Home Detectives

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I have 38 years experience in construction as a general contractor. Contractor experience makes for a better inspector. I also belong to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. Members are required to complete more hours of continued education than other Associations which makes for a more qualified inspector. Only 40% of applicants pass the INTERNACHI entrance exam and only 10% of those are able to meet the continued education requirements. Hiring a INTERNACHI home inspector is a great way to insure your inspector is highly trained. Home Detectives does not charge extra for travel time or weekends and our report format is one of the best in the industry.We also include the use of an infrared camera in our home inspections which allows us to see defects that are not visible to the naked eye. We offer a "Buy Your Home Back Guarantee" with every inspection. If we miss a major defect we will buy your home for the full purchase price. No two days are the same. Every house is different and almost every client is a new client. (some are repeat clients.) I enjoy helping clients make an informed decision and to help them be comfortable buying their new home.

Overview

Hired 64 times

2 employees

15 years in business

Business hours

Sun8:00 am - 7:00 pmMon8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, and Square cash app.

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2016

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Property Type

House

Condo/Apartment

Townhouse

Reason for inspection

Property ownership change

Property updated

Routine checkup

Home features

Attic

Basement

Chimney

Crawl space

Projects and media

Reviews

Excellent 4.9

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Telisa T.

Jan 29, 2016

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Susan C.

Mar 17, 2015

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Dave did my home inspection for a condominium in Hoffman Estates and did a wonderful job. He is very detailed oriented and his report covered everything from going on the roof, to dating the furnace, to checking for mold and moisture, and even checking every outlet to make sure they work properly. Outstanding Job, you cannot go wrong.

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Leo I.

Jun 28, 2015

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I was very happy to have chosen HOME DETECTIVES Inspections for my transactions. Abraham exhibited professionalism and passion in his business. Customer service excelled in communication, timeliness of scheduling, and the presentation of the Inspection reports. When I decided to buy a new property Dave immediately found a time that would work for me and the seller to get the property inspected and the report in our hands within one business day. The prices are competitive, the reports are clear and understandable, and they take the time to discuss the information with the buyer. I'm giving them all my business as they've done a wonderful job to earn it! Keep up the great work!

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Justin C.

Jan 25, 2016

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Melissa A.

Aug 3, 2015

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We appreciated David's thorough review of our home. He took the time to understand our concerns and provided a detailed report the same day. He even went a step further and sent us a helpful guide on home maintenance tips for after the inspection.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The pricing for home inspections is pretty basic. It's mostly based on square footage. Some inspectors charge more for older homes (75+ years). Some charge for travel time or weekends. We charge by square footage and age only. No extras for travel time or weekends.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have completed 57 hours of continued education this year. Illinois licensing requirements are only 6 hours per year.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I enjoy performing home inspections. It is important for the home inspector to help clients make an informed decision. Sometimes my inspections help a client avoid making a terrible purchase.

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