Residential Inspector of America (RIA) - Jacksonville

Home Inspections in Jacksonville and North Florida

Residential Inspector of America (RIA) is a property inspection company with operations based in Jacksonville, Florida, serving both home buyers and sellers. The firm presents itself as the leading inspection company in North Florida and states that it has been in business for more than 35 years and has completed more than 600,000 inspections. Its coverage area includes Bradford, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam, and Saint Johns counties, as well as neighboring communities.

Residential Inspection Services

The company's catalog covers general home inspection, new construction inspection, pool and spa inspection, pre-listing inspection, commercial inspection, sewer scope evaluation, termite inspection, lab-backed mold testing, reinspection of repairs, wind mitigation inspection, and 4-Point inspection.

• General Inspection: comprehensive review of the home to identify defects before closing.
• New Construction: verification of builder mistakes while the builder is still responsible for correcting them.
• Pools and Spas: assessment of safety, operation, and overall condition.
• Pre-Listing: pre-sale inspection to anticipate findings.
• Commercial: inspection of commercial properties.
• Sewer Line: camera inspection of the underground plumbing system.
• Termites: detection of infestations that can damage load-bearing beams.
• Mold: lab testing with rapid reports.
• Reinspection: verification that requested repairs were completed properly.
• Wind Mitigation: assessment of high-wind impact, often required by insurers.
• 4-Point: review of roofing, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems for insurance compliance.

Methodology and Tools

The company states that its inspectors use current technology, including drones and thermal cameras, to inspect every area of the home. The work process is organized in three steps: schedule the service, review the report with the agent and the experts, and use the information to make purchasing decisions. Reports are delivered the same day as the inspection via a digital link, and the company offers a same-day report guarantee, same-day or next-day inspection, and a 200% guarantee.

Client Profile and Coverage

RIA serves buyers and sellers of homes, condos, and townhomes, as well as commercial property owners. Its presence is concentrated in North Florida, with coverage in Bradford, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam, and Saint Johns counties, and neighboring communities. The company also mentions service in Georgia.

Resources and Complementary Services

In addition to inspections, the firm offers financing for inspection payment (Inspect Now, Pay Later), access to HomeBinder, a Repair Request Builder, and the option to request BuildFax reports. It publishes resources for buyers, sellers, agents, and inspectors, as well as a blog with topics such as elevation certificates, flood zones, mold testing, and repair management.

Location and Contact

Phone: (904) 590-1306