About LA Building Inspections & Compliance.
Providing dependable building inspections that protect owners, ensure compliance, and support safe, high-quality living and working standards across Los Angeles.
About Nathan Sewell
Hi, I’m Nathan Sewell — Building Code Expert and founder of LA Building Inspections & Compliance.
After years working in construction, building systems, and municipal code compliance, I kept seeing the same problem: property managers and landlords struggling with LA County’s evolving habitability and inspection requirements, while most inspectors lacked the code expertise to give them real answers. I started LA Building Inspections & Compliance to fill that gap — code-informed inspections and advisory services built specifically for LA property owners who need clarity, not just checklists.
Perfect for:
- Building Code Expert with professional experience in architecture, building systems, and municipal compliance
- AHIT Certified Home Inspector
- ASHI Member (American Society of Home Inspectors)
- Specialized training in LA County RHHP requirements and compliance enforcement
- Insured and bonded
Why I Started This Business
After years working in architecture, construction, and municipal building-code compliance, I kept seeing the same problems across Los Angeles County:
Property managers unsure about code requirements
Investors struggling to verify habitability and safety
Owners getting quotes of $400–500+ for basic inspections
Long wait times for reports (7–10 days)
General home inspectors unfamiliar with local codes, zoning rules, RHHP requirements, and County enforcement standards
Our Credentials
Our Credentials Certifications
- AHIT Certified Home Inspector
- ASHI Member (American Society of Home Inspectors)
- Specialized training in RHHP, habitability, building systems, and municipal compliance
- Architectural and construction background
- Continuing education in structural, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems
Insurance
- General Liability: $1,000,000
- Professional Liability (E&O): $1,000,000
- Fully bonded and insured
Service Area
- RHHP inspections
- Habitability inspections
- Pre-purchase and due-diligence inspections
- Rental property compliance
- Annual safety checks
- Multi-unit inspections
- Commercial spaces
- SB-326/SB-721 balcony inspections (as you expand)
Joint inspections for owners and management groups Our Commitment
Committed to reliable inspections, clear reporting, and professional service that keeps your properties safe, compliant, and well-maintained
To Property Managers
- Fast scheduling (most inspections within 3–5 days)
- Same-day or next-day reports depending on the scope
- Experience with RHHP, habitability checks, multi-unit buildings, and commercial spaces
- Volume discounts for portfolios
- Direct communication with tenants, contractors, and maintenance teams
- Professional documentation ready for city or county submission
To Homeowners
- Clear, code-based evaluations of your home’s condition
- Pre-listing, pre-purchase, and general safety inspections
- Guidance on repair priorities and maintenance concerns
- Fair pricing with no hidden fees
- Easy-to-understand reports with photos and recommendations
- Availability for follow-up questions
To Investors
- Comprehensive due-diligence inspections
- Identification of hidden risks and future cost exposures
- Repair cost prioritization and ROI-focused recommendations
- Multi-unit and portfolio evaluations
- Fast turnaround to support time-sensitive decisions
- Expertise in local building codes, zoning requirements, and compliance issues
LA Building Inspections & Compliance
I founded LA Building Inspections & Compliance to solve these issues by offering: