Investor Property Inspections in Kansas City
Fast, focused inspections for rentals, flips and BRRRR deals across Greater Kansas City.
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For most investor purchases, we recommend our 5 Point Inspection, $275 for any home. It reports major defects only: roof, structure, mechanical systems, safety hazards and moisture intrusion. Add a sewer camera inspection (starting at $200 with an inspection), which 3 in 4 of our investor 5-Point inspections include. Buying a duplex or apartment building? Multi-family inspections start at $199 per building + $75 per unit.
Since 2019, Inspect KC has completed 500+ multi-family, investor and commercial inspections, including 90+ investor 5-Point inspections, most of them in the last two years. We own investment properties ourselves, so we know what matters when you’re running the numbers.
Which inspection fits your deal?
| Inspection | Starting at | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Point Inspection | $275, any home | Flips, BRRRR, buy-and-hold rentals. Major defects only, in a short report. |
| Residential (full) inspection | $329 and up | Rentals you plan to hold long term, or any home where you want every system and component documented. |
| Bundle & Save | $716 and up | Full inspection plus termite, radon, sewer camera and floor plan. |
| 5-Point or Complete Multi-Family | $199/building + $75/unit (5-Point); $299/building + $125/unit (Complete) | Duplexes, fourplexes and apartment buildings. |
See all pricing, including add-ons.
5 Point vs. full inspection
A 5 Point Inspection answers one question: what are the expensive problems? It covers five areas:
- Roof
- Structure
- Mechanical systems, such as the water heater, main electrical panel, air conditioning and furnace
- Safety hazards
- Moisture intrusion and leaks
It leaves out minor items like a loose cabinet door or a missing outlet cover, so the report stays short and easy to price out. A full residential inspection follows the InterNACHI Standards of Practice and documents major and minor items across the whole home. Choose the full inspection when you’re keeping the property for years and want a complete maintenance list, or when the home is close to move-in ready.
Flips and BRRRR rehabs
On a flip or BRRRR deal, the inspection sets your rehab scope. A 5 Point Inspection tells you whether the roof, foundation, electrical panel, HVAC and water heater belong in the budget before you close. Get contractor bids on what we flag. We don’t sell repairs, so our report has no stake in the size of your rehab.
What we find most often on investor 5 Point inspections
- Missing or non-working smoke and CO alarms. A quick, low-cost fix, but one you’ll want handled before a tenant moves in.
- Plumbing and fixture issues. Loose toilets, leaking drains and worn fixtures that cause water damage if they’re ignored.
- Grading, wood decay and envelope issues. Soil sloping toward the foundation, rotted exterior wood and broken windows that let water and weather in.
Rentals and older homes
The properties our investor clients buy tend to be older than the average home we inspect. The typical property on our investor 5-Point inspections was built around 1970, and nearly 4 in 10 were built before 1960. Age changes the risk: original wiring and panels, older drain lines, and roofs and furnaces that have been patched instead of replaced.
Sewer scopes on older rentals
A home inspection can’t see inside the main sewer line, and on an older rental, a broken or root-filled line is one of the costliest surprises. That’s why about 3 in 4 of our investor 5-Point inspections include a sewer camera inspection, and 7 in 10 of our multi-family clients do too.
Buying more than one property?
Call our office at 816-343-9562 and we’ll schedule your addresses together so your inspections fit your contract deadlines. For duplexes and apartment buildings, see our multi-family pricing.
Who inspects your property
Inspect KC is a team of certified inspectors, led by owner Bryan Standley, a Certified Master Inspector who began inspecting in 2016. With multiple inspectors on the team, we can cover several properties on a tight timeline. Meet the team.
Sample reports
- 5 Point sample report (pre-listing example of the 5-point format)
- 5-Point Multi-Family sample report
- Complete Multi-Family sample report
- All Inspect KC sample reports
Investor inspection FAQ
How much does an investor inspection cost in Kansas City?
Our 5 Point Inspection is $275 for any home. A full residential inspection starts at $329, and multi-family inspections start at $199 per building plus $75 per unit.
What does a 5 Point Inspection cover?
Major defects only, in five areas: roof, structure, mechanical systems (such as the water heater, main panel, AC and furnace), safety hazards and moisture intrusion.
Should I get a 5 Point or a full inspection on a rental?
Get the 5 Point if you want the big-ticket items fast and plan to renovate. Get the full inspection if you’re holding the home long term and want every system and component documented.
Is a 5 Point Inspection good for a flip or BRRRR deal?
Yes. It shows which major items belong in your rehab budget before you close, without a long list of cosmetic notes.
Do you recommend a sewer scope on investment properties?
Yes, especially on older homes. About 3 in 4 of our investor 5-Point inspections include one. It starts at $200 with an inspection.
Can you inspect a tenant-occupied rental?
Yes. The seller or manager should give the tenant the notice their lease requires and make sure we can reach the attic, mechanicals and every room.
Do the utilities need to be on?
Yes. Water, gas and electric should be on so we can test the furnace, AC, water heater and plumbing.
When will I get the report?
For single-family homes, usually the same day by email link. Multi-family reports are typically delivered the next business day.
Can you inspect several properties for one buyer?
Yes. Call the office and we’ll schedule them together. For duplexes and apartment buildings, see our multi-family inspections.
Ready to schedule your investor inspection?
Book online or call our office with your addresses and deadlines.
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We inspect investment properties across the Kansas City metro, including Independence, Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit and Raymore. Add a radon test or termite inspection to any property. See all the areas we serve.