
Meet Your Inspector
Before becoming an InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector, I built trails in the mountains of Maine and New Hampshire, flew Cobra gunships in the Marine Corps, and wrote a couple of award-winning books that help veterans and their families while I stayed home to raise our two awesome kids.
When I’m not providing my clients with peace of mind about their property, I enjoy surfing at Beacons, spearfishing offshore, and running throughout beautiful north county San Diego. I strive to provide my clients with the most accurate, thorough, and professional home inspection possible.
I’d be honored to do the same for you.Dan Sheehan
InterNACHI CPI #22071141
Home Inspection Services

Buyers Inspections
Starting at $375
Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you will ever make. Before you buy, you should have a home inspection to discover any potentially costly repairs the home might need. And if you already own the home, an annual inspection can help you address small issues before they become big, expensive surprises—and nobody likes those kinds of surprises.
Pre-Listing Inspections
Thinking of selling? Consider a pre-listing inspection to identify problem areas that buyers will use to demand reductions in your desired sale price. The information provided in my thorough, professional, and accurate home inspection increases your bargaining power and might save you thousands of dollars during negotiations with potential buyers.


Thermal Imaging
FREE with every inspection
The value of an infrared scan is that it can detect issues that are invisible to the naked eye before they erupt into a catastrophe. The infrared inspection camera I use is far more sensitive than the infrared sensors I used to rely on at night when flying my Cobra in Iraq. This powerful piece of technology allows me to scan for hidden moisture, insulation and electrical issues without even scratching your drywall.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a home inspection?
A home inspection is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a house from the roof to the foundation. Home inspections protect homeowners by finding problems while they are still small, protect home buyers by revealing problems they might not have noticed otherwise, and protect home sellers by increasing their bargaining strength during price negotiations.
How much does a home inspection cost?
My home inspections start at $300. The actual cost will vary based on the property’s square footage, age, location, and the presence of pools or ancillary structures.
How long does a home inspection take?
Home inspections generally take 2 to 4 hours to complete. The duration of a home inspection depends on many factors such as the size of the home, the condition of the home, and the ability to access certain areas of the home (roof, crawl space, attic, etc.).
Should I attend the inspection?
Although it is not necessary, I do recommend that clients attend the inspection so they can ask questions and learn more about the home. You will learn a lot from the inspection report itself, but I encourage you to attend!
What if the inspection report reveals problems?
It is important to note that no house is perfect. At the end of the home inspection process, I will provide a detailed report that describes the physical condition of the property with images and videos highlighting what may need repair or replacement. The information I provide allows clients to make informed decisions about the property. A home inspection is not pass or fail.
Are you a California licensed home inspector?
California does not license or certify home inspectors. Literally anyone can say they are a home inspector and take your money, so you’ll want to be certain they have the requisite skills and nationally accredited training before you hire them.
Are you a certified home inspector?
Yes. I achieved my Certified Professional Inspector designation after completing rigorous training with InterNACHI—the only post-secondary home inspection training program to be accredited by the US Department of Education through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training.
Helicopter pilot to home inspector—what’s the link?
Each of my thousands of accident-free flight hours began with the same thing: a thorough preflight inspection. I inspected my aircraft inside and out for hidden issues that might sneak up and bite me after takeoff and excelled at finding problems before they had the chance to kill me. I use the same sharp focus and dedication that kept me safe in the air to make sure that you, my client, have all the information you need to make educated and informed decisions with regard to your most valuable investment.
Will you make sure my home is up to code?
No, a home inspection is not a code inspection. Your home may have been built according to standards that were perfectly acceptable at the time but are now non-compliant. Determining code compliance is outside the scope of a home inspection. Rest assured, through, I’ll report anything I see that I consider to be unsafe or outside of current best practices.
What Else Can I Answer?
At ATP Home Inspections, my job isn’t complete until you feel comfortable and all of your questions and concerns are answered.