Urban Roots Properties provides field-based property evaluations, scope development, project planning, make-ready work, property monitoring, structural stabilization support, and operational solutions for property owners and investors. Each service is based on the actual property, observable conditions, defined responsibilities, and a clear understanding of what the client needs before work begins.
For buyers, investors, and property owners who need reliable, experienced eyes on a property before making a financial or project decision.
A hands-on walkthrough documenting observable property conditions, visible damage, deferred maintenance, and concerns that could affect a purchase or rehabilitation plan. The client receives written findings supported by photographs and video. Conditions requiring a licensed trade, engineer, or specialist are identified. This is an operator-level property evaluation, not a licensed home inspection, appraisal, or engineering report.
A property-specific scope built from observed conditions, project goals, and the work required to move the property forward. The scope organizes work by area and trade, identifies priorities and dependencies, and creates a practical foundation for bidding, material planning, scheduling, and milestone verification. Material takeoffs, project management, contractor quotes, permits, and specialist reports are separate unless included in writing.
A detailed material list built from actual measurements, quantities, and the approved scope—not a broad per-square-foot estimate. Takeoffs may include sheet counts, linear footage, fixtures, wiring, plumbing materials, supplier item numbers, and current supplier pricing when available. Materials and labor are separated so the client can see the expected cash requirement and contributed labor value clearly. Final pricing remains subject to supplier availability and changes.
This documented property walkthrough gave an investor a clear view of conditions that were not apparent from the original presentation of the property. After reviewing the written evaluation, photographs, and video, the investor chose not to proceed with the $30,000 acquisition—avoiding a property that would have immediately become a financial liability.
A practical plan that puts the work in the correct order, identifies dependencies between trades, and establishes clear project milestones. This helps prevent completed work from being damaged or removed because another step should have happened first. When milestone payments are part of the project, completed work is documented and verified before the next payment is released. This service does not include daily project management unless separately agreed in writing.
Contracted support for active projects and properties requiring coordination, progress documentation, routine monitoring, or ongoing preservation. Each role is defined by the property, the client’s needs, and a written agreement establishing responsibilities and limitations.
Coordination of approved project work, contractors, vendors, schedules, materials, and agreed milestones within a clearly defined written role. Urban Roots documents progress, addresses sequencing issues, and verifies completed work before milestone payments are approved. The exact level of involvement depends on the property and agreement. Contractor performance, permits, licensed-trade work, and project outcomes are not guaranteed.
Scheduled visits for vacant, occupied, or actively rehabilitated properties to document observable conditions and identify changes that may require attention. Reports may include photographs, video, visible maintenance concerns, signs of unauthorized entry, water intrusion, exterior damage, or project delays. This is routine condition documentation, not a licensed home inspection, security service, or guarantee against damage.
Practical support for vacant, occupied, or transitional properties that need routine attention to prevent avoidable deterioration. Work may include minor maintenance, property checks, securing openings, debris removal, yard care, weather-related preparation, and coordination with licensed trades when needed. Services are defined by the property and written agreement. Emergency response, security, and licensed-trade work are not automatically included.
A four-property wholesale package was being passed through a daisy chain using inflated values and property information that did not survive field verification. Urban Roots traced the ownership, went directly to the properties, and separated their actual condition and value from the numbers being used to market them.
The structure was still standing and workable, but the property was not what the original presentation suggested. The field evaluation documented a failing porch, roof sections at the end of their useful life, unsecured windows, long-term moisture exposure, brick and foundation concerns, inward grading, and sinking through the center floor system. It was not a teardown, but the numbers only worked under a disciplined acquisition and rehabilitation structure.
The property had catastrophic exposure that could not be justified by the asking price. Sections of the roof were completely gone, multiple areas had collapsed, and the rear addition contained an open room with no roof. Long-term water intrusion, mold, floor-system failure, basement exposure, accumulated trash, and an active burrow through the footer and foundation created major structural risk. Urban Roots did not pursue the acquisition.
