Northeast Wisconsin's Trusted Inspector

Inspection Services Built for Wisconsin Homes

SafeGuard Home Inspection provides trusted home inspection services across Northeast Wisconsin.

Every inspection is led personally by a licensed inspector who treats your home like his own.

Inspector
Greg Schultz
WI License
#3042-106
InterNACHI
#17032224
Answered 24/7
(920) 606-3804

A Full Range of Residential Home Inspection Services

Buying, selling, and maintaining a home each come with different questions, and a one-size-fits-all walkthrough doesn't answer any of them well. That's why SafeGuard Home Inspection built a lineup of focused services, each designed around a specific moment in the life of a house.

A pre-purchase home inspection gives buyers the facts before closing. A pre-sale home inspection helps sellers price and present a home with confidence. A maintenance inspection catches small issues while they're still cheap to fix, and an energy audit shows homeowners where a house is wasting heat or money.

Greg Schultz brings 27+ years of industry experience and a Wisconsin Home Inspector License to every property inspection, backed by thermal imaging, moisture meters, and gas and CO detection equipment that go beyond a basic visual walkthrough.

A Full Range of Residential Home Inspection Services

Choose the Home Inspection Service That Fits Your Situation

Each service below covers a different stage of homeownership, from the offer on a new house to the years of upkeep after you move in. Pick the one that matches where you are, or call if you're not sure which fits.

  1. Buyer's Inspection

    A pre-purchase home inspection built for buyers, covering the roof, foundation, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC inspection points that affect your offer and your peace of mind.

  2. Pre-Listing Inspection

    A seller's home inspection that flags repairs before a buyer's inspector does, so you can price accurately and avoid surprises during negotiations.

  3. Maintenance Inspection

    An annual home inspection and home condition assessment for homeowners who want to catch moisture, roof, and mechanical issues early, before they turn into expensive repairs.

  4. Energy Audits

    A residential energy audit and home energy assessment that pinpoints where a Wisconsin house loses heat, using thermal imaging to find drafts, gaps, and insulation problems.

Why It Matters Here

Why a Thorough Home Inspection Matters in Wisconsin

Wisconsin is one of a handful of states that requires a state-issued license to perform paid home inspections, along with national testing and 40 hours of ongoing education to keep that license current. That standard exists because our winters, humidity swings, and frost heave put real stress on a house, and a surface-level look misses it.

Why a Thorough Home Inspection Matters in Wisconsin

A professional home inspection from a certified home inspector gives buyers, sellers, and owners a clear, documented picture of a home's condition before a decision gets made. Here's what that protects:

  • Catches foundation cracks and moisture intrusion caused by freeze-thaw cycles common across Northeast Wisconsin
  • Verifies the furnace, air conditioning, and ductwork are sized and maintained for our climate through a dedicated HVAC inspection
  • Identifies roof wear from ice dams and heavy snow load before it becomes a leak
  • Flags outdated or unsafe wiring during the electrical inspection portion of the visit
  • Tests plumbing for slow leaks, corrosion, and water pressure issues that aren't visible at a glance
  • Documents everything in a clear home inspection report you can use in negotiations, planning, or insurance conversations

Common Questions

Home Inspection Services: Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the questions homeowners ask most often when deciding which inspection service to schedule.

What's included in a residential home inspection?

A residential home inspection covers the home's major systems and structure: roof, foundation, exterior, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC inspection during the visit, plus a check for moisture and safety concerns using thermal imaging and gas or CO detectors. You'll receive a detailed home inspection report with photos and findings within a short turnaround.

Do I need a pre-listing home inspection if I'm selling my house?

A pre-listing home inspection lets you address issues on your own terms instead of reacting to a buyer's inspection report mid-negotiation. Many sellers across Green Bay, Appleton, and Door County use a seller's inspection to set an accurate price and move through closing with fewer surprises.

How is a maintenance inspection different from a buyer's inspection?

A maintenance inspection is for homeowners who already own the house and want an annual home inspection to catch developing problems, like a slow roof leak or early moisture damage, before they get expensive. A buyer's inspection happens once, before closing, and focuses on decisions tied to the purchase.

What makes SafeGuard Home Inspection different from other home inspectors?

Greg Schultz is a licensed home inspector with 27+ years of industry experience, InterNACHI certification, and a lifetime spent in Northeast Wisconsin understanding how local weather affects a home. Every inspection uses thermal imaging, moisture meters, and gas detection equipment, and every report is written the way you'd want it written if it were for your own family.

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Ready to Schedule Your Home Inspection?

Whether you're closing on a house in Appleton, listing a property near Sturgeon Bay, or just want an honest look at a home you already own, SafeGuard Home Inspection is ready to help. Call or book online and Greg will walk you through which service fits your situation before you commit to anything.