"I built more than 1,000 buildings with a crew of 70 men before I ever inspected one. Part of inspecting is just recognizing the mistakes I've already seen. I look for the big-ticket items that you may run into in the near future."
Steadfast Inspections is built on a foundation most inspectors can't match. Owner Eric O'Neill spent 34+ years as a licensed residential and commercial builder — constructing more than 1,000 buildings with a crew of 70 men — before he ever picked up an inspection report. That builder's experience is the difference between an inspector who has read about how buildings fail and one who has actually seen it happen.
As CCPIA Member #000122 — one of the first commercial property inspectors in the country — and a Certified Master Inspector (CMI), Eric brings a level of commercial credentialing few inspectors in Metro Atlanta can claim. Whether you're a building owner, property manager, leasing agent, lender, tenant, or a homeowner evaluating a major purchase, Eric's job is the same: deliver an accurate assessment so you can make an informed decision.
Meet Eric O'Neill
Certified Master Inspector
CCPIA Member #000122
InterNACHI Certified
Building owners, property managers, leasing agents, lenders, and tenants rely on Steadfast Inspections for an accurate assessment of commercial buildings and properties throughout Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Eric's builder's background and CCPIA credentialing means commercial clients get an inspector who actually understands commercial construction — not a residential inspector dabbling in the space.
Office buildings, retail stores, strip malls, and stand-alone commercial structures — evaluated top to bottom by an inspector who built thousands of similar properties.
Learn More →Industrial buildings and warehouses inspected for structural integrity, lateral loads, low-slope roof drainage, mechanical systems, and major-component condition.
Learn More →ADA compliance inspections covering accessible parking, door clearances, ramps, restroom accessibility, and the full scope of Americans with Disabilities Act requirements.
Learn More →Apartment complexes, condominiums, duplexes, triplexes, and fourplex properties — full-scope inspections for investors, managers, and buyers.
Learn More →Churches, wedding venues, museums, and other public-assembly spaces — inspected with attention to structural systems, life-safety, and accessibility.
Learn More →Small hotels, motels, and short-term lodging properties evaluated for major-component condition, life-safety, ADA compliance, and ongoing operational concerns.
Learn More →In addition to commercial work, Steadfast Inspections performs residential home inspections throughout Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Whether it's a pre-purchase inspection, pre-listing inspection, new construction phase inspection, or builder's warranty inspection, Eric brings the same builder's eye and same standard of care he brings to commercial properties.
Comprehensive residential evaluation before you buy — structure, systems, safety, and the big-ticket items that could become tomorrow's headache.
Learn More →Inspect before you list — know what a buyer's inspector will find before they find it, so you can price and negotiate from a position of confidence.
Learn More →Pre-foundation, pre-drywall, pre-closing, post-closing, and 10-month warranty inspections — catch issues at the stage they're easiest to correct.
Learn More →FAA-licensed drone roof inspections — safer and more thorough than traditional roof walks, capturing detail your standard inspection can miss.
Learn More →Thermal imaging reveals what the naked eye can't — moisture intrusion, insulation gaps, electrical hot spots, and HVAC efficiency concerns.
Learn More →11-month builder's warranty inspections — get a complete review of your new home before your warranty expires, so any issues can be addressed.
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Eric O'Neill spent more than three decades as a licensed residential and commercial builder before founding Steadfast Inspections. With a crew of 70 men, Eric built more than 1,000 buildings — and saw firsthand every shortcut, every cost-cutting compromise, and every honest mistake that ends up costing a property owner later. That experience is what protects his clients today.
Eric holds CCPIA Member #000122 — making him one of the earliest commercial property inspectors in the country to earn the certification. Combined with his Certified Master Inspector (CMI) designation, InterNACHI Certified credential, FAA drone license, and back-to-back Gerry Beaumont Educational Achievement Awards in 2018 and 2019, Eric brings a credential stack few inspectors in Metro Atlanta can match.
"Eric inspected a commercial property we were under contract on and caught two structural issues that would have cost us six figures down the road. His builder's background is the real deal — he sees things other inspectors miss because he's actually built buildings like the one we were buying."
"Hired Steadfast for a multi-family property inspection in Marietta and the report was hands-down the most thorough I've ever received. Eric explained every finding in plain language and helped us prioritize what mattered most. Will absolutely use him again."
"As a first-time homebuyer in Cumming, I was nervous about the whole process. Eric walked me through every part of the inspection, answered every question, and gave me confidence that I was making a smart purchase. The drone roof inspection was a great bonus too."
Commercial inspections evaluate different systems, codes, and considerations than residential — including ADA compliance, commercial roofing and drainage, lateral load capacity, multi-occupant life-safety, and commercial-grade mechanical and electrical systems. Most residential inspectors aren't certified for commercial work. Eric is a CCPIA-certified commercial property inspector (Member #000122), which means specialized training and standards specifically for commercial buildings.
Eric brought more than 34 years of construction experience into the inspection business — including 20+ years as a licensed builder who constructed 1,000+ buildings with a crew of 70. He holds the Certified Master Inspector (CMI) designation, is CCPIA Member #000122 (one of the first commercial property inspectors in the country to earn the certification), is InterNACHI Certified (#NACHI18021226), holds a Georgia Residential Light Commercial Builder license (#RLCI001387), is FAA-licensed for drone operations, and has earned the Gerry Beaumont Educational Achievement Award in back-to-back years (2018 and 2019).
Steadfast Inspections handles offices, retail stores, strip malls, stand-alone commercial buildings, industrial properties, warehouses, multi-family properties (apartments, condos, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes), small hotels and motels, churches, event venues, and small commercial buildings. We also perform ADA compliance inspections and provide sample commercial inspection reports on request.
Yes. While our specialty is commercial inspection, Eric performs residential pre-purchase, pre-listing, new construction phase inspections (pre-foundation, pre-drywall, pre-closing, post-closing), 10-month builder's warranty inspections, thermal imaging, and aerial drone roof inspections throughout Metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Steadfast Inspections serves Metro Atlanta and the North Georgia area — including Atlanta, Marietta, Cumming, Gainesville, Lawrenceville, Canton, Dawsonville, and the surrounding communities throughout Cherokee, Cobb, Dawson, Forsyth, Fulton, Gilmer, Gwinnett, Hall, Lumpkin, and Pickens counties. If you have a property that needs inspecting in our region, call 770-294-9224.
Scheduling and pricing are both handled through our online scheduler. When you select your property type, square footage, and inspection options, the scheduler calculates pricing automatically and lets you book an available time. You can also call Eric directly at 770-294-9224 for commercial inspections or any property that needs a custom quote.
Yes. Eric maintains a network of trusted on-call experts that he can bring in when an inspection requires specialty evaluation — including structural engineers, mold testing professionals, HVAC contractors, master electricians, plumbers, and termite inspectors. This is especially valuable for commercial buyers and lenders who need deep-dive expertise alongside the standard inspection.
Based in Dawsonville and serving Metro Atlanta and the North Georgia region — including Atlanta, Marietta, Cumming, Gainesville, Lawrenceville, Canton, and Dawsonville, plus the surrounding communities throughout 10 counties.
Steadfast Inspections covers Metro Atlanta and the North Georgia region. Click any city below to learn more about local inspections in your area — and if you don't see your town, call us anyway. We travel throughout our 10-county service region.
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