Contracted work to prepare vacant houses and rental units for occupancy, sale, or the next phase of a property plan. Services are based on the unit’s condition and the work agreed to in writing.
Standard baseline for a two-bedroom, one-bath unit of approximately 650 square feet. The price includes materials, one paint color, flat finish, and walls and trim painted the same color. Original wood trim or other surfaces requiring taping, preservation, repair, or additional preparation carry an added charge. Final pricing depends on the property’s actual condition.
Property-specific work to prepare a vacant house or unit for its next occupant. Services may include cleaning, minor repairs, hardware replacement, fixture replacement, yard cleanup, debris removal, touch-up work, and coordination with licensed trades when required. The final scope and price are based on the property’s condition and the owner’s required completion standard. Licensed-trade work is not included unless separately contracted.
Practical support for vacant, occupied, or transitional properties that need routine attention to prevent avoidable deterioration. Work may include minor maintenance, property checks, securing openings, debris removal, yard care, weather-related preparation, and coordination with licensed trades when needed. Services are defined by the property and written agreement. Emergency response, security, and licensed-trade work are not automatically included.
Property-specific planning and stabilization support for bowed basement walls, visible structural movement, water intrusion, and related conditions. Work begins with observable conditions and identifies when engineering, licensed trades, drainage work, or additional evaluation is required.
Planning and installation support for basement walls showing inward bowing or movement related to exterior soil and hydrostatic pressure. Urban Roots uses the Gorilla Wall Braces system when it is appropriate for the property and the wall condition. This service stabilizes qualifying walls; it does not claim to eliminate the source of hydrostatic pressure. Engineering or additional foundation work may be required.
Evaluation of observable moisture and water-entry conditions to develop a practical response plan. Recommendations may address grading, gutters, downspouts, drainage, visible cracks, sump systems, ventilation, and moisture control. The service identifies likely contributing conditions but does not guarantee a dry basement or replace engineering, excavation, waterproofing, plumbing, or mold services when those are required.
Planning for observable structural concerns involving floor systems, support posts, beams, joists, load paths, foundations, and related movement or deterioration. Urban Roots documents the condition, identifies the work that appears necessary, and helps organize the next steps. Engineering, permits, excavation, and licensed-trade work are separate when required by the condition or project.
Contracted support for investors and property owners who need reliable field information, project structure, or an operating solution built around a specific property or portfolio. Urban Roots works within a clearly defined role and does not provide brokerage, appraisal, lending, or legal services.
Coordinated support for buyers who need more than a basic walkthrough before deciding whether a property makes sense. Services may combine a property evaluation, scope development, material planning, rehabilitation considerations, and documented field information. Each component is priced according to the work requested. Urban Roots does not negotiate the purchase, provide an appraisal, or guarantee the property’s value or outcome.
Ongoing field support for local or out-of-area investors who need reliable information from the property rather than depending entirely on listings, seller representations, or contractor updates. Services may include site visits, progress documentation, scope review, material planning, milestone verification, and communication concerning observable project conditions. The exact role and reporting schedule are established in writing.
For property owners who no longer want the day-to-day responsibility of operating a property or portfolio but are not ready or interested in selling. Urban Roots can evaluate a customized operational solution based on the property, the owner’s goals, and the agreed structure. This is not conventional third-party property management. Availability, responsibilities, financial terms, and operational authority are defined through a separate written agreement.
Tell us what property you are dealing with, what decision needs to be made, and what support you need. Urban Roots will review the request, identify the appropriate service, and explain the next step before anything is scheduled or contracted.
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Property evaluations and project-support services are based on observable conditions and field experience. Urban Roots Properties is not acting as a licensed home inspector, appraiser, attorney, lender, or general contractor.
Chad Bowlin | ICO1+ Certified Inspector | ShieldHub ID IL625261036 | Certification Expires 01/26/2027
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