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Why Choose Us?
At Gold Shield Inspections, LLC, we are a family-owned and operated business dedicated to providing quality services to our clients. With over 20 years of experience, we have a passion for helping homebuyers and sellers on their journey, and pride ourselves on the personalized touch that only a small business can offer.
Brent and Sara, our certified inspectors, are dedicated to delivering thorough and detailed inspections, covering everything from Home Inspections to Radon, Mold, Pest, and Sewer Scope services in Eastern Iowa. Our service area includes Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Dubuque, Waterloo, and surrounding areas.
At GSI, we understand that trust is key when it comes to making such a significant investment as buying or selling a home. That's why we strive to provide you with the experience and expertise you need to make an informed decision. We believe in clear and open communication, so when you schedule an inspection with us, you will know who will be performing the inspection and what to expect.
Join the GSI family today and experience the quality and care that sets us apart. Let us help you make your home buying or selling journey a success!
5 Star Reviewed
As a small family owned and operated business our clients needs are put first. We work hard for our clients to give them the best service and affordability available. We are one of the top reviewed Home Inspection services in Iowa, check out our reviews online.
Top Reporting Software
We use the top reporting software on the market to give our clients a descriptive and easy to read layout. What sets our reports apart:
- Descriptive summary of the most important issues found.
- Information tab that includes model / serial numbers of appliances and HVAC equipment.
- Helpful ideas to maintain your new home.
- Agent tools built into the report to help promote quicker turn around.
- Pictures and videos of defects when applicable.
- 360 images of all rooms for a unique view of the property for our clients.
- Report delivered within 1 hour of the end of the inspection.
- Reports stored online for 5 years after the inspection.
Discounts Available
We offer the most discounts to our clients in Iowa.
ONLY one discount per client can be used. Below is a list of the discounts and their PROMO codes:
HERO - 20% OFF your home inspection for all Veterans, Teachers and First Responders (Police, Fire & Ambulance)
FIRST- $50 OFF your home inspection for all first time home buyers.
NEW- $50 OFF your home inspection for all new construction homes.
SENIOR- $50 OFF your home inspection for all clients over 65 years of age.
CONDO- $50 OFF your home inspection for all condo inspections.
NURSE- 10% OFF your home inspection if you are currently working as an LPN/RN .
Our Services
Residential Home Inspection
Residential Home Inspection
Residential Home Inspection
A general home inspection is a visual inspection for system and major accessible component defects and safety issues. The inspection is not technically exhaustive. A home inspection is designed to reflect, as accurately as possible, the visible condition of the home at the time of the inspection. Conditions at a home for sale can chan
A general home inspection is a visual inspection for system and major accessible component defects and safety issues. The inspection is not technically exhaustive. A home inspection is designed to reflect, as accurately as possible, the visible condition of the home at the time of the inspection. Conditions at a home for sale can change radically in only a day or two, so a home inspection is not meant to guarantee what condition a home will be in when the transaction closes.
Mold Testing
Residential Home Inspection
Residential Home Inspection
Mold is a byproduct of the breakdown of organic matter, such as plants, wood, and even food and certain beverages. The problem posed to humans by mold is their spores, which can be released into the air and land on damp surfaces indoors, where they will continue to grow, if the conditions are right. Mold growth left unaddressed can quickl
Mold is a byproduct of the breakdown of organic matter, such as plants, wood, and even food and certain beverages. The problem posed to humans by mold is their spores, which can be released into the air and land on damp surfaces indoors, where they will continue to grow, if the conditions are right. Mold growth left unaddressed can quickly spread and result in damage to the structure of a home. More importantly, mold can compromise the respiratory health of susceptible individuals.
Radon Testing
Residential Home Inspection
WDI Inspection
Radon is a radioactive gas that has been found in homes all over the United States. It comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation.
WDI Inspection
Pre-Listing Inspections
WDI Inspection
A WDI inspection not only checks for subterranean termites and dry wood termites but will also include wood destroying beetles and wood decaying fungi. Carpenter ants and carpenter bees are NOT reportable as a wood destroying organism.
Sewer Scope Inspection
Pre-Listing Inspections
Pre-Listing Inspections
A trained, professional inspector will run a specialized, flexible borescope camera, which feeds images and video to a monitor. Then, this camera is run through your home’s drainpipe, to examine the sewer lines and other underground pipes for any flaws, imperfections, or serious problems. Sewer defects can be one of the most costly repairs for a home owner.
Pre-Listing Inspections
Pre-Listing Inspections
Pre-Listing Inspections
A home inspection is a limited, non-invasive examination of the condition of a home, often in connection with the sale of that home. Our pre-listing inspection offers our clients a chance to address any potential defects that may show up during a home inspection from a potential buyer. By design our inspection report is designed to be eas
A home inspection is a limited, non-invasive examination of the condition of a home, often in connection with the sale of that home. Our pre-listing inspection offers our clients a chance to address any potential defects that may show up during a home inspection from a potential buyer. By design our inspection report is designed to be easily accessed as part of a home listing or easily posted QR code during open houses.