Postwar brick homes and established neighborhoods in southwest Louisville — thorough, unbiased inspections from a family-run company.
Shively is an established city in southwest Jefferson County with deep roots in Kentucky’s bourbon history — the historic Stitzel-Weller distillery sits within its borders — and a strong, working-family character along the Dixie Highway corridor. Its neighborhoods are filled with postwar brick homes, ranches, and Cape Cods, making it a popular area for first-time buyers and investors. ProChek Home Inspections serves Shively buyers, sellers, and investors from our Louisville office.
Most homes here date from the mid-20th century, so roofs, furnaces, air conditioners, water heaters, electrical panels, and plumbing may be aging or already replaced, and basements and crawlspaces deserve a careful look for moisture. Owner Darryl Willoughby spent more than 12 years as a custom home builder before becoming a Kentucky licensed home inspector (#HI-2038) and ASHI member, and he has 20 years of inspection experience, so he knows what to look for in homes of this era and how to explain it clearly.
Whether you need a buyer’s inspection, an investment property inspection, a pre-listing inspection, or radon testing, ProChek delivers a thorough inspection, a plain-language walk-through, and a detailed digital report with photos you can access anytime. Darryl’s wife Dee-Dee runs the office and scheduling, and we’re open 7 days a week — call 502-802-6336 to schedule your Shively inspection.
Here are the inspections Shively buyers, sellers, and homeowners call ProChek for most — all performed personally by Darryl.
A complete top-to-bottom inspection before you buy, with a detailed report and photos.
Know a rental or flip’s true condition and repair needs before you buy.
Find and fix issues before you list — fewer surprises and smoother negotiations.
Confirm negotiated repairs were completed — and done right — before closing.
Add a radon test to any inspection — the only way to know your level.
Duplexes, triplexes, and small multi-unit buildings inspected unit by unit.
Clients consistently describe Darryl the same way — thorough, knowledgeable, and honest. Here’s what a few of them have to say.
"Thank you so much for your thorough evaluation of my forever home.Your patience and honesty was greatly needed and appreciated. Would highly recommend Pro Chek to anyone purchasing property,you will be forever grateful as I surely am. Kenneth Lyons"
"Daryl and Dee Dee were wonderful! They were friendly, informative, and displayed great customer service skills. They even took my call after the job was completed and they were paid because I had additional questions. I highly recommend ProChek for your home inspection needs!"
"Dee Dee and Daryl were both friendly, helpful and professional. Daryl was knowledgeable and informative during the inspection process. We have used their service in the past and came back to them when ready to purchase again. I would strongly recommend them."
From our Louisville office on McKenna Way, ProChek serves Shively and nearby communities including Pleasure Ridge Park, Valley Station, Audubon Park, and Okolona.
Answers to the questions Shively-area buyers, sellers, and homeowners ask us most.
Darryl pays close attention to the roof, HVAC, water heater, electrical panel, and plumbing, along with moisture in basements and crawlspaces.
Yes — see our Investment Property Inspection page.
Many first-time buyers choose Shively for its established homes and value. A Buyer’s Home Inspection helps you understand exactly what you’re buying.
Call 502-802-6336 or request an inspection on our contact page. We’re open 7 days a week, and Dee-Dee will get you on the calendar quickly.
ProChek serves 50 communities across Louisville and the surrounding counties. Click any community to learn more about home inspections there.
20 Years Experience • KY Licensed #HI-2038 • ASHI Member • Open 7 Days • Serving Louisville & Surrounding Areas