Business Details
Your Trusted Home Inspection Experts in Wauwatosa, WI
At Open Hearth Home Inspection, we specialize in delivering comprehensive building inspections that cover every critical aspect of residential properties. With over two decades of hands-on construction experience, our founder Kevin Maynard brings unparalleled expertise in roofing, electrical systems, plumbing, and log home inspections. Our team utilizes advanced tools like thermal imaging and moisture meters to identify hidden issues beyond standard inspection protocols. We prioritize client education throughout the process, offering clear reports with digital photos and flexible scheduling options. Our services include radon testing, energy efficiency assessments, and foundation evaluations, all backed by errors and omissions insurance for your protection.Kevin's credentials as a Certified Master Inspector and American Society of Home Inspectors member underscore our commitment to excellence. We serve clients nationwide, with specialized log home inspection services across Wisconsin and beyond. Our Home Safe Pre-Inspection program helps sellers proactively address potential issues, while our Energy Star-certified testing helps homeowners reduce energy costs. Every inspection emphasizes transparency, technical precision, and personalized attention to client concerns. Our reputation as a trusted expert in complex home inspection cases has been built through consistent delivery of detailed, actionable reports since our founding.
Services
Home Inspections
Radon Testing
Energy Efficiency Assessments
Log Home Inspections
Drain Tile Testing
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of construction and inspection expertise
- Our team uses thermal imaging and moisture metering technology
- Fully insured with errors and omissions coverage
- Specialized log home inspection services nationwide
- Energy Star certified home energy efficiency testing available
Associations and certifications
- Certified Master Inspector
- American Society of Home Inspectors
- American Home Inspectors Training Institute
Services
Home Inspections
Our comprehensive home inspections examine structural components, mechanical systems, and potential safety hazards. We use thermal imaging technology to detect hidden moisture issues and energy inefficiencies. Clients receive detailed reports with photographic documentation and repair recommendations, helping buyers and sellers make informed real estate decisions.
Radon Testing
We conduct professional radon level assessments using continuous monitoring devices for accurate results. Our EPA-recognized testing protocol identifies dangerous radon concentrations that could threaten occupant health. Results include mitigation recommendations if elevated levels are detected, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Energy Efficiency Assessments
Our Energy Star certified evaluations identify energy waste through thermal imaging and air leakage detection. We provide actionable recommendations to improve insulation, HVAC performance, and overall efficiency. These assessments help homeowners reduce utility costs by up to 50% while qualifying for potential tax credits.
Log Home Inspections
Specialized inspections for log structures identify unique maintenance concerns like wood decay and chinking failures. Our expert evaluates log integrity, foundation connections, and moisture management systems. With Kevin Maynard's national expert witness experience, we provide the most thorough log home condition assessments available.
Drain Tile Testing
We assess perimeter drainage systems' functionality using camera inspections and water flow tests. Our evaluation identifies clogged drain tiles that could cause basement water intrusion. Recommendations include targeted repairs to protect foundation integrity and prevent costly water damage.
People
Kevin Maynard
Owner / Member
With over 20 years in residential construction and Certified Master Inspector credentials, Kevin leads Open Hearth's technical operations. His expertise spans all major home systems, with specialized focus on log home construction and energy efficiency. As an American Society of Home Inspectors member, he maintains the highest industry standards.
Questions
What does a home inspection include?
Our comprehensive inspections cover building exteriors, interiors, roofs, basements, HVAC systems, electrical components, and potential hazards like radon or carbon monoxide. We use thermal imaging and moisture meters for enhanced accuracy.
Why choose Open Hearth for log home inspections?
Kevin Maynard's 20+ years of log home construction experience and national expert witness status make us uniquely qualified to identify log-specific structural and maintenance issues others might miss.
Do you offer energy efficiency testing?
Yes, we provide Energy Star certified assessments that identify energy-saving opportunities, potentially reducing utility bills by up to 50% while increasing property value.
Are your inspections insured?
All our inspections include errors and omissions insurance coverage, protecting clients against potential assessment oversights that typical inspection companies don't provide.
What areas do you service?
We operate nationwide with Wisconsin headquarters, specializing in log home inspections across the United States and providing standard home inspections globally.
Can sellers benefit from your services?
Our Home Safe Pre-Inspection program helps sellers identify and address potential issues before listing, potentially increasing sale speed and property value.
