Home Inspections Leawood KS – Bulldog Inspections

Excellent Home Inspections Leawood KS.

Leawood KS. is a tight knit community that’s even got Daniel Boone’s stamp of approval.

That’s because he explored the area himself in the early 1700s.

But Leawood, KS. was first occupied by Native Americans.

Then, after Oscar G. Lee bought a large plot of land and the Kroh brothers built a residential area in 1948, the city of Leawood was born.

Today, Leawood is a mix of luxury homes and businesses, only minutes from the city but with a small-town atmosphere.

It’s also full of manicured parks, clean streets, award-winning schools, churches, world-class dining and shopping, highly end homes, and all the modern conveniences the founders wanted when they settled the area.

And even though sleepy Leawood, KS. was ranked one of the Top 50 best places to live in 2020 by Money magazine, it takes a great home inspector to make sure your new Leawood home doesn’t become a nightmare after you move in.

#1 Your report will be detailed, well-organized, and easy-to-understand.

When it comes to a home inspection, nothing is more important than your home inspection report.  

This is the tool you use to negotiate, the document that sheds a critical light on your home, the only thing you keep once the inspection is over, and what your wife will use to create a honey-do list (don't say we didn't warn you).

That's why we've revamped that old, outdated industry relic into something that NOT ONLY gives you the most information with the least risk; it helps you cruise through negotiations like you own the place by getting you maximum price drops, repairs, and concessions.

Here's how we do it...

1) We write using an inverted pyramid writing style.

A what?

In other words, when you're reading one of our paragraphs, you will never have to sift through a long string of sentences that seem to run on with random thoughts and disconnected ideas before you finally get to the point.

An inverted pyramid writing style presents the most crucial information first and builds the rest of the story from there.

We will ALWAYS get straight to the point in the very first sentence.

2) Our 10key™ comment method asks the 11 most crucial questions every report should answer.

In Kansas and Missouri, home inspections can sometimes feel like you're back in the Wild West - you only know what you're getting AFTER you've hired them.

That's why some home inspection reports raise more questions than answers.  

Then call the yahoo and ask what they're talking about.

But not us. We not only know how to dig deep find the defects and uncover the real issues, but we also know how to share them in the best way possible so you really understand what's happening with the home.

1. What did I find?

2. Where is it?

3. What does it mean?

4. What will happen if it's ignored?

5. Any signs of past repairs?

6. Is this a major concern?

7. Has it affected anything else?

8. Has it damaged any surrounding areas?

9. What do I recommend?

10. What caused it?

11. Any signs of past problems?

These are the 11 questions every report should answer if you hope to understand the full impact each defect has on the home.

3) Our reports are written in plain English.

Let's say we don't know each other.

You could be a seasoned contractor or a nanny.  A stay-at-home grandmother or car salesman.

It doesn't matter because we write our reports so anyone can understand them no matter who you are, what you know, or what you do.

In fact, when I write, I imagine my 70-year-old hippie mom from California reading my report.  And I'm pretty sure if she can understand it, anyone can (love you, Mom!).

4) Your home inspection report will be clean and easy to navigate.

A report clogged with things that don't matter makes it confusing and hard to understand.  

We don't put anything extra in your home inspection report that will distract you from the things that really matter - the information that matters to you.

So if it passes through five or six different sets of hands before you close on your home, it'll always be easy for anyone to read and use. 

5) Your home inspection report will be full of enhanced photos.

Your report will include clearly labeled color photos that document all proper defects. The photos expand in size when clicked from your desktop or laptop computer to help you see the condition for yourself.

6) It will always be delivered on the same day.

Time is critical when you're facing a 3, 5, 7, or 10-day inspection period. This is especially true when you need time to read the report and schedule other inspections afterward.  

That's why you will always get your report later the same day.

#3 We've been on Expertise.com's list of Kansas City's Best Home Inspectors since 2016.

Bulldog Professional Inspection Services has consistently earned recognition on Expertise.com's list of Kansas City's Best Home Inspectors from 2016 through 2024. 

That's not just a badge of honor; it's proof of unwavering commitment to excellence year after year.  When you hire us, you're not just getting a home inspection—you're choosing reliability, experience, and a service that stands out in a crowded field. 

Each inspection is a hands-on, informative experience provided by Steve Rodriguez, the owner of Bulldog Inspections.  Using his extensive home inspection knowledge and real-world experience with homes of all ages, types, and conditions, he gives you clear insights about your future home. 

Why risk it with anyone else when Kansas City homeowners have trusted us for nearly a decade?  Let's make sure your next home is the right fit from day one.

