★ 6× Community Choice Award Winner

Home inspection.
Greenville, SC.

Veteran-owned. Same-day reports. Pay at closing.

From $375 · BBB A+ · Serving Greenville since 2013

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Greenville, South Carolina

We know Greenville homes.

Greenville is one of the fastest-growing markets in the Southeast, and it's one of the most diverse. From 1920s craftsman bungalows on Augusta Road to BMW-fueled new construction in Five Forks, no two inspections look alike. Candid has been working Greenville County for over a decade. We know the neighborhoods, we know the builders, and we know the specific issues red-clay houses develop. When you book a Greenville home inspection with us, you get an inspector who's seen this market for years, not someone reading the script for the first time.

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Community Choice Award
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$375
Inspections from
24hr
Report turnaround

Where We Inspect

Every corner of Greenville County.

Same pricing, same standard, same fast turnaround across every city and neighborhood we serve.

Greenville Greer Taylors Mauldin Simpsonville Travelers Rest Fountain Inn Five Forks Powdersville Easley

What We Look For

Issues we see in
Greenville homes.

After thousands of inspections in this market, here's what we know to check first.

Red-clay foundation movement

Greenville's red clay soil expands and contracts dramatically with moisture. We pay close attention to crawlspace piers, exterior brick veneer cracks, and interior drywall stress lines that hint at foundation issues, common in older homes from Overbrook to North Main.

Aging HVAC in 1990s-2000s builds

Many Greenville-area homes built in the 1990s and early 2000s are now hitting end-of-life on their original HVAC systems. We test airflow, refrigerant pressures, age of equipment, and efficiency, so you know if a $6-8K replacement is on the horizon.

Outdated electrical panels

Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels still exist in plenty of Greenville homes built before 1990. They're a documented fire hazard and many insurers won't cover them. We flag them every time and recommend replacement.

Rapid-build new construction defects

Five Forks, Simpsonville, and Powdersville are seeing massive new construction. Speed comes at a cost, we routinely find missing flashing, improper grading, framing shortcuts, and incomplete punch lists. New doesn't mean defect-free.

Drainage and grading issues

The Greenville watershed runs through countless properties. We check downspout discharge, lot grading, sump pumps, and crawlspace moisture levels, especially important in flood-prone areas near the Reedy River and Saluda watershed.

Historic-home surprises

Bungalows in Augusta Road, North Main, and downtown Greenville often hide knob-and-tube wiring, cast-iron drain pipes, asbestos siding, or lead paint behind charming exteriors. We know what to look for in pre-1940 stock.

Greenville Services

Everything in one visit.

All major inspections and specialty testing handled by the same Greenville team, no juggling vendors, no scheduling conflicts.

Pre-Purchase Home Inspection
From $375
Pre-Listing Inspection
From $375
CL-100 Termite Letter
From $145
Radon Testing
From $145
Water Quality Testing
From $195
Air Quality / Mold
From $300
Limited Septic
From $155
Thermal Imaging
From $135
New Construction (3-phase)
Custom quote
11-Month Warranty Inspection
From $375

From Greenville Clients

What Greenville says
about Candid.

★★★★★

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

Will Randall · Greenville, SC
★★★★★

We've used Candid for more than a decade, multiple personal residences, several rental property purchases, and even commercial buildings. On more than one occasion their insight has saved us six figures. 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. He was knowledgeable about homes built around our time and provided guidance for working with an older home. Could not recommend Mike and Candid enough!

Anna Ellett · Greenville

Greenville FAQ

What Greenville buyers ask.

How much does a home inspection cost in Greenville SC?
Standard residential inspections in Greenville start at $375 and scale with the size and age of the home. Most Greenville-area inspections fall in the $375-$525 range. Add-ons: CL-100 termite from $145, radon from $145, water quality from $195, mold/air-quality from $300. Get an exact quote in under a minute.
Do you serve Greer, Taylors, Mauldin, and Simpsonville?
Yes, and Travelers Rest, Fountain Inn, Five Forks, Powdersville, and Easley too. We cover all of Greenville County and the immediate surrounding areas. Same pricing, same standard, no travel surcharges within the county.
What are common issues you find in Greenville homes?
The big ones: red-clay foundation movement (especially in older homes), aging HVAC in 1990s-2000s builds, outdated electrical panels (Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels are still around), drainage problems near the Reedy River watershed, and rapid-build defects in newer Five Forks and Simpsonville construction. We know exactly where to look.
How fast can you inspect a home in Greenville?
Usually within 2-3 business days, with same-day and next-day slots opening regularly. Reports are delivered the same day as the inspection, typically within a few hours of finishing on site.
Do you offer pay-at-closing in Greenville?
Yes. Book your inspection now and pay nothing out of pocket, your inspection fee is collected at closing through your title company. One less thing to juggle while you're moving.
Do you do new-construction inspections in Five Forks and Simpsonville?
Absolutely. We do three-phase new construction inspections (pre-drywall, final walkthrough, and 11-month warranty) plus single-visit inspections for spec homes that are already complete. New doesn't mean defect-free, especially in fast-build markets.

Greenville · Ready When You Are

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