portland home inspectors - about us

Portland Home Inspectors - DBA Essential Home Inspecton Services, LLC - A local Portland, Oregon company. We specialize in providing home inspections for traditionally built single family dwellings, townhouses, condominiums and multiplex units.

Knowledgeable & Qualified - Certified by the State of Oregon, licensed by the Oregon Construction Contractors board, fully bonded and insured.

Experienced - Serving the greater Portland, Oregon metro area as home inspectors for the better part of a decade.

what we offer

Thorough Inspections - Whether it's one or two inspectors on the job we simply take the time to perform thorough, detailed and well documented home inspections.

Quality Reports - We utilize industry-leading software to format and assemble professional, computer-generated reports. Color digital photos are embedded throughout the report to serve as a visual reference. The home inspection report is delivered the same day via email in .pdf format.

Wood Destroying Organisms Inspection - A WDO inspection, commonly referred to as "pest and dry rot" or PDR, is included with each home inspection. A separate report is issued along with the main report.

Extended Service Area - Home Inspectors serving the Portland, Oregon metro area including surrounding cities and counties.

Multiple Inspections? Receive a 10% discount!If you require more than one inspection when trying to find the perfect home we offer a 10% discount when subsequent inspections are scheduled with us within 60 days.

scheduling and fees

Scheduling - Available seven days a week. Weekday and weekend fees are the same.

Fees - Our fee structure is very competitive and generally based on square footage with adjustments for type of dwelling, (condo, multiplex, etc), and new construction.

Flexible Payment Options - Include cash, check, credit card (via PayPal), and the option to bill escrow.

Licensing and Hours

CCB - Oregon Construction Contractors Board - #160724

OCHI - Oregon Certified Home Inspector - #821 & 918

If you have any questions for our home inspectors or would like to schedule an inspection please call us at 503-239-8514. Our extended office hours are generally 7A.M. to 7P.M. seven days a week. Thank you for your consideration.