A Qualified Home Inspector
Certified to inspect every system and review the true condition of the property.
Multiple Services Offered
Pre-Drywall Inspection, septic and well inspection, indoor air quality and mold testing, water quality testing.
Cost Friendly Service
In Raleigh and the surrounding areas our most requested services are the home inspection, radon test, and termite inspection.
Positive Reviews
- Very professional and easy! Helped with an easy walk through and was very thorough and detailed on what to catch... read moreVery professional and easy! Helped with an easy walk through and was very thorough and detailed on what to catch during the inspection! Grateful he caught things I would have missed! Also, provided a very detailed report for me to keep and send to the builders! 10/10 recommend! read lessAshley Bush5/23/2025×Ashley Bush5/23/2025Very professional and easy! Helped with an easy walk through and was very thorough and detailed on what to catch during the inspection! Grateful he caught things I would have missed! Also, provided a very detailed report for me to keep and send to the builders! 10/10 recommend!I had an outstanding experience with Chris from Guardian Inspections and can’t recommend him enough! From the moment we scheduled... read moreI had an outstanding experience with Chris from Guardian Inspections and can’t recommend him enough! From the moment we scheduled the appointment, everything was smooth and professional. Libra, his admin, was incredibly responsive and easy to communicate with, making the setup process fast and stress-free.
Chris was exceptionally thorough during the inspection, taking time to look at every detail with care and precision. He explained everything clearly and thoughtfully, helping us fully understand what was important and why. His report was well-organized, detailed, and delivered promptly, with clear photos and actionable recommendations.
If you want someone who’s knowledgeable, articulate, and committed to doing the job right, Guardian Inspections is the team to call. Truly top-notch service from start to finish! read lessAmber Schreiber5/23/2025×Amber Schreiber5/23/2025I had an outstanding experience with Chris from Guardian Inspections and can’t recommend him enough! From the moment we scheduled the appointment, everything was smooth and professional. Libra, his admin, was incredibly responsive and easy to communicate with, making the setup process fast and stress-free. Chris was exceptionally thorough during the inspection, taking time to look at every detail with care and precision. He explained everything clearly and thoughtfully, helping us fully understand what was important and why. His report was well-organized, detailed, and delivered promptly, with clear photos and actionable recommendations. If you want someone who’s knowledgeable, articulate, and committed to doing the job right, Guardian Inspections is the team to call. Truly top-notch service from start to finish!We had a great experience with Chris! He’s very thorough and gave us a detailed report for our new construction... read moreWe had a great experience with Chris! He’s very thorough and gave us a detailed report for our new construction home. We also appreciated his communication throughout our pre dry wall inspection! We would recommend him for anyone looking for a solid home inspection. read lessAlyaa Elsaadany5/23/2025 - Chris met with my husband and I over Zoom to go over our home inspection in great detail. He was... read moreChris met with my husband and I over Zoom to go over our home inspection in great detail. He was super friendly and knowledgable, making suggestions of how to prioritize any work that needed to be done with the home. We are relocating from Maine so having not see our house yet this was more than appreciated and his insight was a huge value to us. He even offered for us to reach out to him once we move in and get settled if we needed any help finding recommendations. read lessLauren Dudley5/23/2025×Lauren Dudley5/23/2025Chris met with my husband and I over Zoom to go over our home inspection in great detail. He was super friendly and knowledgable, making suggestions of how to prioritize any work that needed to be done with the home. We are relocating from Maine so having not see our house yet this was more than appreciated and his insight was a huge value to us. He even offered for us to reach out to him once we move in and get settled if we needed any help finding recommendations.Chris Tinsley delivers exceptional home inspection services, providing a thorough and professional assessment of the home. With his extensive knowledge,... read moreChris Tinsley delivers exceptional home inspection services, providing a thorough and professional assessment of the home. With his extensive knowledge, attention to detail, and productive use of technology, as a homeowner you know you are in good hands with Chris. Most importantly, Chris demonstrates objective, sound, and reasonable judgment when identifying issues and making recommendations. Chris is not only a capable and courteous home inspector, but a trusted advisor who I feel comfortable