I just used Bob (Guyer Inspections) for my new home in Sierra Madre and my son used him as well last year. We were both over top impressed with his speed and professionalism as well as his candid verbal and written reports. I highly recommend Guyer Inspections to everyone. read more

I recently bought my first house, a thoroughly overwhelming experience. My realtor suggested I hire Bob Guyer to do the inspections and I couldn't be happier with his work. Not sure what I expected but it certainly wasn't a 200 page, painstakingly thorough report that detailed every detail no matter how minor. On site, once Bob was done with his initial inspection, he patiently walked me through everything he found and recommended some fairly simple solutions. Once he had the report complete and delivered, Bob called me to ask if I had any questions and make sure I understood everything clearly. Great work, fair price, and on top of it Bob's a really nice guy. With the info provided in the report I received from Guyer Inspections I was able to convince the seller to do about $30,000 worth of "corrections" before closing on the house. Which is certainly not terrible at all! read more

Professional, knowledgeable and kind. Bob provides a through review, calm and collected in explaining and addressing our concerns. Lots of detail with a nice summary of critical issues. Furthermore, when we had a follow up 2 months after purchasing the house, Bob was kind to quickly respond, adjusted his schedule and came in person to review the issue and provide a contact that would help address the issue. Bob went above and beyond -- I would highly recommend him to any buyer considering a purchase. read more

Bob is an inspector's inspector. As an agent it is my duty to protect and educate the buyers whom I represent. With Bob Guyer inspecting the property I am confident that I am properly providing that fiduciary duty. He has a deep understanding of the history of construction in Los Angeles homes and can explain it in clear terms. When there is an issue he finds the causes, offers solutions and helps buyers understand what to expect. A true professional that I have no reservations recommending. read more

If you're buying a home or even considering doing so... do yourself a huge (and smart) favor - get it inspected by someone who's got a deep understanding of the trades & technologies. Love his straight talk, attention to details and thoroughness! Bob Guyer IS the man to hire! read more

BOB IS THE BEST! Bob, I can't thank you enough for all the inspections you have done for us! You are so incredibly thorough and knowledgable! Thank you so much for all your time and excellent inspection reports. It makes our lives so much easier when deciding if we are going to purchase a house or not. Bob is so easy to be around and I really appreciate his sense of humor and wisdom with things I have no clue about Home wise. I highly recommend Bob Guyer for anyone and any Home Inspection! He thinks of EVERYTHING! Thank you Bob! read more

As a Realtor in Los Angeles, there are numerous options when looking for an Inspector. While I always allow my clients to make the final decision, they all go with Bob. He has been my exclusive Inspector for years. Bob is exactly what you want in an Inspector: Thorough but not an Alarmist. He's realistic. He'll tell you all the issues with a home, and then clarify which are the ones to really be concerned with. Buying a home can, at times, feel like a loud, scratched up record - tons of loud information flooding at you. You need someone knowledgeable to cut through the noise. Since Bob was a Contractor himself, he gives you helpful advice and can even estimate the cost of items needed fixing. He is also in touch with all the best tradesmen throughout the city, so if you need more, he's happy to refer you. Personally, Bob has a lot of personality. He enjoys his job, and enjoys sharing that joy with his clients. Texting is his best mode of communication, as he spends most days underneath our houses! He will take a bit of time to do the inspection, but the time is worth it. And his rates are extremely competitive. I didn't know Bob when I bought my first home, but since knowing him and using him, I won't ever buy without him again. read more

Another inspector, Randy Funk recommended Bob to us. Bob has been essential in our home purchase from out of state. He has been punctual in his communication and thorough in our home inspection report, easing our minds about making a home purchase on a home we haven't been able to see in person before buying. He's responded quickly and has been kind enough to walk us through the entire process of the inspection and answer any and all questions we might have. He also offered us a reinspection after the repairs were finished, helping us catch one item that wasn't fully fixed. This has been so helpful, knowing we can rest that there won't be any unexpected surprises after we close. Another contractor company in the area was not very responsive and took a while to return my calls. We had to book through their website without hearing back from anybody and ended up canceling their service before ultimately having Bob do our home inspection. I'm so glad we did. You won't regret using him as your inspector! read more

