Buying a home in Springfield? Before you commit to the biggest purchase of your life, you deserve to know exactly what you're walking into. I'm Chase Owen, a certified InterNACHI home inspector and the owner of HOI Property Services. With 12+ years of real estate experience and a 5.0-star Google rating, I provide thorough, no-pressure home inspections across Springfield and the surrounding Sangamon County communities.
Whether you're a first-time buyer looking at a bungalow on the west side, a state employee relocating to a newer subdivision in Chatham or Sherman, or an investor adding a rental near downtown, I'll give you a clear, honest picture of the property's condition — so you can negotiate confidently and close with peace of mind. Springfield is an easy drive from my Peoria base and well inside my 20-county service area.
Springfield's housing stock spans well over a century — late-1800s and early-1900s homes in the historic districts around the capitol and Washington Park, a large wave of postwar ranches and split-levels across the west and south sides, and newer construction pushing out toward Chatham, Sherman, and Rochester. Each era brings its own inspection priorities, and after years of inspecting homes across central Illinois, I know what to focus on:
Every inspection I perform follows the InterNACHI Standards of Practice and includes a comprehensive review of:
You'll receive a detailed, photo-rich digital report the same day — guaranteed within 24 hours of the inspection or the inspection is 50% off — that you can share with your agent, lender, or contractor. Reports are available in English and Spanish.
Beyond the standard home inspection, I offer specialized testing that is especially relevant for the Springfield area homes:
Radon testing — Sangamon County sits in EPA Radon Zone 1, the highest-potential category, and Illinois EPA surveys have found elevated indoor radon across central Illinois. I provide certified continuous-monitor radon testing using calibrated Sun Nuclear Breeze monitors over the EPA-required 48-hour window.
Mold testing — Springfield's humid summers, older basements, and a high water table in low-lying neighborhoods make hidden mold a real possibility, especially in finished basements and crawl spaces. I send samples to PriorityLab for AIHA-accredited analysis, usually with results within 24 hours of the lab receiving them, and I hold the NORMI Certified IAQ/Mold Inspector credential.
Particle ID / air quality testing — If you suspect indoor air quality issues, I can collect timed air samples and have the lab identify airborne particulates, allergens, and contamination sources room by room.
I serve Springfield and the surrounding Sangamon County communities, including:
Springfield · Chatham · Sherman · Rochester · Riverton · Williamsville · Auburn · Pleasant Plains · New Berlin · Petersburg · Lincoln
If you're outside this area but in central or northern Illinois, contact me directly — I cover a 20-county service area and am happy to discuss travel for your inspection.
Don't buy a home blind. Get a thorough, professional inspection from an inspector who treats every property like it's his own family moving in. Call (309) 712-4189 or email chase@hoi-propertyservices.com.
Schedule an InspectionYes — Springfield is inside HOI Property Services’ 20-county service area, and Sangamon County is on the list. Chase Owen, an InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector, performs home inspections, radon testing, mold evaluation, and air quality testing throughout Sangamon County, with same-day digital reports.
Home inspections are priced by square footage: $400 up to 1,999 sq ft, $450 for 2,000–2,999, $500 for 3,000–3,999, then $50 per additional 1,000 sq ft. Thermal imaging is included at no charge. Radon, mold, and air quality testing can be added to the same visit. The online scheduler shows exact pricing for your property — no phone call required.
Same-day is the standard on every HOI home inspection — if the report isn’t in your inbox within 24 hours of the on-site inspection, the inspection is 50% off. Radon results follow the EPA-required 48-hour monitoring window; mold and air quality lab results typically return within 24 hours of the lab receiving samples.
Thermal imaging is included with every inspection (not an upsell), Chase holds 25+ InterNACHI certifications plus IICRC Water Damage Restoration and NORMI Certified IAQ/Mold Inspector credentials, reports are available in English and Spanish, and HOI carries a 5.0★ Google rating.
Utilize my professional services for thorough property inspections, guaranteeing safety and well-being. With over a decade of experience, I will ensure your readiness for home ownership. Additionally, I can provide mold and radon testing for your current or future residence.
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