providing access to my home and who is generous in educating the client on the construction, maintenance, and function of the home. I give Chris Tinsley my highest recommendation as a professional who can be trusted to inspect new construction homes and to advise on warranty issues for lived-in homes as well. His services have proven to be worthwhile and cost-effective, as I have navigated the purchase and maintenance of my most valuable investment. read lessCoretta Poole5/23/2025×Coretta Poole5/23/2025Chris Tinsley delivers exceptional home inspection services, providing a thorough and professional assessment of the home. With his extensive knowledge, attention to detail, and productive use of technology, as a homeowner you know you are in good hands with Chris. Most importantly, Chris demonstrates objective, sound, and reasonable judgment when identifying issues and making recommendations. Chris is not only a capable and courteous home inspector, but a trusted advisor who I feel comfortable providing access to my home and who is generous in educating the client on the construction, maintenance, and function of the home. I give Chris Tinsley my highest recommendation as a professional who can be trusted to inspect new construction homes and to advise on warranty issues for lived-in homes as well. His services have proven to be worthwhile and cost-effective, as I have navigated the purchase and maintenance of my most valuable investment.I've worked with Chris Tinsley of Guardian Inspections on several home inspections, and he always does an outstanding job. He's... read moreI've worked with Chris Tinsley of Guardian Inspections on several home inspections, and he always does an outstanding job. He's professional, thorough, and takes the time to explain everything in a way that’s easy for clients to understand. I trust him completely and highly recommend him to anyone needing a reliable home inspector! read lessMarsha Watson5/16/2025×Marsha Watson5/16/2025I've worked with Chris Tinsley of Guardian Inspections on several home inspections, and he always does an outstanding job. He's professional, thorough, and takes the time to explain everything in a way that’s easy for clients to understand. I trust him completely and highly recommend him to anyone needing a reliable home inspector!
- I am a local Realtor and I am so happy to have met Chris, the owner of Guardian Inspections! He... read moreI am a local Realtor and I am so happy to have met Chris, the owner of Guardian Inspections! He saved the day with a last minute inspection for my out-of-town buyers that wanted to meet with him before they went headed back home. He is very professional, thorough towards both me and my clients. Excited to use Guardian's services in the future! read lessMadison Vitale5/09/2025×Madison Vitale5/09/2025I am a local Realtor and I am so happy to have met Chris, the owner of Guardian Inspections! He saved the day with a last minute inspection for my out-of-town buyers that wanted to meet with him before they went headed back home. He is very professional, thorough towards both me and my clients. Excited to use Guardian's services in the future!Chris at Guardian Inspections did an excellent job for my client. His team communicates well and was quick to respond... read moreChris at Guardian Inspections did an excellent job for my client. His team communicates well and was quick to respond when we had questions. They inspected a new construction home, both a general inspection and radon testing. The reports were easy to read and had good illustrations. I will recommend Guardian Inspections in the future. read lessRon Williams4/24/2025×Ron Williams4/24/2025Chris at Guardian Inspections did an excellent job for my client. His team communicates well and was quick to respond when we had questions. They inspected a new construction home, both a general inspection and radon testing. The reports were easy to read and had good illustrations. I will recommend Guardian Inspections in the future.Guardian Inspections are AMAZING! They go above and beyond to thoroughly inspect homes from top to bottom. The reports they... read moreGuardian Inspections are AMAZING! They go above and beyond to thoroughly inspect homes from top to bottom. The reports they provide to agents and their clients are well-organized, clear, and easy to understand. Home inspections can often feel overwhelming for buyers, but Guardian turns them into an educational experience, making them an essential part of the home-buying process. Their attention to detail and communication truly support full due diligence and peace of mind! read lessSummer McCormick4/24/2025×Summer McCormick4/24/2025Guardian Inspections are AMAZING! They go above and beyond to thoroughly inspect homes from top to bottom. The reports they provide to agents and their clients are well-organized, clear, and easy to understand. Home inspections can often feel overwhelming for buyers, but Guardian turns them into an educational experience, making them an essential part of the home-buying process. Their attention to detail and communication truly support full due diligence and peace of mind!
