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Realview Home Inspections

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Realview Home Inspections

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

At Realview Home Inspections, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote. Get the Realview of the Home!

"I got my inspection by Home Sweet Home Inspection LLC and he was professional and thrifty"

Michael V on February 2023

At Realview Home Inspections, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote. Get the Realview of the Home!

"I got my inspection by Home Sweet Home Inspection LLC and he was professional and thrifty"

Michael V on February 2023


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Home Sweet Home Inspections, LLC

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Home Sweet Home Inspections, LLC

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Home Sweet Home Inspections, LLC, is a veteran-owned and operated company in Des Moines that conducts residential home inspections and radon testing for most of Iowa. Its services include inspections for real estate transactions (buying/selling), and new construction inspections for single and multi-family homes. Besides providing a detailed walk-through while showing the findings (optional), an inspection report that outlines the findings is emailed within 24 hours. Its founder, Luis Romero, is a US Army veteran who is bilingual in English and Spanish. He is a Certified Home Inspector and Radon Measurement Specilaist and has experience in the construction and architectural fields.

"It was very good. He was very knowledgeable to any questions we had and he explained everything very well. I would recommend him to others."

Jeff B on September 2021

Home Sweet Home Inspections, LLC, is a veteran-owned and operated company in Des Moines that conducts residential home inspections and radon testing for most of Iowa. Its services include inspections for real estate transactions (buying/selling), and new construction inspections for single and multi-family homes. Besides providing a detailed walk-through while showing the findings (optional), an inspection report that outlines the findings is emailed within 24 hours. Its founder, Luis Romero, is a US Army veteran who is bilingual in English and Spanish. He is a Certified Home Inspector and Radon Measurement Specilaist and has experience in the construction and architectural fields.

"It was very good. He was very knowledgeable to any questions we had and he explained everything very well. I would recommend him to others."

Jeff B on September 2021


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RE-Builders LLC

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RE-Builders LLC

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Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

RE-Builders = RE-Pair, RE-Place, RE-Model Residential and Commercial handyman / contractor. Licensed, Insured, and Bonded. Additions to remodels. New-build to patch a hole in the wall. Large and Small projects. RE-Builders brings craftsmanship back. RE-Builders can do the majority of interior and exterior projects. If it does not require a special license (electrician / plumber) we can do the job design to finish. RE-Builders is Licensed, Insured, and Bonded. RE-Builders is Veteran Owned and Operated with over 30 years experience in the construction trades.

"very good, definitely happy with it"

Sherey S on September 2021

RE-Builders = RE-Pair, RE-Place, RE-Model Residential and Commercial handyman / contractor. Licensed, Insured, and Bonded. Additions to remodels. New-build to patch a hole in the wall. Large and Small projects. RE-Builders brings craftsmanship back. RE-Builders can do the majority of interior and exterior projects. If it does not require a special license (electrician / plumber) we can do the job design to finish. RE-Builders is Licensed, Insured, and Bonded. RE-Builders is Veteran Owned and Operated with over 30 years experience in the construction trades.

"very good, definitely happy with it"

Sherey S on September 2021


The Dude LLC

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The Dude LLC

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5 years of experience

I perform home inspections and home maintenance inspection. I also perform commercial inspection on business buildings and follow all InterNACHI and ASHI standards. I use Tap Inspect to perform all inspection reports.

I perform home inspections and home maintenance inspection. I also perform commercial inspection on business buildings and follow all InterNACHI and ASHI standards. I use Tap Inspect to perform all inspection reports.


Mr. Iowa Fix It LLC

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Mr. Iowa Fix It LLC

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10 years of experience

Mr. Iowa Fix IT LLC provides a wide variety of services from electronic repair to handyman and general contracting. We strive to provide the best services and customer service out there.

Mr. Iowa Fix IT LLC provides a wide variety of services from electronic repair to handyman and general contracting. We strive to provide the best services and customer service out there.



DT Services

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DT Services

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18 years of experience

DT Services Backflow Prevention Testing - this is a required yearly service that is to insure that the public water supply does not become contaminated with any pollutants due to backsiphonage or backflow from the water mains. Private Fire Hydrant Maintenance - it is recommended that Private Fire Hydrants be on a yearly maintenance program to make sure that the hydrant operates properly. We offer visual inspections, operation inspections and painting.

