6× Community Choice Award Winner

Reliable. Trusted.
Accurate.

Upstate SC's premier home inspection.

What matters is what's inside.

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Inspiring Confidence Since 2013

It's not the house.
It's what's inside the house.

For over a decade, Candid Home Inspections has helped buyers, sellers, and investors across Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Cherokee, and Union counties see the full picture before they sign. No surprises. No guesswork. Just a clear, honest, photo-rich report you can act on, usually delivered the same day.

For Buyers

Buying a home.

A pre-purchase home inspection from Candid is a top-to-bottom review of every system in the house, foundation, structure, roof, attic, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, crawlspace, insulation, windows, doors, and major appliances. You'll walk into closing with a complete picture of what you're buying, what needs attention now, and what can wait.

Same-day digital report In-person walkthrough Photo-rich findings From $375

For Sellers

Selling a home.

A pre-listing inspection puts you in control. Find out what a buyer's inspector is going to flag before your home hits the MLS, so you can fix the easy items, price around the bigger ones, and avoid last-minute surprises that can kill deals at the closing table. Our sellers routinely negotiate from a position of strength.

Pre-listing reports No surprises Top-dollar outcomes

Beyond the Inspection

Everything else, too.

Specialty testing and reports, handled by the same team, in the same visit. One stop for everything Upstate SC homebuyers and sellers need.

CL-100 Termite Letters
Required by most SC lenders for VA, FHA, and many conventional loans. Available standalone or with your inspection.
From$145
Water Quality Testing
Well water testing for bacteria, lead, nitrates, and pH. Lab-certified results in 5–7 business days.
From$195
Air Quality Monitoring
Mold-spore sampling for indoor air concerns. Helpful when you suspect water intrusion or unexplained odors.
From$300
Radon Testing
Short-term radon screening. Parts of the Upstate sit on EPA Zone 1 soils where elevated radon is common.
From$145
Limited Septic
Visual septic system inspection for properties not on city sewer. Critical for rural Upstate properties.
From$155
Thermal Imaging
Infrared scanning detects moisture intrusion, missing insulation, and electrical hot spots invisible to the naked eye. Available as an add-on with any inspection.
From$135

Why Candid

Six reasons
Upstate SC trusts us.

Twelve years. Three inspectors. One standard. Here's what sets us apart.

01

Veteran-owned, locally rooted

Founded in 2013 by a 10-year Army veteran. All three of our inspectors live in the Upstate and know the housing stock, from 1920s downtown Spartanburg bungalows to brand-new builds in Simpsonville.

02

Reports in your hands fast

Most inspection reports are delivered the same day, usually within a few hours of finishing on site. Photo-rich, hyperlinked, and viewable on any device. Your agent gets a copy too.

03

We walk you through it

You're not getting a 90-page PDF dropped in your inbox. We review every concern in person at the property, or by phone after, whichever works for your schedule.

04

Specialty testing, one visit

CL-100 termite letters, radon screening, well-water testing, and air-quality monitoring, all handled in the same appointment. One contractor, one timeline, one report.

05

Award-winning, A+ rated

Voted Community Choice Award winner six years running by Upstate residents. Twelve straight years BBB Accredited A+. Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce member. Fully licensed in South Carolina and insured for E&O and general liability.

06

Real, fair pricing

Get a transparent quote on our online scheduler, no contact form, no waiting. No surprise fees, no high-pressure upsells. The price you see is the price you pay.

Our Promise

No upfront cost.
No risk. No catch.

Three commitments that make it easy to choose Candid, and easier to recommend us.

Pay at Closing

Inspect now. Pay later.

Get your inspection done today and pay nothing out of pocket. Your fee is collected at closing through your title company at no extra charge. Move fast without juggling cash flow.

Money-Back

100% satisfaction guarantee.

If you're not satisfied with your inspection, we'll refund your fee. We stand behind every report we deliver, and we'll always make it right.

Service Discount

Service members & first responders.

Discount available on every inspection for active duty, veterans, reservists, police, fire, EMS, and healthcare workers. We're veteran-owned. Taking care of our own is non-negotiable. Just mention it when you book.

Veteran-Owned & Operated

Built on the same standard
we served by.

Discipline. Attention to detail. Integrity. The values that defined our service in uniform are the same ones we bring to every inspection, whether it's a starter home in Greer or a lake house on Hartwell.

2013
Inspecting since
A+
BBB Accredited
6×
Community Choice Award
100%
Veteran-owned
2024 Community's Choice Awards Best of Spartanburg Winner

Recognition

Voted Best of Spartanburg
six years running.

Six consecutive Community's Choice Awards from the people who matter most: the Upstate residents we serve.

The 2024 win is just the latest. Thank you, Spartanburg.

The Team

Inspectors you can trust.