In the process of buying a new house ,Bob came highly recommended by both the Buying and Selling Agents, and now I understand why. Professional, thorough, detailed oriented, yet approachable and patient with my inquiries. Bob was a consummate professional and clearly enjoys his craft. His background in construction and understanding of varying codes was impressive. He also had communication range. He could break down the scientific and structural engineering terminology and simplify it for understanding. With that he was also clear on what will be reported, and what he would do "if it were his house". Which I found as solid counsel as a prospective buyer. Excellent work. Highly recommended! read more

I recently needed an inspection of some wood damage in my attic post tenting for a termite infestation. Bob was on time, professional, courteous and beyond knowledgeable. He explained the issues I had in language I could understand. He was kind enough to refer me to the right engineer/contractor to get the work done at a fair and reasonable price. As if all of the above isn't enough Bob is a genuinely nice man I would highly recommend Guyer Inspections to anyone in need of an inspection for any type of property whatsoever. read more

Bob is great! I just bought my 1st condo in Van Nuys and had zero experience in what it takes to buy a condo. So many hoops! Bob was amazing at putting me at ease. He took his time, very thorough! He explained all his findings in an easy to understand matter. No finding was to small to write up and explain it to me. I would definitely use him again! As a matter of fact my nephew also used Bob with great success when he purchased his townhouse a few years ago! Thanks Bob! read more

Used Bob to perform a house inspection on a property we were thinking about buying. He was incredibly thorough and the inspection report was gold in understanding every single little thing that was or could be an issue. The report provided great leverage when negotiating with the owners on what needed to be fixed. We ended up buying the house and now have a "To-Do" list of things to work on! read more

I recently opened escrow on a "flipped" house. What appeared to be high quality work was exposed by Bob as a deliberate attempt to cover up major flaws in the home. What was clear from the beginning is that Bob Guyer was looking out for our best interest. He spent over 8 hours going through the home. He is highly experienced and not fooled by contractors ploys. Thank you Bob for saving my wife and I from making a terrible decision! read more

I had the exact same experience as Peter M. On a luxury home. Not a fan of this inspector. Would not recommend.

I would stay far far away from this inspector. He is unresponsive, rude and just plain strange. He charges ALOT more than other inspectors and is really strange. The one time he actually called us back he flipped out and my husband told him we would have to find another inspector. He frightened me. read more

I'm not sure what those two one star reviews are all about, but we just bought a house in Mar Vista, and Bob was the best. Punctual, professional, intelligent, thoughtful, and super nice. He was also available, after his work was completed, to answer a few questions (via text) I had about plumbing work that was done in our house. He is a great inspector, and a fantastic resource in case you need an unbiased opinion on anything house related. Highly recommended. read more

I started working with Robert Guyer as my inspector of choice in the 1990s. When I first met him, he was a general contractor with years of building experience. Since then he has become the consummate specialist in the field of Home Inspection. I understand he helps to write some of the guidelines in the industry. One of the best things I like about Robert is that he is not an alarmist. When there are things that come up on a home inspection, he approaches it from a logical point of view. He doesn't try to make a problem where there isn't one but is definitely upfront about an issue that needs to be addressed. He carries all the credentials and insurance to boot. Robert is my choice. read more

When I was buying my condo I wanted to know as much as I could about what I couldn't see. Was I getting into a money pit? What was broken? What was about to break? What was not up to code? What may be a potential safety issue? Bob, answered all those questions for me! Bob is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and very professional. When he was done, he reviewed his findings with me and answered all my questions. I received his final report in just a few days, complete with details and photos. If you are like me, and really want to know what you're buying, I highly recommend Bob Guyer! read more

