About Us

You‘re not just buying a home inspection – you’re buying years of experience

Superior Services

Founded in St. Clair Shores, MI, Home Inspection Professionals has been providing residential, commercial, investment and new construction inspection services throughout Southeastern Michigan since 2003.

Providing prompt, professional service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Home Inspection Professionals prides itself on offering clients personal service from a business owner/inspector with local knowledge, extensive expertise and up-to-date training and certifications.

Photo of Kevin Stripling

Kevin Stripling

As the face of Home Inspection Professionals, President and CEO, Kevin Stripling, brings over a 18 years of experience (including 10,000+ inspections) to the business and his clients. His love of the inspection field extends beyond the standard homes into commercial inspections.

Tina McCrillis

While you might catch her retrieving a water sample or running a test to the lab, Office Administrator, Tina McCrillis successfully juggles the many tasks required to keep our company running efficiently on the inside. Her diverse background makes her a perfect fit for the team by managing Accounting, Office Operations and Marketing. You’ll often find her behind the scenes working on our social media presence and supporting our many business partnerships.

Kristen Osaer

Customer Service is the name of her game – Kristen Osaer brings a hearty helping of experience to our staff. Pleasant on the phone and detail oriented, Kristen’s background in banking and insurance provide us the support in house that our clients can depend on.

Kevin Scanlan

Being exposed to the inspection industry in his teens, Kevin picked up the trade like a natural. A full-time member of the #HIPTeam since 2019, Kevin brings a surprising amount of experience and knowledge while adding some youthfulness to the team.  In his spare time, you can expect Kevin to be watching Lions Football or enjoying an industry related event…in one of his famed sequined jackets!

Ross Toombs

Ross knows his stuff!  Growing up around construction and the glass industry, Ross quickly used that knowledge to master the art of home inspection.  Ross’ favorite part of inspecting real estate and working with Realtors is meeting other golfers! When the schedule and weather allow, if he’s not in the field, he’s out on the links!

Kyle Thatcher

Our “go to guy” for all things ancillary, Kyle has certifications in Thermography, Mold Testing & Remediation, Sewer Scoping and more.  He’s also a Macomb County Certified Septic & Well Evaluator.  In his free time, Kyle could likely be found with a guitar as he’s also an avid musician.

Professional Certifications and Accreditations Include:

  • State of Michigan Licensed Builder
  • State of Michigan Asbestos Inspector
  • Certified Mold Inspector and Remediator (National Association of Mold Professionals)
  • Macomb County Certified Septic and Wall Evaluator
  • HUD Inspector & 203-K Consultant
  • Health and Safety Technician (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration)
  • Level 1 Thermographers

Membership and Affiliations Include:

  • American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)
  • International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI)
  • City of St. Clair Shores Water Resources Board Committee
  • Women’s Council of Realtors – Affiliate
  • Grosse Pointe Board of Realtors – Affiliate
  • Greater Metropolitan Association of Realtors – Affiliate

Education and Fraternal Organization Memberships Include:

  • Lake Superior State University
  • Delta Sigma Phi (President, Zetta Tau Alumni Chapter)
  • Delta Sigma Phi (Trustee, Alumni Corporation Board)
  • Fraternal Order of Moose International
  • Jefferson Yacht Club – Board of Directors

Our Reviews

Thanks for the awesome service. Ross was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Thanks HIP!!!
scott m.
2/09/2024
Attached you will see a photo of my broken sewer line right when you enter the main stack (90) comparing... read more
Austin R.
2/02/2024
does not take responsibility for their negligence. as a young home owner , my fiance and I are now out... read more
Hayley M.
2/02/2024