Buyer Checklist

Home inspection checklist for Chicago, IL buyers

Use this city checklist to understand what gets inspected, what to ask during the walkthrough, and when specialty testing may be worth adding.

Built for buyers comparing inspectors before the contingency window closes.

Core Areas

What your inspector should help you understand

The goal is not just finding defects. A good report clarifies safety, repair priority, maintenance risk, and which items deserve contractor follow-up before closing.

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Roof, attic, and exterior drainage

Basement moisture and foundation movement

Electrical panel, outlets, and safety devices

Heating, cooling, plumbing, and visible defects

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Legacy Inspection Group

Legacy Inspection Group Team · Licensed Inspector

Unclaimed
Public-source listing30+ years

Chicago-area inspection firm offering home inspections, radon testing, sewer scoping, mold services, termite inspections, and specialty inspections.

Chicago area, IL General Home Inspection, Radon Testing, Sewer Scope
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Domicile Consulting

Domicile Consulting Team · Licensed Inspector

Unclaimed
Public-source listing28+ years

Chicago-based inspection and consulting company serving buyers, sellers, homeowners, condo associations, and commercial clients.

1016 W Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL General Home Inspection, Pre-listing Inspection, Condo Inspection
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Home Inspection Geeks

Home Inspection Geeks Team · Licensed Inspector

Unclaimed
Public-source listingYears not listed

Chicago home inspection company focused on residential inspections, radon testing, sewer scope, mold testing, thermal imaging, and buyer education.

Chicago, IL General Home Inspection, Radon Testing, Sewer Scope
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Checkpoint Inspections

Checkpoint Inspections Team · Licensed Inspector

Unclaimed
Public-source listingYears not listed

Chicago-area inspection company offering home inspections and specialty add-ons including radon, sewer scope, mold, and termite inspection services.

La Grange Park, IL General Home Inspection, Radon Testing, Sewer Scope
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Windy City Home Inspection

Windy City Home Inspection Team · Licensed Inspector

Unclaimed
Public-source listing24+ years

Chicago home inspection company publishing residential inspection services for buyers and homeowners in the city and surrounding area.

320 E 21st Street #208, Chicago, IL General Home Inspection, Pre-listing Inspection, Sewer Scope
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Sahm Home Inspections

Ray and Wayne Sahm · Licensed Inspector

Unclaimed
Public-source listingYears not listed

Family-run Chicago-area inspection company publishing residential inspection services, inspector license information, and professional association details.

Chicago area, IL General Home Inspection, Pre-listing Inspection
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Chicago Building Inspections

Chicago Building Inspections Team · Licensed Inspector

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Public-source listingYears not listed

Chicago inspection company publishing home, condo, multi-unit, commercial, and specialty inspection services.

Chicago, IL General Home Inspection, Condo Inspection, Commercial Inspection
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First Choice Inspectors

First Choice Inspectors Team · Licensed Inspector

Unclaimed
Public-source listingYears not listed

Chicago-area inspection company publishing residential inspection, radon, sewer scope, termite, mold, and related property inspection services.

Chicago area, IL General Home Inspection, Radon Testing, Sewer Scope
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