Your home is one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime whether buying, selling, or maintaining to protect the value of your investment. With a thorough and detail-oriented home inspection, you will move forward confidently. As a home inspector, I am certified by the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI), an organization that maintains and promotes high standards that are followed in this industry.
I also have over 20 years of commercial and residential licensed and bonded contracting experience. You will find that I am approachable and extremely conscientious of all aspects of residential and commercial structures. 95% of my business is from referrals. I am also licensed by the Washington State Department of Agriculture as a structural pest inspector (SPI).
I also have over 20 years of commercial and residential licensed and bonded contracting experience. You will find that I am approachable and extremely conscientious of all aspects of residential and commercial structures. 95% of my business is from referrals. I am also licensed by the Washington State Department of Agriculture as a structural pest inspector (SPI).
Services
I offer pre-listing inspections, new construction inspections, and inspections for buyers of commercial and residential structures. I inspect all the visible safety concerns and conditions of the primary structure features of your home or home to be.
Areas include but are not limited to the following: pavement on the property, foundation, siding, roof, gutters, water pressure, porches in entries, steps, decks, railings, doors, door hardware, floors, walls, ceilings, windows, kitchen and bathroom appliances, fixtures and plumbing, electrical switches and outlets, heating and cooling systems, power panels, water heater, laundry area, attached and detached garages, attic and crawlspace, and landscape including trees and shrubs.
Areas include but are not limited to the following: pavement on the property, foundation, siding, roof, gutters, water pressure, porches in entries, steps, decks, railings, doors, door hardware, floors, walls, ceilings, windows, kitchen and bathroom appliances, fixtures and plumbing, electrical switches and outlets, heating and cooling systems, power panels, water heater, laundry area, attached and detached garages, attic and crawlspace, and landscape including trees and shrubs.
I have lived and worked in the greater Puget Sound for over 40 years. Throughout my working career I have developed relationships based on trust, patience, and loyalty. My thoroughness, communication, and detail-oriented approach are among my strongest qualities. I have lived and worked in the greater Puget Sound area for over 40 years.
Reviews (10)
Merry Kogut
Jan 27, 2022
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I have used True North Home Inspections twice now and heartily recommend the company. The first time was for an inspection of a house I had made an offer on in Gig Harbor, Washington. I was so impressed by Bryan Zimmerman's detailed analysis - including pointing out innumerable things I never would have noticed or known about - that I hired the company a second time to give me a neutral analysis of the roof on my own house, to ensure that that I truly needed a new roof and wasn't being flim-flammed by roofers (I did need a new roof). While out to look at the roof on my own house, Bryan inspected
Ashley Walicki Cruz
Jan 20, 2022
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
My wife and I had to purchase a house sight unseen due to a last minute military transfer. Bryan was more than great when it came to explaining the completed inspections, and made us feel at ease about our move. He is very personable with an abundant amount of knowledge!
My wife and I had to purchase a house sight unseen due to a last minute military transfer. Bryan was more than great when it came to explaining the completed inspections, and made us feel at ease about our move. He is very personable with an abundant amount of knowledge!
Tammy Roadifer
Jan 05, 2022
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Highly recommend! Several months after purchase, we could not find the water shut-off valve, as the original one had been abandoned. Bryan searched his photos and records, in pursuit of assisting us with our dilemma. Bryan sent us pictures of the valve, which was in the most inconspicuous place. He was very responsive and professional and did not send a bill for the additional service. He actually cares, which is hard to find nowadays. If we buy another house, we will definitely use Bryan and True North Home Inspections again.
Agent Johnnie
Sep 12, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Incredibly responsive and professional service from Bryan Zimmerman at True North Home Inspections. Provided my realty client the most timely and informative inspection I could have asked for. He will definitely be my first call for any future inspections, and should be yours too!
Incredibly responsive and professional service from Bryan Zimmerman at True North Home Inspections. Provided my realty client the most timely and informative inspection I could have asked for. He will definitely be my first call for any future inspections, and should be yours too!
Ann M.
Apr 27, 2021
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Bryan is an absolute pro and it truly shows how much he cares for his clients... During our kitchen remodel the demolition crew uncovered a possible pest infestation. In a panic I called Bryan with True North for help. He was able to come out right away and inspected every nook and cranny before deeming us pest free. He was a wealth of knowlege and took time walking us through both the interior and exterior of the home educating us and making suggestions on how to bypass any future infestations based on the specifics to our home. When he was finished he refused to accept payment saying "You were
Jordan Armistead
Apr 04, 2021
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Having worked with Bryan dozens of times over the past few years I can confidently say that he is one of the top home inspectors I have been around. He is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to explain to clients exactly what the issues are as well as addressing things that could become issues down the line. He is extremely thorough and meticulous in his processes. His reports are detailed and easy to read and he is always available to answer any questions regarding the home after the fact. I highly recommend Bryan for residential, multi-unit and commercial properties.
Eric Colley
Mar 28, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Bryan has a long history in the construction business and has a wealth of information when it comes to home inspections. He is thorough, honest, and gets the job scheduled and done in a timely manner. The extra attention to detail is greatly appreciated and really is worth much more!
Bryan has a long history in the construction business and has a wealth of information when it comes to home inspections. He is thorough, honest, and gets the job scheduled and done in a timely manner. The extra attention to detail is greatly appreciated and really is worth much more!
Nikki Federanko
Mar 25, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
I used true north for a pre purchase inspection. He was extremely knowledgeable and thorough!! And because of his inspection I was able to determine that that particular house was more than I wanted to take on. I will continue to use Bryan to help me in my search for a new home!!! And there after for annual maintenance check ups.
I used true north for a pre purchase inspection. He was extremely knowledgeable and thorough!! And because of his inspection I was able to determine that that particular house was more than I wanted to take on. I will continue to use Bryan to help me in my search for a new home!!! And there after for annual maintenance check ups.
Kelsey Parks
Mar 24, 2021
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My fiancé and I purchased our first home last month and were recommended True North Home Inspections. In today’s hot market first time home buying is especially stressful, but Bryan made it a great experience for us. Extremely knowledgeable and timely he was able to work us into his schedule quickly so we could meet our offer timelines. He took the time to really walk us through in detail his report and insured we were comfortable with everything, catching detail that others had missed. I highly recommend using True North Home Inspections.
Lacie Ferris
Mar 22, 2021
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I am happy to recommend Bryan for a variety of inspections. Having a background as a contractor, Bryan is incredibly knowledgeable and thorough. Bryan is responsive to both realtors and customers. He is quick to respond to follow up questions and is a great resource to have. His inspection reports are easy to understand for the layman and well organized for easy reference.
