Just north of Wilson Lake in eastern Lauderdale County, Killen offers room to spread out. John Killen inspects homes here with the same care he gives his Florence neighbors.
Killen grew up along the old Muscle Shoals Canal, built to help boats get past the river's shoals. The community was once called Masonville, then took the name Killen in 1896 after shopkeeper James Sharp Killen opened a store and applied for a post office. The town incorporated in 1957 and proudly calls itself the “Home of the Brooks Lions.” Yes, the town shares John's last name, but his business is based in Florence, and he serves Killen from there.
Homes around Killen range from older houses on large lots to newer builds on former farmland and properties with a view of Wilson Lake. Rural and lake-area homes often have crawl spaces, longer driveways, outbuildings and roofs that take the brunt of open-country weather. John's crawl space inspections check for moisture, wood damage, insulation problems and drainage issues that are easy to miss from the living room.
Many buyers look east along Highway 72 toward Killen when they want more land and a quieter pace while staying close to the rest of the Shoals. Some are buying an established home; others are building new. Either way, an independent inspection before closing protects your investment, and John inspects both new construction and older homes for buyers and sellers.
Wilson Lake and the Tennessee River bring plenty of fishing and boating, along with humid air that finds its way into basements, crawl spaces and attics. John's thermal imaging camera helps spot hidden moisture and air leaks. Lauderdale County is one of the North Alabama counties the Alabama Department of Public Health flags for high radon potential, so a 48-hour radon test makes sense here.
John Killen is a State of Alabama Certified Real Estate Inspector, licensed, certified and insured, and he is the only inspector you'll meet. He's thorough and unbiased, he walks the home with you once the inspection is done, and he delivers a same-day report with sharp photos. Clients also get access to protection plans such as the InterNACHI Pro Inspection Warranty. Call or text John at 256-335-0028 to schedule your Killen home inspection.
Lake homes, farmhouses and brand-new builds around Killen are all covered by the inspection services below.
A complete top-to-bottom inspection before you buy, with a photo-filled report the same day.
Find and fix issues before buyers do, and sell with fewer surprises.
An independent inspection before closing catches what the builder missed.
Know your home's radon level against the EPA action level, for a flat fee.
Infrared scans for hidden moisture, insulation gaps and electrical hot spots.
Roof, foundation, electrical, HVAC, investor, five-point, insurance and more.
Clients keep pointing to the same things: meticulous detail, descriptive photos and clear explanations. Here's what a few of them have to say about John Killen.
"Highly recommend John Killen for home inspections!! He did such a thorough job and gave descriptive comments on all the hits that it saved us from a not so great deal on a house. On top of the amazing pictures attached. We are continuing our search for a home and will be contacting John again! If I could I would give 10,000 stars!"
— Katie Steenburgh
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"John Killen with Killen Home Inspections is an absolute expert in his field! His attention to detail, professionalism, and knowledge made my home inspection process smooth and stress-free."
— Jamie Cain
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"We can’t say enough good things about John from John Killen Home Inspections LLC! He was so kind and easy to talk to, which made the whole inspection process way less stressful."
— Shannen Jones
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John Killen Home Inspections is locally owned and operated in Florence and serves Killen and communities throughout Lauderdale County.
Answers to the questions Killen-area home buyers, sellers and agents ask us most.
No. The company carries John's family name, but it's based in Florence at 138 Creekwood Dr. John serves Killen and all of Lauderdale County from there. Killen buyers and sellers can reach John directly at 256-335-0028.
Yes. John pays close attention to moisture, drainage, crawl spaces, decks and roof condition, which matter for homes near the water.
It's recommended. The Alabama Department of Public Health lists Lauderdale County among the counties with the highest radon potential. Radon testing in Killen runs 48 hours and costs one flat fee.
Yes. John encourages you to walk the home with him once the inspection is complete, ask questions and get practical advice about repairs.
Yes. John's new construction inspections give you an independent look at the work before you close.
The same day, with high-quality photos and clear descriptions so you can make decisions quickly.
Locally owned in Florence and serving the Shoals and communities throughout North Alabama. Click any town to learn more.
State of Alabama Certified • Licensed & Insured • Same-Day Reports • Thermal Imaging & Radon Testing