Inspections for Birmingham Metro & Surrounding Areas

Certified Master Inspector on Every Inspection

Roof to foundation residential inspections backed by 25(+) years of construction experience. Clear, photo rich digital reports delivered same day. Quality, Honesty, Integrity, Experience.... HomeScan.

★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews1,000+ inspectionsLicense ##HI-4323
HomeScan Home Inspection Services LLC home inspection

1,000+ inspections completed

5.0★ average rating

83 client reviews

Services & pricing

Inspection Services

Comprehensive evaluations from roof to crawlspace. Every system tested, photographed, and explained in plain English.

Flagship Service

General Home Inspection

Roof to Foundation Visual Inspection

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Sanitary Lateral Video Scope

Scout 3 Sanitary Lateral Camera

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Drone Services

FAA Part 107 Licensed/DJI Mavic 4 Pro

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Client reviews

What Your Friends & Neighbors Are Saying

5.0 average across 83 reviews.

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★★★★★
“My wife and I were trying to buy a house in Alabama very recently, up above Birmingham, near family. We live in Florida, so it was essential that we hire an A+ home inspector that would not miss critical details, or water down, or even attempt to cover up anything (I have had problems like these in past house transactions). I used the Better Business Bureau to give me a list of top inspectors, and HomeScan Home Inspection Services was at the very top of the list (Don't start at the bottom and work your way up). Patrick saved our bacon on the first house we were attempting to buy (it was a soup sandwich). We found what we thought was a much better house after that, and had Patrick inspect that one as well, and much to our surprise that house had major problems too. We had Patrick inspect our 3rd choice, and although he found problems with it, they were mostly of a lesser degree, and we were able to work out a compromise with the seller, and are now waiting for the closing date. I can not emphasize enough how great HomeScan Home Inspection Services is. Patrick will save you from any bad housing purchases you may make, as he provides a very detail-oriented report of his findings, complete with pictures, and if you have any questions, he bent over backwards to discuss and help us understand anything that we wanted to bring up. Patrick's services were worth each and every penny that we spent, and I would not hesitate, ever, to hire him again in the future. I fully recommend HomeScan Home Inspection Services to anyone that is thinking of investing in a home. Nothing short of excellent. I am not one to gush on about someone or something, but you should just hire him and not even think about it. I would give him 6 stars if they would let me.”
Richard Hamann
★★★★★
“Patrick is excellent to work with. He recently did 2 home inspections for us and provided us with 2 great comprehensive reports. He took the time to walk me through the properties and answered every question that I had. I would not purchase a home without having it inspected by him.”
Lindsey2026
★★★★★
“We really appreciated the thoughtfulness and help from Patrick! He was very thorough in his inspection and went through all the details with us before we all left. I also really liked his software he used for signatures and payments. It was a very smooth and easy process!”
Keri Echols2026
★★★★★
“We greatly appreciated Patrick's expertise and a very thorough home inspection report. We loved that the report was very easy to read for the average person. He was prompt, professional, and courteous. We would certainly work with Patrick again, and would recommend him to anyone looking for a trusted home inspector!”
David Cowden2026
★★★★★
“Patrick was very informative and detailed with his inspection. A lot of helpful and useful info to help us point things out before closing on our house. Highly recommend to use in inspections!”
Derek Brecht2026
★★★★★
“Excellent experience! Explained issues well, provide pictures and made what i felt like were appropriate recommendations! This is the second time my family has used this inspection service and we have not been disappointed! Great job!”
J. Lewis2026

Credentials

Certifications & Training

InterNACHI® Certified
Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)®
Residential Property Inspector
Honor Guarantee
Chimney Inspector
Safe Workplace Inspector
Moisture Intrusion Inspector
Plumbing Inspector
Post-Hurricane Building Safety Inspector
Electrical Inspector
Crawlspace Inspector
Exterior Inspector
Roof Inspector
11th-Month Warranty Inspector
New Construction Inspector
Annual Home Maintenance Inspector
Deck Inspector
HVAC Inspector
Mold Inspector
Infrared Certified®
Pool & Spa Inspector
Structural Foundation Inspector
Water Quality Inspector
CMI
Patrick S Dean
8+years

About Your Inspector

Patrick S. Dean, CMI®

From the lines of Jerry McGuire..... "Help me, Help you."

With over 25 years of construction experience, being a retired fire/medic, and having Certified Master Inspector credentials, Patrick S. Dean brings unmatched technical knowledge and a high level of ethics to every home inspection in the Pelham and Birmingham metro area.

Examining every accessible component—from crawlspaces and rooflines to plumbing laterals and electrical panels—delivering fast, clear digital no nonsense reports. When you hire HomeScan, you get straight answers from a seasoned professional focused entirely on protecting your investment.

  • InterNACHI® Certified Master Inspector
  • Licensed AL Home Inspector #HI-4323
  • Licensed FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot
  • 25+ Years Construction Experience

Track Record

Proven Experience in Shelby & Jefferson Counties

1,000+
Inspections Completed
25+
Years Construction & Building Experience
5.0 ★
Average Client & Agent Rating

Home Inspection FAQ

Questions Answered

What is included in a home inspection?

Our home inspection covers all major visible systems and structural components from foundation to roof, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, exterior, attic, and crawlspaces. The inspection is a visual only, non technically exhaustive review of the home. The State of AL SOP can be found at the following link: https://admincode.legislature.state.al.us/api/chapter/355-18-1

How long does a typical home inspection take?

Most inspections take between 2 to 4 hours depending on the property's size, age, and condition. We take the time necessary for a thorough evaluation, never rushing through to just finish the job.

Should I be present during the inspection?

We strongly encourage you to attend! Clients are welcome to attend the inspection in its entirety or even for just a brief period. A general recommendation is walking through at the end; which allows us to point out key findings, explain how systems operate, and answer your questions directly. In the event you are unable to attend, post inspection review over the phone is available.

When will I receive the inspection report?

You will receive a clear, photo-rich digital report delivered via email within hours of inspection completion.

What specialized inspection services do you provide?

In addition to general home inspections, we offer Sanitary Lateral Video Scopes to inspect sewer/septic lines, licensed FAA Part 107 drone roof inspections, crawl bot evaluations of restricted access areas or crawlspaces, and infrared technology to aid in detecting moisture intrusion. All above services are included in the general home inspection for no additional fee, except for the sanitary lateral video scope that does incur and additional charge, if requested.

What makes a Certified Master Inspector different?

Certified Master Inspectors (CMIs)® have extensive hands-on experience, advanced training, and adhere to the highest technical and ethical standards in the inspection industry. The minimum requirement of 1000 plus inspections/hrs of training are a pre-requisite for the to even qualify for the certification.

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