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Jon Schumann, Owner/Inspector

I am a certified Home Inspector through Penn Foster and have independently operated my home inspection business since 2003. I provide complete, thorough, and affordable home inspections.

A home inspection depends heavily on the inspector's own effort. If you honor me by permitting me to inspect your home, I guarantee that I will give you my best effort.

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Services

Complete Home Inspection

Get the best possible understanding of the overall condition of your property. As part of the Complete Home Inspection package, you are provided with a written report of your inspection results. An on-site report is also provided on the day of your inspection.

Complete Home Inspections include but are not limited to:

  • Exterior/Interior

  • Structure/Foundation

  • Roofing/Attic

  • Electrical/Plumbing

  • AC/Heating/Venting

  • Kitchen/Bathroom

  • Garage/Laundry Area

  • Combustible Gas

  • Radon/Carbon Monoxide

  • Lead Testing

  • Mold Inspection

  • Environmental Hazards

  • Termites/Pests

Energy Loss Audit

An energy loss audit evaluates the energy efficiency of your home or business. The goal of an energy loss audit is to identify cost-effective ways to improve the comfort and efficiency of homes and businesses.

Some homes and businesses may qualify for energy efficiency grants from the government for any needed improvements that are revealed by an energy loss audit.

Energy Loss Audits include but are not limited to:

  • Identification of energy loss in walls, ceilings, floors, windows, and doors.

  • Complete inspection of the electrical, heating, and cooling systems.

  • Examination for water or moisture damage, such as a leaky roof or plumbing leaks.

  • Detection of missing or damaged insulation.

Heat Loss

temperature before energy loss audit

Before

After

An infrared camera can reveal heat loss in various areas of a home, such as this second story window. The after photo shows the same window after minor adjustments. The heat loss has been corrected.

System Defects

This photo shows a hot spot in a heat exchanger of a furnace, which could be something serious. An infrared imaging inspection of the heating system is also included in an inspection.

Water/Moisture Damage

This photo reveals moisture damage from frost on a window sill. The darker the color, the more extensive the moisture damage. Loss audits can reveal moisture and water damage in various areas.

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Fees

Complete Home Inspections

The cost of a home inspection varies depending on the square footage of living space and is typically $250-$400. Additional costs for radon testing run between $35-$65.

Energy Loss Audits

An Energy Loss Audit, depending on square footage, costs between $150-$250 dollars. A savings of 25% is offered when an energy loss audit is requested with a home inspection.

Maximize your Investment

  • Attend your inspection

  • Take notes

  • Ask questions

  • Read your report

Past Inspections

  • Oranssi project: studio shed

    1890's Home

    This is a home I inspected in Decorah, Iowa, built in the 1890s. The home has a new addition in the back, but this photo highlights the stunning architectural details of the original home. The home still has the original gold covers over the radiators for decoration and to prevent burns.

  • Oranssi project: roof expansion

    Delicate Woodwork

    This is a house I inspected in Osage, Iowa, built over 100 years ago. It has beautiful woodwork inside and out as well as a new garage.

  • Crawl Space

    I can't think of a better reason to have a home inspection before purchasing a home than this. This photo shows a floor supported by 2ft and 3ft long wood beams and old car jacks. This is how not to support a floor.

  • Oranssi project: wraparound deck

    Log Home in the Woods

    This is a home I inspected a few miles south of Spring Grove, Minnesota. This log home is tucked back in the woods, with beautiful woodwork inside and out, and came fully furnished. The road getting there was narrow and hilly and packed hard with snow which made me glad I had 4 wheel drive!

  • Oranssi project: passive house

    Full Length Porch and Deck

    This is a house I inspected south of Osage, Iowa. It has log siding with a full length porch on the front of the house, a full length deck on the back of the house, and a decorative concrete patio on the back of the garage. The inside has an open staircase and fire places. A very nice house.

  • Oranssi project: slat roof

    Geo-thermal Heating and Cooling

    This is a log house I inspected east of New Hampton, Iowa. It features geo-thermal heating and cooling, with floor heat in the basement and garage and a fireplace in the living room. A beautiful and energy efficient home!

When shopping for a used car, it makes sense to have an unbiased party inspect the vehicle before you purchase. The same idea applies to buying a home.

Purchasing a home is a big investment, and it is in the buyer's best interest to know the condition of the property before investing. Home inspection is a visual, non-intrusive, systematic examination of a home and a crucial step in the home buying process.

Benefits of Home Inspection

  • Informs the home buyer of the types of repairs and maintenance that may be necessary or anticipated

  • Points out observed defects of the home and positive points as well

  • Offers recommendations for repairs and maintenance, helping to ensure the longevity of your investment

  • Minimizes unpleasant surprises and difficulties after you buy

  • Provides a written record of inspection results

Importance of Home Inspection