Dan Crocker
Providing Inspection Services for the North West Washington Area and Surrounding Communities.
Call Us: 360.766.7200
Email Us: dcrocker@brickkicker.com
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Meet Your BrickKicker Team
Franchise Owner / Inspector (RBC, ACI, CMI, SPI)
Dan Crocker
Dan is the owner of The Brickkicker Inspection Services of Northwest Washington. Dan’s background started before graduating from high school helping his dad and uncle remodel homes. For the next 32 years Dan worked in various types of construction as an; electrician, framer, builder, and construction manager. He has help construct airports, call centers, cable tv systems, satellite facilities, retail stores, homes, barns, and many custom projects.
In 2004 Dan started inspecting commercial and residential properties throughout Northwest Washington. Since then Dan has completed over 5,000 inspections. Dan’s credentials include Washington State Licensed Home Inspector #274, Washington State Licensed Pest Inspector #67747, Certified ASHI Inspector, and Certified Master Inspector. He also served as the President of the American Society of Home Inspectors for Western Washington.
There is no substitute for experience, a friendly voice, and someone willing to help. We are here to serve you.
Past President American Society of Home Inspectors Western Washington
Certified Master Inspector
Residential Building Consultant #2327
Washington State Licensed Home Inspector #274
Washington State Licensed Structural Pest Inspector #67747
American Society of Home Inspector Certified Inspector #243643
Your Trusted Home Inspector in the Northwest Washington Area
The BrickKicker in Northwest, Washington is a professionally trained and certified home inspection firm you can trust. Whether you may be a home buyer, seller or existing homeowner, The BrickKicker will fit all of your home inspection needs.
If you are looking for a qualified home inspector who will approach the job in a consultative unbiased manner, The BrickKicker is just the choice for you. Our trained inspectors will take the time to understand the client’s perspective and offer them a variety of home inspection choices that will fit their needs. We offer expert home inspections, comprehensive inspection reports, and home maintenance advice as well as unique reporting and peripheral services.
Home & Building Consultant
The Inspection Process
- Schedule an inspection by phone or online.
- You are invited and strongly encouraged to accompany Dan through your home during the inspection.
- You will receive his qualified opinion on the present condition, operation, and function of all major elements of the property.
- Once the inspection is complete, you will receive a comprehensive report with a descriptive overview (including pictures) of your home from the ground up.
Our Services
How We Can Help You
Residential Inspections
Having a residential inspection has become a key step in today's real estate transaction. Whether a high-rise condo, adjoining town-home, multi-unit dwelling or a large estate; The BrickKicker has the tools and resources to educate our clients in making smart decisions.
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Commercial Inspections
Commercial inspections involve a visual examination or readily objective visual examination of readily accessible areas, physical structure and operating systems of the space. This process occurs in a timely and efficient manner, giving clients the peace of mind to continue on with business.
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Environmental Testing
In today's world, consumers are more educated about the potential of harmful elements found in and around the places we live and work. The BrickKicker offers a series of different testing services that can be ordered with your inspection.
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Other Services We Specialize In
Many homes across the country are subject to shared occupancy with pest, mainly for shelter but others may use the home as a food source. It is only through a thorough and professional pest inspection that one can be confident any unwanted visitors do not set up shop within the home. These tests and inspections are often provided as a specific service through an outside professional source and considered beyond the scope of the standard inspection or home inspection license.
Most “New Construction” homes have undergone a rigorous municipal or code compliance inspection process, likely at least four “code” inspections. The BrickKicker new construction inspection goes beyond that, looking at the home for not only the functionality of the systems but those cosmetic and unfinished items as well. A new construction inspection will assist you with your Punch List creation and interpretation, helping to ensure your home is perfect before taking ownership.
Water testing is required with certain loan programs when the property is served by a private well. Laboratory testing can take several days to complete so check with your lender well before the end of your due diligence period. You should also remember that you do not have to live in a rural community or have a private well to be concerned about water quality. Older pipes could be dirty or clogged. Newer pipes could be constructed out of materials which are known to have issues. The BrickKicker is aware of these concerns and can either provide testing for you or help you arrange to have your water tested.
A modular home is one which was not built on site but rather trucked in and placed on the pad or home-site. This home was built in a controlled factory. These homes are typically constructed much differently than site built homes. They can require different HVAC equipment, different roofing as well as different plumbing and electric. Most are without foundations and are anchored to the ground.
Thermal imaging or the use of infrared cameras has become a very widely accepted practice of home inspectors. It is yet another tool to allow The BrickKicker to help you purchase your home intelligently. The thermal camera can help identify thermal openings in your home, possible plumbing leaks in the walls, potentially damaging cracks leaks in the foundation or even issues under low sloped or flat roofs. Unlike many of our competitors, we do not charge extra for using the tools that we have on hand. IR thermography is included with every home inspection.
FHA, VA and 203K are all types of loans which will require certain minimum standards be present before a loan is presented. Systems like: Heating, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Roof, Thermal and Weatherproofing all require certain standards be met. The BrickKicker inspector is certified to provide the necessary documents for each one of these. There is no reason to call for one, two or every three different contractors to provide these documents.