Work directly with a State of Illinois licensed home inspector for thorough home inspections and specialized environmental testing — mold & indoor air quality, carbon monoxide, combustible gas, and moisture detection — across De Soto and all of Southern Illinois.
Whether you're buying, selling, building, or maintaining a property, having accurate and reliable information is critical. Real Spect Home Inspections delivers thorough inspections from an inspector who has personally completed more than 9,000 inspections across Southern Illinois over 29 years. Every inspection follows the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Standards of Practice and Illinois state standards, and is delivered in an on-site, computer-generated report that's free of technical jargon and easy to understand.
Real Spect also coordinates radon testing, termite (wood-destroying organism) inspections, and sewer scope through trusted partners — so you can arrange everything you need through a single point of contact.
Mold inspection and indoor air quality testing identify mold growth and the airborne conditions that affect the health of everyone living in the home. Real Spect examines the areas where moisture and mold tend to develop and evaluates the quality of the air inside the home.
Mold and poor indoor air quality can cause real health problems — and often point to hidden moisture issues behind the scenes. Because this is a Real Spect specialty, Eric emphasizes it in every applicable inspection, so you know exactly what you and your family are breathing before you commit to a home.
Carbon monoxide detection and testing checks for CO — a colorless, odorless gas produced by fuel-burning appliances and heating systems. Real Spect evaluates the conditions that can allow this dangerous gas to build up inside a home.
Carbon monoxide is impossible to see or smell, and elevated levels can be dangerous or even deadly. Testing is the only way to know whether a home's appliances and ventilation are keeping CO where it belongs — outside.
Combustible gas detection identifies leaks of natural gas or propane around a home's gas lines, fittings, and appliance connections. Real Spect checks the accessible points where leaks are most likely to develop.
A gas leak is both a health hazard and a serious fire and explosion risk. Catching a leak early — at a fitting, a connection, or an aging appliance — protects your home and everyone in it.
Moisture detection and testing reveals hidden water and damp conditions — behind walls, under floors, and in basements and crawlspaces — that a visual look alone can miss. It's closely tied to Real Spect's mold and air quality specialty.
Undetected moisture is where the expensive problems start: rot, mold, and structural damage all begin with water where it shouldn't be. Finding it early tells you what needs attention before it turns into a major repair.
A pre-listing inspection is a complete, top-to-bottom evaluation of a home performed before it goes on the market — the same thorough inspection a buyer would order, done for the seller first.
When you know what a buyer's inspector will find before they find it, you're in control. You can make repairs on your own terms, price the home accurately, and avoid last-minute surprises that stall or sink a deal at the closing table.
A new construction inspection is a thorough, independent evaluation of a newly built home before you take ownership — a fresh set of experienced eyes on the work before the builder hands over the keys.
Even brand-new homes have defects and unfinished work. An independent inspection catches those issues while they're still the builder's responsibility to correct — so they get fixed before closing, not on your dime afterward.
A pre-remodeling inspection evaluates a home's existing structure and systems before a renovation begins — giving you a clear picture of what you're working with before the first wall comes down.
Renovations are far smoother when there are no hidden surprises. Uncovering existing conditions — moisture, aging systems, or structural concerns — up front lets you budget accurately, plan the work properly, and avoid costly mid-project discoveries.
From your first phone call to final report delivery, here's exactly what to expect when you hire Real Spect Home Inspections.
Call 618-924-1982 or use our contact form. We'll answer your questions and book a time that fits your timeline — and offer a free, no-commitment cost consultation.
Eric evaluates the property thoroughly, following ASHI Standards of Practice and Illinois state standards. You're encouraged to attend and ask questions.
You receive an on-site, computer-generated report free of technical jargon — clear findings and recommendations you can actually use.
Questions after the report? Eric provides post-inspection consultation and honest repair advice, so you feel confident in your next steps.
Unbiased, accurate, and thorough inspections — explained in plain language you can actually use, every time.
Nearly three decades and 9,000+ inspections across Southern Illinois — Eric knows what to look for.
Every inspection follows the ASHI Standards of Practice and Illinois state standards.
Mold and indoor air quality testing is a Real Spect focus — protecting your family's health.
On-site, computer-generated reports free of jargon — easy to read and easy to act on.
Call Eric today • IL License #450.000678 • ASHI Standards of Practice • 9,000+ Inspections • Serving Southern Illinois for 29 Years