recommend him to anyone needing a piece of mind about their home. It was an excellent experience for us.

A very thorough and honest inspector was top priority for us. After several hours looking through recommendations and reviews we chose Professional Home inspections as our inspector. Boy let me tell you it was a blessing. They communicated well, were on time, extremely thorough, and most importantly kept us from buying a bad home. One seller was trying to cover up many issues with the home to include mold, foundation issues, and wood rot. The inspector knows what he is looking at and took the time to explain what issues were found, These were serious defects that not only had bad health implications, but would have costed tens of thousands of dollars to repair. 10 out of 10 would recommend to anyone. If you want someone who actually has your best interest at heart, choose Professional Home Inspections. You will not regret it!

KC is very nice and super knowledgeable. His professionalism is beyond reproach. His reports are thorough, they’re organized and easy to read. Well worth the money.

KC did a wonderful and thorough job inspecting our new build. He communicated clearly with us in ways we could understand and had the completed report ready for us within a couple hours of the inspection. Will recommend him in the future!

We wanted an inspector to inspect a house we are purchasing. I really appreciate his attention to every detail and I truly feel he inspected the house as if it was him buying it for himself. I added on the radon test for my peace of mind and I am glad I did. If you are looking for the best inspector, give KC a call, you won't regret it.

KC did an amazing job on our home inspection. He is very thorough and communicated well through the whole process.

KC is very thorough and professional. He completed the house inspection and radon testing in a timely fashion. His reports are in depth as well as easy to read and pictures are included as well. KC answers all your questions and concerns while on scene as well as after the inspection is complete. I highly recommend his services.

Thorough, knowledgeable and incredibly communicative - these are the 3 words that I would choose to describe KC Bartley. He arrived on time to do the inspection on the home I was considering to purchase, carefully inspected every part of the house, shared with me the findings when I arrived half an hour into the inspection and even allowed me to tag along as he completed the inspection. I asked him a ton of questions; he was very patient with me and enthusiastic about answering them. I have to say if I ever buy another house in TN, he will be the first one to call. I fully trusted his judgement, appreciated his communication style and just genuinely enjoyed the process which I thought would have been much more stressful. Thank you!

I recently worked with KC Bartley from Professional Home Inspections and was incredibly impressed. KC is knowledgeable, thorough, and really focuses on the buyer’s needs. He explains everything clearly and offers reasonable pricing for top-notch services. What stands out is his commitment to the buyer's interests, ensuring you understand both current and potential future issues with the property. If you need a detailed and buyer-focused home inspection, KC Bartley is an excellent choice. Highly recommended for anyone looking to make an informed home purchase!

KC was amazing! He was very clear with the explanation of what was being inspected, and what would need to be done to repair the issue. He was personable and answered all my questions. If this home doesn't work out, we will be calling him for the next! Thank You

Clear, consciese, and thorough. I would highly recommend Professional Home Inspections LLC. Really appreciated the personal contact from KC after the inspection and receiving the report. He really is ( your inspector).

If you are buying a home in NE Tennessee, you want KC to inspect the home. He is extremely thorough, and you will know every issue about the house from minor to marginal to significant. His report will help you decide if the house is a good fit for you or if you need to walk away. Our realtor told us she uses nobody else, even if it means losing a sale at the moment. KC is a plethora of knowledge, and now we know what needs to be taken care of ASAP and what can be taken care of a little later down the road. If you are buying a home in the Tri-Cities area, make sure to use KC. It will be the best decision you make.

K.C. is both super knowledgeable and very friendly. I showed up to go through the inspection with him, and he taught me an immense amount while going over every tiny detail. His reports are long and truly show their value. I would highly recommend him.

I can’t vouch for the home inspection business side of things, but I do business with KC as he is one of my customers. Always a pleasure. He is up front and honest and when I do need an inspection, I’m definitely giving him a call.

KC is tops in the field of pre purchase , home inspections. He did an extremely thorough examination of the house that we were contemplating purchasing. This is the seventh home that I’ve purchased in my life and this inspection was, by far, the most complete and very easy to understand. I’m confident in the decision that we made, following his very readable and complete report.

This is my first time buying a home. I am thankful that KC is very objective and thorough in his findings. I appreciate the pictures included in the detailed report and taking the time to review over the phone afterwards. Will be recommending Professional Home Inspections to my friends and using again in the future.

The home inspector was very thorough, honest and trustworthy. I would recommend you use KC for your inspection needs. He will look out for you and your families safety. Don’t call the other guys ! Call KC.

KC was thorough and professional. Highly recommended.

I've used KC both personally and professionally. He does great work. His inspections are very thorough, and reports detailed.

My home inspection experience could not have been more professional, conscientious and courteous. The report was prompt, very detailed and any and all questions were knowledgeably answered. I would recommend this inspector to anyone in need of a home/office inspection.

