From 1920s bungalows in Old Northeast to waterfront homes and downtown condos, Clay and his team inspect St. Pete homes of every kind.
St. Petersburg, the Sunshine City, is the largest city in Pinellas County, with a lively downtown waterfront, museums, and neighborhoods full of character. Historic areas like Old Northeast and Kenwood are known for their 1920s bungalows, while waterfront neighborhoods line the bay and canals, and downtown is filled with condos and townhomes. Tampa Bay Inspections, led by Clay Schleitwiler, CMI®, a Florida Licensed Home Inspector (#HI4562), serves home buyers, sellers, and homeowners throughout St. Petersburg.
St. Pete's homes face real challenges. Storm surge from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024 flooded many neighborhoods, so buyers should look closely at signs of past water intrusion and the quality of repairs. Older homes often need a four-point inspection for insurance, and every home benefits from a wind mitigation inspection. Waterfront properties have seawalls and docks that deserve their own evaluation, and condo buyers benefit from a unit-focused inspection.
Whatever part of St. Pete you're buying in, an independent inspection gives you the facts you need before you commit. 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 St. Petersburg inspection.
Here are the inspections St. Petersburg buyers, sellers, and homeowners request most. See all services →
Complete inspections for St. Pete buyers.
Document features that may lower your premium.
The report insurers want for older homes.
Visual evaluation of waterfront seawalls.
Unit-focused inspections for condos.
Storm readiness before hurricane season.
Real Google reviews from Tampa Bay Inspections clients across the Tampa Bay area.
"Clay inspected multiple homes for me recently in the Tampa Bay area and has provided extremely thorough reports every time. His expertise was invaluable in determining the condition of the home and even gave suggestions as to possible fixes."
"Clay and his Tampa Bay Inspections team did a very thorough and informative job on my property inspection. I've only experienced a few home inspections, but this was BY FAR the best. Highly recommend them to anyone wanting to confidently purchase a home!"
"The inspection was incredibly well detailed, and thorough. Our inspector conducted and reviewed the inspection as if it were his own home."
Based in Plant City, Tampa Bay Inspections serves St. Petersburg, Gulfport, St. Pete Beach, and communities across the Tampa Bay area.
Answers to the questions St. Petersburg home buyers and sellers ask most.
Yes. We look for visible signs of water intrusion, moisture, and past repairs, which is especially important in areas affected by storm surge.
Yes. Seawall and dock inspections are visual evaluations that can be added to your home inspection.
Many insurers require one for older homes. Ask your agent, and we can usually complete it during the same visit as your home inspection.
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 St. Petersburg and 44 more communities across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Polk counties.
FL License #HI4562 • Certified Master Inspector® • Since 2011 • Same-Day Reports • Serving St. Petersburg