Why Construction Credentials Change Everything
The home inspection industry has a dirty secret: most inspectors have never built anything. They've been trained to observe and document, but they've never pulled a permit, framed a wall, replaced a roof system, or dealt with a Florida building inspector. That gap matters more than most buyers and sellers realize.
At SureHome, our inspectors come to every job with something different — the practical knowledge of a Florida licensed General Contractor and Roofing Contractor. When we find something, we don't just document it. We understand it. We can tell you whether it's a $200 repair or a $20,000 problem, whether it was done by a licensed contractor or someone's cousin, and whether it meets current Florida Building Code or was grandfathered in from a different era of construction.
What this means for you: Your inspection report isn't just a list of observations. It's an assessment from someone who has built and repaired Florida homes — and knows exactly what they're looking at when they find something that doesn't look right.
Licensed General Contractor — CGC1530959
Florida's General Contractor license is one of the most demanding construction credentials in the state. Earning it requires documented field experience, passing a rigorous examination covering structural systems, code compliance, project management, and Florida-specific construction law, and maintaining continuing education. When a SureHome inspector evaluates your home's structural components, electrical systems, plumbing, and HVAC — they're doing it with the same knowledge base they'd use to build or renovate that same home. That's a different level of assessment than a checklist-based inspection, and the difference shows in the reports.
Licensed Roofing Contractor — CCC1336594
In Florida's insurance-driven real estate market, the roof is almost always the highest-stakes component of any inspection. A roofing contractor license requires deep expertise in Florida's specific roofing systems, material standards, code requirements, and the failure modes that matter most in our climate — wind uplift, secondary water resistance, flashing integrity, and aging patterns under intense UV and humidity. When SureHome evaluates your roof, we're not guessing at what we see. We know exactly what correct installation looks like, what deferred maintenance looks like, and what a serious structural deficiency looks like — because we've worked on roofs, not just walked on them.
Our Certifications
Beyond our contractor licenses, SureHome's inspectors carry a full stack of inspection-specific certifications — each one representing additional training and examination in a specific area of home assessment.
- FL Home Inspector License #HI 11755
- InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector
- FL General Contractor #CGC1530959
- FL Roofing Contractor #CCC1336594
- Wind Mitigation Inspector Certified
- 4-Point Inspector Certified
- Electrical Inspector Certified
- Roof Inspector Certified
- Deck Inspector Certified
This credential set means a single SureHome inspection covers more ground — with more authority — than most competing inspections in Brevard County. We don't need to refer you to a specialist to evaluate your roof or assess a structural concern. We assess it ourselves, document it with photographs, and explain it in plain language.
What We Inspect
SureHome provides the full range of inspection services Melbourne and Brevard County homeowners need — from the comprehensive full home inspection to the specialized insurance documentation reports that Florida's property market demands.
Full Home Inspection
Comprehensive evaluation of every major system and component. Structural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, attic, and more. Detailed photo report delivered same day. Starting at $299.
4-Point Inspection
Required by most Florida insurers for homes over 20 years old. Covers roof, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing. Fast turnaround, insurance-ready documentation. $150.
Wind Mitigation Inspection
OIR-B1-1802 form completed and signed. Documents qualifying features that generate mandatory insurance premium discounts. FREE with any full home inspection.
Pre-Sale Inspection
Know what buyers will find before they do. Gives sellers the information needed to price accurately, repair strategically, and close without surprises. Starting at $299.
Serving All of Brevard County
SureHome is based in Melbourne, FL and serves all of Brevard County — from Titusville in the north to Palm Bay and beyond in the south. We offer same or next-day scheduling to meet the tight timelines of real estate transactions throughout the county.
- Melbourne
- Palm Bay
- Viera & Suntree
- Rockledge
- Cocoa & Cocoa Beach
- Cape Canaveral
- Titusville
- Merritt Island
- Satellite Beach
- Indian Harbour Beach
- West Melbourne
- Grant-Valkaria
First Responder & Military Discount
SureHome is proud to offer a discount for active and retired first responders, law enforcement, military, and veterans. It's a small recognition of the people who protect our community and our country — and it's our way of saying thank you.
To apply your discount, just mention your service when you call or submit your quote request. We'll take care of the rest. Call 321-722-7321 or request a quote online.