Homeview Inspection

(159 reviews)

5 stars I needed a…read morehome inspection and opened a new project on Yelp this past weekend and sent out a request for quotes. Gerald (and maybe his team?) had responded promptly with price and what to expect. On the day of the service, he showed up on time and thoroughly inspected the space. Ran water tests, remarked on electrical panel & electrical outlets, tested dishwasher and stove, and checked on the A/C unit. My realtor was there looking around as well. Overall, I think the inspection went well and I was informed of things I needed to keep an eye on and little and big details that I may want to change in the future. His price was also pretty reasonable. Would recommend!

We had a wonderful experience with Scotland Yard Home Inspections and highly recommend them to…read moreanyone buying a home. Scheduling was easy, communication was clear and they showed up right on time. Gerald was incredibly thorough and walked us through everything he was seeing, explaining issues in a way that was easy to understand without making anything feel overwhelming. What really stood out was how detail oriented and honest the inspection felt. They checked everything from top to bottom and pointed out both the big things and the small maintenance items that most people wouldn't think to look for. The report we received afterwards was super organized and easy to reference. As a buyer they gave us a lot of confidence going into the next steps of the process. Scotland Yard Home Inspections is a great choice!

Magnum Opus Inspections

4.7

(61 reviews)

Top-Notch Home Inspection Service!…read more I had a fantastic experience working with Raz, the phenomenal home inspector. From the very beginning, they were prompt, professional, and incredibly thorough. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answering all of my questions with patience and detail. The inspection report was well-organized, easy to understand, and delivered quickly;complete with photos and helpful recommendations. It gave me real peace of mind during a stressful home-buying process. You can tell this inspector truly cares about their work and the people they serve. Reliable, knowledgeable, and highly attentive to detail; everything you want in a home inspection service. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone. Excellent service from start to finish!

I'm a Realtor and have had dozens of property inspections over the years. I wanted to use Raz for…read moremy personal property sale because he claimed he was so detailed, had construction industry background, and he has good reviews. Well, I got swindled. Believe the other reviews that say his inspections are sloppy and his reports are not detailed. (perhaps his good reviews come from people who don't know what to expect.) Basically, Raz is a scam artist. He sold me on the fact that his pricing is $500+ more than other inspectors because of his quality. But the inspection and report I got was the sloppiest and least detailed report I have ever received - for the highest price! Neither my hubby or I was home when he did the inspection. He said it would take 5 hours; he texted after 3 hours saying he was done. He missed a huge list of things, and then completely ghosted me when I pointed it out and asked him to come back. I included pictures and videos, so there was no doubt. Still no response. I have 2 attached apartments on this property. I told him one would not be accessible, but the other tenant would leave the door unlocked. I even told Raz how to access the attic space where the HVAC system is for that unit. He completely SKIPPED inspecting that apartment entirely. He made silly errors, like saying he could not inspect my fireplace because the gas key was not available. But you can even see the key hanging in the photo he provided! He said the lights over my bed were not functional, but he just did not notice the switches on either side of my headboard for those lights. He said the sliding door wouldn't lock, when he wasn't closing it tight enough to engage the pin. He missed appliances in the kitchen, and really didn't even test the ones he did show in the report (I know, because one burner on the stove doesn't light well, and he would have caught that if he'd done a thorough inspection.) I had a list of about 30 things a handyman was scheduled to do, that I knew a good inspector would catch. I like to say "Done, Done Done" on pre-sale inspection reports, so people can see what things have already been paid for and corrected. These were not minor things: tripping hazards, wood rot, bricks pulling away from the concrete, exterior electrical outlets that weren't functioning, outlet covers missing, etc etc. He didn't catch one of those things! The only exterior lights he mentioned were my rear deck lights. He missed 2 front porch lights, security lights, sidewalk lights, front columns lights? How? In the garage, he missed an entire room (where the electrical subpanel is, so that was not in the report either), signs of rodents, outlets not working, etc. He didn't even go on the roof, giving a lame excuse about worrying about falling through. He'd already been in the attics, and could see there was solid sheathing under the metal roof! Every other inspector I've ever had has included a roof inspection, and a referral to a roofing contractor if they see issues beyond their scope. I also told Raz he would not be able to inspect the pool and equipment, because the pool was empty - but to please note that the pump was a newer energy-efficient pump. And I provided photos of the water heater and whole house recirc system to him, which he would not have access to, and asked him to include those in his report as well (with a note that customer had supplied the photos). He included neither of those things. So many other things skipped too! He basically flew through my house doing the least possible, and then refused to release the report to me unless I paid in full - because he KNEW he'd done a completely crap job and would have to go back and do it over if I saw the report before paying. With all of the things I had already indicated would not be accessible or able to test, he discounted the price a little bit initially. But add those things to the apartment he completely skipped, and he really only inspected/reported on about 60% of my property, and even that was extremely subpar. Yet I paid $1200+ for 3 hours of his time. His "detailed 69 page report" basically just had boilerplate verbiage for most items. Do NOT waste your time or money with this guy. If he had done the right thing and offered to come back and make it right, that would be a different story. But the fact that he can do this shoddy work and then ghost me, not taking any responsibility whatsoever, shows the type of guy he really is. He's a sweet talker, but takes advantage when he can. Also be aware that the "home inspector" industry is the only sector that doesn't have any licensing requirements. So there is literally no agency to report him to. That's why he can get away with doing things like this. And he'll do it again. Hopefully not to you.

