Key Inspection Services

Home Inspections in Seattle and Surrounding Areas

Key Inspection Services is a family-owned company based in Seattle, Washington, that performs home inspections and complementary services for buyers, homeowners, and real estate agents. The firm states it has inspected properties worth over one billion dollars in more than twenty years of operation and reports having served over 35,500 clients. Its team presents itself as a preferred provider for Microsoft, Amazon, and Google employees, a fact the company itself highlights in its communications.

Residential Inspection Services

The catalog includes general home inspections, condo and townhouse inspections, maintenance inspections, new construction inspections, builder warranty inspections before warranty expiration, and foundation certifications for mobile homes. It also offers sewer scopes, surface mold testing, air quality testing, water testing, asbestos testing, and limited thermal imaging. The company states that its inspectors follow a professional standard of practice and code of ethics, and that they are licensed in Washington under number 1741.

Commercial Inspections

In addition to residential work, the company provides commercial inspection services, covering office inspections, leased commercial properties, preventive maintenance for commercial properties, and retail property inspections. The firm offers guidance on how to prepare for a commercial inspection.

Equipment and Methodology

To carry out their work, the inspectors use thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters, GFCI testers, and other tools. Reports are delivered in HTML or PDF format and, according to the company, are designed to facilitate decision-making. The firm also offers a free follow-up service called "In your Neighborhood": if the client has questions long after the inspection, they can request a no-cost visit when the team is in their area, with no time limit. It also states it is available to answer questions about maintenance and other aspects of the home.

Geographic Coverage

The company serves Seattle and its surrounding areas, with a presence in locations such as Bellevue, Bellingham, Everett, Federal Way, Mount Vernon, Redmond, Snohomish, Stanwood, and Tacoma. In some of these municipalities, it distinguishes between home inspection and sewer scope services.

Client Profile and Service

Its clients include homebuyers, homeowners, and real estate agents. The company offers specific resources for agents, such as real estate classes, and has bilingual inspectors. It also allows online appointment scheduling and offers the option to pay at close. Testimonials on its website mention punctuality, detailed explanation of findings, and fast report delivery, in some cases in less than 24 hours.