Home Inspector Shawnee KS – Bulldog Professional Inspection Services (816) 564-3081
Did you know Shawnee KS. was first called Gum Springs?
Then it was later renamed for the Shawnee Indians who first occupied the area in the early 1800s.
It has award-winning schools, easy access to I-35 hwy, 10 min. to downtown Kansas City, and a thriving community that enjoys city living without the hustle and bustle.
Shawnee is also home to Shawnee Mission Park, hosted to the Oregon, California and Santa Fe Trails, and thrived during the Great Depression as on of the leading fruit and vegetable producers in the region.
But, before you start picking out drapes, you first need complete home inspection companies to make sure your new home turns out to be something to brag about.
December 12, 2025 — Full home inspection, termite inspection, and radon test on a vacant 9-year-old 2-story home located in the Arbor Lake subdivision of Shawnee, KS.
December 12, 2025 — Heavy rust, corrosion, and melted heat traps on top of a 9-year-old water heater in vacant 2-story home located in the Arbor Lake subdivision of Shawnee, KS.
December 14, 2025 — Radon test result came back high at 5.5 pCi/l at a vacant 9-year-old 2-story home in the Arbor Lake subdivision of Shawnee, KS.
Did you realize property inspectors aren’t expected to climb on roofs?
It’s a fact. And many won’t.
But we always do (as long as it’s safe and easy to reach) because there’s no clearer way to examine the shingles, roof structure, seals, air outlets, and flues.
When you pick Bulldog Professional Inspection Services to handle your property inspection in Shawnee, you’re not hiring a simple property inspection.
You’re receiving a Certified Master Inspector® who has checked thousands of roofs and understands what it requires to spot the biggest defects and address the top concerns you (and your property insurance company) need answers to – like “How’s the roof?”
*Provided it’s reachable and safe.
This may come as a shock, but professional inspectors are NOT required to check all the items in a house.
In fact, they only have to inspect a representative selection of features in the average-sized home, which usually amounts to roughly 400 items.
But Bulldog Professional Inspection Services inspects 100% of the things we can see, touch, and test during a home inspection.
This totals about 2,000 items and includes every outlet, switch, door, window, floor, wall, ceiling, tub, shower, faucet, toilet – and everything from the roof ridge to the sump pump.
But being hands-on also means we understand HOW to check the things in your house that snap, crack, tick, hum, spark, and leak because turning them on and off sometimes isn’t enough. Sometimes, the sequence of steps reveals problems that less experienced home inspectors would have missed.
We do this to provide you a complete overview of what’s working and what’s not. Unlike some inspections that skim over sections, our goal is to give you the details to make smart decisions about your house.
So, whether you’re buying, selling, or maintaining your property, you’ll get a home inspection that emphasizes depth, accuracy, and clarity.
Bulldog Professional Inspection Services is owned and managed by Certified Master Inspector® Steve Rodriguez.
Steve has personally completed over 15,000 KC area inspections on properties of all kinds, ages, sizes, and conditions since 2003.
Steve’s ethics, knowledge, and commitment to his profession exceed the home inspection industry’s highest standards, making Bulldog Home Inspections the natural choice for anyone needing dependable home inspection services in Shawnee, KS.
Selecting Bulldog Home Inspections means partnering with one of the most trusted names in Shawnee home inspections. Whether you own a brand-new property or an older home, you clearly know that Bulldog’s expert home inspections are thorough, honest, and designed to deliver optimal results with the least amount of worry.
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:
Foundation
Plumbing
Roof
Electrical system
HVAC System
In simply 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 list, you can save money by preventing costly home inspections on homes with major issues. At only $18.99, it’s best for the hands-on property buyer or investor who wants to identify hidden problems early.
The field 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 you’re buying your very first home or investing in real estate, this is a checklist you can use over and over and delivers peace of mind since you know what’s going on with the property without having to cross your fingers and hoping it’s in good shape.
Bulldog Professional Inspection Services earned the title of KC’s Best Property Inspector for 2025.
This is a reflection of their remarkable expertise and real estate knowledge.
It’s also proof of the company’s high expectations for 100% property inspections, which is only possible because all property inspections are performed directly by Steve Rodriguez, Bulldog Inspections’ owner and a Certified Master Inspector® with over 15,000 inspections since 2003.
Buyers value Bulldog Home Inspection’s clear, simple-to-read reports that help them make solid decisions about their homes.
Realtors also appreciate Bulldog for knowing their buyers and sharing information in a way everyone can follow.