Home Inspection Experts

4.8

(246 reviews)

I set up a project here in Yelp for pre-purchase Home inspections. I received about 4 answers…read morewithin a day and this Home Inspection Experts is the one that got my attention and trust right off the bat. The first message is very welcoming and they already tell you what packages they have with the prices and even extra services like termites and general pool inspection. No need for back and forth messaging asking for prices or your number for them to call. I checked their reviews and that's it, I decided I want their services. I messaged back and her reply is almost immediate at a very strange time. I think I messaged her late at night. I just copied and pasted their message to my agent and there, appointment is set. We chose the platinum so the sewer inspection will be included and additional pool and termites. During the inspections, the 2 inspectors came on time. Home inspections took about 2 and a half hours which is really good coz it means they check every detail. They delivered the findings verbally and the written report was sent to my agent and me the next day. I don't even know how to share to you the result because there's a lot. Just trust Home Inspection experts. They got you covered. I recommend this company 100%.

I used Yelp to send out multiple quotes and received a quick response, and quick replies to my…read morequestions. The inspector took us through the home to show us what they had found, and their recommendations. Very thorough, and took the time to explain things when we had questions. Really happy with our experience, definitely recommended.

Top Dog Certified Home Inspections

(61 reviews)

Top Dog Certified Home Inspections was excellent to work with. Jerry, the owner, completed an…read moreindependent roof inspection as well as other testing on multiple occasions, and he was kind, punctual, professional, and easy to work with every time. Jerry's reports are incredibly thorough, with detailed explanations and helpful pictures that made everything easy to understand. He is extremely knowledgeable and took the time to clearly explain his findings, answer our questions, and make sure we understood both the big picture and the smaller details. What really stood out was Jerry's honesty and integrity. He is thoughtful, straightforward, and does careful, high-quality work. We really appreciated his expertise and would highly recommend Top Dog Certified Home Inspections.

I personally don't leave reviews, but I must this time because Top Dog Certified Home Inspections…read more(Jerry) provided truly top-notch service. From srart to finish, the inspection was extremely thorough, professional, and easy to understand. The inspection, Jerry, took time to explain every detail, answered all of my questions and provided a clear, well-organized report. Thanks to his deligience, all identified issues were properly addressed by the seller, which gave me complete peace of mind moving forward. If you are purchasing a home in SCV area, you absolutely must use Top Dog Certified Home Inspections. Highly recommended!!! I definitely will order another inspection of my house a few month later, within the home warranty period of 1 year.

Elite Group Inspection Professionals

4.5

(431 reviews)

I recently put an offer on a mobile home in Gardena. My realtor set me up with Elite inspections…read moreand I'm so glad she did! The mobile was inspected on 5/23. James was the inspector and he was great! He was on time and very thorough. He was patient about answering my question too. The inspection was scheduled from 10-12. He stayed a little bit longer to make sure everything was checked out. I feel like I got great service at a very fair price. I highly recommend this company!

I used this company for a home inspection later last year. I was told about a lot of small things…read morelike a not properly installed/mounted plug in the access area in the wall for the HVAC. So, I thought this company was no joke... Which was an about $30,000 mistake. As I paid the extra fee for the "pool/spa inspection". The inspector had zero idea what he was doing with the pool "inspection". The pool turned out to be completely compromised. The plaster lining has to be replaced because there are cracks so that are leak leaking behind the plaster. The entire filter and heater are compromised. Everything has to be replaced.

