North Olmsted, OH Home Inspections
110+ North Olmsted inspections · 1,300+ Google reviews, rated 5.0
Ohio-licensed home inspectors · ASHI & InterNACHI Certified · Serving North Olmsted from Medina, OH 44256
Inspecting North Olmsted’s post-war homes
North Olmsted, in Cuyahoga County, boomed after World War II, and its streets of ranches, split-levels and Cape Cods show it. The median year built among the North Olmsted homes we’ve inspected (NOPI’s inspection records) is 1965, and 33% were built before 1960. Citywide, the Census counts 14,131 housing units in North Olmsted, with a median year built of 1966; 5% were built before 1940 and 31% before 1960 (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25034 and B25035). Many of these homes are now 55 to 75 years old, with original systems replaced at different times.
We inspect throughout the city, from the neighborhoods around Great Northern Mall to the streets near the Rocky River Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks.
Homes like these have predictable weak spots, and we check every one of them:
- Basements and slabs: block wall cracking, past water entry and sump systems; slab ranches need attention to grading and ductwork.
- Mid-century electrical: ungrounded outlets, older panels, missing GFCIs and DIY additions; occasional aluminum branch wiring in late-1960s homes.
- Sewer laterals: 60-year-old clay lines can crack or take on roots; a sewer camera inspection is a separate add-on.
- HVAC and water heaters: aging furnaces, flue connections and water heater venting.
- Roofs and attics: layered shingles, ventilation and insulation.
- Radon: 25% of our North Olmsted clients add a radon test.
- Termites: 6% add a termite (WDI) inspection.
These are general considerations for homes of this era, not a summary of inspection findings.
What we see in North Olmsted homes
1965median year built among the North Olmsted homes we’ve inspected
33% built before 1960 · 67% built 1960 or later
Source: North Ohio Property Inspection’s own Spectora job records for North Olmsted, OH (homes we’ve inspected; aggregate counts only, as of Nov 1, 2026).
North Olmsted housing market snapshot
Source: Redfin, North Olmsted, 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/14718/OH/North-Olmsted/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
Home buyers inspection in North Olmsted including pest and radon inspections. … very professional and thorough. [He] took the time to explain the results to me in an easy to understand manner.Airielle B., North Olmsted
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
North Olmsted home inspection FAQ
How much is a home inspection in North Olmsted?
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 North Olmsted?
Yes. Ohio homes should be tested, and 25% of our North Olmsted 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.
What should I watch for in a 1960s North Olmsted ranch?
Basement or slab moisture, original electrical, aging sewer laterals, and furnaces, water heaters and roofs that may be past their expected life.
Is a sewer scope worth it in North Olmsted?
Often, for homes from the 1950s and 1960s with original clay laterals. It’s a separate add-on; call or text 216-343-7151 for a quote.
Do you inspect in Westlake too?
Yes. See our Westlake home inspection page.
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.
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North Ohio Property Inspection · Call or Text 216-343-7151 · Ohio home inspector licenses: OHI.2019005432, OHI.2024002540, OHI.2025003412, OHI.2026003607