For Realtors | San Diego Local Inspections

Hey There

Quick intro.

I built this company around how realtors actually work — and what their clients actually need.

For your clients, that means clear, plain-language reports they can understand on the first pass. Every finding has context: what's serious, what's routine, what's just normal for a house this age in this neighborhood. No 60-page panic. No jargon.

For you, that means easier conversations during negotiation. Calmer clients. A report that supports the deal instead of complicating it.

I know your reputation depends on who you refer. I take that seriously.

If any of this resonates, I'd love to talk. Even just a quick call or a coffee to see if this is a good fit.

Steven Knowlton Founder & Lead Inspector

Services

All four inspections,
in-house, one team.

No third-party referrals. No coordinating between vendors. One point of contact for the whole inspection.

Home Inspection

Full property assessment — structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliances, and more. Written for buyers, not contractors.

Termite Inspection

Branch 3 Operator #9838 — licensed in-house. WDO report with Section 1 & 2 findings. No third-party, no waiting on another company.

In-House Operator

Mold Inspection

Visual mold assessment and moisture mapping. Early detection before it becomes a deal-stopper or a post-close surprise.

Air Quality

Sewer Inspection

Camera scope of the sewer lateral. Root intrusion, cracks, offsets — caught before closing, not after.

Camera Scoped

Bundle services for one visit, one report, one inspector your client meets.

How We Work

Built around how realtors
actually work.

Same-Day Reports

You don't have time to wait three days for a report. Detailed reports with photos delivered the same day, every time. Your clients have what they need before the adrenaline wears off.

Direct Phone & Text

Call or text directly. No call center, no answering service, no waiting on hold. You'll always reach a real person — usually me. If I'm on a roof, I'll get back to you within the hour.

Built-In Repair Request List

Every report includes a clean, prioritized repair request summary your client can use during negotiation. No scrambling to pull one together yourself — it's already there.

Calm, Plain-Language Reports

We don't blow up deals with alarmist findings. Every issue gets context — what's serious, what's routine, what's normal wear and tear. Your clients leave informed, not panicked.

Training

Want me to come
to your office?

We offer in-office training sessions for realtor teams — covering how to read inspection reports with clients, common San Diego home issues by neighborhood, and how to handle tough findings during negotiation.

Free for offices we work with. Lunch usually included.

Reach out and we'll set it up

The Standard

The kind of inspector you can
confidently refer.

We measure success by one thing: whether your client walks away feeling confident in their decision — not scared of the house they just fell in love with. Every finding gets context. Every report ends with a clear picture of what actually matters.

No upselling. No scare tactics. No "you'd be crazy not to fix this." Just thorough, honest work and a same-day report your client can actually understand.

More on how we approach every inspection on our About page — and a full walkthrough of the process on What to Expect.

Coming Soon

A buyer's guide you can share with clients.

We're putting together a buyer-facing field guide — a co-brandable resource you can hand to first-time buyers to help them prepare for the inspection process. If you'd like a copy when it's ready, let us know.

Let's Talk

Want to grab coffee
or hop on a call?

No pressure, no pitch. If you've got a client who needs an inspection, let's get it scheduled. If you just want to meet first, that works too.

Call or Text 858-229-1531

Email sdlocalinspections@gmail.com

Ready to schedule? Book an Inspection

Built for realtors whocare about their clients.