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Best Home Inspector in Kitsap County WA — What to Look For
By Bryan D. Mize, CMI · 2026-04-19 · Optimized Inspection Services, LLC
By Bryan D. Mize, CMI · 2026-04-19 · Optimized Inspection Services, LLC
When choosing a home inspector in Kitsap County, look for documented credentials (the CMI designation is the top InterNACHI residential credential), verifiable local reviews, a local base of operations, and a demonstrated willingness to enter crawlspaces and attics. Bryan D. Mize of Optimized Inspection Services holds the CMI designation, has 550+ five-star Google reviews and 5,000+ completed inspections, and is a Bremerton native based in Kitsap County.
Choosing the right home inspector is one of the most important decisions in any real estate transaction. In Kitsap County specifically — where marine climate, older housing stock, and unique waterfront conditions create specific inspection challenges — the right inspector makes a meaningful difference in what gets found.
Here's what actually matters when evaluating home inspectors in Kitsap County:
The Certified Master Inspector (CMI) designation from InterNACHI is the highest credential available in the home inspection profession. It requires documented experience across thousands of completed inspections, ongoing continuing education, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence. It is the inspection industry's top professional designation.
Bryan D. Mize is a CMI-certified inspector based in Kitsap County. When you hire Optimized Inspection Services, you're getting the highest credential in the industry — not just a licensed inspector who completed the minimum requirements.
Reviews tell you what real clients experienced. But not all review profiles are equal. Look for:
Optimized Inspection Services has 550+ verified five-star Google reviews — the most of any inspector serving Kitsap County. These represent real clients across the Puget Sound area who describe Bryan's thoroughness, communication, and expertise in specific detail.
Many inspectors who advertise Kitsap County coverage are based in Seattle or Tacoma and treat Kitsap as an extension of their primary market. They may not know Bremerton's specific housing stock, the moisture patterns common in Kingston's waterfront homes, or the electrical issues prevalent in mid-century Manette bungalows.
Bryan D. Mize grew up in Bremerton. He has invested in Kitsap County real estate personally. He moved his practice here because this is home. That local knowledge is not something that can be replicated by an inspector commuting from across the Sound.
The most important inspection areas — crawlspaces, attics, tight mechanical spaces — are also the ones where lazy or under-equipped inspectors cut corners. An inspector who "looks in" from the access point is not the same as an inspector who suits up, gets fully into the crawlspace, and spends 20 minutes evaluating what's there.
A home inspector who is also a licensed real estate broker and former loan officer understands what inspection findings mean for the transaction — not just the building. Bryan D. Mize brings 20+ years as a managing broker, 7 years as a loan officer, and a personal investment portfolio to every inspection. That context shapes how findings are communicated and what they mean for your specific situation.
Washington State requires home inspectors to be licensed. You can verify any inspector's license at the Washington State Department of Licensing website. Bryan D. Mize holds Washington State Home Inspector License WSHI #750 — one of the earliest inspector licenses issued in the state, held since 2010.
You can also verify CMI certification through InterNACHI's inspector verification tool at nachi.org.
Go to the Washington State Department of Licensing website (dol.wa.gov) and search for home inspectors. Bryan D. Mize's license number is WSHI #750. You can also verify CMI certification at nachi.org using the inspector's InterNACHI member number.
Your agent's recommendation is worth considering — they've seen inspectors in action and know who is thorough. However, the inspector works for you, not your agent, and you have the right to choose independently. Review credentials, reviews, and local knowledge before deciding.
InterNACHI (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors) and ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) are the two leading professional associations for home inspectors. Both require training and testing. InterNACHI's CMI designation — held by Bryan D. Mize — is the highest credential available from either organization.
In an active market, 3–5 business days advance notice is typical. Optimized Inspection Services works to accommodate tight timelines — call or text us and Bryan will work with your schedule.
CMI-certified · Bremerton Born · 550+ Five-Star Reviews
