Business Details
Your Trusted Home Inspection Experts in Canton, GA
Welch Engineering has been serving Georgia as a premier home inspection company for over two decades. Founded by Glenn Welch, a retired engineer and attorney with over 50 years of construction industry experience, we combine unparalleled technical expertise with a commitment to transparency and client education. Our team holds the most comprehensive licensing in Georgia, including engineering, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC certifications, ensuring rigorous compliance with state standards. We utilize advanced reporting systems developed by Palm-Tech to deliver detailed, actionable insights for every inspection. As members of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and the Georgia Society of Professional Engineers, we adhere to the highest ethical and professional benchmarks.Our dedication to excellence extends beyond inspections, offering specialized services like lightning protection systems and welding fabrication. With a focus on building long-term client relationships, we guarantee licensed, insured, and thoroughly documented work. Located 30 miles north of Atlanta, we serve as a trusted partner for informed real estate decisions. Our legacy of technical precision and client-centric service continues to set the standard for home inspection excellence in Georgia.
Services
Home Inspection
Lightning Systems Inspections
Welding and Fabrication
Radon Testing
Cathodic Protection
Highlights and features
- We hold the only fully licensed home inspection credentials in Georgia across engineering, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
- Our 50+ years of construction experience ensures deep technical expertise and accurate assessments.
- We use Palm-Tech's advanced reporting system for detailed, actionable inspection documentation.
- We maintain membership in ASHI and Georgia Society of Professional Engineers for ethical accountability.
- Our services include specialized lightning protection systems and welding fabrication beyond standard inspections.
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)
- International Code Council (ICC)
- Georgia Society of Professional Engineers
- Lightning Protection Institute
Services
Home Inspection
Our comprehensive home inspections evaluate structural integrity, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and major components. With state-licensed engineers and advanced Palm-Tech reporting, we identify critical defects while highlighting property strengths. Clients receive detailed documentation to make informed real estate decisions.
Lightning Systems Inspections
Specialized lightning protection system inspections ensure safety for commercial properties and critical infrastructure. Our engineers, trained at the Lightning Protection Institute, assess installation compliance and maintenance needs for systems on radio towers, industrial facilities, and agricultural structures.
Welding and Fabrication
Custom welding and metal fabrication services for machinery repair, automotive components, and industrial equipment. Our 1,700 sq ft facility utilizes Oxyacetylene, MIG, TIG, and plasma cutting technologies to deliver precision metalwork solutions.
People
Glenn Welch
Owner/Engineer
Retired engineer and attorney with 50+ years in construction and 20+ years in home inspections. Holds Georgia's only full licensing in structural, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC inspections. ASHI-certified inspector #212482 with advanced technical expertise.
Questions
What services does Welch Engineering offer?
We provide home inspections, lightning protection systems, welding fabrication, radon testing, and cathodic protection services across Georgia.
Are your inspectors licensed in Georgia?
Yes, we're the only Georgia home inspection company fully licensed in engineering, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC by the Secretary of State.
How long has Welch Engineering been in business?
Our team has over 50 years of construction experience, with home inspection services operating for more than 20 years.
What makes Welch Engineering different from other inspectors?
We combine state-licensed engineering credentials with ASHI certification and use advanced Palm-Tech reporting systems for detailed, accurate documentation.
Do you offer specialized engineering services?
Yes, we provide lightning protection system inspections and custom welding/fabrication services beyond standard home inspection offerings.