Honest and reliable is something you can’t find anymore and this is something that I can say, Mr Bartley is Honest and Reliable. He takes his time and goes through your entire home when doing your inspection. My daughter recommended Mr Bartley after using him on her house when buying a couple years back. I would recommend Mr Bartley to anyone.

Amazing person to work with!! Very thorough in the inspection.

We needed an inspection quickly and were at a loss on how to make that happen. I came across KC while doing a Google search. After speaking with him, he explained the process and fit us in a couple of days later when he was in our area. I recommend reaching out if you need of a home inspection for any reason.

Alright folks so here's the deal, I hate leaving reviews but felt after my experience with KC I had to. If you read no further, hire this professional and pay him whatever he wants to inspect your home! Dealing with KC has been a breath of fresh air so to speak and it gives me hope that there are still honest ethical people out there who genuinely care about people and are truly passionate about what they do. Before I hired his services, he spent roughly an hour on the phone with me just talking about the whole process (plus some) and answering all my questions. And left the first phone call with a "if you decide to hire someone else, that's just fine but you feel free to call me anyway if you have any questions about THEIR report". We have had several conversations since I first called not only about home inspections but all sorts of things. He reminded me of why we're moving back to TN! I have to provide this example (hope you don't mind KC), this man called me after about 2 hours into the inspection to let me know he had found enough concerning things that he wanted to try and save/return some of the money we paid for the inspection so we would have a chance to bring those items to the seller to see if they were willing to negotiate at all before we spent anymore. This was OUR decision, not his (meaning he didn't push anything) and we took him up on the offer and he refunded about half of the fees. In the end we opted to have him go back out and finish the inspection at which point we paid the refunded portions back and he went back out the very next day and spent probably another 3-4 hours finishing the inspection (calling at least 2-3 times during just to update on some major items of concern). The level of service KC has provided has without question been top notch. Yes, he is more expensive than most but as the saying goes, "you get what you pay for"... KC's professionalism and work ethic is like buying the Cadillac, not the KIA! There is a reason your realtor recommends the cheaper inspector that I will not go into... In the end, we terminated our contract due to the amount of concerns found as they ended up just being too much. We will without a doubt be requesting his services again once we find another home to try and purchase.

I called KC after scrambling the entire day to find someone that could complete my inspection in time for my contract. Long story short, my inspector bailed out an hour before inspection. I spoke with two other companies and they instantly had a spot for me and were much cheaper than the person I had used before. I felt a little uneasy and took the recommendation just to call KC. He was very upfront with me about being more costly and told me to research him before making a decision in booking an inspection with him. He actually didn’t have an available slot for me but told me he would make the time to ensure I would have my place inspected before the deadline. I decided to use him based off him not being a salesman ( read his page if you haven’t). I told him I would meet him about two hours into the inspection. He knew what I was concerned about the most from my attempt of a previous purchase and called me early on to ask if I could come earlier so he could show and explain what he found already. I showed up , he explained his concern and then continued on with the inspection. If he found anything, he would show and explain the concern. The thing that stuck with me the most was him saying he wanted all parties to know the truth and to be happy. He reassured me anything could be fixed but at the end of the day it’s what I could put into it. We talked for about 45 minutes after the inspection about some of his findings and was very honest when I asked him questions about contractors. He could only give me a list just like any realtor. He told me to call him at anytime if I had any questions and he answered immediately when I did call. The first inspection by another company had around 50 pages and mostly just pictures. His inspection had about 80 pages with pictures and precise explanations on what the issue was in terms that I understood . I agree with KC, if he is recommended by a realtor then you are getting a realtor that is working for you. I loved the extra details and all of his work has made it much easier in the fact that if I decide to proceed, I am not walking into a money pit. I will always recommend him to anyone and I would always pay him more because you do get what you pay for at the end of the day.

Great job on indoor air quality inspection. Very informative and professional. All my concern were addressed and reports received promptly. Thank you for making us feel more comfortable in our home decision and explaining what we can do to correct our issues. I highly recommend using KC he’s a 5 star plus!

If you are looking for the most thorough inspection possible, you've found it! KC does not cut any corners and gives an in depth inspection of the entire property. Thanks to him we were able to decline a home due to the extensive amount of work needed and now are scheduling him for our (hopefully!) forever home next week! He may not be the cheapest around, but in this business you get what you pay for and he is worth every penny! Buying a home is a huge cost, especially in todays market. Don't waste you money on a half done inspection and find a multitude of problems down the road. Do it right the first time and make sure you know what you are buying, this type of purchase is not one to skimp on! Our original report was near 100 pages and detailed (with images and pricing) everything we would need to do to get the home taken care of. It is even broken down by category, so you know what HAS to be fixed vs what can be done later. This is our third home purchase and I only wish we could have used him for our first two, it would have saved us a lot of headache once we became the homeowners.