Three full-time inspectors. Decades of combined experience. Every one of them lives in the Upstate.

GB
Grant Blackwell
President & Founder
10-year Army veteran. Founded Candid in 2013 on the principle that quality work and reasonable rates aren't mutually exclusive. Personally inspects properties across all five counties we serve.
MR
Mike Raborn
Lead Inspector
23-year Marine Corps veteran. Brings a sharp eye for detail and a knack for explaining what matters in plain English. Handles many of our buyer inspections in Greenville and Spartanburg.
BK
Bryan Kay
Licensed Inspector
HVAC industry background gives Bryan a deep understanding of mechanical systems. Family-focused, methodical, and genuinely cares about getting it right the first time.

Service Area

Across the Upstate.

Five counties. Same level of care, every visit. We know each market because we live in it.

Falls Park on the Reedy River, downtown Greenville SC

Greenville County

Greenville · Greer · Taylors · Mauldin · Simpsonville · Travelers Rest · Fountain Inn

From historic downtown Greenville bungalows to new construction in Five Forks, we know the housing stock here. Common findings: aging HVAC in older homes, drainage and grading issues in clay-heavy soils, and outdated electrical in pre-1970s properties.

Greenville home inspection details ›

Morgan Square, downtown Spartanburg SC

Spartanburg County

Spartanburg · Boiling Springs · Inman · Duncan · Lyman · Wellford

Heavy mix of pre-1980s housing in the city plus rapid new development out toward Greer. We see a lot of foundation movement, aluminum branch wiring, polybutylene plumbing, and roofs at end-of-life. Our home base is Inman, we cover this whole county daily.

Spartanburg home inspection details ›

Blue Ridge Mountains visible from Anderson County

Anderson County

Anderson · Williamston · Belton · Pendleton · Honea Path

Lake Hartwell waterfront homes, rural acreage, and growing suburbs around Anderson. Waterfront properties bring their own concerns, docks, retaining walls, well systems, and septic. We're equipped for all of it.

Forested mountain landscape, Cherokee County

Cherokee County

Gaffney · Blacksburg · Chesnee

Mostly rural with older housing stock and a lot of well-and-septic properties. Radon levels can run high here. We bundle radon screening, well-water testing, and septic inspections to make rural transactions simple.

Rural countryside at sunset, Union County

Union County

Union · Jonesville · Carlisle

Smaller market but it's home territory. Older mill houses, rural acreage, and modest single-family homes. Same thoroughness, same standard, no matter the price point.

Not sure if we cover you?

Just call

If you're in or near the Upstate, give us a call at 864-207-6073. We've made exceptions for the right project. Always worth asking.

From Our Clients

Twenty stories.
One standard.

Real reviews from real Upstate homeowners. Read every one, we're proud of them all.

★★★★★

Mike provided a phenomenal overview of our prospective home and helped us feel at ease with the necessary repairs. We would highly recommend for any home inspection need. Friendly, professional, and trusted service!

Will Randall · Greenville, SC
★★★★★

We've used Candid Home Inspections for more than a decade, multiple personal residences, several rental property purchases, and even commercial buildings. They're thorough, professional, and incredibly detail-oriented. On more than one occasion their insight has saved us six figures by uncovering issues that would've been costly mistakes. If you're buying in the Greenville, Taylors, Spartanburg or Greer areas, Candid is simply the best.

Amy Wasserman · Greenville area
★★★★★

Mike was diligent, reassuring, and professional. Explained everything in a way that made sense to an average person. He was knowledgeable about homes built around our time and provided us with guidance for working with an older home. Could not recommend Mike and Candid enough!

Anna Ellett · Upstate SC
★★★★★

Mike demonstrated a high level of professionalism throughout the entire inspection process. The service was well worth the investment, and every question I had was addressed thoroughly. Since it's my first house, I will definitely recommend.

Yasin Kara
★★★★★

We have worked with Mike twice, once as a seller and once as a buyer. He is extremely thorough and a pleasure to work with.

Jacob McMakin
★★★★★

Inspector reviewed results in detail, answering any questions with complete explanations. I did not feel in any way rushed and was satisfied with the overall process. Thanks!

Gwen Davis
★★★★★

Mike did a wonderful job for us! I like the fact that he took the time to go over the report in person with us.

Alice McCall
★★★★★

Mike was fantastic! Clearly very knowledgeable, Mike answered any questions I had. Super friendly guy, too. 10/10 would recommend to anyone.

Matt Nidiffer
★★★★★

Very detailed. Super polite. Top notch service. Saved us a lot of future problems.

Danny Crout
★★★★★

Mike was awesome! He reviewed the inspection details perfectly! Very nice guy, I would definitely recommend his services!

