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in-slab clay ductwork

When you are buying a home built on a slab foundation, one of the most vulnerable and overlooked components is the ductwork embedded beneath the concrete. During a recent inspection, Mike from Tri-County Inspections uncovered a significant issue that would have gone completely unnoticed without a professional evaluation: cracked, deteriorating in-slab clay tile ductwork. These

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Bowing Basement Walls in Cleveland

When you’re in the process of buying or selling a home, few things can raise concerns like discovering bowing basement walls. But does this mean the deal is off the table? Not necessarily. Understanding what bowing walls indicate and the role a professional home inspection plays can make all the difference. What Are Bowing Basement

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In this video, Mike Vakos from Tri County Inspections is completing an inspection with chimney issues. He takes us through the exterior inspection of a house, focusing particularly on a masonry chimney. As he begins, he points out the noticeable issue with the chimney pulling apart from the house—a clear sign of structural concern. Mike

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Cleveland Flip Home Inspection

Plumbing issues are one of those things you do not want to uncover in your newly purchased home. Honestly, no homebuyer wants to uncover any issues at all after purchasing a new home. Flipped homes specifically may call for greater attention to the details. How can you avoid the headaches of costly plumbing repairs or

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Have you found yourself wanting to buy a freshly flipped and renovated home? While the “newness” and upgrades of the home may be very appealing, don’t get caught overlooking possible major mistakes. When a home is flipped or renovated to sell there is usually an aggressive timeline to finish it and get it sold. But,

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Do you need a home inspection for new construction? yes!

Yes. It is worth every penny to get a home inspection on your new construction home. No doubt. As we posted a few years ago in “Do I Need a Home Inspection for a New Construction Home?” and as Realtor.com published in Should You Hire a Home Inspector for a New House? you do not

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What Does a Drone Roof Inspection Cost?

According to Forbes Home, a drone roof inspection can cost between $150-400. So why does Tri-County Inspections include a free drone roof inspection with your standard home inspection?  During our general home inspection Mike and his team inspect more than 400 items and provide 200+ color photos across several categories including, but not limited to: •

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This Cleveland property investor highly recommends Tri-County Inspections for many reasons. She found she could trust the inspector, understand his report, and have a high quality inspection done quickly. No need to compromise on an inspection for your investment property. Tri-County can come through time and time again 100% satisfaction. Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Highly recommended!! Mike

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Is a Sewer Scope Inspection Worth It?

You’re buying a house and getting hit up for all kinds of inspections – a home inspection, a radon inspection, a pest inspection and now a sewer scope inspection?!? So how do you figure out if a sewer scope is worth it? In this video Mike Vakos shows us a sewer scope inspection that reveals

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Kerolos Ayad
25 October 2026
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I highly recommend mike answering any questions and very professional .
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16 October 2026
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Mike was amazing. He was very knowledgeable. I’ll use Mike again.
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Lora Atherton
15 October 2026
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Mike is great and incredibly thorough. He was very helpful and willing to answer any questions I had. I highly recommend contracting him for any inspection
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Katherine MacMillan
14 October 2026
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We had 2 amazing experiences with Mike. He is extremely thorough in his inspections. And he had a quick turnaround for our inspection report. He has amazing knowledge and it was easy to understand his report, and lots of information to help make decisions. 100/10 recommend!
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Ellen Gurley
8 October 2026
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Had a great experience with Mike. Very thorough and easy to work with, plus had great follow up. Thanks Mike!
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Ellen Vohsing
19 September 2026
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Mike arrived early and got to work right away. Very thorough and explained everything to me in a way I could understand.
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Jessica Kukura
18 September 2026
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Mike was incredible helpful and thorough with his inspection. We received our detailed inspection report fast. No only did Mike go over the results with us in person he also included very detailed pictures in the final report. We would highly recommend Mike to anyone in need of a home inspection!
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Kristen Urmetz
15 September 2026
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Mike was awesome. Went above and beyond expectations. Very detailed inspection and report. Checked every nook and cranny. Would recommend to anyone buying a home. Well worth the price, could end up saving you a mountain worth of debt.
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Justin Garver
10 September 2026
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Great company to work with. Very thorough
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Omar Mere
7 September 2026
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Mike was excellent. We’re purchasing our first home and he came out on short notice and did a thorough inspection of the home and stayed later than expected. Highly recommend to hire him for your next inspection
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