Beacon Light Home Inspections

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Introduction: I only try to serve Macomb, Oakland and St. Clair Counties. Also, price is for a vacant home, add $5 if occupied. (takes longer). Note: I will start at 10 AM on Thursday 7'th. or Sat. 9'th /19, and do the outside first, if that will work out. Any dogs in yard? Tell neighbors. etc. Crawl space must be legal size access and accessible, No standing water or mud. Allow 2.5 hours. Payment is cash or Check. (Sorry - no plastic.) I never had a complaint I did not settle professionally, to the satisfaction of my client. I have an A1 rating with the BBB. I get more referrals from past clients, than I do from other sources. Helping first time home buyers get a good start with both feet on the ground. Helping clients avoid the problems, I know many others have gotten into. If you are looking for a very low price, I understand that. You get what you pay for. Besides doing 1200 professional inspections in the last 17 years; I have been a Michigan Licensed Home Builder from 1978 to 2018. I Inspect Houses, Condos & Apartments; also Pole Barns, Office Buildings and Horse Barns. I am a current Michigan Registered Code Official: Building Inspector and Building Plan Reviewer. Ref: INSP00238. When 'Beacon Light' gives a price, it is firm, even if we take longer than my anticipated "Time Estimate". My inspections take 2 to 4 hours average to complete. sometimes 5 hours for larger homes with many things wrong. I specialize in lakefront properties, seawalls, docks and boat hoists. My price includes using a legal access for crawl spaces or unfinished basements; plus one garage. Heating systems are based on nat. gas forced air. (Hot water heat with boiler and electric baseboard heat are extra.) I, like most Inspectors, do NOT inspect: pools, lawn sprinklers, alarm systems, central vac systems nor security systems. Those are specialty systems; (contact the installer.) In Macomb County: The Environmental Health Department has to inspect Septic and Water well systems. Also, appliances are cursory (operating or not.) Lastly: I would like you to follow me around on the inspection (or be available on site). Beacon Light inspects as if it was my house and my hard earned money.

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Excellent 4.9

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Tanya b.

Jun 7, 2016

Dave is very through, personable and flexible.

Steve M.

Aug 4, 2015

Dave did a residential inspection for me in July 2015. He showed up prepared and knew a lot about the St. Clair Shores neighborhood. He is an expert with waterfront/seawall issues. He did a thorough job for a reasonable price. I will use him next time. - Steve

Sandie W.

Aug 4, 2015

Report was inclusive as to what would have to be upgraded and an approximate cost. Inspection left nothing out. Time frame was exceptional.

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Thank you very much for the review on Thumbtack.

Nancy E.

Aug 5, 2015

We contacted Dave to do the inspection of a condo we wanted to purchase. Dave is thorough, intense and experienced. He let us know of any problems found and provided suggestions for possible repairs, answering all questions on site. Suggest contacting contractors to precisely explain repairs and an estimated cost. I would suggest Dave Wilemski to a friend if they needed a reliable and experienced home inspector.

Mike K.

Aug 7, 2015

Dave the inspector did a great job! Very professional and comprehensive inspection. Will use again if needed and would highly recommend him.

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Inspector - David Alan Wilemski

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Yes, I do have a fair pricing system. It is one I developed from my previous 20 years experience as Estimating Manager. I spend about five (5) hours on the average client; (2 1/2 at site (including travel) and same in the office). My overhead is 15% so I have to charge enough to make a fair profit.. I adjust this range to the size and age of home. Historically older homes have more problems and newer homes have less. I also charge 15 to $30 more for crawl spaces; second kitchens in basements; finished basements with bars; two furnaces; docks; boat hoists; seawalls; etc. Also, (lately) in order to compete with some of my "newer" competition, I have been breaking my pricing down to a "Basic" price which removes taking pictures and spending time on some inside doors, appliances and windows. Then the Deluxe Inspection which adds those items back in. This 2 step pricing results in a $60 to $80 spread in the two prices. Some clients can take the pictures themselves with a smart phone and look at doors and windows per my instuctions. (We would write down their findings on the inspection form.) Time is money. Most buyers do not want the inspector to miss anything. There are a few home inspectors who give clients a much lower price and after 90 minutes on site they end the inspection; hand you the findings up to that point and leave. NOT ME. I cannot predict how long I will take on site until I get into the process. You are investing lots of money on your house; you do not want to make a big mistake by going with a green- horn inspector.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I ask enough questions to know what tools and instruments I have to bring. I also guestimate how long it will take. I also offer 3 or 4 options to lower my fee or provide additional services. I never exaggerate nor go over my abilities.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a Certified Professional Home Inspector by InterNACHI. I have been providing quality inspections for clients for over 17 years in 12 different Michigan Counties. I am a Michigan licensed Building Inspector and Plan Reviewer. #INSP00238. (for new homes meeting 2015 Building Codes).