#5 We sell a 30 min. DIY home inspection checklist.

This full-color 13-page do-it-yourself home inspection checklist from Bulldog Professional Inspection Services is a simple tool to help homebuyers and real estate investors. This easy-to-read guide focuses on five essential areas of a home:

1. Foundation

2. Plumbing

3. Roof

4. Electrical system

5. HVAC System
   
   

In 30 minutes, you can check if a home has glaring major issues-- like cracked roofing systems or leaking pipelines-- before hiring an expert home inspector.

By using this checklist, you can make smart financial decisions and save money by avoiding costly home inspections for properties with major issues. Priced at only $18.99, it's the perfect tool for the savvy property buyer or investor who wants to uncover hidden problems early.

The guide is delivered as a PDF flipbook you can bring up on your phone or tablet while touring homes, making it easy to use.

Whether buying your first home or investing in real estate, this checklist you can use over and over delivers peace of mind since you know what's going on with the property without having to cross your fingers and hope it's in good shape.

#7 We are Kansas City's only 25-under-25 home inspection company.

In 2019, Bulldog Professional Inspection Services was selected from a group of over 2,000 local businesses to become Kansas City’s first and only Top 25-Under-25 home inspection company.

This honor recognizes 25 small businesses with fewer than 25 employees who show strength, resilience, responsibility, and community commitment.

But being named one of Kansas City's top small businesses isn't just about numbers – it's about building trust and delivering dependable house inspections day in and day out for years and years.

What does this mean for you as a Raymore home buyer or home seller?

It means we've been vetted and pre-approved based on our service, integrity, commitment, and expertise.  And if the city trusts us, maybe you can, too

Bulldog Professional Inspection Services is owned and operated by Certified Master Inspector ™ Steve Rodriguez. Steve has personally performed over 15,000 property inspections on homes of all types, ages, sizes, and conditions since 2003.

Steve's principles, proficiency, and dedication to his craft surpass the home inspection industry's highest standards, making Bulldog the apparent choice for anybody requiring trustworthy property inspection services.

Selecting Bulldog lets you partner with one of the most trusted names in Kansas City house inspections. 

Whether you're a homebuyer, home seller, or real estate investor, and regardless if you're buying a new home or an older property, you currently understand that Bulldog's professional property inspections are extensive, reasonable, and developed to deliver optimal results with minimum chance.

28 More Reasons Leawood KS. Chooses Bulldog Home Inspections.

1. We are a veteran-owned business (Steve spent 10 honorable years in the US Navy)

2. Your home will always be inspected by the owner (no amateurs, apprentices, or employees here)

3. Our full home inspection checks more than 2000 items in the average home (100% of the items we can see, touch, and test)

4. We inspect 100% of the items we can see, touch, and test (about 2000 items in the average home)

5. We are the original 5-point major-items inspection (Since 2005)

6. Your report will always be delivered the same day (so there are no delays)

7. We’ve never tried to be the biggest, just the best (we’ll inspect it right the first time)

8. We walk on the roof (if we can get to it and it’s safe)

9. We remove the cover of the main electrical panel (if we can get to it and it’s safe)

10. Free ebook – Ultimate Building Materials Lifespan Guide (over 300+ items)

11. Free ebook – Ultimate Building Materials Cost Estimates Guide (550+ items)

12. Free ebook – Home Maintenance For Dummies 2nd Ed. (369 pages and covers every part of a house)

13. We include photos of all important data plates (to avoid age-related disputes)

14. We run the water the entire inspection when the home is vacant (to find all the leaks)

15. We hang ID tags on all major shutoff valves (so you know where they are)

16. We are one of the Top 3 Property Inspectors in Kansas City (2020-2024)

17. We encourage you to attend (It’s the best way to really understand the information)

18. We explain findings in plain English (to help you understand what went wrong and if you should be oncerned)

19. We don’t make repairs (so there will never be a conflict of interest)

20. We move toilets in all 4 directions (to never miss a loose toilet)

21. We turn on all lights and appliances before we trip GFCI outlets (to avoid mystery glitches)

22. We follow-up after the inspection (to make sure you got your report and answer questions)

23. If you change your mind about the home, there is no charge (at the start of the inspection)

24. If the home isn’t ready when we arrive, we will reschedule (without charging you a fee)

25. We can do your inspection within 24-48 hours (usually)

26. We are a member of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (since 2004)

27. We give away free home inspections (This is a $770 value and includes a free whole house inspection, radon test, and sewer scope inspection. Check out our Upreach Program on our website.)

28. You get a free termite inspection with every full home inspection (An $85 value)