At Yankee Home Inspections, we provide home inspection services Bangor Maine to help buyers, sellers, and homeowners make confident decisions. Our certified inspections cover every major system of your home — including the roof, foundation, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and more — and we deliver detailed reports that are easy to understand. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply checking your home’s condition, our goal is to give you peace of mind and protect your investment.
Our general building inspections include a full visual evaluation of your property, covering:
Roof, vents, flashing, gutters, and downspouts
Chimney, skylights, decks, porches, railings, and walkways
Foundation, basement, crawlspaces, grading, and drainage
Heating and cooling systems
Plumbing fixtures, shut-off valves, water heater
Electrical service line, panels, breakers, GFCIs, and AFCIs
Interior walls, ceilings, windows, and doors
Attic insulation and ventilation
Garage doors, safety sensors, and openers
Fireplace and chimney
Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that seeps into homes through the foundation and is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. Our professional radon air testing measures radon levels over time and provides clear results so you can take action to protect your family’s health.
Helps reduce the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.
Professional testing with accurate, easy-to-read results
Peace of mind knowing if mitigation is needed
Radon can dissolve into well water and release harmful gas into the air when you shower, cook, or do laundry. Our professional radon water testing identifies unsafe levels and gives you clear steps to keep your drinking water and indoor air safe.
Hidden sewer line issues can cause backups, flooding, and expensive repairs. Our sewer scope inspection uses a specialized camera to spot problems early.
Key Benefits:
Detects clogs, cracks, tree roots, and other blockages
Saves money by finding issues before they become emergencies
Provides video evidence for repairs or negotiations
A maintenance-level septic inspection evaluates system components and helps determine if routine servicing is needed to avoid costly failures.
Key Benefits:
Locates and evaluates septic system components
Identifies maintenance needs like pumping or repairs
Helps protect property value and prevent system failure
Your family’s health depends on clean, safe drinking water. Our professional water quality testing checks for bacteria, minerals, and contaminants that could affect taste, smell, and safety — giving you peace of mind with every sip.
Key Benefits:
Tests for bacteria, nitrates, hardness, pH, and other contaminants
Identifies issues that impact water taste, smell, or safety
Provides a clear, easy-to-read water report with recommendations
Helps you decide if filtration or treatment is needed
Not all problems in a home are visible to the naked eye. Our Infrared Thermal Imaging uses advanced thermal cameras to detect subtle changes in surface temperature, revealing hidden issues behind walls, ceilings, and floors before they turn into major problems.
Key Benefits:
Find Hidden Moisture: Detects leaks and water intrusion that could lead to mold growth, even before there are visible stains.
Improve Energy Efficiency: Identifies missing or damaged insulation and air leaks so you can lower heating and cooling costs.
Ensure Electrical Safety: Spots overheating wires, breakers, or connections that could pose a fire risk.
Non-Invasive: No need to tear open walls — get answers quickly without causing damage.
Peace of Mind: Provides clear images and documentation so you can address issues with confidence.
We provide HUD-compliant foundation and addition certification services for manufactured homes. Our reports meet FHA, VA, USDA, and conventional financing requirements, ensuring proper installation and structural integrity. Our process begins with a thorough visual inspection of the foundation, piers, anchors, and additions. The findings are reviewed by a licensed engineer to verify compliance with HUD permanent foundation standards. Once approved, a formal certification report is issued, giving homeowners, buyers, and lenders confidence in the safety, stability, and compliance of the home.
