Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Home Inspection Experts in Northern California
Signet Home Inspections has been the Gold Standard in property inspections since 2014, completing over 4,000 inspections. We are committed to exceeding industry standards through affiliations with InterNACHI and CCPIA, the most prestigious associations in home and commercial inspection. Our team utilizes advanced technologies like infrared thermal imaging and drone inspections to deliver comprehensive assessments. We serve Northern California, including Auburn, Lincoln, Roseville, Nevada City, Grass Valley, Truckee, and surrounding areas.Our detailed reports feature color-coded summaries, photo documentation, and Repair Request Lists to ensure clarity and actionable insights. We maintain robust insurance coverage, including general liability and errors & omissions policies, with five times the minimum required coverage. Our mission is to provide exceptional customer service while delivering technically superior inspections that protect our clients' most significant investments.
Services
Buyer's Home Inspection
Luxury Home Inspections
Commercial Building Inspections
Infrared Home Inspections
Drone Inspections
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have completed over 4,000 inspections since 2014
- Our team holds InterNACHI and CCPIA certifications
- We utilize infrared imaging and drone technology for comprehensive assessments
- We offer 24/7 online scheduling and detailed Repair Request Lists
- Our insurance coverage exceeds state requirements by 500%
Associations and certifications
- InterNACHI
- CCPIA
What people say
Fantastic and communicative
Outstanding and professional
Detailed and precise
Knowledgeable and friendly
Exceeded expectations
Services
Buyer's Home Inspection
Our comprehensive buyer's home inspection evaluates all major systems including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural components. We identify safety hazards, maintenance needs, and potential repair costs to inform purchasing decisions. Our detailed reports with photo documentation help buyers understand property conditions and negotiate effectively.
Luxury Home Inspections
Specialized inspections for high-value properties examine custom features, advanced systems, and unique construction elements. We assess luxury amenities like pools, spas, and smart home technology while maintaining strict confidentiality for discerning clients. Our reports provide granular details required for premium property transactions.
Commercial Building Inspections
We conduct thorough evaluations of commercial properties for investors and developers. Our inspections cover structural integrity, mechanical systems, ADA compliance, and environmental considerations. Detailed condition assessments help clients make informed decisions about acquisitions, leases, or property management strategies for Northern California commercial assets.
Infrared Home Inspections
Using infrared technology, we detect hidden moisture, electrical hotspots, and insulation deficiencies invisible to the naked eye. This non-invasive method identifies potential problems in walls, ceilings, and mechanical systems without requiring destructive testing, providing critical insights for property maintenance and safety.
Drone Inspections
Our FAA-certified drone pilots capture high-resolution imagery of roofs, chimneys, and multi-story facades that would otherwise be inaccessible. This technology enables safe, efficient inspections of hard-to-reach areas while maintaining comprehensive documentation of exterior building conditions for residential and commercial properties.
People
Cole Temple
President/Owner
Cole Temple, a certified auto body technician and InterNACHI-certified inspector, has inspected over 2,000 properties. With expertise in building systems and construction, he brings technical precision and practical knowledge to every inspection while maintaining a commitment to continuing education.
Chelsea Horan
Office Manager
Chelsea Horan manages daily operations with over 20 years of customer service experience. Her organizational skills ensure smooth scheduling and client communication while balancing family responsibilities as a new mother.
Questions
What types of inspections do you offer?
We provide buyer's inspections, seller's inspections, luxury home inspections, commercial building inspections, infrared thermography, drone inspections, and 11th-month inspections for new constructions.
How do your inspection reports differ from competitors?
Our reports feature color-coded summaries, photo documentation with captions, Repair Request Lists, and custom commentary rather than generic templates.
Do you use specialized technology during inspections?
Yes, we utilize infrared thermal imaging for hidden moisture detection and drones for inaccessible areas like high roofs and multi-story facades.
Are your inspectors certified and insured?
Our inspectors hold InterNACHI and CCPIA certifications with continuing education requirements, and we maintain comprehensive liability coverage exceeding state minimums.
What areas do you service?
We serve Northern California including Auburn, Lincoln, Roseville, Nevada City, Grass Valley, Truckee, and surrounding communities in Placer and Nevada Counties.
How quickly do you deliver inspection reports?
Reports are typically delivered within 24 hours of inspection completion through our secure online portal or as downloadable PDFs.
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Reviews (5)
Lorra McCririe Realtor Extraordinaire
Jun 25, 2021
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As a Realtor I'm only as good as my weakest link. I endorse Signet Home Inspections because they hold themselves to a higher standard, they are professional and present information in a concise and reasonable manner, and they are very thorough. No one likes surprises. My clients are always extremely satisfied with their inspections.
Mary McDonnell
Apr 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Signet performs a thorough inspection. and good walk through. They have always been very professional with my clients. As a Realtor I appreciate being able to check availability on their calendar and make plans with out having to wait for call backs, etc.
Service:Pre-listing inspections
Signet performs a thorough inspection. and good walk through. They have always been very professional with my clients. As a Realtor I appreciate being able to check availability on their calendar and make plans with out having to wait for call backs, etc.
Service:Pre-listing inspections
Robin Nichols
Dec 04, 2020
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I trust Signet. Cole Temple always does a very thorough inspection and walk-through. He's also always available for any questions after the 50+ page, full-color report is sent to our clients.
Joe Bundy
Oct 17, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I highly recommend Kevin and Signet Home Inspections. I've had the pleasure of working with them twice and it's been a smooth and thorough experience each time. They're very accommodating with scheduling and extremely professional during the inspections.
I highly recommend Kevin and Signet Home Inspections. I've had the pleasure of working with them twice and it's been a smooth and thorough experience each time. They're very accommodating with scheduling and extremely professional during the inspections.
Kristen Adams
Jul 15, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Cole Temple does a great job on the home inspections. He's thorough and efficient. He's great with nervous clients who have lots of questions about his findings. The reports are very detailed and easy to read. I always book Signet.
Services:Manufactured home inspections,Multi-unit inspections
Cole Temple does a great job on the home inspections. He's thorough and efficient. He's great with nervous clients who have lots of questions about his findings. The reports are very detailed and easy to read. I always book Signet.
Services:Manufactured home inspections,Multi-unit inspections
