News, Resources, & Insights

Resources for Home & Commercial Inspections

Explore informative articles, helpful resources, and company news to empower you with knowledge about your property. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and gain valuable insights from our team of certified inspectors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about working with Home Inspections Northwest
  • Who needs an inspection?

    There are three primary reasons to have an inspection: when selling, buying, and deciding maintenance items for a buildings.

    Regardless of the reason for the inspection, these are some advantages:

    • Knowledge is power.
    • An inspection provides you a report detailing the overall condition of the property.
    • You are in a stronger position to negotiate major repairs and concerns found during the inspection.
    • As the seller, you are able to determine what options are available and decide what you are willing to do to make you property more attractive to a buyer.
    • As the buyer, you are able to plan and budget for short and long term repairs and maintenance.
    • You receive experienced recommendations to prioritize repair items and maintenance issues.
    • You have peace of mind knowing your property is well maintained.

Have Additional Questions?

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Partner Spotlight: Companies We Trust

At Home Inspections Northwest (HINW), we often get asked for recommendations for reputable businesses related to home maintenance, repair, and other services. While we cannot endorse or guarantee the work of any company, we are happy to share a list of partners we've had positive experiences with or who come highly recommended by our clients. Please remember to conduct your own research and due diligence before choosing any service provider.

Appraisals

  • The Hettick Company

    Bill
    503-452-0359
    JanHettick@comcast.net

Banking

Commercial banking
  • Umpqua Bank

    Charles R. Forsyth
    503-603-8016
    cforsyth@umpquabank.com
    For all your commercial banking needs.

Carpet Cleaning

Carpet & upholstery cleaning
  • Classic Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

    Kiyoshi Hasuike
    503-639-7121
    classiccuc@gmail.com
    for all your carpet and upholstery cleaning needs especially tough stains!

Computer Services

Full service for computer needs
  • Nerds To Go

    Rory Dunnaback
    503-276-4818
    rdunnaback@nerdstogo.com
    Service hardware, build, repair and provide network services of various types.

Electricians

  • ABC Electric Corp

    Shawn Dunigan
    (503) 233-7551
    office@abcelectriccorp.net

Insurance

Insurance for home, auto & business
  • American Family Insurance

    Kazem M. Abunnadi
    503-520-0794
    kabunnad@amfam.com
    Auto, Business, Home, Life

Landscaping

  • Natural Touch Landscaping

    Jim
    (503) 678-1328

Pest, Bee & Rodent

For control of all pests, bees & rodents
  • Powell Pest Control

    Kevin Lynk
    503-761-7238

Real Estate

Service to buy & sell homes
  • RE/MAX Equity Group

    Chris Monty
    503-939-9783
    chris@chrismonty.com
    A detailed and hard working agent who puts you and your desires first. She is a servant!

Roofing

Roofing, residential & commercial
  • Interstate Roofing

    Al Long
    503-684-5611
    along@interstateroofing.com
    For all your commercial or residential roof needs.

  • Site To Site Roofing

    Juan Carlos
    503-381-5672
    sitetosite.roofing@@gmail.com
    A roofer for all your roofing needs who is detailed and efficient, someone that does it right the first time.