Home Inspection
We go top to bottom: roof, attic, structure and foundation, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, insulation, interiors and appliances. You get an easy-to-read report with photos, usually within 48 hours.
Starting at $425Home Inspector in Asheville, NC
Need a home inspector in Asheville, NC? Schedule your inspection today and get straight answers about your potential purchase. All of our inspections are done by Jeff Wood, a licensed general contractor with more than 7,500 inspections under his belt since 2005.
Every inspection comes with an easy-to-read report packed with photos of our findings. Then we walk you through what we found, so you know exactly what you're buying.
Fill out our form or call 828-273-7662 today for a free quote on your home inspection.
Illustration only. Our inspections are visual and non-invasive, so we can't see inside walls.
All inspections performed by a licensed general contractorNC General Contractor Lic. #65998
NC licensed home inspectorLic. #2686
7,500+ inspectionsIn Western NC since 2005
Fully insuredGeneral liability and errors & omissions
Reports usually within 48 hoursWith photos of every finding
Google review
Jeff is a stand up guy. He knows his stuff. He's been doing this for over 20 years and has experience as a GC which is invaluable. He takes his time and ensures you have all the information you need. I highly recommend Jeff!
Realtor, Hendersonville
I am a Realtor in Hendersonville and I have used this company probably a dozen times for Home Inspections including Radon and Water testing. Jeff Wood is always on time and professional. He is thorough and friendly to work with. I know I'm in good hands with him. If you need a home inspection I highly recommend calling this company.
Our Inspection Services
Book the inspection on its own or add the tests you need. Inspection and test prices are posted below.
Commercial Inspection
For commercial buildings and multi-unit rentals. We check the roof, structure, electrical, plumbing and heating and cooling, then write it up the same clear way, with photos. Priced by the building, so call for a quote.
Call for pricing
Radon Testing
A continuous monitor runs in the home for 48 hours and logs radon levels the whole time. You get results measured against the EPA action level. Our inspector trained in radon measurement at Auburn University.
Starting at $140
WDIR Inspection
The wood-destroying insect report most Asheville home sales call for. We set it up with your inspection, and a licensed pest control company, Pest Marshals, does the WDIR inspection and report.
Starting at $140
Water Testing
We collect the sample and send it to a lab. Pick a bacteria test, the lender scan many home loans require, or a premium scan with a broader lab panel. Worth it for any home on a private well.
Starting at $150
Septic Inspection
Plenty of mountain homes run on a septic tank. A septic inspection checks that the tank and drain field work as designed. On city sewer instead? Add a sewer scope, a camera run through the main line.
Starting at $495Why Choose AVL Inspections for Your Home Inspection
Buying a home is one of the largest investments you will ever make, so it's important to understand what you're buying. All of our inspections are done by Jeff Wood, a licensed general contractor and retired homebuilder. Jeff understands construction, and from experience in the industry he can spot not only the obvious issues but also the ones someone tried to conceal.
After the onsite inspection, we deliver our easy-to-read home inspection report, with plenty of detailed photos and notes so you understand what you're looking at and why it matters.
Once you review the report, you have complete access to your inspector to ask questions and get personalized feedback on anything we found. That gives you the confidence to make a truly educated decision.
- 7,500+ inspections completed
- Inspecting since 2005
- Reports usually delivered within 48 hours
…his inspection report was very thorough and easy to understand, pictures were very clear!
Calculate Your Inspection Price
Age of the home
Add-ons
Your price
Size of the Home
Your base price is set by the home's square footage.
- Under 1,000 sq ft$425
- 1,000 to 1,500 sq ft$450
- 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft$475
- 2,000 to 2,500 sq ft$500
- 2,500 to 3,000 sq ft$525
- 3,000 to 3,500 sq ft$550
- 3,500 to 4,000 sq ft$575
- 4,000 to 4,500 sq ft$600
- 4,500 to 5,000 sq ft$625
Age of the Home
Older homes add a little to the base price.
