• Congratulations, buying a home is awesome! Buying a home with problems is not. I have helped 1'000's of home buyers in the last 20+ years avoid buying a home with problems.
  • I would be honored to help you too! To schedule or ask a question, text me the following information: 901-355-9370
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  • House address to estimate the cost and to determine avalability?
  • Days to complete the inspection?
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  • Utilities are on or off?
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  • Who will open the house for me, day code?

Why choose me

Simply said, when you look past the common marketing hype and promotional gimicks, what counts is experience and knowledge. During my 20 + years of doing home inspections, I have observed and reported a wide variety of home defects, creative construction, creative repairs and other unusual situations. Because of my ongoing education regaurding the construction industry, building codes, building materials, and methods for repair, you should understand what it will take to remedy the reported defects during the question-and-answer meeting after the inspection. **Reputation**: I have been inspecting homes professionally since 1995. Longevity in the home inspection business often correlates with a solid reputation. Clients can trust that my experience has built a foundation of reliable and consistent service. My first-time homebuyer clients will call me again when they are ready to buy their next home. Agents often call me if they are buying a house for themselves because of my reputation. **Peace of Mind**: Everyone can express different concerns regarding a home, roof, electrical, plumbing, etc. I offer personalized home inspection services to try and answer your specific questions and concerns about the property you are interested in.
**Professional**: When I arrive to start the home inspection I am equipped with a variety of tools that exceed the common home inspection standard of practice requirements and if a tool breaks, I usually have a spare! I pride myself on providing quality home inspections to exceed your expectations and at the same time respect the seller’s property. **Peeling the Onion**: After discovering 100,000's of defects over the years, I have developed effective strategies for identifying and reporting defects to my clients.
**Accuracy**: My home inspection narrative reports are written in easy-to-understand plain language, simple and yet detailed, not a checklist with x's, *'s and checkmarks. My home inspection reports provide clients with comprehensive insights into the property's condition to assist them in their buying decision. It is said, “A picture is worth a thousand words." I take a lot of pictures, so you can see what I saw the day of the home inspection. **My focus**: has been on general home inspections of residential homes for first-time homebuyers. 
During my 20 plus years of home inspection career, I have done: residential home inspections, condo inspections, mold inspections, EIFS or artificial stucco inspections, building sewer inspections, radon inspections, multi-family structure inspections, commercial office inspections, retail property inspections, restaurant inspections, construction draw inspections, Veterans Administration compliance inspections, Housing and Urban Development inspections, THDA emergency grant repair program inspections, mediation dispute inspections between homebuyers and builders, created and taught home inspection and plumbing journeyman licensing courses at the Southwest Community College and MooreTech College of Technology.

Inspection services:

General Home Inspection:
A "General Home Inspection" is a inspection and review of the systems and components of the electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, built-in appliances, roof, exterior, interior, structure, insulation, ventilation, and, if present, the fireplace. 
* Includes a Verbal report on site or over the phone and a written report with a 100 + pictures. I deliver a narrative report in plain language, not a checklist with x's, *'s and checkmarks.
** The inspection fee depends on the size, floors, foundation and design of the home. Minimum fee $350.00
4-Point Inspection:
A "4-Point Inspection" is a inspection and review of only the electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, and roof systems and components.
* Includes a Verbal report on site or over the phone and a written report with photos.
** The inspection fee depends on the complexity of the Electrical, Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, and the Roof. Some houses have one HVAC system and some may more, some have one water heater and some may have more. Minimum fee $200.00
Pool above-the-water inspection:
A "Pool above-the-water inspection" is an inspection and operational check of the pool filter system, an inspection of the visible pool surface and structure components, and a visual inspection of the pool deck and enclosure. We do not check water chemistry, as it can change quickly.
*The Pool above-the-water inspection fee depends on the size and complexity of the pool. Some pools are a simple rectangle with one simple filter system, some are much more complex.
**Includes a Verbal report on site and a written report with photos. Minimum fee $150.00, $100.00 if I am doing the home inspection.

