Home Inspections Westlake OH
65+ Westlake inspections · 1,300+ Google reviews, rated 5.0
Ohio-licensed home inspectors · ASHI & InterNACHI Certified · Serving Westlake from Medina, OH 44256
Westlake home inspectors
Westlake is in Cuyahoga County, and we’ve completed 65+ Westlake inspections, including 11 in the last 12 months. Homes here sold for a median of $449,786 in the three months ending September 2026 and spent a median of 17 days on market (Redfin), so it pays to have your inspection booked as soon as your offer is accepted.
North Ohio Property Inspection is trusted throughout Westlake, OH and the surrounding areas as a top-rated professional home inspection company with 1,300+ Google reviews, rated 5.0. Our inspectors are Certified Professional Inspectors through ASHI and InterNACHI, and we follow the InterNACHI Standards of Practice. As we walk through your home inspection with you, we answer questions as they come up, and afterward you get a Spectora report with the findings we discussed and photos for reference.
Westlake’s housing is mostly late-20th-century: the median year built among the Westlake homes we’ve inspected (NOPI’s inspection records) is 1979, and 19% were built before 1960. Citywide, the Census counts 15,559 housing units in Westlake, with a median year built of 1983; 4% were built before 1940 and 18% before 1960 (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25034 and B25035). We inspect from the older homes near Detroit Road and the lake to the subdivisions and condos around Crocker Park.
Homes like these have predictable weak spots, and we check every one of them:
- Original 1970s-80s systems: furnaces, AC, water heaters and roofs reaching end of life.
- Wiring and plumbing by era: occasional aluminum branch wiring in 1960s-70s homes and polybutylene piping in some 1980s-90s homes.
- Basements and crawlspaces: cracks, moisture, grading and sump systems.
- Condos: interior-unit condo inspections typically run $275–$450; we focus on the unit and note visible shared-element concerns.
- Radon: 25% of our Westlake clients add a radon test, and Ohio homes should be tested.
- Termites: 9% add a termite (WDI) inspection.
These are general considerations for homes of this era, not a summary of inspection findings.
What we see in Westlake homes
19% built before 1960 · 81% built 1960 or later
Source: North Ohio Property Inspection’s own Spectora job records for Westlake, OH (homes we’ve inspected; aggregate counts only, as of Nov 1, 2026).
Westlake housing market snapshot
Source: Redfin, Westlake, 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/20680/OH/Westlake/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
Westlake home inspection FAQ
How much is a home inspection in Westlake?
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.
Should I test for radon in Westlake?
Yes. Ohio homes should be tested, and 25% of our Westlake 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 condos in Westlake?
Yes. A condo inspection (interior of unit) typically runs $275–$450. Call or text 216-343-7151 for an exact quote.
What do you look for in 1970s and 1980s Westlake homes?
Aging original HVAC, water heaters and roofs, era-specific wiring and plumbing, and basement moisture. The report notes apparent age and condition so you can plan and negotiate.
Do you also inspect in North Olmsted and Bay Village?
Yes. See our North Olmsted page; we also inspect in Bay Village, Rocky River, Avon and Avon Lake.
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.
Also serving near Westlake
North Olmsted · Avon Lake · Lakewood · Bay Village · Rocky River · Avon · North Ridgeville
North Ohio Property Inspection · Call or Text 216-343-7151 · Ohio home inspector licenses: OHI.2019005432, OHI.2024002540, OHI.2025003412, OHI.2026003607