Our market focus is Rapid City and areas north to Spearfish, and we'll cover other areas of the Black Hills on an availability basis. We deliver the very best Rapid City Home Inspection services in the area, at reasonable rates; especially for the quality of work provided. We serve a wide array of clients, particularly where risk mitigation is key and every buyer receives our utmost respect & effort.
That said, Black Hills Inspection Services is recognized as the go-to firm when excellence in performance is critical or demanded. We also get the call when Realtors seek inspections for themselves & family, & are always honored by this trust.
That said, Black Hills Inspection Services is recognized as the go-to firm when excellence in performance is critical or demanded. We also get the call when Realtors seek inspections for themselves & family, & are always honored by this trust.
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Bruce's depth of knowledge is bolstered by degreed engineering (a UM School of Mines honors graduate), complemented by business know-how, and backed by MBA education (Arizona State). So your BHIS home inspector will communicate clearly to you concerning your needs, at any depth. As a former home-builder, Bruce understands property conditions beyond generic inspection standards.
State of the Art Software: We've invested in top-shelf report-writing software that best delivers the information you really need. We don't approach our job from a volume-orientation that leads to a one size fits all check-off/ratings report. That style, which favors the inspector over the client due to its efficiency, is often found shallow & ineffective for most assessment needs.
We greatly appreciate the thorough inspection you provided and all the extra assistance you gave. Your were professional and so aware of our needs that you made a stressful situation so much easier! We could not have done it without you! My husband and I thank you for the thorough inspection and genuine kindness.
1. A home inspection is not a home appraisal; one establishes a value of a home usually for mortgage qualification, the other provides a client with critical analysis of a home's condition. 2. A home inspection does NOT yield a Yes/No "verdict". Rather, the home inspector informs the client of critical considerations from which the client will make informed decisions and, potentially, negotiation approaches.
Given the potential impact to health, liability, AND considerable investment risk; there is no better time to ascertain these concerns than now. Know exactly what type of property you are purchasing; that family, friends and/or employees are living & breathing in, and sort out resolutions. We especially encourage testing for radon, as it's perhaps the most serious health concern risk, due to its prevalence in Rapid City and the Black Hills area.
Reviews (10)
Big T. Hustler
Sep 02, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
There is a reason this place has all 5 star reviews. Bruce is hands down the most knowledgeable inspector I have ever met. He’s friendly, thorough, and explains everything he’s checking for. I would highly recommend him for any of your home inspection needs.
There is a reason this place has all 5 star reviews. Bruce is hands down the most knowledgeable inspector I have ever met. He’s friendly, thorough, and explains everything he’s checking for. I would highly recommend him for any of your home inspection needs.
Flying Sticks
Jul 23, 2021
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Positive: Quality
Home inspection performed on a complicated property before purchase. Extremely thorough. Because the inspector recognized the value and unique aspects of the property, I felt he focused on exactly the areas of concern to me. He also has expertise with well water and radon testing. Would use him again!
Home inspection performed on a complicated property before purchase. Extremely thorough. Because the inspector recognized the value and unique aspects of the property, I felt he focused on exactly the areas of concern to me. He also has expertise with well water and radon testing. Would use him again!
Mary Stevens
Jul 21, 2021
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Bruce at BHIS provided an extremely detailed and comprehensive inspection report that not only included potential issues but also included the positive qualities of the home for a well rounded report. Many valuable insights and photos were provided and I found very helpful. I have purchased several homes previously and his inspection report was by far the best!
Tracy Gardner
Jul 14, 2021
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Melissa Adams
Jun 24, 2021
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As first time homebuyers Bruce was amazing. Incredibly thorough and greatly informative. Felt we got a great education as we went through the the home we were considering. Easy to understand and a great spirit. We highly recommend Bruce and will request his services when our home comes along, as the valuable education he shared will remain with us as we continue our search. Thank you, Bruce.
Justin Bellamy
Apr 28, 2021
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Kelsey Peterson
Apr 21, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Bruce was wonderful to work with. He was extremely professional, easy to communicate with and very knowledgeable. He was thorough and made me feel comfortable that nothing was being missed during our inspection. He is a very kind and genuine person.
Service: Rental property inspections
Bruce was wonderful to work with. He was extremely professional, easy to communicate with and very knowledgeable. He was thorough and made me feel comfortable that nothing was being missed during our inspection. He is a very kind and genuine person.
Service: Rental property inspections
Erin Norman
Jan 29, 2021
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Bruce is very professional and wanted to make sure our potentially new home was everything we were paying for. He thoroughly performed the inspection and provided clear pictures and explanations of everything he looked at. Bruce was friendly and prompt in getting his report back to us in a timely manner. If you're looking for someone to perform an inspection on a house you put an offer on I would recommend Bruce any day.
Angela Gambino
Sep 18, 2020
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I would like to commend Bruce Bowden & Black Hills Inspection Service on the comprehensive & detailed inspection, and report of my soon to be home in South Dakota! Bruce came highly recommended and did not disappoint!
Bruce’s attention to detail, and explanation in a detailed report, with multiple photographs really was remarkable. He also took the time to call me and review the inspection report with explanations related to his findings. This really put my mind at ease, as I reside out of state.
Thanks Bruce and Black Hills Inspection Service for a job well done!
Bruce’s attention to detail, and explanation in a detailed report, with multiple photographs really was remarkable. He also took the time to call me and review the inspection report with explanations related to his findings. This really put my mind at ease, as I reside out of state.
Thanks Bruce and Black Hills Inspection Service for a job well done!
Chris G.
Jul 13, 2020
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Bruce was absolutely awesome. As first time home buyers, my wife and I approached the process very cautiously. Bruce's attention to detail, personable demeanor, and willingness to teach us things about the process were absolutely vital in purchasing our first home. His report was on time, and almost unbelievably detailed for a 24 hour turnover. He will not shy away from accessing difficult-to-reach parts of the house or letting you know his candid opinions about issues he finds. You can tell he knows his stuff both from a home inspector standards of practice standpoint, and as an engineer. He set
