Monday, March 2, 2015

How much does a Home Inspection Cost in Ventura County?



When buying or selling a home in Ventura County, and in all other areas, it is always wise to obtain an inspection by a trained professional who can provide information about the general condition of the home.  

Inevitably, when seeking a visual home inspection, the question will come up - How much does a home inspection cost? 


While it's true that unique features of a home make the cost of an inspection increase or decrease, a good home inspection in Camarillo, Oxnard, Thousand Oaks, or any other part of Ventura County costs roughly the same.  

Based on information compiled from new clients who have used other inspectors in the past and from local realtors who have worked with several inspectors, below is an average of what a good inspection should cost:

  • For a single-family home that's approximately 2,000 square feet, you can expect to pay around $350-$400. 
  • For the same home, approximately 3,000 square feet, you can expect to pay around $450-$500. 
  • Condominiums and Town Homes are typically a little less because the scope of the inspection differs from a single-family home inspection. You can expect about a $25 - $50 discount.
  • Additional amenities, such as a pool or spa will increase the cost of the inspection by about $25 - $75.
  • Additional tests will also increase the cost. Tests like Mold, Radon or Lead-Based Testing differ in price depending on the size of the home. 
  • Some inspectors charge extra for two story homes and homes built before 1980. Also, some companies charge more for inspections in areas like Thousand Oaks than what they charge in places like Oxnard or Port Hueneme. Currently, Structure Inspections does not charge extra for any of these.


The cost of the inspection does not guarantee the quality of the inspection.  Higher does not always mean better, although lower sometimes does mean worse. Beware of inspections under $200. Often times these are the inspectors who are just mark yes or no on the report, or copy and paste generic comments to send a summary report right away. They are not actually looking our for the best interest of their clients. 

Aside from price, it is still important to consider the 5 Things a Good Home Inspector will have. As long as you have a general idea of what a home inspection should cost, don't seek the best price out there, because that might be the one to cost more in the long run if issues are missed. Instead, use the averages above to help you when looking for a good home inspector in Ventura County.  




Structure Inspections is built on 20 years of experience in the construction inspection industry.  Our main focus is making sure our inspections help our clients move forward by explaining how issues can be taken care of and providing them with the resources to do so.  Our experienced inspectors are certified, trained, and remain current with building practices to provide the best home inspections and commercial inspections in Ventura County, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles. We are just a phone call away from taking care of your next inspection! Call us today at (805) 815-3000.