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Our View

Our vision is to expand upon the traditional home inspection, by offering a multitude of inspection and testing services as relates to a residential or commercial structure or property. We aspire to service each corner of a diverse market by engaging a wide-ranging client base. Whether providing a residential or commercial inspection, energy audit, radon, or water quality testing, we want to be able to answer the call and help guide our clients with an array of inspection and testing services.

Our Values

Accountability

Clients put their full trust in us to look out for their best interests. We believe reciprocating that trust through accountability the best way to nurture a professional relationship. Standing by our word, our clients deserve to have comfort in knowing that we are doing everything within our standards to be thorough and fair.

Integrity

Being unbiased towards and uninfluenced by external factors allows us to prioritize our client’s needs and interests.

Transparency

Our specialized line of work will uncover deficiencies related to the safety, operation, and condition of any given structure. Deficiencies with varying degrees of significance must be communicated as such. We pride ourselves on being an open resource to our clients by offering all insights we are privy to as an inspector. 

Ed Crahan

Owner

Growing up in Au Sable Forks, Ed spent 4 years away earning his degree in Business Administration from Juniata College. He brings to the table 16 years of experience in commercial weatherization as an installation technician, project manager, energy auditor, and project developer. Ed enjoys spending his free time with his family, and hopes to start hitting the golf course more often.

Testimonials

Had a great experience working with with Edgar. His priority is his customer. He provides a thorough inspection and comprehensive report that includes images and detailed explanations. I would refer Edgar to anyone who requires a home inspection.

Bucky L.

Not only is Edgar professional but he has a wonderful personality to go with it. He is very efficient in his inspections and his prices are very reasonable! If anyone needs a home inspection done, I would recommend him!

Jamie D.

Ed was a pleasure to work with. He was very flexible when our inspection had to be rescheduled. During the inspection he explained things very thoroughly, and made sure we understood what the main issues were. We received our report the very same night! I would definitely recommend Ed if you need any inspections done!

Jodi P.

Ed with Orchard View Home Inspections was the epitome of professionalism from initial contact, with excellent communication throughout the process. Day of the inspection, we arrived and Ed walked us through everything in great detail, and had a very thorough report within 12 hours! We would highly recommend Orchard View Home Inspections!

TJ K.

From the moment Ed picked up the phone he was all about friendly customer service. We got an appointment quickly. He was thorough and professional with his inspection. After he completed the inspection he reviewed his observations. He was very patient and thorough answering questions from 3 of us. I would highly recommend Ed Crahan.

Kathleen O.

I was highly impressed by the entire service, turnaround, and result of our inspection. Ed was an excellent communicator from the initial questions to get started all the way through explaining the detailed findings of the inspection. He’s very knowledgable and highly engaged in his work which makes it a pleasure to work with him, and ensures it’s someone you can trust with your home. Thank you Ed!

Felicia M.

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