Massillon, OH Home Inspections for Century-Old Homes
36+ Massillon inspections · 1,300+ Google reviews, rated 5.0
Ohio-licensed home inspectors · ASHI & InterNACHI Certified · Serving Massillon from Medina, OH 44256
Inspecting Massillon’s century-old homes
Massillon, in western Stark County along the Tuscarawas River, has the oldest homes we inspect. The median year built among the Massillon homes we’ve inspected (NOPI’s inspection records) is 1914, and 73% were built before 1960. Citywide, the Census counts 15,379 housing units in Massillon, with a median year built of 1957; 33% were built before 1940 and 54% before 1960 (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25034 and B25035). Many are frame and brick houses from the canal-and-steel era near downtown and Lincoln Way, with a century of updates layered on.
Our Massillon sample is small (36+ inspections), so treat the add-on rates as a rough guide.
Homes like these have predictable weak spots, and we check every one of them:
- Knob-and-tube and early wiring: original wiring, ungrounded outlets, undersized panels and amateur splices.
- Balloon framing: open wall cavities from basement to attic, sagging floors and altered load paths.
- Plumbing: galvanized supply piping, cast-iron drains and possible lead service lines.
- Sewer laterals: 100-year-old clay lines can crack or root-intrude; a sewer camera inspection is a separate add-on.
- Foundations: stone and brick foundations with mortar loss, bowing and basement moisture.
- Chimneys and lead paint: masonry wear, missing liners, and deteriorating paint in pre-1978 homes.
- Termites and radon: 22% of our Massillon clients add a termite (WDI) inspection and 19% add a radon test.
These are general considerations for homes of this era, not a summary of inspection findings.
What we see in Massillon homes
1914median year built among the Massillon homes we’ve inspected
73% built before 1960 · 27% built 1960 or later
Source: North Ohio Property Inspection’s own Spectora job records for Massillon, OH (homes we’ve inspected; aggregate counts only, as of Nov 1, 2026).
Massillon housing market snapshot
Source: Redfin, Massillon, OH housing market page, three months ending September 2026 (homes sold is Redfin’s September 2026 figure), viewed Nov 1, 2026: https://www.redfin.com/city/12330/OH/Massillon/housing-market. Based on Redfin calculations of MLS and/or public records data.
Price ranges
| Inspection | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Home inspection (single-family) | Typically $325–$575, depending on size and age |
| Condo inspection (interior of unit) | Typically $275–$450 |
| Very large or multi-unit homes | Call for a quote |
Pricing depends on the home’s size, age and the services you choose.
Add-on services
| Service | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Radon test | Typically $149–$235 |
| Termite / WDI inspection | Typically $90–$160 |
| Mold / air quality test | Typically $225–$350 |
| Sewer scope, water testing & other services | Call for a quote |
Call or text 216-343-7151 for an exact quote, or book online to see your price.
What clients say
Extremely thorough and professional. The inspection report was detailed, clear, and included helpful photos of major structural, electrical, and plumbing items. It gave me the exact information I needed to negotiate properly.Michael Juarez, 9/24/2026
This was an incredibly easy process. Mark was phenomenal and explained everything in terms I could understand!Brian Marsh, 9/28/2026
Inspectors were on time, knowledgeable, friendly and took the time to explain everything- made the process remarkably easy.Santo, 9/22/2026
Massillon home inspection FAQ
How much is a home inspection in Massillon?
Typically $325–$575, depending on the home’s size, age and the services you add. Call or text 216-343-7151 for an exact quote.
What are the biggest concerns in a 100-year-old Massillon home?
With a median build year of 1914 among the Massillon homes we’ve inspected, the usual items are early wiring, old plumbing and sewer lines, stone or brick foundations, chimneys and framing changes from past remodels.
Should I add a termite inspection in Massillon?
22% of our Massillon clients have added one (a small sample of about 36 jobs). A termite/WDI inspection typically runs $90–$160. Call or text 216-343-7151 for an exact quote.
Should I test for radon in Massillon?
Yes. Ohio homes should be tested, and 19% of our Massillon clients add a radon test. A radon test typically runs $149–$235, lower when added to a home inspection. Call or text 216-343-7151 for an exact quote.
Do you inspect in Canton and the rest of Stark County?
Yes. See our Canton page; we also inspect in North Canton, Jackson Township, Louisville and Plain Township.
Can I attend the inspection?
Absolutely. Tag along and ask questions; your agent is welcome too.
How do I book?
Book online any time, or call or text 216-343-7151.
North Ohio Property Inspection · Call or Text 216-343-7151 · Ohio home inspector licenses: OHI.2019005432, OHI.2024002540, OHI.2025003412, OHI.2026003607