DT Services Backflow Prevention Testing - this is a required yearly service that is to insure that the public water supply does not become contaminated with any pollutants due to backsiphonage or backflow from the water mains. Private Fire Hydrant Maintenance - it is recommended that Private Fire Hydrants be on a yearly maintenance program to make sure that the hydrant operates properly. We offer visual inspections, operation inspections and painting.


Heart of Iowa Inspections

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Heart of Iowa Inspections

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10 years of experience

Heart of Iowa Inspections, is one of only 75 InterNachi Certified home inspectors in Iowa. We provide timely inspections and detailed reports. Also buys receive a free homeowners maintenance book. Also included is a free one year subscription to the Home Owners Network, a $200 value. Veterans,past and current along with law enforcement personnel receive a 10% discount.

Heart of Iowa Inspections, is one of only 75 InterNachi Certified home inspectors in Iowa. We provide timely inspections and detailed reports. Also buys receive a free homeowners maintenance book. Also included is a free one year subscription to the Home Owners Network, a $200 value. Veterans,past and current along with law enforcement personnel receive a 10% discount.


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AmeriSpec Home Inspections

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AmeriSpec Home Inspections

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29 years of experience

Welcome to AmeriSpec Home Inspection company the leading Home Inspection and RADON testing company in Iowa. AmeriSpec has seasoned home inspectors that have performed over 20,000 home inspections throughout Iowa over the past 8 years. This should give you the confidence of choosing the most experienced Home Inspection Company in the state. Our inspectors are familiar with a wide variety of situations and believe that consumers have the right to expect the highest standards of thoroughness, fairness and effectiveness from their home inspector. AmeriSpec offers a professional e-mailed report with digital photos within 24 hours of the home inspection. At the time of inspection our inspector will provide a professional binder that will include hundreds of dollars of savings on home related services, 200 page home maintenance manual, home care tips and seasonal maintenance checklist. Visit our testimonial page to read a few of the positive comments made by our past customers. The Today Show sheds light on Iowa's ongoing issue with Radon. Take time to share this with friends and family, as Iowa is affected by radon more than any other state! View the Today Show Radon Video.

Welcome to AmeriSpec Home Inspection company the leading Home Inspection and RADON testing company in Iowa. AmeriSpec has seasoned home inspectors that have performed over 20,000 home inspections throughout Iowa over the past 8 years. This should give you the confidence of choosing the most experienced Home Inspection Company in the state. Our inspectors are familiar with a wide variety of situations and believe that consumers have the right to expect the highest standards of thoroughness, fairness and effectiveness from their home inspector. AmeriSpec offers a professional e-mailed report with digital photos within 24 hours of the home inspection. At the time of inspection our inspector will provide a professional binder that will include hundreds of dollars of savings on home related services, 200 page home maintenance manual, home care tips and seasonal maintenance checklist. Visit our testimonial page to read a few of the positive comments made by our past customers. The Today Show sheds light on Iowa's ongoing issue with Radon. Take time to share this with friends and family, as Iowa is affected by radon more than any other state! View the Today Show Radon Video.


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Home Inspection questions, answered by experts

It’s a good idea to conduct a DIY attic inspection at least once a year to look for signs of water damage, pest infestation, and damage to the underside of the roof decking. If you suspect any problems, call in a professional to confirm and come up with a solution. You should also hire a pro to inspect an attic before purchasing a home, and you can have an inspection done as a seller to entice buyers to move forward with an offer or purchase.

Yes, new home building inspections are just as important as inspecting older homes. They provide buyers with the chance to catch mistakes, like improper grading or faulty wiring, before they turn into problems. A new home inspection costs about the same as a standard inspection, typically between $280 and $400.

Radon enters your home when warm air begins to rise and exits through the roof, creating a vacuum that pulls cooler air from under the foundation. Part of that air is radon, which is an invisible, odorless gas that develops naturally when radioactive particles are deep within the ground. Those particles usually come from decaying matter in soil and rocks.

Insurance companies weigh the amount of potential liabilities on your property to increase (or decrease) the cost of your home insurance. They will use several factors to decide if there are more chances for peril or injury to take place at your home. These factors include your location (whether you live in an area with high risk for natural disasters), the age and condition of your home, and whether you have any “attractive nuisances”—features that both increase the aesthetic of your home and potential for injury—like a pool or treehouse. 

Homeowners insurance policies generally do not cover polybutylene pipes because of the high risk they pose. Some homeowners insurance companies have been threatening to terminate policies if homeowners do not replace them. Review your personal policy to be sure, but it’s a safe bet that they’re not covered—and you should prioritize repiping your home as soon as possible to avoid costly, uncovered damage.

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