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A construction-trained inspector with a builder's eye.

Justin Rest. Owner, inspector, and the only person who shows up to your inspection. No subcontractors. No 'associate inspectors'. Just Justin.

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The Story

Justin Rest.

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL INSPECTOR · NACHI23070408

“For as long as I've been able to swing a hammer, I've been involved with construction.”

Growing up, every day off from school meant helping Dad with the business. Residential remodeling and construction, commercial construction, and even custom cabinetry. This hands-on experience is second to none for learning about homes as a system.

The transition to home inspection was a natural one. Same eye. Same toolkit. Same understanding of how a house ages. But now, instead of building or renovating, I'm protecting buyers from the things that someone else built or renovated, and didn't always do right.

Off the clock: two kids who keep me honest, a few cars in various states of project, and as much time on a mountain bike as Virginia weather allows.

Credentials

Current certifications,
licenses, and credentials.

Continuing education is how I stay calibrated. Every certification below is current and renewable.

01

Certified Professional Inspector

InterNACHI's flagship certification, requiring continuing education and adherence to a strict Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.

INTERNACHI · NACHI23070408
02

Virginia NRS License

Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia for New Residential Structures inspection. This is the credential required to inspect new-construction homes built under Virginia's residential code. Most home inspectors do not hold this license.

VA DPOR #3380002192 · NRS
03

NRPP Radon Measurement Provider

National Radon Proficiency Program credential. The nationally recognized standard for radon testing and reporting.

NRPP · Active
04

Roof Inspection Standards

Trained to InterNACHI's Standards of Practice for residential roof systems, including walking and non-walking inspections.

InterNACHI
05

HVAC Inspection

Certified to evaluate forced-air, hydronic, and heat-pump systems against operational and safety standards.

InterNACHI
06

Electrical Inspection

Branch circuit and panel evaluation against NEC reference points, including AFCI/GFCI verification.

InterNACHI
07

Plumbing Inspection

Supply, drainage, fixture, and water-heater inspection per industry-standard SOPs.

InterNACHI
08

Foundation & Structural

Trained to identify settlement, cracking, water intrusion, and load-path concerns common to Virginia housing stock.

InterNACHI
09

Crawlspace & Foundation Moisture

Certified to inspect crawlspaces with a focus on moisture, drainage, vapor barriers, and structural members.

InterNACHI
10

Exterior Inspection

Siding, trim, drainage, hardscape, decks, and grading. The often-overlooked perimeter that protects everything inside.

InterNACHI
Ready when you are

Let's get under your future home together.

Pick a date, including weekends and odd hours. Justin will be there with a flashlight, a ladder, and the kind of attention you'd give your own house.

“As a bonus, I usually get to make new friends under a home.” Justin Rest