Fletcher Barnes
Owner & Lead Inspector, FMB Empires Home Inspections
With 25 years of hands-on construction experience, Fletcher Barnes has built, renovated, and repaired homes from the ground up. That depth of knowledge means he doesn't just identify problems — he understands exactly why they happen, how serious they are, and what it takes to fix them properly.
Fletcher also brings 16 years of specialized HVAC/R experience to every inspection. Heating and cooling systems are among the most expensive components in any home, and most inspectors give them only a surface-level look. Fletcher digs deeper — assessing equipment condition, airflow, refrigerant lines, and overall system health with the eye of a trained technician.
Every inspection is conducted with a professional thermal imaging camera and moisture meter, allowing Fletcher to detect hidden heat loss, electrical hotspots, water intrusion, and damp framing that a visual inspection alone would miss. You get the full picture — not just what's visible on the surface.