About Us
Meet Joshua Knouff
Owner of Knouff Home Inspections, licensed Washington State home inspector and former union carpenter with more than 25 years working with homes, buildings, and complex systems.
Joshua Knouff
Owner · Licensed Home Inspector
Knouff Home Inspections
Serving the South Sound · Washington State
Thorough, unbiased inspections and clear communication
Joshua Knouff
Hi, I'm Joshua Knouff, owner of Knouff Home Inspections, a former union carpenter and licensed Washington State home inspector.
With more than 25 years of experience working with homes, buildings, and complex systems, I provide thorough, unbiased inspections and clear communication to help clients make confident decisions. My background includes residential and commercial construction, from rough framing to finish carpentry, giving me firsthand knowledge of how homes are built and how they perform over time.
I built Knouff Home Inspections with one goal: to provide thorough, unbiased inspections and clear communication that help people make confident home decisions.
I'm known for being thorough, detail-oriented, and practical. I don't just hand you a report. I help you understand what the findings mean, what matters most, and what comes next.
Whether you're buying your first house, building new construction, completing a warranty inspection, or investing in your future, my goal is to give you the clarity and confidence you need to move forward, and to protect what matters most.
Former Union Carpenter
25+ Years Building Knowledge
Licensed WA Inspector
Washington State
(253) 219-5028
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The Knouff Home Inspections Approach
Thorough inspections.
Clear communication.
The carpenter's square in the logo reflects what I bring to every inspection: 25+ years of building knowledge and a thorough, unbiased look at the home, with the findings that actually matter pulled out for you.
My background in construction, from rough framing to finish carpentry, means I know how homes are built and how they perform over time. I translate every finding into clear, plain language, so you have the confidence to negotiate, plan, or close.
“Thorough, unbiased inspections and clear communication.”
What Drives Knouff Home Inspections
How I Show Up
For Every Home
Clear Communication
I provide clear communication on every inspection, so you understand what the findings mean and leave able to make confident decisions.
Builder’s Knowledge
More than 25 years working with homes, buildings, and complex systems. I read a home the way someone who has built one does, then translate it into plain English for you.
Thorough & Practical
I’m known for being detail-oriented and practical. Every accessible component is evaluated, then distilled into the items that should drive your decision.
Licensed & Experienced
Licensed Washington State home inspector and former union carpenter. Every report follows the industry Standards of Practice and is delivered with honest, unbiased communication.
Credentials & Background
Carpenter-Trained.
Washington-Licensed.
Josh is a licensed Washington State home inspector and former union carpenter, backed by more than 25 years working with homes, buildings, and complex systems, from rough framing to finish carpentry.
That hands-on building background shapes every inspection: the home is evaluated the way someone who has built one reads it, then translated into a clear, photo-documented report you can actually use.
What I Inspect
Thorough. Detail-Oriented.
At Knouff Home Inspections, every accessible component is carefully evaluated, from roof to foundation, and translated into a report that helps you understand the property and move forward with confidence.
Roof Evaluation
Roofing materials, drainage, flashing, and visible structural components.
Exterior Assessment
Siding, windows, doors, trim, and exterior elements.
Structural Analysis
Visible foundation components, crawl spaces, and structural elements.
HVAC Systems
Overall condition, basic operation, and visible safety concerns.
Plumbing Inspection
Accessible pipes, fixtures, drains, and water heating equipment.
Electrical Systems
Accessible wiring, outlets, panels, and visible service equipment.
Interior Examination
Walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, and stairways.
Attic & Insulation
Insulation levels, ventilation, and visible signs of moisture.
My Mission
Helping buyers and homeowners across the South Sound make confident, informed decisions.
Joshua Knouff · Knouff Home Inspections
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Licensed Washington State inspector · Serving Pierce and Kitsap counties