Inspections that close deals — not kill them.

Madison's Largest and Fastest Growing Inspection Company For a Reason

Licensed and Trained Non-Alarmist Inspectors

Every inspector is fully licensed, insured, and trained to communicate findings without the scare tactics. We separate real concerns from cosmetic noise, so buyers stay grounded and deals stay together. Your buyer hears facts, not fear.

Same Day Reports - Guaranteed

You'll have the full report in your inbox the same day we inspect — no waiting, no chasing. Tight contingency windows stop being a problem. Your buyer can review, and move forward while the deal still has momentum.

Full Service Inspections - One Call To Handle It All

Standard home inspection, septic, well, radon, mold, sewer scope, termite — we handle every add-on under one roof. One scheduling call, one report, one invoice. No coordinating three vendors or chasing separate timelines.

Modern Reports That Are Clear and Easy to Read

Our reports use color-coded summaries, embedded photos, and plain-language explanations any buyer can follow. No 80-page PDFs of jargon. Buyers understand what matters, which means fewer panicked midnight calls to you.

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Nikole T
5 days ago
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Tyler was fantastic. He was super thorough and in-depth as he went through our home and explained his findings. He was very factual, and gave us all the information without underplaying or overstating what things we should keep an eye on or get fixed right away. He was very engaging and it was clear he took pride in his work. Absolutely would work with him again in the future.
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Stephanie Rose-Model
5 days ago
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Alan was amazing. This is my first time purchasing a home and he was thorough and explained everything in detail in a way I could understand. I would recommend him with 10 stars! Thank you again Alan!!
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Nathan Brinkman
6 days ago
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Very professional and thorough.
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L C
7 days ago
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Tyler was fantastic! He was extremely thorough during our home inspection and was punctual in calling me right away to walk through and explain all the discrepancies in detail. Highly recommend him for anyone needing a reliable home inspection!
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Harry Tran
8 days ago
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They were timely and very thorough with their inspection of the house we are purchasing They explained things thoroughly and answered all of our questions during the inspection. Specifically our inspector, Tyler did an amazing job. Very personal and straight to the point, exactly what you need! Would highly recommend them for anyone in the Madison area.
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Jo Anderson
10 days ago
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Tyler was very thorough in his explanations of what he found.
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Laura Simonson
15 days ago
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Matt was incredibly thorough, experienced, and took all my first time homeowner questions in stride. I appreciate the full report with priority labeling, saying what is a big issue vs not. Absolutely worth the money and peace of mind to know what issues are lurking in an older home. Matt went above and beyond to crawl in the attic, poke around in the basement, etc.
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Maxwell Lanier
20 days ago
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Tyler was very helpful, professional and thorough during the home inspection he did with me
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Christopher Carrano
21 days ago
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This was our first home buying experience and HomeStart was extremely helpful. They were thourgh and professional. Insightful and pointed out every future need me we might have with the home.
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Ru Olson
23 days ago
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Very respectful and through. I am not handy so I’m honestly kind of used to people talking down to me when I don’t understand something home-repair wise, but Alan was very patient and answered all my questions as best he could. I also got a nifty manual for being a first time home buyer

Free RepairPricer on Every Home Inspection

Get Quotes Withing 24 Hours With One Click

Every inspection comes with a complimentary RepairPricer report — real, localized cost estimates for every issue we flag. You walk into negotiations with hard numbers instead of guesses, and you have leverage backed by data.

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Why do top producers use HomeStart Inspections?

Largest Inspection Company in Madison

From one man shop to multi-inspector firm in three years. We have the process down, and help agents get to closing.

Report Published Same Day

Timing matters. We get reports out fast so you can keep momentum, and keep the deal moving.

Licensed & Certified

All of our inspections are performed by licensed, trained, full-time professionals. Their expertise and dedication ensure every inspection is thorough and reliable. This isn't a side gig.

Trust Clients with the Best In Wisconsin.

Trust your clients with the best inspection team in Madison. We've earned the confidence of top agents across the area by delivering clear reports, honest findings, and service that protects your deal — and your reputation.

