Canal-front homes, docks, and new communities on Tampa Bay. Clay and his team inspect Apollo Beach homes from the seawall to the roof.
Apollo Beach is a waterfront community on the eastern shore of Tampa Bay in south Hillsborough County, known for its network of canals, boating lifestyle, and the nearby Manatee Viewing Center. Many homes sit directly on the water with seawalls, docks, and boat lifts, while newer master-planned communities have expanded the area inland. Tampa Bay Inspections, led by Clay Schleitwiler, CMI®, a Florida Licensed Home Inspector (#HI4562), serves home buyers, sellers, and homeowners throughout Apollo Beach.
Waterfront living brings waterfront inspections. Seawalls, docks, and boat lifts face constant exposure to salt water, tides, and storms, and repairs can be among the most expensive items on a property. Homes near the bay also face storm surge and flooding risks, so signs of past water intrusion deserve a careful look. Newer homes benefit from new construction and 11-month warranty inspections, and every home can benefit from a wind mitigation inspection.
Our seawall and dock inspections are visual evaluations, and we recommend a marine contractor or engineer when findings call for it. Clay and his team walk clients through their findings, explain everything in plain English, and deliver a detailed report with photos, typically the same day. Call 813-476-1561 to schedule your Apollo Beach inspection.
Here are the inspections Apollo Beach buyers, sellers, and homeowners request most. See all services →
Complete inspections for Apollo Beach buyers.
Visual evaluation of canal-front seawalls.
Docks, decking, and boat lift equipment.
Document features that may lower your premium.
Independent inspections for new homes.
Pool equipment, surfaces, and safety features.
Real Google reviews from Tampa Bay Inspections clients across the Tampa Bay area.
"Clay is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and detail oriented. He went above and beyond not only to perform our inspection, but he also educated us along the way."
"The report was detailed, easy to read, and delivered quickly, which made the whole process stress-free."
"Clay inspected our house and found things that I will never be able to find or address without his outstanding experience and professionalism. We found his work very thorough."
Based in Plant City, Tampa Bay Inspections serves Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Riverview, Gibsonton, and communities across the Tampa Bay area.
Answers to the questions Apollo Beach home buyers and sellers ask most.
Yes. Seawall and dock inspections are visual evaluations that can be added to your home inspection.
Yes. We look for visible signs of water intrusion, moisture, and past repairs, which is especially important in areas affected by storm surge.
Yes. We offer phase inspections during construction, a final inspection before closing, and 11-month warranty inspections.
Reports are typically delivered the same day as the inspection.
Call Clay at 813-476-1561, or use the scheduling form on our Contact page. Homeowners can also ask about a free consultation.
Based in Plant City and serving Apollo Beach and 44 more communities across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Polk counties.
FL License #HI4562 • Certified Master Inspector® • Since 2011 • Same-Day Reports • Serving Apollo Beach