Clear View Inspection Group

Clear View Inspection Group Clear View Inspection Group provides professional home inspections, radon testing, and termite inspections for buyers and homeowners in Central Ohio.

Inspections focus on observed conditions at the time of inspection and support real estate transactions. All of our inspectors have passed the National Home Inspection Exam (NHIE) and are fully licensed. The NHIE tests a home inspector’s knowledge of conducting a thorough home inspection as well as our skills in client relations, communications and report writing. We encourage (but don’t require)

our customers to attend the inspection and ask questions so they are better informed about their home purchase. We provide instant access to a thorough, unbiased, detailed, confidential and professional inspection report onsite or online.

08/12/2026

Not everything we find during a home inspection makes it into the report. 🦅

While I was on the roof inspecting a home in Central Ohio, this bald eagle decided to make an appearance on the roof next door.

After more than 20 years of inspecting homes, it’s pretty cool that the job can still surprise you.

No defect to report on this one—just an incredible moment I was lucky enough to catch on video.

If you enjoy coming along on real home inspections, follow the page. You never know what the next one will bring.

07/18/2026

You can’t inspect what you can’t see.

From the ground, this fascia looked perfectly normal. Once we safely accessed the lower roof, the weathered wood trim and failing paint became obvious.

This is one reason we physically walk roofs whenever conditions allow. A closer look often reveals conditions that simply aren’t visible from the yard.

Have you ever spotted something around your home only after getting a closer look?

👍 Follow Clear View Inspection Group for real inspection findings and homeowner education.


07/07/2026

This isn’t normal settling.

At first glance, it looks like a few cracked blocks. Look closer. Entire sections of this detached garage foundation have shifted several inches out of alignment, creating large openings and indicating significant structural movement.

Problems like this don’t happen overnight, and they’re exactly why a thorough home inspection matters.

Would you repair this garage or rebuild it? Let me know in the comments.

📍Serving Central Ohio
🏡 Clear View Inspection Group


07/06/2026

Would you expect to find moisture inside the electrical panel of a home that’s only about five years old?

Most buyers wouldn’t.

During this inspection, I found evidence of moisture intrusion at the top of the electrical service equipment where the service entrance conductors enter the enclosure. Additional signs of moisture were also observed at the main disconnect.

Electrical panels are designed to remain dry. When moisture enters the enclosure, it can contribute to corrosion, deterioration of electrical components, and reliability concerns that should be evaluated and corrected.

The age or price of a home doesn’t guarantee quality. Even newer homes can have installation defects or develop issues over time.

🏠 A home inspection isn’t about finding problems—it’s about helping buyers make informed decisions before closing.

👇 Would this concern you if you were buying this home?

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07/06/2026

It worked… but that doesn’t mean it was installed correctly.

A rusted garbage disposal can indicate long-term leakage, and plumbing drain connections should rely on proper mechanical fittings—not silicone—to remain watertight.

This is the kind of issue that’s easy to overlook during a walkthrough but can lead to ongoing leaks and cabinet damage over time.

🏠 A professional home inspection is about finding the things most people never notice.

💬 Would you have spotted this?

It’s never expected… but it’s always appreciated.One of the best parts of being a home inspector isn’t just inspecting h...
07/03/2026

It’s never expected… but it’s always appreciated.

One of the best parts of being a home inspector isn’t just inspecting houses—it’s meeting great people along the way.

Thank you, Heather and Scott, for the thoughtful gift card and, more importantly, for trusting Clear View Inspection Group with your new home.

Congratulations again, and I wish you many happy years in your new place! 🏡❤️ #🏡❤️ ゚

07/02/2026

Something’s wrong here… and it matters.

This chimney chase appeared noticeably out of plumb the moment I looked at the back of the house.

While a home inspection cannot determine the exact cause through a visual evaluation alone, a condition like this deserves further investigation by a qualified contractor.

One of the most valuable parts of a home inspection isn’t just finding hidden defects—it’s recognizing when something simply doesn’t look right.

Sometimes the biggest concerns are the ones hiding in plain sight.

👇 Have you ever noticed something on a house that just didn’t look right?


Both photos show the same radiant floor heating manifold.The first is what every inspector can see.The second, captured ...
07/01/2026

Both photos show the same radiant floor heating manifold.

The first is what every inspector can see.

The second, captured with a thermal imaging camera, helps verify heat is being distributed through the system.

While home inspections are primarily visual, technology like thermal imaging can provide valuable insight into systems that might otherwise be difficult to evaluate.

It’s just one more way we work to give our clients the most thorough inspection possible.

07/01/2026

Safety isn’t always obvious.

While entering this attic, I reached toward a framing member to steady myself and found several exposed nails projecting into the access area—exactly where someone might naturally grab for support.

It’s a simple condition that’s easy to overlook, but one that could easily result in an unnecessary injury.

Sometimes the hazard isn’t what you’re looking at…

It’s what you’re about to grab.

Have you ever had one of those moments where you caught yourself just in time?

07/01/2026

Not every home inspection uncovers a defect.

Sometimes it uncovers something you'll never forget.

At first glance, this looked like a beautiful built-in bookcase. A few seconds later, it revealed a hidden room tucked away behind it.

After inspecting homes for more than two decades, it's still fun to come across features that make you stop and smile.

So... if you had a hidden room, what would you turn it into?

📚 Library?🎮 Game room?🍷 Wine cellar?🛡️ Safe room?

Let's hear your ideas!


Address

2815 E Main Street
Columbus, OH
43209

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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+16145604802

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