MMarisol & Tré W.
★★★★★
Found a crawlspace moisture problem the photos hid. Color-coded report made the must-fix items obvious. Negotiated $6k in repairs.
ReportSection 00 · Summary
Know the house before you sign for it.
Cedar & Iron Home Inspections delivers an independent, 200-point inspection of every accessible system — then a plain-English, color-coded Findings Report within 24 hours. Serving the Raleigh–Durham Triangle.
NC Lic. #4187 InterNACHI CPI · ASHI Report in 24 hours Thermal imaging included
Sample Inspection · 128 Magnolia Ct Interactive
8Systems
3Satisfactory
3Monitor
2Flag
FlagCrawlspace, NW corner
Active moisture in crawlspace
Standing water and a deteriorated vapor barrier were observed in the northwest crawlspace, with elevated wood-moisture readings on nearby joists. This is a conducive condition for rot and pests if left unaddressed.
RecommendationFlag for repair before closing: correct exterior drainage, replace the vapor barrier, and have a licensed contractor evaluate affected framing. Re-inspect after remediation.
Click a system on the diagram to see a sample finding
6,200+
Homes inspected
12
Years inspecting
200+
Points per inspection
24h
Report turnaround
4.9★
487 reviews
99%
Reports next-morning
NC Licensed · Lic. #4187InterNACHI CPI · Certified Professional InspectorASHI Certified · Standards of PracticeE&O + Liability Insured · $1M each, on file24-Hour Report · Photos + plain English
Section 01 — What we inspect
Eight systems, one ledger.
Every inspection works through the same eight systems and 200+ points. Each finding lands in the Findings Ledger as Satisfactory, Monitor, or Flag — so you always know what matters.
SysSystem & sample findingStatus
ROFRoof & GuttersPipe-boot seal weathering
MonitorEXTExterior & GradingCladding & grading in good order
SatisfactorySTRStructure & FoundationActive moisture in crawlspace
FlagELEElectrical SystemDouble-tapped breaker at main panel
FlagPLBPlumbing SystemWater heater approaching end of life
MonitorHVCHeating & CoolingAC delivering proper temperature split
SatisfactoryATTAttic & InsulationBath fan terminating in the attic
MonitorINTInterior, Doors & WindowsDoors, windows & appliances functional
SatisfactorySection 02 — Inspection types
For buyers, sellers & new builds.
Buyer’s
Home buyers under contractThe full 200-point inspection of every readily accessible system, with a same-/next-day Findings Report you can take to negotiation.
$385and up
Pre-Listing
Sellers preparing to listInspect before you list so there are no surprises at the buyer’s inspection — fix what matters, disclose with confidence, and protect your price.
$385and up
New Construction
Buyers of new buildsA third set of eyes on a brand-new home — at pre-drywall, final walkthrough, or both. New does not always mean defect-free.
$400and up
Section 03 — Sample report
See exactly what you’ll get.
No mystery PDF after the fact. Our reports are photo-rich, color-coded, and written so a first-time buyer and a seasoned investor both understand every line.
The Findings ReportCedar & Iron · NC Lic. #4187
128 Magnolia Court, Cary NC
8
Systems
3
Satisfactory
3
Monitor
2
Flag
Why Cedar & Iron
Independent. Clear. Fast.
Plain-English, color-coded
Every finding is Satisfactory, Monitor, or Flag — so you know in seconds what matters and what’s just maintenance.
Report within 24 hours
Your full photo report lands within 24 hours — most by the next morning — so you never lose negotiation days.
Thermal imaging included
Infrared moisture and electrical scanning is included on every full inspection at no extra charge.
Independent & unbiased
We don’t do repairs and we don’t take agent referral fees — our only job is to tell you what we see.
Licensed & certified
NC-licensed, InterNACHI CPI, ASHI certified, and carrying E&O plus general-liability insurance.
Walk-and-talk welcome
Join the last half hour and we’ll summarize findings on-site, then follow up with the written report.
The process
From booking to report in four steps.
Schedule in minutes
Pick a window online or text us a listing link. We confirm with your agent and coordinate access. Same-week and weekend slots available.
We inspect on-site
A 2.5–4 hour, 200+ point walkthrough of every accessible system. You’re welcome to join for the last 30 minutes — the walk-and-talk.
Findings Report in 24h
A photo-rich report, color-coded Satisfactory / Monitor / Flag, in plain English — most delivered by the next morning.
We walk it through
A free post-report call to answer questions and help you and your agent separate the must-fix from the maintenance.
Optional add-ons
Go deeper where it counts.
Radon Testing$145
A 48-hour continuous-monitor test for radon, the #2 cause of lung cancer. The Triangle has known elevated-radon zones.
Mold & Air Quality$285
Air and/or surface sampling sent to an accredited lab when moisture or growth is suspected.
Sewer Scope$245
A camera run from cleanout to main to find root intrusion, bellies, and breaks before they cost you thousands.
Termite / WDO Inspection$95
A wood-destroying-organism inspection with the official NC report (CL-100 style) lenders often require.
Thermal ImagingIncluded
Infrared scanning for hidden moisture, missing insulation, and electrical hot spots — included on every full inspection.
Well & Water Quality$210
Flow testing and a potability/bacteria water sample for homes on a private well.
Section 06 — Reviews
4.9★ from 487 reviews.
★★★★★
Dana found a crawlspace moisture problem the listing photos hid completely. The report was color-coded so we instantly knew the “flag” items from the “someday” items — and we negotiated $6k in repairs.
★★★★★
I’ve used Cedar & Iron on four properties now. The reports are the clearest I’ve ever seen and they’re in my inbox the next morning, every time. They never try to upsell repairs they could do themselves — because they don’t do repairs.
★★★★★
We thought a brand-new home didn’t need an inspection. The pre-drywall visit caught a bath fan venting into the attic and three missing framing connectors. Worth every dollar before the walls went up.
From the field
What we’re finding & sharing.
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97Where we inspect
Across the Triangle.
Raleigh, NCOur home base
Cary, NC15 min west
Durham, NC25 min northwest
Apex, NCSouthwest Triangle
Chapel Hill, NCWestern Triangle
Wake Forest, NCNorth Triangle