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Hiring home inspectors in Clearwater: Costs and Checks
The four home inspectors we compare in Clearwater average 4.9 out of 5 from 1,576 public reviews. Get at least two written quotes for the same scope, and check what each leaves out.
What pushes the price up
Two quotes for the same job can be far apart. Usually that is because one includes things the other leaves out, not because one company is much cheaper.
Ask every company to price the same written list, so you compare like with like.
A good quote lists all of these
- Exact scope, materials and brand names
- Permit fees and who pulls the permit
- Electrical work, clean-up and repairs around the job
- Warranty terms, in writing
- Payment stages tied to finished work
The four we compare, on paper
From our Clearwater home inspectors comparison. Each one is best for something different.
| Business | Rating | Reviews | Years | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Leak LocatorsClearwater | 5.0 | 958 | – | Not published | Our quick choice |
| Affordable Inspections Inc.Clearwater | 4.8 | 326 (2021) | – | Not published | Most reviewed |
| SmartChoice InspectionsPalm Harbor | 4.9 | 68 (2021) | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
| Sec Inspection ServicesClearwater | 4.7 | 224 (2021) | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
Ratings and reviews from public review sites, checked October 31, 2026.Spot a mistake?
Local facts: Pinellas
Public and government data that adds context to the quotes you’ll get.
- $361,300Median home value: Median value of owner-occupied homes (ACS table B25077).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 75.3%Homes built before 1990: 46,028 of 61,123 housing units were built in 1989 or earlier (ACS table B25034, year structure built).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 49,998Households in Clearwater: Occupied housing units (one household per occupied home), ACS table B25003.Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- June 1 to November 30Atlantic hurricane season: An average season (1991–2020) has 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes.Public recordNOAA National Hurricane Center, Tropical Cyclone Climatology · 1991–2020 climate period
- 1978Median year homes were built: Half of all housing units were built before this year (ACS table B25035).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 58.6%Owner-occupied homes: 29,287 of 49,998 occupied homes are lived in by their owners (ACS table B25003).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
Figures from public sources, checked October 31, 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get two or three quotes for the same written scope
- Book outside the busiest season if the job can wait
- Ask about free estimates before anyone visits
- Paying a big deposit before work starts
Where these numbers come from
Ratings and review counts come from public review sites; local facts from the public sources cited above. No business paid to be mentioned.
Found something that looks off? Tell us. Read how we pick the four.
FAQ: costs in Clearwater
How is the top 4 ranking of home inspectors in Clearwater calculated?
Each business gets a score from its rating, review volume, recent reviews, years in business, profile completeness and record checks. The highest scores make the list. We compared 5 home inspectors for Clearwater. Paid placements never change the order.
Which of these home inspectors in Clearwater has the best reviews?
Florida Leak Locators has a 5.0 rating from 958 public reviews, the highest on this page.
Are these home inspectors licensed?
4 of the 4 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.
How many quotes should I get for home inspectors in Clearwater?
Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.
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Compare Clearwater’s top home inspectors side by side, then ask only the ones you pick for a quote.