Home Inspection Services · Johns Creek, GA
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Johns Creek, GA
A thorough, unbiased home inspection is the best way to know exactly what you're buying or selling in Johns Creek. Our certified inspectors serve Johns Creek from our Peachtree Parkway office in Cumming and deliver a photo-documented report within 24 hours, backed by a 90-day warranty.
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What's Included
What Our Johns Creek Home Inspection Covers
Every home inspection in Johns Creek follows the same detailed standard, whether it's a 1990s subdivision home or new construction near Medlock Bridge. Here's exactly what a certified inspector checks on-site.
Roof & Attic
Shingles, flashing, gutters, ventilation, and insulation, including drone-assisted roof inspection when access is limited.
Foundation & Framing
Visible structural components, foundation walls, crawlspace, and signs of settling or moisture intrusion.
Electrical
Panel, wiring type, outlets, GFCI/AFCI protection, and visible code or safety concerns.
Plumbing
Supply and drain lines, water heater, visible leaks, and fixture function throughout the home.
HVAC
Heating and cooling equipment condition, age, and basic function testing at the thermostat.
Siding, Windows & Doors
Exterior cladding, trim, grading and drainage around the home, and window/door condition.
Interior & Safety
Walls, ceilings, floors, stairs/railings, smoke & CO detectors, and fireplace visual inspection.
Thermal Imaging
Infrared camera scanning to flag hidden moisture intrusion, insulation gaps, and electrical hot spots.
Radon, Mold & Sewer Scope
Optional add-on testing available the same visit: radon testing, mold testing, and sewer video scope.
Inspecting in Johns Creek
What Your Home Inspector Looks For in Johns Creek Homes
Most of Johns Creek's housing dates to the 1980s and 1990s. Census Bureau estimates show that about two in three homes in the city were built between 1980 and 1999. For buyers, that means the majority of homes are now 25 to 45 years old, so original roofs, HVAC systems, and water heaters are commonly at or past their typical service life even in well-kept houses, and we check those systems closely regardless of how updated the kitchen or bathrooms look.
Fulton County also carries a real radon risk. UGA Extension's Fulton County office reports that approximately one in five homes tested in the county since 1990 had radon levels above the EPA's Radon Action Level. Radon can't be seen or smelled during a walkthrough, so we recommend adding a test to any Johns Creek purchase; it runs during the same visit, and a high reading can be brought down with mitigation.
Much of that 1980s and 1990s development took the form of golf course and swim-tennis communities, including Country Club of the South, St. Ives, and Rivermont Golf and Country Club, often on larger, wooded lots. The Chattahoochee River runs along the city's southern border, and homes near the river or its feeder creeks sit lower and often more wooded; on those lots we pay extra attention to grading, retaining walls, and moisture in crawlspaces and basements.
| Type of home | What we pay attention to |
|---|---|
| Homes built in the 1980s and 1990s | Roof age, HVAC and water heater age, deck attachment and wood rot, and the condition of the original electrical panel. |
| Golf course and swim-tennis community homes | Grading, retaining walls, and drainage on larger, often sloped and wooded lots. |
| Homes near the Chattahoochee River or feeder creeks | Moisture in crawlspaces and basements, and drainage around the foundation. |
| Any home in Fulton County | Radon testing, since about one in five homes tested in the county since 1990 were above the EPA action level. |
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Our Process
How Your Home Inspection Works
From booking to final report, here's what to expect from a residential home inspection with Max Property Inspections.
Schedule
Book online or by phone, often within 24–48 hours of your call, to fit your closing timeline.
On-site inspection
A certified inspector spends 2–4 hours evaluating the home, typically alongside the buyer.
Ask questions live
Walk the property with your inspector and ask about anything you're curious about in real time.
Digital report
A photo-documented report is delivered within 24 hours, organized by system and severity.
Ongoing support
We're available afterward to answer questions about findings, repairs, or next steps.
Why Choose Us
What Makes Our Home Inspections Different
Any inspector can walk through a house with a checklist. Here's what a home inspection with our Johns Creek team actually includes.
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NACHI-certified inspectors
Every inspector on our team is certified, insured, and trained to the same detailed standard.
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90-day warranty included
Every home inspection comes backed by a 90-day warranty at no extra cost.
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Drone & infrared included
Roof drone imaging and thermal camera scanning are part of the inspection, not a pricey upsell.
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24-hour report turnaround
You'll have your full digital report the next day, so it never holds up your closing timeline.
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A full team, not one inspector
Multiple certified inspectors mean flexible scheduling, even on short notice.
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Meet Your Home Inspectors in Johns Creek, GA
Max
Certified Home Inspector & Commercial Property Inspector
404-405-0061
Eric
Certified Inspector
404-424-9200
Jeremiah
Certified Inspector
404-424-9200
Where We Work
Home Inspections Across Metro Atlanta
Alongside Johns Creek, our inspectors cover these communities from our Cumming and Atlanta offices. Each has its own page on what we look for there.
FAQ
Home Inspection FAQs: Johns Creek, GA
Most homes in Johns Creek were built in the 1980s and 1990s. Should I worry about the roof or HVAC age?
Yes, it's worth checking closely. Census data shows about two in three homes in Johns Creek were built between 1980 and 1999, which puts the original roof, HVAC system, and water heater in many houses at or past their typical service life. We check the age and condition of all three on every inspection, no matter how updated the interior looks.
Should I test for radon when buying a home in Johns Creek?
We recommend it. UGA Extension's Fulton County office reports that about one in five homes tested in the county since 1990 had radon above the EPA's action level of 4.0 pCi/L. The test runs during the same visit as the inspection, and a high result can be brought down with mitigation.
How much does a home inspection cost in Johns Creek, GA?
Home inspection pricing depends on the size, age, and location of the property, plus any add-on services like radon or mold testing. Contact us for a free, personalized quote.
How long does a home inspection take?
A standard home inspection usually takes 2 to 4 hours for an average-sized home. Larger, older, or commercial properties can take longer.
What's included in a home inspection?
A home inspection covers the roof, foundation, structure, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, interior, and safety systems, plus infrared thermal scanning and drone-assisted roof imaging when applicable.
Should I attend my home inspection?
Yes. Attending lets you walk the property with your inspector, ask questions in real time, and see any issues firsthand instead of only reading about them in the report.
Do you offer same-day or next-day scheduling?
In most cases, yes. With a full team of certified inspectors, we can often schedule your home inspection within 24 to 48 hours of your call.
What happens after the inspection?
You'll receive a detailed, photo-documented digital report within 24 hours. Our team is available afterward to answer any questions about findings or next steps.
Find Us
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Our Cumming office is the closer one for Johns Creek. Call either number and we'll book the inspector who fits your timeline.
Cumming Office
1595 Peachtree Pkwy, Ste 204-119
Cumming, GA 30041
(404) 405-0061
Atlanta Office
1050 Crown Pointe Parkway, Suite 500
Atlanta, GA 30338
(404) 424-9200
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Max Property Inspections provides thorough, unbiased home inspections in Johns Creek and across Fulton County and North Metro Atlanta, backed by a 90-day warranty on every job.