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    Matt T.

    Can't say enough good things about this company. We had Josh for our inspection and he was outstanding. Josh did a very thorough inspection with a huge report at the end of the day that covered every aspect of our new home. I highly recommend using them for your home inspection.

    Branden S.

    Frank was awesome, and went to great lengths to pull every possible problem with the home we were purchasing. He was quick to give a likely diagnosis, and recommend action for any needs. That said, he also wasn't fear-mongering, and didn't make a big deal out of things that were easy fixes. It helped that he invited me to walk with him throughout the entire inspection, so I could hear from him exactly when he saw things. Would use again!

    Lily F.

    As first time home buyers, we would highly recommend Chicagoland home inspectors. We had a great experience with our inspector, AJ. He was extremely thorough and did an excellent job communicating throughout the inspection, explaining what he was looking at and helping us understand how to prioritize any issues that came up. He took the time to answer all of our questions at the end and made sure we felt confident about the process. On top of that, he delivered a full detailed report the next day which helped keep everything moving in our home buying process. We appreciated his professionalism, attention to detail, and responsiveness. Thanks again!

    I highly recommend Chicagoland Home Inspectors! We used them to inspect a condo purchase in the city. We had James F. perform the inspection. He was very, very thorough and provided a detailed report the same day that we had our inspection. He was also very responsive on some of our follow up questions. He also provided his perspective on what he would prioritize to fix/upgrade, which we found very valuable. Again, highly recommend!

    Tareyn R.

    Pauric was absolutely incredible for our home inspection. He was ridiculously thorough--he caught things we never would have noticed even as folks who work in the industry. He took the time to explain it all in a way that actually made sense to us. Super knowledgeable, but also very human about it all. What really stood out was how well he communicates--not just with us, as first time buyers, but also with our agent. He made sure everyone was on the same page, which we really appreciated. You can tell he genuinely cares about his work and his clients. 10 out of 10 would recommend Chicagoland Home Inspectors to a friend.

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    Nina M.

    Highly recommend getting an inspection done by Chicagoland Home Inspectors! There is so much information on their website to understand what equipment they use, the scope of their inspection, transparency with pricing, the ability to book your inspection online, and other items that differentiate them from competitors like E&O insurance. The price for their services is fair and competitive with the market. The quality of work, attention to detail, use of tools/technology/equipment during the inspection, careful documentation, and timely issued report will definitely show the value of a home inspection with this company. Chicagoland Home Inspectors sent two NACHI certified inspectors, AJ Gilbert and Vince Miller, to look at the home. Both were incredibly knowledgeable and took time to make sure my husband and I understood the implications of the findings of their inspections. They were very detailed and made sure to give us the main takeaways for each section of the home. Both demonstrated that they enjoy the work that they do, are good at what they do, and value educating future homeowners about their purchase. The inspection report included photos, videos, and documentation about where main utility shutoffs were in the home. Thank you, AJ and Vince! Charlie Bellefontaine is the owner of the company and was very quick and available to answer questions before we hired his company to inspect the home. He has done a great job of hiring high quality inspectors to be on his team, providing information for a buyer to make an informed decision about inspection findings, transparency in pricing and services. He also initiates the option to discuss the inspection report personally with him. From the start of the process of researching inspection companies, completing the inspection, receiving the report, and discussing the report, Chicagoland Home Inspectors provides support through every step that completely exceeded my expectations. I would recommend these guys in a heartbeat. If you are looking for a home inspector, do your research and you will find that Chicagoland Home Inspectors are a company with integrity that brings the best value.

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    Dan M.

    Got an inspection done by Chicagoland Home Inspectors Inc. They did an excellent job! They were very flexible with our schedule. John our inspector was very friendly, knowledgable, punctual, and gave us great tips for fixing our future home. I was very pleased and would definitely use them again. Highly recommend!

    Mike was so great to work with!! He was very thorough and happy to talk us through everything he was looking for!

    Mike was so great to work with!! He was very thorough and happy to talk us through everything he was looking for and the importance of them. I would definitely recommend Mike to anyone getting an inspection in the future!

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    Miranda L.

    John and (I'm so sorry I'm blanking on the name of the new inspector who was shadowing him) did an awesome job. They were extremely thorough, professional and kind. John even tightened a loose doorknob for us! We feel so confident proceeding with this purchase now that we have the inspection report. We haven't done the debrief call to discuss the results because we were able to get so much information during the inspection itself, but it's great knowing we have that option too.

    Colleen E.

    My fiancé and I had our home inspection done last week and Vince was amazing! He was informative, knowledgeable, and thorough. Also very patient and friendly, which is nice given how stressful the home buying process has been so far for us millennials. The home we're in the process of buying is over 140 years old so we wanted to make sure everything was in order. After the inspection, we scheduled a time to speak with the owner, Charlie who walked us through everything more in depth which was super helpful. In this housing market, I feel like every aspect has been a whirlwind of emotions and craziness but I know we definitely appreciated their authenticity and kindness. The attention to detail and the overall care for the well-being of their clients is unmatched. Thank you guys again so much for giving us peace of mind and being so helpful!