There is no-one nicer, more fair or more knowledgable. Never meet him before I found him. This man is truly who you can trust for you inspections or other needs. I give him 10 stars. read more

Bob was professional, courteous, knowledgable, thorough, and very competitive in his pricing. He was a huge asset in our home buying experience. He found a dangerous carbon monoxide leak in our garage and quite literally saved our lives. Thanks to Bob's sharp eye and experience, we were able to get the sellers to pay for the repair and we are happy in our new home. Thanks Bob. You are great. On a personal note, I saw a couple 1 star reviews and I have to say they look bogus. If you look at his website, you'll note he has all the necessary training and it shows in his work. I'd recommend him to family and friends without hesitation. read more

Bob was a lifesaver!! I entered a very quick escrow with a short inspection window, but Bob was able to accommodate my needs, and provided a most thorough, detailed inspection report. Bob is extremely professional and accessible - offering to answer questions and explain details whenever convenient. Bob truly made this process simple, and much easier than I expected!! read more

Bob conducted an inspection of our house that we are considering selling. He was prompt and thorough, and we received his report in just a few days. Bob is personable and professional and we're pleased with his work. read more

Bob is the best in the business!! He is always on time and always shows up with a smile on his face. He handles my buyers/sellers so well. Regardless of what he finds he explains it in a calm and straightforward way. I don't think there is anything Bob doesn't know when it comes to home inspections. A must use if you are a buyer, seller, or agent in a home transaction! read more

Bob was an excellent home inspector! He answered all of our questions and provided a very detailed report on the repairs needed. We look forward to working with him again in the future! Thanks Bob! read more

Bob Guyer did the most comprehensive and through report I've ever seen in buying three homes here in LA. PLUS: Guyer adds pictures to back up his report and exactly show a problem that is import when you bring a maintenance company to repair and service a problem. PLUS: Bob Guyer is very nice to deal with and very patient when explaining a problem. I Highly recommend Bob Guyer. read more

What can I say about Bob! Bob saved me from buying a home on a hill that was a great price but was going to fall off the hill. He saved me a down payment and major headache. Bob also did the home inspection on the home I eventually ended up buying. I would never buy a home without this input. He is so detailed and thorough. He will let you know everything you need to know about that home whether it's good bad or the ugly. He will let you know if its a minor, major issue or something that is fixable. He will advise you based on his many years of experience whether it's worth what you are buying for or even whether you can negotiate it down based on the issues with the home. He is unbias and will give it to you real. Thank you Bob for always looking out for Jaz and I. You are simply Awesome! read more

Bob did an amazing job on my home inspection. I highly recommend him. He was thorough and really took his time to cover all areas of the home to give me full understanding the home I was purchasing. Thanks Bob!!! read more

I fully agree with the last review on 8/7/2014 - very unprofesssional if not completely deceitful person - would never use. I spoke with him on a Monday and we confirmed an appointment for that Thursday. Emailed him the property information but did not receive the requested delivery receipt. He did not respond to several calls. After I left a message telling him that I was going to cancel the appointment he called back and after checking his calendar told me he already doubled booked an appointment for my inspection. Also claimed he never received my emails when they went to the correct address off his website (and confirmed on the phone). I asked him to send me an email to respond to and he incorrectly spelled my address and then refused to listen to the correction. Obviously not using him but now in a bind relative to timing for my inspection as 2 days wasted. read more

Bob was as thorough as I could have hoped. He was glad to answer all my questions. I would definitely use him again for a home inspection!

