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title: "Navigator Home Inspections"
description: "In 2026 a reviewer wrote that John got them in for an inspection on the very next day and looked at a cabin for them. That reviewer wrote that he had a pic"
doc_version: "2026-09-28"
last_updated: "2026-09-28"
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# Navigator Home Inspections

**Trade:** Home Inspection · **Phone:** (218) 820-2251 · **Website:** https://navigatorhomeinspection.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.2/5** (medium confidence) — from 40 reviews across 3 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 6 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

In 2026 a reviewer wrote that John got them in for an inspection on the very next day and looked at a cabin for them. That reviewer wrote that he had a picture for every concern he had. In 2026 a reviewer wrote to expect tons of photos.

In 2025 a reviewer wrote that Jonanthan inspected a commercial office building for them and provided a very detailed report. In 2025 a reviewer wrote that the online portal is nice for reviewing and sharing the report.

In 2024 a reviewer wrote that Jon caught significant issues that both they and their realtor missed. In 2024 a reviewer wrote that Jon Kline provides their clients with an in-depth report often spanning over 25 pages.

In 2022 a reviewer wrote that Jonathan Kline showed them the green mold at the property they were looking to purchase. In 2021 a reviewer wrote that Navigator inspected the cabin they had under contract and that John explained what he knew about the water damage. In 2021 a reviewer wrote that they ended up not buying the house based on what Jonathan uncovered.

**Strengths:**
- Very next day — got in for an inspection, per a 2026 review
- Cabin inspection — a picture for every concern, per a 2026 review
- Significant issues — caught issues the realtor missed, per a 2024 review
- Report length — often spanning over 25 pages, per a 2024 review
- Online portal — nice for reviewing and sharing report, per a 2025 review

**Where sources disagree:**
- In 2024 a reviewer wrote that Jon is the only home inspector they will use around the Brainerd lakes area.
- The inspector's name also appears as Jon, John, Jonathan, Johnathan and Jonanthan.

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- In 2026 a reviewer wrote that John got them in for an inspection on the very next day and looked at a cabin for them _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21kallXdHFRa3RaZUVadldFRmpTMEl4TjNORGFtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmdjYWtqQktZeEZvWEFjS0IxN3NDamc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John was very responsive to our initial call, called me back almost immediately.  He actually got us in for an inspection on the very nex…”
- In 2025 a reviewer wrote that Jonanthan inspected a commercial office building for them and provided a very detailed report _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNfeXRUbmNBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC_ytTncA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jonanthan inspected a commercial office building for me.  He was polite, helpful, thorough and provided a very detailed report.  I am ver…”
- In 2024 a reviewer wrote that Jon caught significant issues that both they and their realtor missed _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMzOFpia1JnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC38ZbkRg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jon is incredibly thorough. He lives and breathes this work, and strives for nothing short of perfection. Jon caught significant issues t…”
- In 2024 a reviewer wrote that Jon Kline provides their clients with an in-depth report often spanning over 25 pages _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM5dUlHMGtRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC9uIG0kQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ When representing a buyer, we highly advocate for a comprehensive home inspection before finalizing any property transaction. While the c…”
- In 2022 a reviewer wrote that Jonathan Kline showed them the green mold at the property they were looking to purchase _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1Mk5LcHB3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICu2NKppwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ A+++ I cannot stress enough how important it is to have an inspection completed by a qualified individual like Jonathan Kline of Navigato…”
- In 2021 a reviewer wrote that Navigator inspected the cabin they had under contract _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHcElxODFnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICGpIq81gE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Navigator recently inspected the cabin we had under contract. There was several issues found. I appreciated John sitting down with us and…”
- Google: 5★ from 68 ratings _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Navigator%20Home%20Inspections%2C%20Inc.&query_place_id=ChIJYzzV9Qy-tlIRUfiGfZO8TDE) — “Google: 5★ from 68 ratings”
- Specializes in Home Inspection _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21kallXdHFRa3RaZUVadldFRmpTMEl4TjNORGFtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmdjYWtqQktZeEZvWEFjS0IxN3NDamc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John was very responsive to our initial call, called me back almost immediately.  He actually got us in for an inspection on the very nex…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUREc0lqNDJRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDDsIj42QE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had the pleasure of hiring Jonathan to do a home inspection and he was a true professional. Very knowledgeable about all aspects of the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNEbEpTZkNnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x314cbc937d86f851!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICDlJSfCg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jon was incredible to work with. He was readily available, efficient, and very thorough. His report was user friendly to access and made …”

## License

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## Sources

- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Navigator%20Home%20Inspections&query_place_id=ChIJYzzV9Qy-tlIRUfiGfZO8TDE): Listed on this source
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Navigator%20Home%20Inspections&query_place_id=ChIJYzzV9Qy-tlIRUfiGfZO8TDE): 5.0★ from 68 ratings
- [Exa](https://www.brainerd.com/business/navigator-home-inspections-inc/): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · J H · 2026-08-21**: Very thorough! Expect tons of photos.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Anthony Buchite · 2026-08-13**: Jonathan is thorough and detailed with his inspections and reports. A top professional that I would hire again.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brian S. · 2026-07-24**: John was very responsive to our initial call, called me back almost immediately.  He actually got us in for an inspection on the very next day.  He looked at a cabin for us with incredible detail.  He had a picture for every concern he had, and was very patient explaining to us what he found and how…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Steve Hutter · 2026-07-23**: Our inspector Jon was awesome! He did a very thorough inspection. Very pleased with his work and easy to read report!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kendra Rehnblom · 2026-06-29**: Jon has incredible attention to detail & communicated all of his findings thoroughly. I would highly recommend him!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Erin Foley · 2026-06-14**: Jon was exceptionally thorough on his inspection. He is also highly communicative and a generally nice guy. We will use him again!!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Steven Cady · 2025-11-29**: Saved us A LOT of money but not purchasing the wrong house highly recommended
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Spooky Splendor · 2025-11-05**: If you're like me, a bit particular and want a thorough inspection, followed up by such a seamless way to check your inspection any time you need (you can even make a list saying to ignore certain things, or make a priority list of things needing to be fixed).. Johnathan is THE guy!  We have worked …
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brueggers Tucson · 2025-08-11**: Excellent and completely detailed inspection. Online portal is nice for reviewing and sharing report.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Amy Price · 2025-07-30**: Jon always does a thorough job inspecting homes for my clients. They are able to go over the findings at the home and receive a report with pictures. He does a great job of answering questions and concerns. 😀

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