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    Elyse K.

    They equipped us with the facts we needed to back out of a contract. We found a house of our dreams, but the inspection revealed so many big items we just couldn't justify buying it. Vince was thorough and took time to talk me through each of his remarks. There was no sense he was trying to get out and move onto the next job. That made me feel like we were getting our money's worth in service. When the report was issued the next day, Charlie (owner) offered a free Zoom call to review it, as is standard for all their clients. It was after our call with Charlie we decided we had enough information about how much each item mattered and what repairs would cost. They gave great recommendations and overall we felt the process was extremely educational and a critical piece of our home buying process. When we find the next dream home, we'll be equipped with more knowledge and certainly call on them again for another inspection. Highly recommend. Good luck out there - it's a daunting process, but you can't go wrong if you hire the right people.

    I don't usually write reviews, but the exceptional service and character of the people we worked with in this experience definitely warranted one. As first-time homebuyers, we quickly found the process to be overwhelming with so many details to keep track of. However, the inspection was a standout experience. Glen's service was exceptional--thorough, patient, and professional. Our agent was even impressed, noting that Glen used tools she'd never seen before. The inspection report he provided was not only detailed but also well-organized and easy to understand. Afterwards, Charlie, the owner, personally reached out to offer his time to review the report with us. I really appreciated his depth of knowledge, patience, and transparency during our call. It gave us a lot of confidence in their service and reassured us about our next steps in the home-buying process. 5/5 stars--well deserved. I highly recommend their services. Their prices were also very competitive compared to other quotes we received. Worth every penny.

    We had a condo inspection and sewer scope done by Michael. As first time buyers he took time to explain how each system works in the home and suggested fixes for some minor issues he found. He was extremely informative and answered every question we had. The report we received was very detailed and included high quality photos of each system/item tested/examined. The price might seem a bit higher than others but the quality of service is well worth it.

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    This was such a wonderful experience as a first time homebuyer! First off, I called for a quote and…read moredid not need to speak to anyone- they sent all the info I needed in a text. Much easier to reference that info electronically rather than writing down everything live while speaking on the phone. They have an online scheduling system open for you to see, so you can view all their availability in one place and find a time that best fits you. We had Vince complete our inspection. He was very thorough and professional. From the very beginning, he was very clear that we could voice any concerns throughout the experience. Whenever we asked about something, he immediately checked it out. After we received the report, the owner Charlie walked us through each of the items on our inspection report with us to make sure we understood everything. He even gave us his personal recommendations on stores/suppliers he uses. Overall, this was a great experience for me. Easy online scheduling, clear communication, timely reports, professionalism, honesty, and genuine care for the craft. I would highly recommend Chicagoland Home Inspectors to anyone.

    We had Tim Heise as our inspector. He was very professional and thorough with his inspection of the…read moreproperty we were under contract for. He was honest and spoke to us, not the realtor. His report included both major and minor issues with a comprehensive list of what repair was needed for each issue and by whom. The inspection took around 3 hours and cost was very reasonable for what this was. What I really liked was how the owner, Charlie, talked with us afterwards about each aspect of the report and told us exactly what he would do to fix each issue. He listened patiently to our many questions so we never felt rushed. As a first time home buyer who has had negative experiences with home inspectors in the past, his explanations put me at ease. I highly recommend this company to anyone getting a home inspection. They did an awesome job.

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    Chicago Building Inspections

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    Incredibly poor service and lack of accountability. We hired this company for a home inspection,…read moreand they completely missed extensive mold on the basement ceiling caused by a leaking steam shower. This oversight ended up costing us $15,000 to remediate and repair. When we confronted them, they came back out to the property and saw the visible mold themselves, yet they still refused to take full responsibility. Instead, they offered a insulting $1,200 settlement. I highly recommend looking elsewhere if you want a thorough and honest inspection. The pictures below show the mold found on the basement ceiling, as well as the mold discovered after we had to rip apart our shower. It's funny Ross says what the public should know.   First the adjacent steam shower unit he talks about is 14' away from the actual shower that was leaking. And was not leaking during inspection.  This was noted that it was fixed years earlier by the previous owner.  The closing of the house was not 90 days after the inspection it was the normal 45 days that is very common. Also the lack of construction experience by CBI.  When first confronted about the leak I was informed in an email that we were told there was caulk issues around the shower. Anyone that has ever put in or been around a walk in shower knows the shower doesn't leak because of the water proofing membrane.  Not caulk.  What this means is the shower should not leak before tile, grout, and caulk are installed.  Once again not experienced with construction practices. All I have to say is watch what you sign when hiring a building inspector. We were denied by there insurance company due to waivers being signed taking all liability away from CBI before they even stepped foot on the property to perform the inspection.  Oh yeah.  I didn't mention the house down the street that they missed the kitchen sink leaking and the wall of mold behind it. Got our family twice they did.

