Business Details
16 Years
experience
Professional Home Inspection Services in New Harmony, IN
Acclaim Home Inspection has served Southern Indiana home buyers and sellers since 2010, delivering comprehensive residential and commercial property inspections with unwavering professionalism. Our certified inspectors combine decades of construction experience with rigorous training to identify critical issues impacting property value and safety. We prioritize client education through detailed reports featuring full-color photos, plain-spoken explanations, and actionable recommendations.Our commitment extends beyond the inspection, offering post-report support to ensure clients fully understand findings. Licensed by the State of Indiana and affiliated with InterNACHI, we maintain strict adherence to industry standards while providing personalized service tailored to individual client needs. Our reputation for thoroughness, integrity, and timely delivery has earned consistent praise from realtors, mortgage lenders, and property owners across Southwest Indiana.
Services
Residential Home Inspections
Commercial Property Inspections
Radon Testing
Wood-Destroying Insect Inspections
Home Maintenance Inspection
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of construction experience in Southern Indiana.
- Our inspectors are State of Indiana Licensed Home Inspectors (#HI 01000020).
- We complete thorough inspections with full-color photographic documentation.
- Reports are delivered within 12-24 hours after inspection completion.
- We provide plain-spoken explanations of findings directly to clients.
Associations and certifications
- InterNational Assoc. of Certified Home Inspectors
- National Energy And Sustainability Institute
- American Home Inspectors Training Institute
What people say
Very thorough
Detailed report
Explained findings clearly
Flexible scheduling
Best home inspector
Services
Residential Home Inspections
Residential home inspections assess critical property systems including roofing, foundation, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and insulation. Our certified inspectors identify safety hazards, maintenance needs, and costly repair requirements while explaining findings in plain language. Clients receive detailed reports with photographic evidence to support informed real estate decisions for buyers, sellers, or homeowners.
Commercial Property Inspections
Commercial inspections evaluate structural integrity, mechanical systems, and code compliance for non-residential properties. We examine roofing, foundation, electrical systems, HVAC functionality, and potential safety violations. Our reports help business owners, investors, and lenders understand property conditions before transactions or major renovations while maintaining strict documentation standards for commercial real estate professionals.
Radon Testing
Professional radon testing identifies elevated levels of this radioactive gas through continuous monitoring during property inspections. We use calibrated devices to measure indoor air quality according to EPA standards, providing clients with clear explanations of health risks and mitigation recommendations. Test results become part of comprehensive inspection reports to ensure complete property condition awareness for homeowners and buyers.
Wood-Destroying Insect Inspections
These inspections detect evidence of termite infestations, carpenter ant activity, or other wood-destroying organisms during property assessments. We examine accessible structural components for active infestations, past damage, or conducive conditions while documenting findings photographically. Reports include recommended treatments or preventive measures to protect property investments from structural degradation caused by insect activity.
Home Maintenance Inspection
Maintenance inspections identify system inefficiencies, deterioration patterns, and safety concerns in occupied residences. We assess HVAC performance, plumbing functionality, electrical safety, and exterior conditions to create prioritized repair/maintenance plans. These evaluations help homeowners address issues proactively, potentially preventing expensive emergency repairs while maintaining property value through timely interventions.
People
Tim Barnett
Owner, Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)
With over 20 years in construction and remodeling, Tim Barnett leads Acclaim Home Inspection as a licensed Indiana home inspector. Certified by InterNACHI and the National Energy & Sustainability Institute, he emphasizes thorough evaluations and client education through detailed reporting. His expertise includes residential/commercial inspections, radon testing, and wood-destroying insect assessments across Southwest Indiana.
Questions
Why should I have a home inspection?
Home inspections reveal critical system conditions, safety hazards, and maintenance needs that affect property value. They provide buyers with negotiation leverage for repairs and sellers with proactive improvement recommendations to facilitate smoother transactions.
How do I choose a qualified home inspector?
Verify state licensing (Indiana #HI 01000020), industry certifications like CPI/InterNACHI qualifications, and field experience. Ensure inspectors personally complete reports and offer comprehensive access to all property areas during evaluations.
What services do you offer?
We provide residential/commercial home inspections, radon testing, wood-destroying insect inspections, and maintenance evaluations. All services include detailed photographic documentation and clear explanations of findings to support property decisions.
How quickly do you deliver inspection reports?
Clients receive computer-generated inspection reports with full-color photos within 12-24 hours after inspection completion. We prioritize timely delivery while maintaining thorough documentation of all observed conditions and recommendations.
Do you offer inspections for commercial properties?
Yes, our services include commercial property assessments evaluating structural integrity, mechanical systems, and safety compliance. These inspections help business owners and investors understand property conditions before transactions or major renovations.
Can I attend the home inspection?
Clients and realtors are welcome to attend all inspections. We encourage participation to observe findings firsthand and receive immediate explanations about property conditions during the evaluation process.
Reviews (7)
Allison Cain-Duce
Dec 24, 2021
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Acclaim was one of several inspection companies our real estate agent suggested during our home buying process. Timothy arrived early for the appointment and hustled the entire time I was present. He appeared to be very thorough, and took photos throughout the process. Once the inspection was complete, he went over some of his concerns with us and took my husband around the house to show him the details. We received the report through email the next business day, and it was, indeed, thorough. Color photos added to the explanation of his inspection report, which was well organized and easy to read
Christian Andersen
Mar 02, 2021
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Tim was extremely detailed and provided a very thorough inspection. He also took time to explain the inspection and allowed us to ask questions. Would defiantly recommend Acclaim and would use them in the future.
Bobby Stead
Jan 22, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Tim is an amazing inspector that takes as much time as needed to do things correctly. He also takes enough time to explain every detail and provides that same detail in writing. Couldn't invest without him.
Tim is an amazing inspector that takes as much time as needed to do things correctly. He also takes enough time to explain every detail and provides that same detail in writing. Couldn't invest without him.
Tyler Layne
Jan 13, 2021
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Positive:Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Inspection before a home purchase in 2018. On time , very thorough and explained what was in our report. I Trusted his report and appreciated his very professional attitude.
Inspection before a home purchase in 2018. On time , very thorough and explained what was in our report. I Trusted his report and appreciated his very professional attitude.
Will S.
Nov 23, 2020
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Tim has inspected two separate properties
for me over the past couple months - two because the first property had many hidden, serious problems that would have been very difficult to deal with later had we purchased that home. Tim's keen eye caught these things before they became my problem. So when he inspected the second property yesterday and said (remembering the first job he did for me) that this house was in better shape, I trusted him. I have already recommended him to my coworkers, he is very much worth hiring!
for me over the past couple months - two because the first property had many hidden, serious problems that would have been very difficult to deal with later had we purchased that home. Tim's keen eye caught these things before they became my problem. So when he inspected the second property yesterday and said (remembering the first job he did for me) that this house was in better shape, I trusted him. I have already recommended him to my coworkers, he is very much worth hiring!
Andy Rudolph
Oct 29, 2020
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Positive:Quality
The most complete, thorough, fair and genuine home inspectors Ive ever worked with. Id highly recommend them.
The most complete, thorough, fair and genuine home inspectors Ive ever worked with. Id highly recommend them.
Debbie Tucker
Sep 14, 2020
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Acclaim inspection is honest and thorough! Shay and Tim treat each client as if they were a friend or a family member!
