Professional Home Inspections Since 2016
Thorough Inspections, Clear Reports, Peace of Mind
Certified Master Inspector (Top 1%) • CCPIA Certified Commercial Inspector • Thousands of Inspections • Locally owned and operated
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InterNACHI Certified
Master Inspector
Serving Tallahassee
& Surrounding Areas including
North Florida & Southwest Georgia
Independent & Unbiased
No Third-Party Promotions
No Hidden Partnerships
Our Platform
A Better Inspection Experience
We've upgraded our inspection platform to provide a cleaner, more focused client experience—without third-party promotions or distractions.
Your Experience
Your Report, Your Way
See the difference a client-first inspection platform makes.
What You Get
- Clean, distraction-free report
- Clear findings with photos
- Easy-to-navigate format
- PDF download available anytime
- Direct access to your inspector
- No ads, no upsells, no clutter
What You Won't Get
- Pop-ups or upsells
- Third-party promotions
- Confusing add-ons
- Promotional emails from software companies
- Data sold to other companies
- Generic, cookie-cutter reports
Independent & Unbiased
No Third-Party Promotions
Client-First Reporting
Clear, Easy-to-Read Reports
Meet Your Inspector
Joel Hagans
"We don't just inspect your future home… we give you peace of mind."
Joel is a Tallahassee native—grew up here, went to school here, and will retire here. He started ACL Home Inspections in 2016 with a mission to elevate the customer experience by combining years of client service expertise with thorough, trustworthy inspections.
Beyond inspections, Joel is deeply involved in the community through Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Habitat for Humanity, and Citizens for Scent Evidence—a charity he helped start in honor of his brother. As an active member of the Tallahassee Board of Realtors, he has been honored as Affiliate of the Year and served as Affiliate Director.
As a Registered Professional Inspector with FABI, Certified Master Inspector with InterNACHI, and CCPIA Certified Commercial Property Inspector, Joel commits to continuous education year after year to sharpen his skills and stay current with industry best practices.
InterNACHI Certified Master Inspector
FABI Registered Professional Inspector
CCPIA Certified Commercial Property Inspector
Our Services
Professional Home Inspection Services
Comprehensive inspections to protect your investment and ensure peace of mind.
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How It Works
Our Four-Step Approach
Getting your property evaluated is hassle-free—from initial contact to final walkthrough, we keep things clear and efficient.
Book Your Appointment
Reach out via call or web form to set up your evaluation at a convenient time for your schedule.
Complete Property Assessment
Our team evaluates every visible system and structure—top to bottom—documenting conditions with precision and care.
Get Your Documentation
Receive an in-depth findings summary with imagery and observations delivered within 24 hours (usually the same day).
Ongoing Guidance
Our team remains accessible post-evaluation to discuss findings, explain recommendations, and address any questions you have.
Why Choose Us
Why Tallahassee Chooses ACL
Since 2016, delivering accurate, comprehensive inspections you can trust. Buy or sell with complete confidence.
Triple Certified Professional
InterNACHI Certified Master Inspector®, FABI Registered Professional Inspector, and CCPIA Certified Commercial Property Inspector—three prestigious credentials demonstrating expertise across residential and commercial inspections.
Reports Within 24 Hours
Receive your comprehensive, photo-documented findings report within 24 hours of your inspection (usually the same day)—no long waits.
Local Tallahassee Expert
Deep understanding of homes in Tallahassee and surrounding counties. Local knowledge means identifying region-specific issues others might miss.
Realtor-Trusted Partner
Active member of Tallahassee Board of Realtors. We understand agent timelines, buyer concerns, and transaction requirements inside and out.
Licensed & Insured Since 2016
Hundreds of quality inspections completed with comprehensive coverage. Fully licensed and insured for your protection and peace of mind.
Hometown Heroes Discount
Special pricing for firefighters, police officers, doctors, nurses, and teachers. Thank you for serving our community—we're honored to serve you.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Working with Joel Hagans was an exceptional experience. His thoroughness, professionalism, and expertise set a new standard for home inspections. This was the 12th home purchase in over two decades, and Joel's inspection was by far the most comprehensive and well-communicated. The color-coded reporting system made it easy to understand the severity of each issue at a glance.
Michael Schoenly
We couldn't be happier with the inspection service we received with Joel. Joel was incredibly communicative throughout the entire process and took the time to explain everything clearly. His professionalism and expertise really showed in how thorough and detailed the inspection was. I also appreciated the fast turnaround on the report - it made the whole home-buying process much smoother. Absolutely recommend!
Connor Allen
We had Joel at ACL do a Home Inspection for us a few years ago and we were as pleased to have chosen him then as we were this time around at our other home. The Team at ACL is prompt, thorough, and professional. They work thoughtfully and methodically, which shows in the quality of their Home Inspection Report. Best is that the ACL Team takes the time to give you insightful details about your home.
Max Mendieta
Joel was very knowledgeable and thorough. I was very impressed with his performance. He also took plenty of time to sit and explain the inspection results in detail. He is also available to answer question moving forward. He really went above and beyond. I would highly recommend using ACL.
Dayanis Acosta
We had Joel & Jason from ACL Home Inspectors inspect our new home and they did an excellent job. We were very happy with the ease of scheduling and the thorough inspection itself. We also appreciated them going over the report with us in person before writing and sending the official report so we could ask questions if needed. We felt that their pricing was very reasonable.
Mylinda Drury
ACL home inspectors were GREAT! Very efficient, thorough and took the time to go through all the details with us. Our inspectors were kind and friendly which made the process really easy. We would HIGHLY recommend them 💯
Amy Correia
Friendly, professional, and prompt. Told him what else needed, and Joel got everything going for us. Gave us great tips while going through the report and left us feeling confident with our purchase!! Would recommend his services any day.
Kara Butler
Joel and his team provided a thorough, detailed and highly professional experience with an inspection of a complex property with many issues. I cannot recommend this company enough! We will be using him again for future property inspections.
Jane P
ACL Home Inspections provides dependable quality services. Joel and Jason were very professional and took the time to answer all of my questions. Scheduling an appointment was extremely easy. The 4-point home inspection report was thorough and prepared promptly. I highly recommend ACL for your home inspection needs.
Charlene Waltz
The folks at ACL were extremely professional and courteous, scheduled us for radon testing the same day I called them and came out the same day. Once the testing was done, the results were e-mailed to me immediately. I would highly recommend this company.
Gina Smith
Joel's inspection reports do a great job of letting the structure he is looking at tell its own story. They are always very thorough and delivered in a timely manner. He is a true professional that I can always refer with confidence.
Leo Stewart
Professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Impressed with the thoroughness of both Joel and Jason. Left me feeling confident about retiring. I will recommend them to anyone looking for home inspection.
D0nna Drake
Training & Certifications
Certifications & Credentials
Joel holds certifications from InterNACHI—the world's leading association for training home inspectors—as well as CCPIA (Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association). He has completed hundreds of hours of training and continuing education. Below are some of his credentials.
Tallahassee raised. Tallahassee trusted.
Your home deserves local expertise.
Certified Master Inspector with InterNACHI & FABI. CCPIA Certified Commercial Property Inspector. Honored by the Board of Realtors.
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