    Morgan came out to do or condo inspection. Very thorough…read moreand high quality report! Website technology makes it so easy. Thank you!

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    River North, Near North Side

    Home inspector should be a professional that informs the buyer of any important defects of a home…read more Inspectrum FAILED and they JUST DON'T CARE. After I tried to communicate the issues, including water damage and mold, with the inspector, who allegedly communicated with one of the owners, all I received was a lengthy email explaining they did everything they could and I should eat up the cost fixing those issues myself. Baseboard with water damage in basement was behind the couch, but it's easy to found out with a peek over behind the couch during the inspection. When we ripped off the baseboard, there were about 25 ft drywall covered with mold. There were obvious yellow stain from water damage in the basement bedroom ceiling. It wasn't included in the report. Response was that it "did appear to be dry, and this most likely was a leaking issue from the kitchen island above, and should just be a matter of re-painting." It's your job to include those issues in the report. It's up to me whether I'm okay with them or want to negotiate some credit. It's a different story when those issues were simply not mentioned in the report. The water damage in the solid wood looked like the bottom of a pot that keeps plant. The baseboard next to that spot was also stained from water damage. Again, not included in the report and response was moving furniture was not allowed. Huh? There was no furniture covering the baseboard. There are random mold in the fridge and paint bubble in window sill. None was addressed in the report. So, what did I pay you almost $700 for?? I'm not paying for someone to tour around the house, but find issues that need to be fixed. If those were included, I may get some credit back. Not only did they deny their incompetence (of course, who will admit), but also not trying to fix their mistake by offering some of the credit. If you have money to waste on this company, go for it. I'd never bother or recommend them.

    Tony at Inspectrum was quick but thorough, and knowledgable! His report on our first home purchase…read morewas extremely detailed, including everything from minor cosmetics/normal age-related issues to dangers, notating the level of concern for each thing so we could make an informed decision about the property. He turned the report around in the same evening, so appreciate your hard work!

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    The Home Inspectors

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    The Loop

    As someone who has bought and sold 7 homes over the last 15 years, I have experience with…read moreinspectors and their associated reports. You need to know the following if you are considering The Home Inspectors: Pros: Allan was timely. He arrived when he said he would and completed the report the same day. I believe his knowledge and experience are comparable to the industry. Cons: This is the first inspection I have ever received that is both handwritten and lacking photos to document and detail the issues discovered. Allan chalked this up to being "old school". I interpret "old school" as not willing to learn or change with the current times to deliver a thoroughly documented report. Most of my inspections have ranged between 20-70 pages. Allan's was 3 pages. Allan has no digital tools for reading of temperatures of air or water so any deficiency could not be specifically measured. Therefore, that part of the inspection has proven to be completely worthless. Upon completion of the inspection, Allan verbally reviewed his findings. What was missing was any details about the furnace. When I asked Allen about this his response was "I'm sure it's fine". I had to negotiate my way back into the home to have this tested. The home that is being purchased is for my daughter who is attending college. When she shared that her dormitory was open only to out of country students, Allan's response was "foreigners!" While making small talk after the inspection, Allan generously shared his opinions about the crime in the city being the byproduct of having a "colored" mayor and police chief. While I agreed to Allan's price ahead of the inspection, he was more expensive than other inspections I have had completed. In short, if you want a report lacking current day technology or details, that is hand written, having important infrastrurcture overlooked for a home you are buying that is slightly overpriced, combined with a general dislike of anyone that is not American born or represents a culture that is not pasty white, Allan is your guy! The selection of this partner was a mistake.

    From the owner: The Home Inspectors was founded on 25 years of residential remodeling experience. A home…read moreinspector uses the five senses to compile clues about a property's condition. We know the major systems of a house, hands on, inside and out. Only a home inspector who has extensive time in the field can make an educated judgement on what signal major or minor problems. *Slope & Elevevation of Grounds *Chimneys & Fire Places *Heating & Air Conditioning *Electrical & Wiring Systems *Attic *Kitchen & Bathroom *Door & Window Mechanisms *Plumbing Systems & Fixtures *Basement & Crawl Space *Foundation (Interior/Exterior) *Exterior Siding & Roofing *Garage Door & Mechanisms *Gutters, Flashing, & Downspouts *Walks, Driveways, Patios & Stoops *Wall Covering Material What To Expect... Our inspections take 2 to 4 hours to complete depending on size, complexity, and age of the building. We are sensitive to the needs of first-time buyers. We take extra time to answer questions about the systems and conditions of your home. We enter your data into a permanent file and welcome your questions after you move in. Inspection is an evaluation of property defects and is not a contract, warranty or insurance. You get... * A quickly scheduled appointment, usually within 48 hours. * A documented report with over 250 checkpoints that eliminate guesswork & help you avoid costly mistakes...

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