Home Inspection in Palos Verdes, CA

I.OVERVIEW

Paragon Home Services inspects estate-scale homes across the Palos Verdes Peninsula — Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, and Rolling Hills Estates (90274, 90275) — offering both pre-purchase inspections and recurring maintenance inspections. Peninsula properties sit on large lots and steep terrain, so our licensed inspectors give particular attention to foundations, grading and drainage, aged sewer laterals, and retaining structures, then deliver a detailed written report with photos.

Paragon Home Services has served Palos Verdes homeowners since 2007 — 18+ years of home inspection experience specific to the South Bay's unique construction era, climate, and infrastructure. Every project is managed by licensed, W-2 technicians with the tools and expertise your home deserves.

II.LOCAL CONDITIONS

Why Palos Verdes Homes Need Expert Home Inspections

III.PROCESS

Our Home Inspection Process

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   Scheduling — we book around your escrow timeline (priority for active contingencies) or your maintenance calendar, and confirm access with the listing agent or tenant.

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   On-site inspection — a crawlspace-to-roof walkthrough of structure, roof and exterior, foundation, plumbing, electrical panel and wiring, HVAC, attic and insulation, windows and doors, and visible moisture or drainage issues.

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   Photo documentation — every finding is photographed and located so the report is unambiguous and defensible in a negotiation.

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   RED/YELLOW/GREEN grading — each system is triaged and, where useful, given rough repair-cost context so you can prioritize.

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   Written report within 24 hours — a clear, photo-documented report delivered fast enough to fit your purchase contingency.

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   Walkthrough call — we walk you through the findings and answer questions, so you know what matters before you sign or plan repairs.

IV.CAPABILITIES

What the Inspection Covers

• Roof, gutters, and exterior condition
• Foundation, structure, and visible framing
• Plumbing supply, drainage, and water heater
• Electrical panel, service capacity, and wiring
• HVAC — heating, cooling, and ductwork
• Attic, insulation, and ventilation
• Windows, doors, and moisture/water intrusion
• Drainage, grading, and site conditions
• Add-on: sewer lateral camera scope
• Add-on: moisture mapping and thermal imaging

V.PARAGON IN PALOS VERDES

Serving All of Palos Verdes

VI.FAQ

Home Inspection — Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a home inspection cost in the South Bay?

Most single-family home inspections run $375–$650 depending on square footage, age, and add-ons; larger estate properties on the Palos Verdes Peninsula run higher. Recurring maintenance inspections are quoted at a reduced rate. We give you a firm price before we schedule — never a surprise at the door.

What's the difference between a pre-purchase and a recurring inspection?

A pre-purchase (buyer's) inspection is a one-time report during escrow, written to fit your contingency and give you negotiating leverage before closing. A recurring maintenance inspection is a scheduled annual or semi-annual check for owners and landlords who want to catch problems early. Many clients do a buyer's inspection first, then switch to a maintenance schedule.

How fast do I get the report?

We deliver the written, photo-documented report within 24 hours of the visit, and we prioritize active escrows so it lands inside your contingency window. We can typically schedule within a few business days.

Can you camera-scope the sewer lateral during the inspection?

Yes — it's a common add-on and we recommend it on older South Bay homes and Peninsula properties. Aged sewer laterals are a frequent and expensive post-purchase surprise; a camera scope during the inspection can save you a five-figure repair.

Do you inspect condos and multi-unit / rental properties?

Yes. We inspect condos and townhomes (interior systems and the unit envelope) and handle multi-unit and rental inspections for landlords and property managers, including documented condition checks between tenants.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes — Paragon is fully licensed, bonded, and insured, with 18+ years of hands-on South Bay construction experience. Because we also do the repairs, our findings come with realistic, repair-grounded cost context.

What does a Palos Verdes home inspection include?

Roof and exterior, foundation and structure, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, attic, windows and doors, plus visible drainage and moisture issues. On Peninsula properties we focus on hillside grading, retaining walls, and aging sewer laterals — the most common big-ticket items here. You receive a photo-documented report.

Do you offer both buyer's inspections and recurring inspections?

Yes. We perform one-time pre-purchase inspections during escrow and scheduled recurring inspections (annual or semi-annual) for owners of estate properties who want to protect a major asset. Given Peninsula lot sizes and terrain, many owners keep us on a recurring schedule.

How much does a home inspection cost in Palos Verdes?

Estate-scale Peninsula inspections typically run $500–$900+ depending on square footage, lot complexity, and add-ons such as trenchless sewer camera inspection. Recurring inspections are quoted at a reduced rate. We confirm a firm price before scheduling.

Can you camera-scope the sewer lateral during the inspection?

Yes — and on Palos Verdes properties we often recommend it. Aged laterals on steep terrain are a frequent and expensive surprise, so a camera scope during the inspection can save you from a major post-purchase repair.

Do you check retaining walls and hillside drainage?

Yes — on the Peninsula they're central to the inspection. We assess retaining walls, grading, and drainage paths for signs of movement or water intrusion, since these are the highest-cost issues on hillside Palos Verdes lots and the ones most worth catching before you buy.

VII.CONTINUE

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