We Make Inspections Easy

Schedule Online 24/7

Book inspections on your time — not ours. Our online scheduler is open around the clock, shows live availability, and locks in the appointment in under 60 seconds. No phone tag, no waiting for office hours, no "I'll get back to you."

Easy to Consume Reports

Buyers don't read 80-page PDFs — they panic at them. Our reports use color-coded summaries, embedded photos, short videos, and plain-language explanations. The serious stuff is flagged. The cosmetic stuff is labeled cosmetic. Buyers actually understand what they're looking at, which means fewer 11 PM phone calls to you and faster decisions on what to negotiate.

Non-Alarmist to Give You Latitude to Work

Every house has issues. The question is how they're communicated. Our inspectors report findings as facts, not catastrophes — no theatrics, no scaring buyers off a solid home over a loose handrail. You get accurate information delivered with the right weight, which gives you room to negotiate, educate, and keep the deal alive instead of putting out fires.

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Who You Recommend for Inspections Is a Reflection of You

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Nikole T
5 days ago
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Tyler was fantastic. He was super thorough and in-depth as he went through our home and explained his findings. He was very factual, and gave us all the information without underplaying or overstating what things we should keep an eye on or get fixed right away. He was very engaging and it was clear he took pride in his work. Absolutely would work with him again in the future.
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Stephanie Rose-Model
5 days ago
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Alan was amazing. This is my first time purchasing a home and he was thorough and explained everything in detail in a way I could understand. I would recommend him with 10 stars! Thank you again Alan!!
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Nathan Brinkman
6 days ago
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Very professional and thorough.
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L C
7 days ago
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Tyler was fantastic! He was extremely thorough during our home inspection and was punctual in calling me right away to walk through and explain all the discrepancies in detail. Highly recommend him for anyone needing a reliable home inspection!
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Harry Tran
8 days ago
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
They were timely and very thorough with their inspection of the house we are purchasing They explained things thoroughly and answered all of our questions during the inspection. Specifically our inspector, Tyler did an amazing job. Very personal and straight to the point, exactly what you need! Would highly recommend them for anyone in the Madison area.
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Jo Anderson
10 days ago
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Tyler was very thorough in his explanations of what he found.
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Laura Simonson
15 days ago
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Matt was incredibly thorough, experienced, and took all my first time homeowner questions in stride. I appreciate the full report with priority labeling, saying what is a big issue vs not. Absolutely worth the money and peace of mind to know what issues are lurking in an older home. Matt went above and beyond to crawl in the attic, poke around in the basement, etc.
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Maxwell Lanier
20 days ago
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Tyler was very helpful, professional and thorough during the home inspection he did with me
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Christopher Carrano
21 days ago
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This was our first home buying experience and HomeStart was extremely helpful. They were thourgh and professional. Insightful and pointed out every future need me we might have with the home.
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Ru Olson
23 days ago
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very respectful and through. I am not handy so I’m honestly kind of used to people talking down to me when I don’t understand something home-repair wise, but Alan was very patient and answered all my questions as best he could. I also got a nifty manual for being a first time home buyer
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Robert Poe
24 days ago
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Kyle did a septic inspection for my client's new home. He was efficient, and thoughtful explaining everything during the inspection. He handled all questions with quick and great answers. Kyle and his team at HomeStart will always be my go to inspection company. The best in the business.
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Teresa Foley
26 days ago
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HomeStart is excellent. They are thorough and easy to work with. We had a great experience and appreciated all the time spent explaining the report. Thank you 😊

Our Process

We go above and beyond to ensure the whole inspection experience is seamless. 

Schedule

Call, text, email or online. We'll get it done.
Step 1

Communication

We communicate the inspection with all parties and schedule on ShowingTime. Less on your plate.
Step 2

Inspection Day

We perform an exceptional inspection, with a great client experience. We have Supra access.
Step 3

Report Arrives

The inspection report arrives same day. We have recommended contractors embedded, and RepairPricer available.
Step 4