The Vision Behind the Lens: Meet Todd Engle, CMI—The "Good Eye" of Cincinnati Home Inspections
When you are standing on the threshold of the biggest investment of your life, you don't just need a person with a flashlight and a clipboard. You need a veteran. You need someone who has seen the evolution of the Ohio building code, someone who understands the "handshake" between a home’s foundation and the shifting Cincinnati clay, and someone who has earned the highest designation in the industry.
Meet Todd Engle, Certified Master Inspector (CMI®) and the founder of Good Eye Home Inspections.
In an industry where anyone can buy a ladder and call themselves an inspector, Todd has spent his career raising the bar. From the historic row houses of Over-the-Rhine to the sprawling estates of Loveland and Mason, Todd and his hand-picked team have become the "Good Eye" that thousands of Cincinnati families trust to keep them safe.
What is a CMI? Why Todd’s Credentials Matter
You’ll notice the letters CMI after Todd’s name. This isn't just an acronym; it is the "Special Forces" designation of the home inspection world.
To become a Certified Master Inspector, an individual must:
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Complete a minimum of 1,000 fee-paid inspections and/or hours of education.
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Have been in the inspection business for at least three years.
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Abide by the industry’s toughest Code of Ethics.
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Submit to a periodic criminal background check.
When Todd Engle walks onto a property, he isn't practicing. He is applying thousands of hours of real-world experience and his 24 years in Real Estate to your specific rafters, pipes, and panels. For Todd, a home inspection isn't a "pass/fail" test; it is a forensic deep dive into the health of a building.
The "Good Eye" Philosophy: Beyond the Checklist
Todd founded Good Eye Home Inspections on a simple, albeit rare, philosophy: Inspect every home as if your own child was moving in.
This personal touch is what separates Todd from the "big box" inspection franchises. While a standard inspector might check off that a furnace "turned on," Todd and his teamlook closer. They look for the heat exchanger cracks that leak carbon monoxide. They look for the "ghosting" on the carpet that hints at a hidden moisture problem. They look for the "amateur hour" electrical work hidden behind a fresh coat of paint in a recent flip.
A Local Expert for Local Problems
Todd knows the Cincinnati and Loveland markets like the back of his hand. He understands the specific "regionalisms" that plague our area:
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The "Cincy Bow": He knows how the local hydrostatic pressure affects foundation walls in the Ohio River Valley.
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Radon Hotbeds: He understands the karst geology of Southwest Ohio and why our region is a "Zone 1" risk for radioactive gas.
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Historic Hazards: He is an expert in the "surprises" found in homes built at the turn of the century—from knob-and-tube wiring to lead service lines.
The Team Approach:
Todd Engle didn't just build a company; he built a culture of excellence. By bringing on high-caliber professionals with 50 years of inspection experience. Good Eye Home Inspections has expanded its reach without sacrificing the "Master Inspector" quality that Todd is known for.
When you hire Good Eye, you are getting a collective brain trust. Todd’s decades of experience combined with the team’s use of cutting-edge technology—like thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters, and continuous radon monitors—means that nothing escapes their notice.
They speak the language of contractors, the language of realtors, and most importantly, the language of the first-time homebuyer who is feeling overwhelmed by the process.
Technical Precision Meets Modern Technology
Todd has always been a "tech-forward" inspector. He recognized early on that the human eye, as "good" as it may be, can be enhanced by modern science. Under Todd’s leadership, Good Eye Home Inspections utilizes:
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Infrared (Thermal) Imaging: To see "through" walls and detect hidden leaks, missing insulation, or overheating electrical components that are invisible to the naked eye.
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Digital Reporting: No more waiting days for a blurry PDF. Todd’s reports are delivered quickly, featuring high-resolution photos, videos, and clear, plain-English explanations of what matters and what doesn't.
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Advanced Gas Detection: Using specialized equipment to "sniff out" natural gas leaks or combustion gas backdrafting.
A Pillar of the Cincinnati Community
For Todd, Loveland and Cincinnati aren't just "territories"—they are home. Todd has built Good Eye into a local pillar by prioritizing education over "deal-making." You’ll often find him taking the time at the end of an inspection to walk a client through the "Shut-off 101"—showing them exactly where the main water valve and gas shut-off are located & everything else serious about the home.
He isn't just there to find what's broken; he's there to teach you how to maintain what's working. This dedication to the "after-care" of a home inspection has earned Todd a reputation among Cincinnati realtors as the "inspector for the smart buyer."
Why Cincinnati Chooses Todd Engle and Good Eye
In a high-stakes real estate market, Todd Engle provides the one thing money can’t usually buy: Peace of Mind.
Clients choose Todd & his team because he is:
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Unbiased: He works for you, not the bank or the seller.
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Thorough: He goes into the crawlspaces and attics that others avoid.
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Educated: As a CMI, his knowledge base is consistently updated with the latest in building science and Ohio code changes.
Whether it’s a tiny cottage in Milford or a multimillion-dollar new build in Mason, Todd Engle, CMI treats every property with the same level of forensic scrutiny. He knows that to you, it’s more than just wood and nails—it’s your future.
The Verdict: You Deserve a "Good Eye"
If you are currently in the market for a home in Southwest Ohio, don't leave your family’s safety to chance. Hire the man who literally "wrote the book" on master inspections in Cincinnati.
With Todd Engle, CMI, and his team you aren't just getting an inspection; you are getting an education in your home’s past, present, and future.
Don't buy a home with your eyes closed. Get a "Good Eye" on the property.
Contact Todd and the Team Today:
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Phone: 859-630-4659 (24/7)
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Online: goodeyeinspections.com
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Serving: Loveland, Cincinnati, Batavia, Mason, West Chester, and the surrounding Cincinnati to Dayton OH region
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