Bulldog Inspection Services also provides radon checks, pipe inspections, 5-point major-items inspections, and no-cost termite inspections.
Picking Bulldog Professional Inspection Services means you’re not just choosing an ordinary inspector—you’re investing in an expert who understands what it takes to do your house inspection properly the first time.
Choosing the best property is always tough enough on its own without stepping into the home inspection of your new vacant property and suddenly finding out that nothing is working.
Speaking for myself, thirty percent of vacant homes are not ready when inspection day comes. This statistic rises to fifty percent if the property is in the middle of a rehab and they give their word to have it ready to go by a specific day (that hardly ever happens).
But we understand this is not your fault, so whether it’s caused by missing appliances, broken pipes, roaming dogs, disconnected utilities, or we’re locked out, if the property ends up not being ready when we arrive, the first trip is on us.
Rather, we’ll partner with you to choose a better day and time, so when your property is fully ready, we are all set, too.
Sooner or later, nearly everything in your property will wear out, fail, or need to be replaced, whether it’s appliances, roofing, foundation, or plumbing.
Keeping ahead of these changes can shield you from pricey surprises, and being aware when to anticipate them gives you time to arrange your finances wisely and hopefully prepare for emergencies before they arrive.
The Ultimate Building Materials Lifespan Guide is a digital field guide for property owners, home buyers, and real estate investors that serves as a helpful, easy-to-understand reference that lists the expected lifespan of more than 300 crucial items found in the typical property.
From heating and cooling systems to water heaters, flooring materials, and light fixtures, this guide helps you predict maintenance and repair schedules so you can stay ahead of the game.
Most importantly, it’s a complimentary thank-you gift with every property inspection.
When you choose Bulldog Professional Inspection Services, you’re not just receiving a knowledgeable and in-depth property inspection that gives you peace of mind today—you’re partnering with a property inspection company that goes the extra mile by creating tools that help safeguard your investment (and wallet) so you can enjoy your new home for years to come.
Homeowners enjoy remodeling their properties. Sadly, some also prefer to take shortcuts.
One of the worst (but most common) ways this happens is by installing tile on top of water-damaged drywall or plaster.
Thankfully, we understand what to expect and where to look to spot these things that could come back to trouble you later.
Especially if you made the mistake of using a less skilled or less careful home inspector.
We prefer to keep things simple.
We know home inspections can feel overwhelming. That’s why we go over everything in a way that makes sense.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or seasoned real estate investor, you won’t need a guide or a background in building work to understand with the details inside our home inspection report.
There will just be clear, easy-to-understand explanations that let you focus on what matters: making sure your home is right for you.
You’ll leave the inspection knowing what’s happening with your property—because knowledge is power, and buying with confidence beats guessing every time.
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.
We are a veteran-owned business (Steve spent 10 honorable years in the US Navy)
We are Kansas City’s first and only 25-under-25 home inspection company (2019)
Your home will always be inspected by the owner (no amateurs, apprentices, novices, or employees here)
Our full home inspection checks more than 2000 items in the average home (100% of the items we can see, touch, and test)
We pioneered the 5-point major-items inspection (Since 2005)
Your report will always be delivered the same day (so there are no delays)
Your report will be detailed, well-organized, and easy to understand (We ask 11 key questions and write in plain English)
We remove the cover of the main electrical panel (if we can get to it and it’s safe)
Free ebook – Ultimate Building Materials Cost Estimates Guide (550+ items)
Free ebook – Home Maintenance For Dummies 2nd Ed. (369 pages and covers every part of a house)
We include photos of all important data plates (to avoid age-related disputes)
We run the water the entire inspection when the home is vacant (to find all the leaks)
We hang ID tags on all major shutoff valves (so you know where they are)
We are one of the Top 3 Property Inspectors in Kansas City (2020-2024)
We maintain a 4.9 Google rating (with nearly 600 reviews)
We encourage you to attend (It’s the best way to really understand the information)
We’ve never tried to be the biggest, just the best (we’ll inspect it right the first time)
We don’t make repairs (so there will never be a conflict of interest)
We move toilets in all 4 directions (to never miss a loose toilet)
We inspect homes from top to bottom (literally)
We turn on all lights and appliances before we trip GFCI outlets (to avoid mystery glitches)
We follow up after the inspection (to make sure you got your report and answer questions)
If you change your mind about the home, there is no charge (at the start of the inspection)
We can do your inspection within 24-48 hours (usually)
We are a member of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors® (since 2004)
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.)
You get a free termite inspection with every full home inspection (An $85 value)
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