Your Compass to Confidence
High Quality Wilmington Home Inspections
More Than Just an Inspection
With every inspection, I follow a strict code of ethics and standards of practice.
Thorough, Readable Reports
Excellent Value
Why choose Fair Winds Home Inspections?
Welcome to Fair Winds Home Inspections, where your peace of mind is my top priority. I believe buying a home should feel exciting—not overwhelming—and that’s why I approach every inspection with honesty, integrity, and a commitment you can count on. With a background in construction, fine woodworking, and even boatbuilding, I bring unmatched attention to detail that ensures nothing gets overlooked. My inspections are always thorough and paired with clear, straightforward communication so you know exactly where things stand. Best of all, my easy-to-understand reports give you the confidence to make smart, informed decisions about your investment.
I’m proud to serve homeowners, buyers, and real estate professionals throughout Wilmington, Leland, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Hampstead, Castle Hayne, Rocky Point, Burgaw, Southport, and the surrounding Coastal Carolina region. When you choose Fair Winds, you’re not just hiring a home inspector—you’re gaining a trusted partner dedicated to protecting your home and your future.
The Home Inspection Process
Step One
I complete a detailed inspection of your property, assessing all major systems and structures.
Step Two
Step Three
Our Mission
Fair Winds Home Inspections is committed to making sure you’re confident and well-informed for one of the biggest decisions of your life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Buying or selling a home can be a stressful experience, but we’re here to ensure you know what to expect during your home inspection.
A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 2-3 hours.
Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clearing some space around your home’s perimeter. It’s also important to check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electric, and gas. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home, and all pets are properly contained or moved.
A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough audit of your home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.
While you can legally skip a home inspection in many cases, doing so could mean you may end up buying a home that has major issues that need to be fixed.
While a home inspector may recommend some minor repairs, they are not qualified to make major repairs. He or she can provide information about what needs to be repaired — and it might be helpful to know that information — but the decision to actually do the work lies solely with the homeowner. Not only does this give you the freedom to choose your contractors, but it also helps prevent a conflict of interest.
A home inspection can affect appraisals for two reasons: 1) The inspector may find something wrong with the property that would lower the value of the home, 2) The inspector may find things that need repair which could increase the value of the home. If the inspection finds issues that require repairs, then the seller has to decide whether they want to fix them themselves, or hire someone else to do it. If the buyer wants to purchase the home, he/she must be willing to pay for those repairs.