- It was a pleasure meeting Chris and working with him on a recent home inspection in Wendell, NC. As a... read moreIt was a pleasure meeting Chris and working with him on a recent home inspection in Wendell, NC. As a home inspector, he was thorough, professional, and easy to communicate with—everything you hope for when guiding a client through the homebuying process. His attention to detail and clear reporting made our job easier and gave our client confidence moving forward. We look forward to working with Chris again in the future! read lessJim and Lori Hill4/10/2025×Jim and Lori Hill4/10/2025It was a pleasure meeting Chris and working with him on a recent home inspection in Wendell, NC. As a home inspector, he was thorough, professional, and easy to communicate with—everything you hope for when guiding a client through the homebuying process. His attention to detail and clear reporting made our job easier and gave our client confidence moving forward. We look forward to working with Chris again in the future!I can’t recommend Chris highly enough! I used him for both my move-in inspection and my 11th-month warranty inspection, and... read moreI can’t recommend Chris highly enough! I used him for both my move-in inspection and my 11th-month warranty inspection, and both times he delivered top-notch service. He’s incredibly thorough, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented—he caught things I never would have noticed on my own. Chris took the time to explain everything clearly and answered all my questions with patience and professionalism.
Thanks to his detailed reports, I felt confident addressing issues with my builder and ensuring everything was up to standard. His work gave me peace of mind during a stressful process, and I truly appreciate that.
If you’re looking for someone who’s reliable, meticulous, and genuinely cares about doing the job right, Chris is the one to call. I’ve already recommended him to friends, family, veterans, and I’ll continue to do so without hesitation! read lessBenjamin Sims4/10/2025×Benjamin Sims4/10/2025I can’t recommend Chris highly enough! I used him for both my move-in inspection and my 11th-month warranty inspection, and both times he delivered top-notch service. He’s incredibly thorough, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented—he caught things I never would have noticed on my own. Chris took the time to explain everything clearly and answered all my questions with patience and professionalism. Thanks to his detailed reports, I felt confident addressing issues with my builder and ensuring everything was up to standard. His work gave me peace of mind during a stressful process, and I truly appreciate that. If you’re looking for someone who’s reliable, meticulous, and genuinely cares about doing the job right, Chris is the one to call. I’ve already recommended him to friends, family, veterans, and I’ll continue to do so without hesitation!Chris Tinsley & Guardian Inspections did a great job with my client's inspections. We are really appreciative of his... read moreChris Tinsley & Guardian Inspections did a great job with my client's inspections. We are really appreciative of his attention to detail and willingness to explain his findings in detail. I definitely recommend Guardian Inspections. Thank you again for your services. read lessLarry F Murphy II4/03/2025
Our Commitment to You
A home inspection is a visual examination of a property that allows you to detect hidden damage, ensure your home’s construction is up to par, and avoid any repairs that can cost you down the line.
At Guardian Inspections, we understand that a home inspector has two jobs: to find the problems, and to clearly notate them for you and your agent. This is why we are committed to providing you with the most thorough and comprehensive home inspections possible.
Our Mission
At Guardian Inspections, our mission is to provide thorough and unbiased building inspection services that foster safety and peace of mind. We are dedicated to helping our clients make informed decisions about their properties by ensuring that every structure we inspect is a safe and healthy haven.
Frequently Asked Questions
Buying or selling a home can be a stressful experience, but we’re here to ensure you know what to expect during your home inspection.
A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 3-4 hours.
Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clearing some space around your home’s perimeter. It’s also important to check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electric, and gas. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home, and all pets are properly contained or moved.
A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough audit of your home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.
While you can legally skip a home inspection in many cases, doing so could mean you may end up buying a home that has major issues that need to be fixed.
While a home inspector may recommend some minor repairs, they are not qualified to make major repairs. He or she can provide information about what needs to be repaired — and it might be helpful to know that information — but the decision to actually do the work lies solely with the homeowner. Not only does this give you the freedom to choose your contractors, but it also helps prevent a conflict of interest.
A home inspection can affect appraisals for two reasons: 1) The inspector may find something wrong with the property that would lower the value of the home, 2) The inspector may find things that need repair which could increase the value of the home. If the inspection finds issues that require repairs, then the seller has to decide whether they want to fix them themselves, or hire someone else to do it. If the buyer wants to purchase the home, he/she must be willing to pay for those repairs.