We had a great experience working with Bob, We requested him at a very busy time, within a very short window and he came through for us with an extensive report. He went above and beyond by walking us through the summary, taking time out of his personal weekend to help us work out all of the details. In addition, the subcontractors and other inspectors he referred were professional and his wealth of contacts and ideas were extremely helpful. I would highly recommend him! read more

Guyer is spot on with his inspection and puts the exact time and detail you would expect from a professional in his field. Trustworthy, dependable and relays the information extremely well. Our written report was complete with all the information and photos that we would ever need, plus some. We are very happy with Bob Guyer. I'm pretty positive you will be too! read more

As a real estate broker I can attest that Bob is one of the best home inspectors in the business. He is patient, knowledgeable and very thorough. I have been using him for years and I will continue to recommend him for years to come. Keep up the great work Bob! read more

Bob came to our new house in Thousand Oaks to help us with our home inspection yesterday. I must say that I am very impressed with his professionalism, modesty, knowledge and expertise. Throughout the whole 4 hr he has been extremely patient, meticulous and worked hard to be as thorough in his inspection as he could. Bob is always very polite and kind to take time to explain things and answer all my questions very patiently. I highly respect him and would happily recommend him as a best-in-class home inspector! read more

Bob is a joy to work with! This is the third home we are buying so I have experiences with other inspectors. In comparison, Bob is detailed, thorough, knowledgeable and he really looks out for his clients. His inspection was four/five hours long. He looks at EVERYTHING and takes the time to educate you about everything on the house! We have a dispute with the seller about the roofing materials, Bob was spot on with the materials (which was discontinued in 1990....he is that good!), confirmed by the city. Bob is knowledgeable, thorough, honest, and super nice. I will definitely use him again and highly recommends his services. read more

Inspection took an hour and a half, but It took this guy an entire week to complete and deliver the report for a mobile home. 125 pages later, the buyer is scared beyond belief and the sale is cancelled. Sure, there's a few things wrong with every home, but there's a way to explain them that doesn't unnecessarily scare the crap out of the buyer! Mobile Homes are unique and require a specific skill set to properly inspect. This one is older but has no drips or water leaks, no roof issues, re-piped copper plumbing, working HVAC, but this guy made a huge deal about possible mold under a bathroom sink, even tho there was none visible and no signs of damage or board swelling, just some white residue. Could have been anything really!!! Unbelievable. 125 pages for a mobile home! Never seen anything like this in 14 years as a realtor. Not sure why he felt the need to destroy this sale, but he most certainly did. A shame really, nice place with good bones, laminate flooring, copper plumbing, good water heater and HVAC, washer & dryer, sun porch, tons of landscaping and plants, privacy and excellent neighbors!! We tried to explain and go over the report with basic common sense but once a buyer reads "possible mold" and "have it checked NOW!" they get scared, they tune out, and it's all over! What a Shame! Buyer loved the place until this inspection and there's really nothing major wrong with it!! I guess some inspectors feel they have to validate their fee by finding lots of stuff the buyer can point out to the seller for reimbursement. Buyer gets scared, Seller says this is nuts and cancels the deal while the inspector cashes a big check! Nice!! read more

I have used Guyer Inspections twice now, both times in the Oxnard Channel Islands Marina. Bob was on time, confirming in advance the appointment times. Bob is very thorough in what he inspects, he also takes the time to show you the differences between what is in code and what is not, what is considered dangerous and what can be fixed at a later time. His reports are exactly what every buyer or homeowner should have when involved in a home purchase. I would highly recommend this company. read more

Bob Guyer is very thorough and professional. He has saved my clients, both buyers and sellers, time and time again. I highly recommend him for any home inspection. You will very pleased with his reports. He makes complicated issues easy to understand. His knowledge of the construction industry will benefit you immensely. read more

I watched Bob Guyer go through a house I was considering buying. I do not have the experience to know if he found every possible problem (he did find quite a few that were not obvious). What he did that sets him apart from other inspectors I have used is his presentation. He went over every problem, indicated how serious it was, what the probable cause was, how it was going to affect me, how soon I would have to attend to the problem, and what my options were for fixing it. If it was clear that I did not completely understand the issue he went back over it until I did. That kind of information is invaluable. When I started to write the check to pay him and mentioned the figure that the realtor and he had agreed on he told me that was too high. There was a check he could not perform (you cannot crawl under a slab) so he lowered the fee for his services. Amazing. Simply amazing. read more