Introduction: Choosing the best home inspector can be difficult. Different inspectors have varying equipment, experience, knowledge, reporting methods, standards and pricing.
I am glad to answer any question you have to help you choose the right inspector. I have over 25 years of experience in the construction field, for which time I was a custom home builder and a general contractor. For the last seven years, I have been a professional building inspector in the state of Illinois and Indiana. I write my reports on-site and off-site so that I can give you a proper inspection report. While some inspectors who write the report on-site are competent and knowledgeable, an inspection that depends entirely on the inspector's knowledge base and immediate response to the situation is at best incomplete.
I take my time inspecting your new home, multiple-unit building, condominium or commercial property. The inspections last from 2 to 3 hours, and you will receive your inspection report on-site or within 24 hours from the inspection.
At Master Home Inspector's, we go through rigorous training in numerous hours of continuing education classes where we participate by:
- Sharing pictures and thoughts with other inspectors
- Consulting with builders and pest control specialists
- Looking up codes
- Investigating appliance models
- Reflecting and utilizing any other resources we feel the situation calls for
I bring an arsenal of testing tools, measuring devices, knowledge and experience to every inspection. I inspect the following areas:
- Roof
- Vents
- Flashings
- Trim
- Gutters
- Downspouts
- Skylight
- Chimney
- Roof penetrations
- Decks
- Stoops
- Porches
- Walkways
- Railings
- Eaves
- Soffit
- Fascia
- Grading
- Drainage
- Basement
- Foundation
- Crawlspace
- Water penetrations
- Heating and Cooling Systems
- Main Water Shut-Off Valves
- Water Heater
- Plumbing Fixtures and Faucets
- Drainage Sump Pumps with Accessible Floats
- Electrical Service Line and Point of Entry
- Meter Box
- Main Disconnect
- Service Amperage
- Electrical Panels
- Breakers
- Fuses
- Grounding
- Bonding
- GFCIs
- AFCIs
- Fireplace Damper Door and Hearth
- Insulation
- Ventilation
- Garage doors
- Safety Sensors
- Openers and much more!
Finally, my home inspections are focused on saving you money, helping you understand the home's needs, and bringing you peace of mind.
Question and answer:
1. What important information should buyers have thought through before seeking you out?
- Someone looking for a home inspector should have the address, and if possible, the listing ready.
2. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?
- I completley dedicate myself to each inspection. I always show up early, and I have a new flat rate coming out that is hard to beat.
3. What do you like most about your job?
- Meeting new houses and new people. Also, finding out somebody is really glad they chose me.
4. What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
Q: How much?
A: $325.00