Alkesha Rogers
★★★★★

Amazing team. Mike and Grant gave us a thorough inspection and found things we'd never even dreamed of. Great crew, HIGHLY recommend!

Joseph Murdock
★★★★★

Bryan was very knowledgeable, capable and very customer-service-oriented. Very detailed inspection. Answered all my questions and concerns.

Charles Fleming
★★★★★

Mike and his team did a great job providing a thorough inspection, a realistic look at the home and a common-sense approach to what was important. Mike was professional and down to earth. Candid left me feeling like we got a good value for the money spent.

Matthew Fish
★★★★★

Candid was prompt, professional, thorough and detailed. I really liked how they have software set up to see everything online. When I had questions the inspector was readily available. Would definitely recommend and use them again.

Martin Mastruserio
★★★★★

Mike was fantastic! Thorough, professional, and explained everything clearly. I really appreciated how detail-oriented and patient he was with all my questions. I left feeling confident and well-informed about my new home. So pleased with the experience!

Caroline Cash
★★★★★

Great experience working with Mike at Candid Home Inspections. Scheduling was easy and I was able to get an appointment that worked with my schedule. He reviewed the inspection with me and was very thorough. The pricing was very competitive and fair.

Jennifer
★★★★★

It was a painless, thorough, and informative experience. Mike was punctual, organized, and very knowledgeable.

Jason Blackwell
★★★★★

Bryan did a great job and we liked his communication skills.

Sharm Samuelson
★★★★★

Candid Home has inspected a couple of times for us. They are professional and thorough. Not only are they good at what they do, they are good people. I highly recommend them.

Will Arndt
★★★★★

Grant is one of the ones. He's very professional and brings top-notch knowledge to your home. Would recommend to any friend or family member.

Walker Lathrop

Common Questions

Good questions.
Honest answers.

Everything Upstate SC homebuyers and sellers ask us most often.

How long does a home inspection take?
A typical single-family home inspection takes 2.5 to 4 hours depending on the size, age, and condition of the home. Larger homes and homes with crawlspaces tend to run on the longer end. We don't rush.
When will I get my report?
Most inspection reports are delivered the same day, usually within a few hours of finishing on site. Reports are digital, photo-rich, and viewable on phone, tablet, or desktop. Your real estate agent gets a copy too if you'd like.
How much does a home inspection cost in Upstate SC?
Standard residential inspections start at $375 and scale up with the square footage and age of the home. Add-ons: CL-100 termite from $145, radon from $145, water quality from $195, air-quality/mold from $300, limited septic from $155. Get an exact, real-time quote on our online scheduler, no contact form, no waiting.
Do you offer pay-at-closing?
Yes, at no extra charge. You can book your inspection now and pay nothing out of pocket. Your fee is collected at closing through your title company. Just select the pay-at-closing option when you schedule, or call us at 864-207-6073.
Do you offer discounts for veterans or first responders?
Yes. Active duty service members, veterans, reservists, police, fire, EMS, and healthcare workers all get a discount on every inspection. We're veteran-owned and take care of our own. Just mention it when you book.
Can I see a sample report before I book?
Absolutely. View a sample Candid inspection report to see exactly what you'll get, photo-rich, hyperlinked, and viewable on any device.
Do you do termite letters (CL-100)?
Yes. Our partner vendors are licensed to issue CL-100 termite/wood-destroying-insect letters required by most South Carolina lenders for VA, FHA, and many conventional loans. We can include it with your home inspection or do it as a standalone visit.
Should I be at the inspection?
We strongly recommend it, especially for buyers. We'll walk you through every concern in person at the end of the inspection and answer questions on the spot. If you can't be there, we'll do a phone walkthrough afterward, whichever works.
Do you inspect new construction?
Yes. We do new construction inspections at three key phases: pre-drywall (catch framing, plumbing, and electrical issues while they're still fixable), final walkthrough (before you close), and end-of-warranty (the 11-month inspection, your last chance to have the builder fix items under warranty).
What areas do you serve?
Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Cherokee, and Union counties, including Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Greer, Taylors, Mauldin, Simpsonville, Boiling Springs, Inman, Gaffney, Union, and the surrounding Upstate SC towns. If you're not sure, just call us at 864-207-6073.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. All Candid inspectors are licensed in South Carolina and carry full Errors & Omissions and general liability insurance. We're BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and have been in business since 2013.
Do you offer same-week appointments?
Almost always. We typically have availability within 2-3 business days, and same-day or next-day slots open up regularly. Book online to see real-time availability, no phone tag required.
What makes Candid different?
We're veteran-owned, locally based, and built on the standards we served by. We do thorough work, deliver reports fast, walk you through findings in person, and treat your home like it was our own. Twelve straight years with an A+ BBB rating tells the rest of the story.

Ready When You Are

Schedule today.

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