Serving Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, Montecito, Lompoc, and Buellton & Solvang.
Coastal Shield provides certified home inspections, commercial inspections, mold testing, and sewer line inspections across Santa Barbara, Goleta, and Montecito. We deliver same-day, photo-rich reports that help you make clear, confident decisions during escrow.
Louis O'Connor isn't just a certified inspector; he's a Santa Barbara trade professional with 15 years of hands-on experience in our unique local properties.
With 15 years in the Santa Barbara construction trades and experience directing maintenance for over 2,000 local properties, I provide field-tested judgment that a typical home inspector cannot match. As an InterNACHI-certified home inspector, my hands-on knowledge of our local building stock ensures you receive a clear, unbiased report to move forward with confidence.
My goal is to make the complex simple, delivering an easy-to-understand report with prioritized findings—Safety, Major, or Maintenance—that give you and your agent a clear path through Santa Barbara's competitive escrow process.
My expertise is specific to the challenges of Santa Barbara homes. From the effects of salt air on Mesa properties and hillside drainage issues in the Riviera, to the nuances of historic adobes and the older sewer laterals common throughout our city, my evaluations are exceptionally thorough. I use modern tools like thermal imaging to uncover what others miss, offering vital add-ons like mold testing and sewer scopes tailored to local conditions.
When you hire Coastal Shield, you're not just getting a checklist. You're getting unrivaled insight into your Santa Barbara property from an inspector dedicated to serving our communities in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, and Montecito.
From English roots to the sunny shores of Santa Barbara—his home since 2009—Louis’s path has been driven by a desire to solve problems. He began his plumbing career at 17, where hands-on work quickly became a calling.
Fifteen years of trade experience in Santa Barbara County led to a Housing Maintenance Director role, where he oversaw the complexities of more than 2,000 rental units. He brings that same decisive, get-it-done mindset to every home inspection: clear observations, practical recommendations, and zero drama.
He believes in looking out for his clients and making complex situations fair and understandable. Beyond the job, he proudly wears the title of Superdad—bringing the same care and problem-solving to family life.
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Certifications acquired through home inspector training from InterNACHI® • Follow us on InstagramTrusted by local buyers, sellers, and realtors for our thorough, clear, and reliable inspection services.
“Louis made us feel like we were his only clients. He took extra time... and made some large discoveries that were not disclosed. Without him, we may never have found these issues until it was too late.”
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“...a comprehensive sewer line inspection with a digestible, yet detailed report. Exactly what we needed.”
Jessica M.
“Thorough, knowledgeable, and communicative. Provided comprehensive reports and recommendations.”
Alan R.
“...found several issues with the electrical panel that otherwise would of cost us thousands.”
Zachary-Morgan
“...found things we would have never noticed and explained everything in a way that gave us peace of mind.”
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We provide the clarity and expertise you need to make a smart, confident decision.
With 15+ years as a Journeyman Plumber, we provide real-world context, not just a scary list. We explain what matters and why.
You get a same-day, photo-rich digital report with findings prioritized into "Safety," "Major," and "Maintenance" for a clear roadmap.
Simplify your due diligence. We are your single point of contact for your Home Inspection, Sewer Scope, and Mold Test.
Essential home inspection services with clear pricing, optional add-ons, and same-day reports to keep escrow on track.
Keep your closing on track with clear, prioritized reporting.
HD camera scope with video and repair recommendations.
Lab-certified air/surface samples & infrared moisture mapping.
Fix surprises before you list. Same-day, photo-rich report.
For office, retail, multi-unit, and industrial properties.
In addition to our core home inspection services in Santa Barbara, we offer a full range of specialized inspections to meet every need in the Santa Barbara County area. Whether you require an annual maintenance checkup, a detailed plumbing inspection, or specific evaluations for manufactured homes and rental properties, our certified team is ready to assist.
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