By far the best home inspection. I was purchasing a home from out of state is so I couldn't be there during the inspection. Our son was able to join the inspector KC during the inspection. And because we was purchasing this home for our sons, it was important that they knew what to look for in the home and how to maintain and take care of it. KC did more that a wonderfull job showing them the in and outs of their new home. My son had told me he learned so much from his brief interaction with KC and he really enjoyed the experience. The was truly heartwarming for me as I was across the country many states away and couldn't be there. After the inspection was completed KC called me and went through the full inspection via phone in detail as if I were there in person. Wonderful person to work with and very thorough. I highly recommend him for your next home inspection. I was lucky enough to get a recommendation from him through my amazing realtor Mike Ramsey. Big thanks to KC Bartley!!!!

Hands down the only person I’d want to inspect a home prior to purchasing. Very thorough and detailed in his inspections and doesn’t ignore anything no matter how small.

He was very professional and took the time to explain what he found. Report was very detailed. He arrived on time and turned the report around very quickly.

very thorough and knowledgeable

This is my first Google review. My experience with KC warrants all the credit in the world. KC was courteous, informative, knowledgable, communicative, thorough and helpful from start to finish. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I would highly recommend KC to anyone looking to get honest, informed answers to any issues with their home. Thanks again KC, much respect!

100 the best home inspector around. Super professional, meticulous, and friendly inspector. The best experience we’ve had with home inspection. We ended up using another inspector for another home due to short notice and severely regretted it. Wish we could’ve used KC. Do yourself a favor and go with Professional Home Inspections, and you’ll have no worries or regrets!

KC was extremely thorough and detailed both during the inspection and in his final report. He has a wealth of knowledge and his experience is evident. I absolutely recommend his services to folks needing a home inspection or thermal imaging analysis for insulation efficiency. Great job.

KC is absolutely awesome , professional and super detailed with his inspections and reports . thanks for the help and an incredible job . God bless u . logan dillow

Great guy. Used him multiple times with no regrets! Highly recommend to anyone. Very thorough and professional.

KC is professional and extremely thorough, he leaves no stone unturned. His method of scheduling and reporting is easy to follow. His inspection report is very detailed with excellent descriptions, pictures, and recommendations. I highly recommend him.

Mr Bartley has a lot of experience that his work expresses. He is also on time, quick and thorough. He answers all the questions you can have.

10/10 would recommend KC for any of your upcoming inspection needs. His reports are thorough and detailed and he’s just a downright great guy to work with. He’s very willing to answer any of your questions and his report that allows you to export the findings to fix requests for the sellers is a game changer! Thanks again for your help KC!

Amazing work! Professional inspection and a really personable inspector. Will be using with every house!!

KC gave us a very detailed report. Very thorough and professional. would highly recommend!!

KC exceeded our expectations! We had a new home inspection and when the builder wasn’t quite ready he rescheduled us for the following week. He’s very professional and a nice guy too. Sorry I cannot rate you higher than 5 stars or I would. Even the builder was impressed with his report although it meant there were things that needed correction. Thanks again KC.

KC is by far the best inspector we have ever used. He explained all he did in detail. We would certainly recommend him to anyone without reservations. He was very profesional and honest.

Kc done a great job with our inspection, he was very thorough and knowledgeable. His report was excellent and he will answer any questions you have. 10/10 recommend.

KC has evaluated two different properties for our family and is superb. He is exacting and polite with his inspection and just a good guy all around. We worry about all the little details but rest easy knowing he was there. He will not miss a thing and we are fortunate to have found him!

Definitely the best in the business KC has to be the most thorough and informative inspector!! Great having you in our corner sir and appreciate all your help and insight!

I have used KC as my home inspector many times over the years, and will continue to do so! Very knowledgeable, thorough with his inspection, and went out of his way to get me scheduled. Thanks again KC!

I can't say enough positive words about how thorough, detailed and accurate KC's inspection was for us. He addressed ALL our concerns and explained in detail the nature of our homes existing problems. Most importantly the information on our report will help us prioritize the necessary work needed to repair and preserve our lovely home. We will definitely hire KC in the future for all our home or rental investments.

Best experience! KC was very knowledgeable, thorough, professional and quick! Would use him again. Highly recommended.

KC arrived early, explained everything thoroughly, used technology to back up his analysis, and communicated clearly. The report he generated was detailed and cited references. It clearly stated items that would require action on either my part or the part of the homebuilder. His report came back quickly to allow me to file warranty claims in a timely manner.

As being an out of state home buyer, I needed someone that would tell me the truth AND he did. His inspection saved me from purchasing a house that should have been torn down. Thanks so much for saving me from this disaster.