Add-Ons
Add any of these when you book your inspection.
Radon test$140
WDIR (termite) inspection$140
Water testing (bacteria $150, lender scan $240, premium scan $320)$150 to $320
Sewer scope$375
Septic inspection (pump-out, if needed, +$395)$495
More than an hour's drive from Asheville? A travel fee applies.
Know your price? Pick a day that works for you, or call or text us at 828-273-7662.
What an AVL Inspection Covers
We check the whole house, from the foundation to the roof. These six finds come from two of our reports this fall, with names and addresses left out. One is a ranch home over 50 years old with a basement. The other is a slab home just over 10 years old.
A typical AVL report runs 40 to 60 pages with around 100 photos, each marked so you can see exactly what we mean.
Hover a number on the house to see what we found there.
Foundation Issues
We held a level to the rear foundation wall and found horizontal cracking with measurable inward movement. The crack had been caulked over.
The fix starts with a licensed engineer, then a contractor makes repairs to the engineer's plan.
Electrical Issues
In the panel, a breaker was too big for its wire: 14-gauge wire on a 20-amp breaker. Inspectors call that over-fused, and it can let the wire overheat. We also found wires doubled up under single screws.
That one goes to a licensed electrician.
Structural Issues
An engineered roof truss had been cut to fit a whole-house fan, and a few members were coming loose. Our note on the photo: “Needs To Connect Somehow.”
A qualified contractor needs to tie it back together.
Roofing Issues
From inside the attic, we could see daylight around the boot where a plumbing vent goes through the roof. A boot should not let daylight into the attic. The shingles on that roof were brittle, pitted and starting to crack.
We referred it to a licensed roofer.
Plumbing Issues
Stains on the garage side of a foundation wall pointed to a leak behind the primary bathroom. We also found a leak under a bath sink and two toilets leaking after flushing.
The buyers needed a licensed plumber and a camera scope of the drain lines.
Heating Issues
The radiant floor heat in the primary bathroom wouldn't warm up. We checked the tile with a thermal camera to confirm no heat was reaching it. In the same house, the heat pump only ran in emergency heat.
We recommended a licensed HVAC contractor.
Meet Our Owner and Inspector, Jeff Wood
Construction runs in Jeff's family. His grandfather did grading on the later phases of Disney's Epcot and MGM Studios. Jeff went on to earn his NC general contractor license and run a contracting business of his own.
He started inspecting in 2005 and has completed more than 7,500 home inspections in his career. In 2026 he opened AVL Inspections.
Areas We Serve
Asheville and towns within about an hour's drive
- Asheville
- Arden
- Black Mountain
- Brevard
- Burnsville
- Candler
- Canton
- Fairview
- Fletcher
- Hendersonville
- Lake Lure
- Leicester
- Maggie Valley
- Marion
- Mars Hill
- Marshall
- Swannanoa
- Waynesville
- Weaverville
Don't see your town? We can still help. Call or text 828-273-7662 or fill out the form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Will Inspect My Home?
Jeff Wood does every inspection himself. He's an NC licensed home inspector (#2686) and a licensed general contractor, and he's been inspecting homes since 2005.
How Soon Will I Get My Report?
Usually within 48 hours. It's a digital report that's easy to read, with photos of everything we found. Once you've looked it over, we'll walk you through any questions.
Do You Charge a Travel Fee?
Not within about an hour of Asheville. If the property is more than an hour's drive away, there's an added fee for the travel. Call or text us and we'll go over it.
When Do I Pay?
You can pay before, at, or after the inspection. We take all major credit cards, checks and digital payments.
What If I Need to Cancel?
Give us at least 24 hours' notice so we can offer the time to another client. Cancelling with less notice may carry a scheduling fee.
Still have a question? Call or text us at 828-273-7662.
Let's Get Your Inspection Scheduled
Know what you're buying before you close. Fill out the quick 30-second form and we'll be in touch, or call or text 828-273-7662.
“Jeff Wood is always on time and professional.”