About
A Winning Combination
Sonoma County's premier inspection company, led by a former firefighter with a public-safety background and a Board Certified Master Inspector
Welcome to Buy Wise Inspections, Sonoma County's premier inspection company and a Board Certified Master Inspector. After decades in public safety and service, firefighter, building inspector, lab analyst, and code enforcement officer, founder Juan de la Cruz realized he had a unique set of skills and insight desperately lacking in the private inspection industry.
With a passion for helping others, coupled with decades of experience and training related to building science, Buy Wise Inspections was born.
Meet Your Inspector
Juan de la Cruz
Owner & Certified Master Inspector, Buy Wise Inspections
Buy Wise Inspections is a premium, buyer-first home inspection company based in Santa Rosa, California, serving Sonoma County and the North Bay.
I am Juan de la Cruz, the owner and inspector. Clients work directly with me, not a rotating crew. My inspection style is calm, thorough, plain-English, and focused on helping buyers understand what is visible, material, and important before they commit to a home.
Buy Wise has a 5.0 Google rating with 190+ reviews. Clients often choose Buy Wise because of the reviews, clear reports, calm explanations, and a strong public-safety and code-informed background. This is a thorough, buyer-first inspection designed for clarity — not a rushed checklist.
“You'll understand the house, not just receive a report.”
My Commitment
Passion | Qualification | Dedication
Buy Wise Inspections is dedicated to placing your needs and interests first while simultaneously elevating the standards by which all home inspection companies operate. You will benefit from my passion and continuing education and training. I never stop learning, staying on top of the latest developments, tools, and technology available to deliver unparalleled quality and expertise.
I am trusted and recommended by real estate agents, lenders, and others who understand that longevity in business is driven by honesty, integrity, and the referrals that come from happy customers. It's my role to ensure you sell, buy, rent, or renovate informed, empowered, and confident in your decisions.
By putting people over profits and creating a culture of improvement and growth, Buy Wise Inspections challenges its referral partners, associates, and friends to join in creating a stronger community for all of us.
Don't settle for less, demand the best.
Certifications
Certified Master Inspector · Fully Credentialed
Juan holds the Certified Master Inspector (CMI) designation, the highest in the inspection industry, along with a deep roster of InterNACHI certifications, and is certified by the International Code Council. Training and standards you can verify.
View Juan's InterNACHI profile
Certified Master Inspector (CMI)
InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)
InterNACHI Certified
5-Year InterNACHI Member
InterNACHI Honor Guarantee
Infrared Certified Thermography Inspector
Residential Property Inspector
Roof Inspector
Exterior Inspector
Attic, Insulation & Ventilation Inspector
HVAC Inspector
Plumbing Inspector
Moisture Intrusion Inspector
Chimney Inspector
Deck Inspector
WDO (Wood-Destroying Organism) Inspector
New Construction Inspector
Property Maintenance & Housing Code Inspector
11th Month Warranty Inspector
Annual Home Maintenance Inspector
Rental Ready Inspector
Safe Workplace Inspector
Certified Master Inspector (CMI)
InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)
InterNACHI Certified
5-Year InterNACHI Member
InterNACHI Honor Guarantee
Infrared Certified Thermography Inspector
Residential Property Inspector
Roof Inspector
Exterior Inspector
Attic, Insulation & Ventilation Inspector
HVAC Inspector
Plumbing Inspector
Moisture Intrusion Inspector
Chimney Inspector
Deck Inspector
WDO (Wood-Destroying Organism) Inspector
New Construction Inspector
Property Maintenance & Housing Code Inspector
11th Month Warranty Inspector
Annual Home Maintenance Inspector
Rental Ready Inspector
Safe Workplace Inspector
Certified Master Inspector (CMI)
InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)
InterNACHI Certified
5-Year InterNACHI Member
InterNACHI Honor Guarantee
Infrared Certified Thermography Inspector
Residential Property Inspector
Roof Inspector
Exterior Inspector
Attic, Insulation & Ventilation Inspector
HVAC Inspector
Plumbing Inspector
Moisture Intrusion Inspector
Chimney Inspector
Deck Inspector
WDO (Wood-Destroying Organism) Inspector
New Construction Inspector
Property Maintenance & Housing Code Inspector
11th Month Warranty Inspector
Annual Home Maintenance Inspector
Rental Ready Inspector
Safe Workplace Inspector
Real World Experience
Wisdom is the result of knowledge coupled with experience. Courses, certifications, and training are great, but application of that knowledge is what brings about true understanding. It isn't enough to know how a structure is built and the nuances of the materials used to make it.
Having been in hundreds of buildings in various stages of construction, modification, decay, and distress means that you'll benefit from the wisdom I bring to your inspection. Your safety, comfort, and investment are my utmost concern!
Your Report
Digital Inspection Reports
Within just 24 hours of your inspection, you will receive an email containing login details and instructions to access a user-friendly home inspection report of my findings. This report contains every detail of your property that was found in my inspection, including photographs and video where necessary, to help guide your decisions.
Service Area
Serving Sonoma County & the North Bay
Napa and Marin County may be served based on availability and property type.
Schedule Your InspectionReviews
Earning Your Trust, One Inspection at a Time
Calm, thorough inspections clients actually understand, from local buyers and agents.
Buy with confidence.
You'll understand the house, not just receive a report.
Calm, thorough, buyer-first inspections by Juan de la Cruz, CMI • Santa Rosa, Sonoma County & the North BaySanta Rosa, Sonoma County & the North Bay