A Pioneer in the Home Inspection Industry
In 1981 Inspecta-Homes established itself as the first professional home inspection company in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. Since then, we have continued our tradition of giving home buyers peace of mind on their biggest purchase.
A history of experienced leadership
Founder
Charles “Chuck” Blixt
Charles “Chuck” Blixt is one of the founding partners of Inspecta-Homes. He is considered a pioneer, innovator, and leader in the home inspection industry, both locally and nationally for decades. Chuck was licensed in 1975 as one of the first Truth-in-Sale of Housing (TISH) Evaluators in the city of Minneapolis. Recognizing the need for education beyond the guidelines provided by the City of Minneapolis’ TISH Program in 1978 he cofounded the Minnesota Society of Home Inspectors (MSHI) to provide continuing education for Evaluators, serving as its first president. As the local industry grew and expanded, he and other inspectors recognized the need for a local ASHI chapter and in 1992 he cofounded the Heartland Chapter of ASHI serving the 5-state area, and again serving as its first president.
Succession Owner and President
Jeff Blixt
Jeff Blixt who is the son of Charles” Chuck” Blixt started his inspection career in 1990 as the Marketing Director for Inspecta-Homes. He became licensed as a Truth-in-Housing Evaluator for Minneapolis and St. Paul shortly thereafter. He was a long-standing member of The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and served as a member of the local chapter. Jeff also was the Vice President of the Minnesota Society of Home Inspectors (MSH I). In 2004 he became an Arbitrator for Construction Arbitration Services, performing arbitration hearings in Minneapolis and St. Paul metropolitan area. He has taught continuing education classes to the Real Estate Industry for several years including time spent as an Instructor for Kaplan Professional Schools. Since 1990 Jeff had completed several hundred hours of continuing education in the inspection industry. He and the office manager Shanna Batchelor had grown Inspecta-Homes managing 12 full time inspectors and would oversee in excess of 5000 various types of home inspections each year. Inspecta-Homes has now completed over 180,000 inspections locally since 1982.
Current Owner and President
Shanna Batchelor
Shanna Batchelor joined Inspecta-Homes in 2000 as the office coordinator, then earned the position as manager, and is the current owner and president. She has expanded her knowledge of the real estate industry through continuing education, and by becoming a licensed real estate agent. With more than two decades of experience in the housing industry, Shanna became the backbone of Inspect-Homes by working alongside Jeff Blixt to become his predecessor. She continues to expand her repertory of expertise by working closely with Inspector’s, clients, and real estate agents to diligently meet the needs and expectations of each and every person.
A Pioneer in the Home Inspection Industry
Founded in 1981, Inspecta-Homes became the first professional home inspection company in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. As industry leaders, we were the first in the region to adopt the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics set by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and to have our inspectors become Certified Members. With over 180,000 inspections completed since our founding, we continue to set the standard for excellence in home inspections.
Our Legacy of Leadership
Charles “Chuck” Blixt – Founder & Industry Innovator
Charles “Chuck” Blixt, one of the founding partners of Inspecta-Homes, was a pioneer, innovator, and national leader in the home inspection industry. His journey began in 1975 when he became one of the first Truth-in-Sale of Housing (TISH) Evaluators in Minneapolis.
Recognizing the need for higher industry standards and continuing education, Chuck co-founded:
Jeff Blixt – Former Owner & Industry Educator
Jeff Blixt, son of Chuck Blixt, began his career in 1990 as the Marketing Director for Inspecta-Homes. Shortly after, he became a licensed Truth-in-Housing Evaluator for Minneapolis and St. Paul and actively contributed to industry growth.
Jeff’s contributions included:
Shanna Batchelor – Current Owner & President
Joining Inspecta-Homes in 2000 as the Office Coordinator, Shanna Batchelor quickly became a key player in the company’s success. Rising to Office Manager and ultimately Owner & President, Shanna has been instrumental in continuing and expanding Inspecta-Homes’ legacy.
Her industry expertise includes:
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