3-D
HOME
INSPECTION
DEDICATED - DILIGENT - DEPENDABLE
How 3-D Home Inspection Works for You
3-D owner and certified home inspection professional, Mike Stephans, has been an Illinois-licensed home inspector since 2005. Needless to say, he has seen a lot. Whether you’re the buyer or seller, closing confidently means knowing what to expect before you close.
The 3 Ds in our name have a double meaning. Most important to Mike, they represent his 3 Daughters. They are one of his biggest inspirations. But for our clients, they stand for Dedicated, Diligent and Dependable. Mike’s top goals are to make sure your home is safe and that you understand how to keep it that way. Avoid home ownership nightmares with an experienced, detail-oriented inspector who will keep your interests top-of-mind at all times!
My Pledge to You
Choosing the right home inspector can be difficult. There are lots of factors to consider. So, why should you choose 3‑D Home Inspection?
- We’ll schedule plenty of time for your inspection to make sure it’s detailed and thorough.
- Clients participate in the home inspection. Because they follow along during the inspection, they see any issues or concerns first-hand. They learn about their house, how it functions and how to maintain it going forward.
- 3-D Home Inspection reports are detailed, but easy to understand. They’re organized with photos and notations.
- In their reviews, clients mention they appreciate my promptness, friendliness and professionalism.
- I attend four times as much continuing education as the state requires.
My mission is to help people keep the home of their dreams from turning into a nightmare.
This, I promise you.
Mike Stephans, ACI, CRT
Owner and President
3-D Home Inspection, Inc.
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What Can You Expect from a 3‑D Home Inspection?
A home inspection is more than simply walking through a house to see what works and what doesn’t. Mike will inform and educate you. He’ll help you make smarter decisions about buying or selling your home. You’ll get Mike’s undivided attention for as long as it takes to provide you with a thorough, detailed picture of the home’s condition.
Types of Home Inspections We Offer
In addition to home buyers, 3‑D Home Inspection provides inspection services to home sellers and homeowners.
- Pre-Listing Home Inspections help sellers and potential sellers avoid surprise safety or function issues at closing.
- Pre-Closing Home Inspections help buyers understand the functionality and safety of a home they’re hoping to buy.
- Post-Closing Home Inspections help homeowners identify potential safety and functionality issues in their existing home.
For more information about what’s included in an inspection, visit our interactive home inspection page.
Additional Inspection Services We Offer
We offer three additional home inspection tests to help bring you peace of mind.
- Worried about mold? 3‑D Home Inspection can test for mold issues as an add-on to your inspection.
- Are you concerned about sewer line blockage? Ask about our sewer scope testing. You’ll be able to see for yourself whether sewer lines are clear. We offer sewer scope testing as an add-on service.
- Radon can be a real problem in our area. Our experienced home inspection professional can now test your home for radon issues. Contact us for pricing.
How to Inspect a Home Inspector
Interview each home inspector before you hire one. They should be able to provide satisfactory answers to these questions.
What's covered in your inspection?
- In the initial call, make sure the inspector clearly identifies areas covered.
- If you have areas of concern, identify them at that time.
- There are several areas most inspectors do not include in their standard inspection. Ask your inspector whether he or she covers these. If not, ask whether they can be done for an additional charge.
- mold
- radon
- sewer line
- asbestos
- indoor air quality
- water quality
- well & septic
- appliances
- home performance
3-D Home Inspection provides mold, radon and sewer line inspections as paid upgrades to our standard inspection.
- For more information on our home inspection process, visit our page What to Expect When We’re Inspecting or visit our interactive home inspection overview.
Are you licensed in the state of Illinois?
- To perform home inspections in the State of Illinois, a home inspection professional must have a valid license. Re-licensing must happen every two years.
- To verify an inspector’s status, go to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
How many years have you been in business? How many inspections have you done?
- A newer home inspector may not catch subtle issues or concerns.
- In addition to these stats, a home inspector should provide client and Realtor® references.
- Our home inspector, Mike Stephans, has been inspecting homes since 2005.
Are you specially trained in home inspection? What about continuing education?
- Home inspectors must complete approved training for state licensing.
- Re-licensing requires annual minimum continuing education. A reputable inspector will meet or exceed these requirements. Mike completes four times as much training as he’s required to attend.
- Also ask about additional certifications or specialized credentials. Mike Stephans has certifications from the American Society of Home Inspectors and North American Deck & Railing Association. He is also a Certified Residential Thermographer.
May I attend the inspection?
- A reputable home inspection professional should always encourage you to attend the inspection. If he or she does not, consider that a red flag.
- Never pass up this opportunity to see the home through the eyes of an expert.
- An inspection from 3‑D Home Inspection is an educational experience. Mike will point out things to beware of and advise you about how to maintain the home.
What type of report do you provide? When will I get it?
- Most home inspection professionals provide their full report electronically within one business day of the inspection.
- Before signing a contract, make sure the home inspector can complete the inspection and report within the time frame of your contract.
- To see a sample of 3-D’s home inspection report, click here.
How long will the home inspection take?
- A detailed inspection should take two to three hours for a typical single-family home.
- Many factors could lengthen the inspection. But a shorter estimate may be due to a lack of thoroughness.
- We schedule our appointments to allow more than adequate time for a thorough inspection including addressing your questions and concerns.
- Visit our What to Expect When We’re Inspecting page to learn more about 3‑D’s home inspections.
May I contact you after the inspection with any questions or concerns?
- A quality independent home inspector will be available to answer your post-inspection questions. He or she should deal with you directly if you have any concerns or claims.
- We are dedicated to helping homeowners understand their property and close with confidence. For that reason, we’re available before and after we issue our report to help you with any questions or concerns.
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Where Does 3-D Home Inspection Inspect Homes?
Aurora
Batavia
Big Rock
Bolingbrook
Campton Hills
Cortland
DeKalb
Elburn
Geneva
Hinckley
Joliet
Lockport
Maple Park
Montgomery
Naperville
North Aurora
Oswego
Plainfield
Plano
Romeoville
St. Charles
Sugar Grove
Sycamore
Yorkville
…and more!
If you don’t see your town, contact us today to find out whether we travel there.