About Our Story

Bringing over 20 years of construction experience to your assessment with certified inspectors.

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Trusted California Property Inspection Experts

Our team at Home Inspections San Diego combines extensive industry knowledge with cutting-edge inspection techniques to deliver comprehensive reports within 24 hours. With over two decades of dedicated service in the California property inspection industry, we have built our reputation on delivering comprehensive, reliable inspection services.

Meet Our Founder

Darren started his construction journey in 1986 at Dennis W. Burchell Construction, a leading San Diego company. He developed skills in concrete, framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall installation and texture, tile installation, and customer service. Above all, he learned to approach every project with patience and a focus on quality, a principle he continues to follow. 

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Mastering the Structure

Following his experience at Dennis W. Burchell Construction, he became interested in the structural aspects of building. He joined two general contracting companies in San Diego Geoff Waugh and Charles Gladman Construction that specialized in rough framing. Both companies were committed to delivering high-quality craftsmanship, whether for small renovations or custom-framed homes.

Transition to Management

Darren moved on to become an assistant superintendent at the Corky McMillin Companies, known for building tract homes and communities. His main duties were to prepare homes for city inspection, accompany city inspectors during each inspection, and ensure all inspections were passed. The inspection process included foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, lath and plaster, and drywall. He was later promoted to superintendent at the Corky McMillin Companies in the Imperial Valley, where he developed a detailed knowledge of the entire building process, including scheduling master-planned communities from foundation to completion.

Unfinished room with drywall and ceiling panels.

Construction Management and Community Development

Darren progressed further in construction management, taking on the position of construction manager at Centex Homes. The environment at Centex was similar to the Corky McMillin Company, as both focused on building tract home communities from the ground up and shared many subcontractors. His role involved scheduling subcontractors and ensuring every home was ready for city inspections.

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Proudly Serving San Diego County For 17 Years

In 2008, Darren created Home Inspections San Diego. He leveraged his years of construction experience and familiarity with the inspection process for tract homes to grow a reputable home inspection company. The company is guided by principles such as punctuality, taking time with each inspection, expertise, ongoing education, responding to all questions during the inspection, and being available by phone, text, or email for any future client concerns.
In his free time he enjoys surfing, swimming, snow skiing, sailing, running, racquetball, tennis, hiking and traveling.

Professional Qualifications and Certifications

  • A.S. degree: Construction Inspection, Southwestern College
  • Contractors license: Class B California Contractors License # 832865
  • Certified home inspector: N.A.C.H.I. 09060106
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Our Inspection Commitment

Gain the benefit of Darren’s decades of expertise, industry relationships, and dedication to safeguarding your investment. Browse our services.