Client reviews

  • Exceptional service, Quality, Value
    Weesie Percer - Realtor
    Review rating

    5

    ★★★★★
    Cannot say enough great things about Gene and his abilities! He is very professional, completely knowledgeable and thorough. What I find very valuable is his ability to distinguish between what is alarming and what is not. He does not scare the client nor does he hide details that other inspectors feel may 'kill the deal'. Gene gives us the good, the bad and the ugly. But does so with great care and skill!
  • Expertise you can trust, Punctuality
    Megan Mason
    Review rating

    5

    ★★★★★
    Inspector Gene arrived before we did. After the inspection, the inspector reviewed what he discovered about our concerns and then went over his list of discoveries. He is very knowledgeable about houses and helped take some of the mystery out the needed repairs. His way of reviewing what he discovered put us at ease. We received the report by email later that night with over 147 pictures!I highly recommend the,“”goodhomeinspector” Gene Ballin.
  • Outstanding customer service
    Corrine Mokake
    Review rating

    5

    ★★★★★
    This is the second time I have used Mr. Ballin's services, he has been thorough, professional, and wonderful to work with both times! He takes his time to do a complete inspection, while educating as the potential homeowner along the way. I have left feeling confident in knowing the status of house I was going to purchase . He provides a detailed report with pictures and identifies all issues that were found. I highly recommend him and will be the first call I make whenever a home inspection needs to be done.

Licenses, certifications & education:

Licenses and Certifications: Home Inspector TN 407 licensed. Home Inspector MS 0189 NH licensed. Nachi Certified Master Home Inspector. Registered FHA / HUD Home Inspector. ICC Residential Code Inspector. TN Licensed: Builder, Plumber, Electrician and HVAC. Education:
  • How to Perform Residential Electrical Inspections
  • How to Perform Roof Inspections
  • 25 Standards Every Inspector Should Know
  • How to Inspect Fireplaces, Stoves, and Chimneys
  • How to Inspect for Moisture Intrusion
  • How to Inspect HVAC Systems
  • How to Inspect the Attic, Insulation, Ventilation & Interior
  • How to Inspect the Exterior
  • How to Perform Deck Inspections
  • Residential Plumbing Overview for Inspectors
  • Safe Practices for the Home Inspector
  • Structural Issues for Home Inspectors
  • 10 Steps to Performing a Roof Inspection
  • Advanced Mold Inspection Training
  • Calculating Envelope Energy Loss
  • Comfort and Climate for Inspectors
  • Customer Service and Communication for Inspectors
  • Energy Movement for Inspectors
  • Green Building Inspection
  • Home Inspection Business
  • How to Inspect Manufactured and Mobile Homes
  • How to Inspect Pools and Spas Course 8 How to Inspect Septic Systems
  • How to Inspect Water Heater Tanks
  • How to Perform Home Energy Audits
  • How to Perform Mold Inspections
  • Inspecting Foundation Walls and Piers
  • Inspecting the Means of Egress
  • Log Home Inspection
  • The House as a System
  • Radon Measurement and Mitigation
  • Boring and Notching in Wood-Frame Construction
  • Diaphragm Design with SDPWS
  • Wood, Steel, and Concrete Deterioration
  • Code Requirements for Conventionally Framed Roofs
  • Delegated Design: Understanding the Components of Effective Project Management for Designers
  • Wind Design with the 2015 WFCM
  • Deck Building 101 - Beginner's Course
  • Deck Inspection for New and Existing Construction
  • Boilers and Hydronic Piping
  • Non-potable Water System Provisions in the 2015 IPC Introduction to Solar Water Heaters for Code Officials
  • 2015 IPC That Affects Plumbing Products
  • Structural Issues for Home Inspectors
  • Inclusive Restroom Design in Public Bathrooms
  • Air Knife Technology Engineered to Solve Problems Others Ignore
  • Acoustic Door Assemblies and Their Role in Sound Control
  • Designing and Installing Waterproof Tiled Showers
  • Preservative Treated Wood Specification and use
  • The Mechanics of Design Insights into Wall-Mounted Toilet Systems
  • Conserving Water and Energy Electric Tankless Hot Water Heaters
  • Universal Design Applied to Bathroom and Kitchen
  • Managing Water Efficiency with Dual-Flush Toilets
  • Benefits of Sliding Doors and Pocket Doors
  • Reflective Insulation & Radiant Barriers
  • Vertical Lift Innovations
  • Structural Design of Interlocking Concrete Pavers for Municipal Streets and Roadways.
  • Accessibility in Toilet Room Design
  • Scalding Understanding Design Solutions for Risk Reduction