Trailblazer Home Inspections
Veteran-Owned, Certified Home Inspections in Minnesota
Trailblazer Home Inspections is a veteran-owned home inspection company proudly serving Farmington, Lakeville, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Rosemount, and surrounding Minnesota communities. We provide thorough, unbiased inspections for home buyers, sellers, and homeowners who want peace of mind before making one of life’s biggest investments.
Our certified inspections follow the highest industry standards and include detailed reports, same-day delivery, and clear explanations you can trust. Whether you’re buying your first home or preparing to sell, Trailblazer Home Inspections delivers reliable results you can depend on.
What we offer
At Trailblazer Home Inspections, we provide thorough, reliable home inspection services for buyers, sellers, and homeowners throughout Farmington, MN, and surrounding communities. Our certified home inspector evaluates all major systems and components of the home, giving you a clear understanding of the property’s condition and true peace of mind.
What We Inspect
A complete evaluation of your home’s major systems and components—plus the extra checks that help uncover hidden issues.
Added Features at No Additional Cost
These enhanced inspection steps are included in every inspection—no upsells, no surprises.
Structural Components
- Foundation and framing
- Roof structure
- Walls, ceilings, and floors
- Visible hazards reported with recommendations
Roofing
- Shingles, flashing, gutters
- Chimneys and skylights
- When safe, we carefully walk roofs
Exterior
- Siding, decks, grading, and drainage
- All accessible doors and windows checked (not a sample)
- Townhome shared spaces inspected like single-family homes
Interior
- Walls, ceilings, floors, stairs
- Smoke & CO alarms noted if they appear beyond 10 years
- Visible hazards reported with recommendations
Plumbing
- Supply lines, fixtures, water heater, drainage
- Filling fixtures can reveal issues basic checks miss
- Water softeners verified using hard water test strips
- Moisture meters help detect hidden water problems early
Electrical
- Panel, wiring, outlets, switches, GFCIs
- Main electrical service panel including subpanels
- All accessible outlets and switches tested (not one per room)
Heating Systems
- Furnaces and boilers inspected for operation and safety
- Combustion analyzers used for furnaces, boilers, and gas fireplaces
- We ensure furnaces produce safe, consistent heat
Cooling & Air Exchange
- Air conditioners tested when outdoor temperatures allow safe operation
- Air exchangers inspected even when standards exclude them
Insulation & Ventilation
- Attic and crawlspace insulation
- Bathroom exhaust fans confirmed working as designed
- Attics inspected thoroughly (not a quick peek)
Appliances & Extras
- Built-in appliances checked for basic operation
- Laundry appliances tested (often skipped in standard inspections)
- We verify if any permits remain open with the city
- Infrared scans included on every inspection to catch hidden issues
Your Inspection Report
After your inspection, you’ll receive a comprehensive digital report that’s easy to use and easy to share.
- Easy to navigate and understand
- Packed with high-resolution photos and clear recommendations
- Accessible online anytime, from any device
- Downloadable as a PDF for sharing with buyers, sellers, or real estate professionals
Advanced Inspection Tools
We use professional-grade tools to help uncover hidden issues that basic checks can miss.
- Moisture meters
- Infrared thermal imaging
- Gas leak detectors
- Other professional diagnostic tools, as needed
Included: Infrared scans are part of every inspection.
Early detection: Moisture meters help identify hidden water issues.
Residential Inspection Services
Choose the inspection type that fits your situation—buying, selling, or maintaining your home.
- Full home inspections
- Buyer and seller inspections
- Pre-listing inspections
- New construction inspections
- Annual home maintenance inspections
Radon Testing
Optional add-on coordinated through trusted, licensed third-party professionals.
Radon testing is not included in a standard home inspection. If requested, we coordinate testing through trusted, licensed third-party professionals during your inspection window.
Areas We Serve
Trailblazer Home Inspections proudly serves the Twin Cities metro and surrounding communities, including Farmington, Lakeville, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Cottage Grove, and more.
Don’t see your city listed? We likely still serve your area—reach out to confirm availability.
Why Pick Trailblazer Home Inspections
Trailblazer Home Inspections provides certified, professional home inspections throughout Minnesota, proudly serving Dakota County and surrounding communities including Lakeville, Farmington, Burnsville, Rosemount, Eagan, Apple Valley, Savage, St. Paul, and beyond.
Thorough, Unrushed Inspections
We never rush an inspection. By taking the time needed to evaluate every accessible system and component, we ensure nothing important is overlooked.
Advanced Tools Included
Every inspection includes infrared thermal imaging at no additional cost, helping identify hidden issues and providing greater accuracy and peace of mind.
InterNACHI® Buy-Back Guarantee
Every inspection includes InterNACHI’s Buy-Back Guarantee, giving you added confidence at no extra cost.
Permit Verification
Before your inspection, we verify with the city to determine whether any open permits exist, helping confirm that past work was completed properly.
Clear, Easy-to-Read Reports
Reports are delivered using advanced inspection software with clear explanations and high-resolution photos—easy to understand and easy to share.
Service & Community Commitment
We proudly offer a 10% discount to military and law enforcement members as a thank-you for their service (verification required).
When you choose Trailblazer Home Inspections, you’re choosing clarity, honesty, and peace of mind—every time.
Schedule Your Home Inspection →Ready to schedule your home inspection?
Contact us today to schedule your inspection—one of our certified home inspectors will connect with you right away to discuss your needs.
Trailblazer Home Inspections
612-425-9500
