Media is the heart of Delaware County — the county seat, a National Historic District, and a genuinely walkable borough that locals call “Everybody’s Hometown.” Its housing stock is a layered mix: late-1800s Victorian twins and singles, stone-and-stucco foursquares and colonials from the early 1900s, mid-century homes on the surrounding streets, and newer townhome and twin construction at the edges of the borough. Each era carries its own structural story. ValueGuard’s ASHI-certified home inspectors in Media have been reading this housing stock since 1997, and we’ve built our home inspections in Media around exactly these differences — whether you need a routine house inspection or a full pre-purchase evaluation.
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i. Why these homes are different
Historic borough character, layered housing.
Media’s housing stock spans late-1800s Victorian twins and singles, early-1900s stone-and-stucco colonials, mid-century homes, and newer townhome construction — each with distinct inspection priorities. A thorough home inspection in Media means knowing which era you’re standing in. Here’s what our home inspectors focus on:
Victorian Twins & Stone-and-Stucco Singles
Media’s historic core is full of late-1800s Victorian twins and stone-and-stucco singles that need careful attention to original wiring, galvanized plumbing, masonry conditions, and aging windows. We separate normal age from real concerns.
Slate & Clay-Tile Rooflines
Many older Media homes carry original slate or clay-tile roofs. They last for decades but fail expensively — our home inspectors check slate condition, flashing, and underlayment closely, because a full slate replacement can run well into five figures.
Radon Testing Recommended
Delaware County sits in EPA Zone 1 — the highest-risk radon classification. Radon testing is recommended for every Media purchase, and our DEP-certified technicians deliver 48-hour results.
Aging Clay Sewer Laterals
Older Media streets have clay sewer laterals prone to root intrusion and partial collapse. A camera sewer scope is strongly recommended for any pre-1960 property — replacement runs $10,000–$20,000.
Termite, WDI & Moisture
Wood-framed porches, sills, and below-grade spaces in Media’s older homes create favorable conditions for termites and wood-destroying insects — and for moisture in basements and finished lower levels. We flag both, and mold testing is available the same visit.
New Construction Has Issues Too
Media’s newer townhome and twin developments aren’t exempt. First-year workmanship defects, grading and drainage problems, and attached-garage details all reward a careful eye — a brand-new home still benefits from an independent inspection.
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A note on Media’s historic rooflines
Many of Media’s Victorian and early-1900s homes still wear their original slate or clay-tile roofs. Done right, they’re beautiful and long-lived — but worn slate, failed flashing, and patch-on-patch repairs are common, and a full slate roof replacement on a larger Media home can run $25,000 to $60,000 or more. We inspect roof covering, flashing, and visible underlayment closely and tell you honestly where a historic roof stands — one of the highest-value things a Media buyer can understand before closing.
From our recent caseload
Recently inspected in Media.
Three homes from recent ValueGuard inspections in Media — a newer vinyl-sided twin with an attached two-car garage, a stucco Cape Cod with a dormer and a stone foundation, and a historic three-story stucco Victorian with a wraparound porch. Same borough, three entirely different home inspections. Swipe or use the arrows to see all three.
No. 01
Vinyl-Sided Twin with Two-Car Garage
A newer Media twin — light vinyl siding, a gabled second-floor projection, shuttered windows, and an attached two-car garage on a freshly paved drive. Newer construction still rewards an independent home inspector’s eye.
No. 02
Stucco Cape Cod with Dormer
A stucco Media Cape Cod set above a stone retaining wall — front dormer, an aging shingle roof, mature hedges, and a stone foundation. Roof, masonry, and below-grade moisture all reward a close look.
No. 03
Three-Story Stucco Victorian
A historic three-story stucco Victorian in Media — green shutters, a deep covered porch, tall original windows, and window AC units in place of central cooling. The kind of older borough home that rewards an experienced home inspector.
Photos from recent ValueGuard inspections in Media.
ii. The services that matter most
What to inspect in Media.
Home Inspection
A complete evaluation of structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and major systems — tuned to Media’s Victorian, early-1900s, and newer housing stock and delivered as a photo-rich report the next business day.
Sewer Scope Inspection
Strongly recommended for pre-1960 Media homes, where clay laterals are prone to root intrusion and collapse. Our camera travels the full lateral from cleanout to main. A few hundred dollars now can save tens of thousands later.
Radon Testing
Delaware County is EPA Zone 1, the highest radon-risk tier. Our PA DEP-certified technicians use tamper-resistant electronic monitors with 48-hour turnaround. Mitigation, if needed, typically runs $800 to $2,500.
Termite / WDI & Mold Testing
Termite and wood-destroying-insect inspections are required by most lenders, and mold testing is key for Media’s older basements and finished lower levels. Both can be added to your home inspection in a single visit.
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iii. Your local inspection team
Meet your Media home inspectors.
When you book ValueGuard in Media, you get ASHI-certified home inspectors with deep expertise in Delaware County’s housing stock — from Victorian twins and stone-and-stucco singles to mid-century homes to newer townhome construction. Swipe or use the arrows to meet all 10 inspectors serving Media and Delaware County.
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iv. Services & pricing
Media inspection pricing.
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| Value Package · $799 · save $149 | Value + Sewer Scope · $1,078 · save $199 | Full Protection · $1,427 · save $439 |
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v. What Media buyers say
From recent buyers.
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Dave is absolutely a pleasure. He is personable and educates the buyer. He saved me from buying a property with serious structural issues that would have cost as much to repair as the house was worth.
Amanda P.
Google · Inspector: David Bollinger
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Todd from ValueGuard is the GOAT of inspectors. He was extremely professional, thorough and honest.
Delaware County Buyer
Google · Inspector: Todd Denney
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Michael did an excellent job. He arrived early, was thorough in every area, and took the time to explain each finding clearly. Completely understand why our agent recommended this company.
Dayna Marie
Google · Inspector: Michael Kelley
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vi. Common questions
Media home inspection FAQs.
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vii. Serving all of Delaware County
Also inspecting nearby communities.
Wherever you’re buying in Delaware County, ValueGuard is your local home inspector.
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Inspections 7 days a week · Office hours Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm, Sat 9am–4pm · ASHI-certified home inspectors in Media · Serving Media Borough (19063), the Delaware County seat, and all of Delaware County, PA
