"Buying a home is the largest investment most people ever make. A thorough pre-purchase inspection lets you set the emotion aside and decide based on the home's true condition."
A pre-purchase inspection is AccuPro's most-requested service — and for good reason. Before you commit to one of the largest purchases of your life, Tom Cely gives you a complete, impartial picture of the home's true condition, so you can move forward with confidence, negotiate from a position of knowledge, or walk away with clear eyes. Tom personally performs every inspection across the Central Savannah River Area, following the ASHI Standards of Practice and explaining every finding in plain language.
A pre-purchase inspection is a thorough evaluation of the home's visible and accessible systems and components — inside and out. Tom examines the roof, exterior, attic, walls, ceilings and floors, bathrooms, kitchens, laundry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, foundation and crawlspace or basement, and the grounds and irrigation.
Every finding is documented with clear, high-resolution photos and delivered in a written report free of jargon — typically within 24 hours. Tom also provides an informative post-inspection field summary of the major points and answers any questions or concerns you have. And because your peace of mind matters, one re-inspection of any agreed-upon repairs is included in the inspection fee.
Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, you walk away knowing exactly what you're buying — and what, if anything, needs attention.
It's hard to stay objective about a home you've already fallen for — the location, the layout, the way it feels when you walk in. That emotional pull is exactly why an independent, experienced inspection matters. A pre-purchase inspection replaces hope and assumption with facts.
Across the CSRA, the region's hot, humid climate and varied housing stock mean homes can hide issues that aren't obvious on a casual walkthrough — moisture and mold concerns, aging HVAC and roofing, foundation movement, and electrical or plumbing problems that a buyer would never spot. Tom's 15+ years in construction quality control, combined with 3,000+ inspections since 2014, mean he knows where these issues hide and what they mean for you.
The cost of an inspection is small next to the cost of a surprise repair after closing — and the leverage a documented inspection gives you in negotiation can be worth far more than the inspection itself. Knowing the home's true condition protects your investment and your family.
Under contract on a home is the most common scenario — most purchase agreements include an inspection period, and a pre-purchase inspection is how you make the most of it. Scheduling promptly gives you time to review findings, ask questions, and decide on next steps before contingencies expire.
First-time buyers rely on the inspection to understand a home's systems and what owning it will involve — Tom takes the time to explain things clearly so you start ownership informed. Experienced buyers and investors use it to confirm condition and protect their negotiating position.
Real estate agents across the CSRA refer their clients to Tom because his thoroughness, fast report turnaround, and plain-language explanations keep transactions moving smoothly toward closing.
From your first phone call to the report in your inbox — clear communication and no surprises at every step.
Call Tom at 706-840-4907. We'll answer your questions and book a time that meets your inspection-period deadline.
Tom performs a complete, careful evaluation of the home's systems and components, documenting every finding with photos.
You receive a detailed, jargon-free report — typically within 24 hours — plus a field summary of the major points.
One re-inspection of any agreed-upon repairs is included — so you know the work was done before you close.
A pre-purchase inspection is only as good as the inspector behind it. Tom's experience and credentials make the difference.
A South Carolina licensed Residential Home Inspector who inspects per the ASHI Standards of Practice on every job.
Real-world experience built since 2014 across the CSRA — and the eye for detail that comes with it.
15+ years in residential and light commercial construction quality control informs every inspection Tom performs.
Plain-language reports, a field summary of the major points, and one re-inspection of agreed-upon repairs included.
It's a thorough evaluation of the home's visible and accessible systems and components — roof, exterior, attic, walls, ceilings and floors, bathrooms, kitchens, laundry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, foundation and crawlspace or basement, and the grounds. You receive a detailed report with high-resolution photos documenting everything Tom finds.
Most pre-purchase inspections take a few hours, depending on the size, age, and condition of the home. Tom takes the time needed to do the job right — rushing an inspection defeats its whole purpose.
Reports are typically delivered within 24 hours of the inspection — written in clear, plain language and ready to share with your real estate agent or attorney as you work through your inspection period.
You're welcome to be. Following the inspection, Tom provides an informative field summary of the major points and answers any questions or concerns you have, so you understand the findings clearly.
One re-inspection of any agreed-upon repairs is included in your inspection fee — so once the seller addresses items you've negotiated, Tom can confirm the work was completed before you close.
Call or text Tom directly at 706-840-4907, or use our contact form. Tom personally handles all scheduling and is happy to answer any questions before booking.
SC License RBI 48737 • Certified Residential Mold Inspector • 3,000+ Inspections • Serving the CSRA Since 2014