One nagging problem? Let’s get to the bottom of it.
If you have a problem or concern about a single issue or area in your home, we can help identify the problem and suggest actions for correction.
We start with the story behind the problem.
Houses leave clues. For most single-item inspections, we begin by talking through the history of the problem with you — then we go find the evidence. We’re quite good at getting to the bottom of mysterious problems in houses.
We ask a lot of questions
What has changed? What’s been done to fix it? What makes it better, and what makes it worse? The history guides everything that follows.
We investigate the area
We focus on the area of concern and follow the evidence — even when an intermittent problem isn’t acting up during our visit.
You get clear next steps
We explain what we found and recommend actions for correction, so you know what to do and who to call.
Mysterious problems are our specialty.
From a stain that keeps coming back to a basement that only gets wet in certain storms, we’ve seen a lot over the years. Here are some of the issues homeowners call us about most often.
Not sure if your problem fits? Give us a call and tell us what’s going on — we’ll let you know if a single-item inspection is the right tool for the job.
- Frost in the attic
- Ice dams
- Roof leaks and chimney leaks
- Basement water problems
- Cracks in foundations
- Settlement and movement of foundations
- Heating system concerns
- Backdrafting water heaters
- …and the list goes on.
Focused, honest and unbiased.
Focused on your concern
A single-item inspection covers the concern or area we agree on — not the whole house. That keeps the visit focused and the answer fast.
We speak up about safety
We stay focused on what you asked us to look at, but we’ll tactfully let you know about anything we notice that’s a safety issue.
No repairs, no sales pitch
We investigate and recommend next steps — we don’t do the repairs. You get straight, unbiased information from someone with no stake in the fix.
Simple, flat pricing.
Choose a verbal walkthrough of what we find, or add a written report you can keep and share.
Single-item inspection,
no written report
Single-item inspection,
with written report
Single-item or full maintenance inspection?
Single-Item Inspection
- You have one specific problem, or a few particular issues
- You want a focused answer, fast
- The rest of the house isn’t on your mind right now
Full Maintenance Inspection
- You’re dealing with a persistent problem nobody has been able to solve
- You’ve been meaning to have several things checked by different pros
- You want to know the overall condition of your home and what to tackle first
On single-item visits, we often walk right past other concerns on the way to the problem we came to look at — downspouts draining against the house, missing kick-out flashing, a clogged dryer vent. If you’d rather hear about everything, a full maintenance inspection gets it all done in a few hours.
Stop guessing. Get answers.
Tell us about the problem that’s been bugging you, and we’ll help you get to the bottom of it.
Single-Item Inspection FAQs
Quick answers from the Structure Tech team. Don’t see your question? Call (952) 915-6466.
What is a single-item inspection?
A single-item inspection focuses on one specific problem or area of a home.
We investigate the concern and explain recommended next steps within the agreed scope.
What problems can a single-item inspection investigate?
Examples include roof or chimney leaks, basement water, attic frost, ice dams, foundation cracks, settlement, and heating-system concerns.
Tell us about the issue so we can confirm whether the service is a good fit.
How do you investigate an intermittent problem?
A troubleshooting inspection starts with the problem’s history, including triggers, changes, and previous repair attempts.
This context guides the inspection even when an intermittent symptom is not active during the visit.
What should I send before a troubleshooting inspection?
Share photos, relevant prior reports, a description of the problem, and information about previous repairs.
Include weather or operating conditions that seem to trigger it.
Does a single-item inspection include the whole house?
A single-item inspection covers the agreed concern or area rather than the whole house.
Choose a full home or maintenance inspection for a broad property review.
Can you guarantee you will find the cause?
A troubleshooting inspection cannot guarantee that the cause of every problem will be confirmed during the visit.
Accessible evidence and the history guide the investigation, but concealed or intermittent conditions may require additional work.
Does Structure Tech’s troubleshooting service include repairs?
A troubleshooting inspection investigates a concern and recommends next steps; it does not include repairs.
Arrange repair work separately with the appropriate contractor.
Can you investigate a foundation crack?
A single-item inspection can examine accessible conditions related to a foundation crack.
If the concern requires structural design or engineering analysis, that work needs a qualified structural engineer.
How do I book a troubleshooting inspection?
Book a troubleshooting inspection by contacting Structure Tech with the property address and a description of the issue.
We can confirm whether the service fits, explain the scope, and discuss current scheduling and pricing.
Does a single-item inspection include a written report?
Structure Tech offers two options: a single-item inspection with a written report for $500, offered November through February, and a single-item inspection with no report for $400, offered year-round.
Contact our office to choose the option that fits your concern and schedule the visit.
Still have questions? We’re happy to help.
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