Home Inspector in Golden, CO
Golden spans 1890s downtown Victorians, 1960s–70s ranches and foothills homes on steep lots west of town. Slope, drainage, century-old foundations and wells on the edges are the pattern. Justin inspects it with a structural engineer's eye and a buyer's deadline in mind.
What the housing stock tells an inspector before he arrives.
A wide spread from historic downtown to recent infill. Lot slope matters as much as age.
Golden's foothills lots add slope stability, retaining walls and surface drainage to the usual checklist. Justin reads tall foundation walls, walk-outs and how water moves across the site.
Sources: Jefferson County Assessor. Housing figures from assessor records on file.
Homes built between 1900 and 2000 have a known list. Justin works through all of it.
Beyond the standard InterNACHI scope, these are the items that show up again and again from downtown Golden to Genesee.
Tall foundation walls, walk-outs, retaining structures and surface water on steep lots.
Stone and brick walls, mortar, bowing and prior repairs downtown.
Clay from house to main in the older grid. Scope recommended.
Snow load, ice damming, hail bruising and ventilation.
Water quality testing available; septic referred to a licensed contractor.
Services available in Golden
Golden buyers on working with Justin
All reviews on HomeAdvisor →“Justin did a great job. He had quick availability, did a thorough inspection, and went above and beyond to talk through what some of the defects in our prospective new home might cost to repair.”
“Justin was great! Very thorough, showed and explained everything to me as he was doing it.”
“I have had the privilege of working with Justin Kast on numerous occasions, and his expertise is unmatched. He communicates clearly, provides thorough and accurate insights, and makes the inspection process seamless.”
“He was able to come the same day. He walked me through exactly what he was doing and what the next steps would be.”
Neighborhoods served
Downtown Golden · Golden Heights · Mesa Meadows · Stonebridge · Canyon Point · Table Mountain · Heritage Dells · Beverly Heights · Genesee · Lookout Mountain · Mount Vernon
ZIP codes 80401, 80403
Golden inspection questions
How soon can you inspect a home in Golden?
Usually within 2 to 3 days, including weekends.
Do you inspect mountain homes above Golden?
Yes, including Lookout Mountain and Genesee. Wells, septic and steep lots are routine.
How do you handle a 1900 foundation?
With an engineer's eye for what has moved, what has been repaired and what is still moving.
Is there a trip fee for Golden?
No. Golden is within the core service area.
Does Golden need a sewer scope?
Jefferson County averages well above the EPA action level, and the hogback geology makes Golden a hotspot. Yes.
Buying in Golden? Get on the calendar.
Same-week availability across the south metro. Thermal imaging available.
Inspections performed by Justin Kast, A+ Home Inspections, LLC.