Elite Inspection Services

(27 reviews)

We purchased a house earlier this year, and the inspection was arranged by our realtor…read more On the day of, the inspector seemed friendly and efficient, but he also seemed more concerned about getting through his checklist as quickly as possible than performing a thorough inspection. For example, when I asked him whether the foundation had been seismically retrofitted with anchor bolts, he said there wasn't easy enough access in the crawlspace to be able to tell. And in the report he just assumed, "Anchor Bolts: None - typical for homes built prior to 1935." First, our house was built in 1938. Second, it's been renovated extensively, so it's not unreasonable to think the foundation might be retrofitted. And third, isn't it your job to confirm this? A couple months later, we got an unusually heavy week of rain, and we noticed a couple leaks coming through the ceiling--every homeowner's nightmare. We called a handful of contractors to take a look, and they all immediately identified cracks on the inside corners of the roof where it was missing flashing. We filed a claim with Elite Inspection, and initially they argued that the inspection could not attest to the maintenance of the roof. Fair, but this had nothing to do with the maintenance; it was a case of improper installation, something that every contractor noticed immediately. Finally they agreed to send their own contractor (who identified the same issue). They provided a quote to have the flashing installed, which we were OK with. But when when we asked to just have the amount reimbursed to us, so that we could choose a contractor we liked, Elite Inspection refused. Instead, they told us that we had to go with the contractor that they chose, even though other people had bad experiences with them based on the reviews we read. If it's the same amount, it's bewildering why Elite Inspection couldn't give us the reimbursement. Maybe they have a special arrangement with that specific contractor, which would be disconcerting. Shortly after, they sent us another message saying that they would actually only refund the inspection fee--as a "gesture of goodwill," but only if we signed an indemnification agreement (which we decided not to). All of this points to hasty work and questionable business practices. On the surface, they seem like an efficient and professional company--they have nice uniforms, professional business cards, and a flashy-looking report. But their inspection is only cursory and fails to identify any issues of which you should actually be aware. I wouldn't trust them again, especially with something as important as this.

Highly recommend not using Elite Group…read more They did a very high level inspection and missed many things. As a result, we fortunately had another inspection company come and do a more thorough report. The biggest issue is that when I tried calling to resolve this with Elite Group they kept sending me to a call center and saying they'd call me back but never did. I was not able to get ahold of anyone after many calls and emails.

LA Building Inspections & Compliance

(10 reviews)

Nathan is amazing at what he does. Thorough. Explains things in a natural way. And extremely…read moreknowledgable. He has inspected a larger multifamily building and a smaller triplex for me -- and his insights here have saved me and my partner considerable money. Highly recommended. Professional.

My insurance company (wont name names but rhymes with Shmurcury) was threatening to drop me unless…read moreI got documentation on my electrical panel and water heater. Didn't even know this was something inspectors did. Nathan came out, did the inspection, put together a report that satisfied the insurance company, and my policy got renewed. Crisis averted. He even helped coordinate with a contractor for the sign off they needed. Super helpful for a situation I didn't even know I could get help with.

One Stop Home Inspections

(126 reviews)

I highly recommend Narbeh at One Stop Home Inspection. He is professional, punctual, courteous,…read morethorough, and incredibly detail-oriented. His inspection report was clear, organized, and easy to follow, with items prioritized from major concerns and safety issues to minor maintenance items. What impressed me most was not only his knowledge and attention to detail, but also his professionalism and character. Narbeh took the time to explain findings, answer questions, and ensure everything was understood without being alarmist or overwhelming. In an industry where trust and integrity matter, Narbeh stands out as a true professional and a genuinely kind person. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, honest, and reliable home inspector, I would highly recommend him.

As a real estate agent, I've worked with many home inspectors over the years, and Narbeh is truly…read moreone of the best. I regularly recommend and use him for both pre-listing inspections and buyer inspections because I know my clients will be in great hands. He is professional, reliable, extremely thorough, and always takes the time to explain his findings clearly and calmly to clients. His inspections are detailed, honest, and informative without creating unnecessary fear or confusion. He has a great way of educating clients while keeping the process smooth and comfortable. Narbeh is also incredibly responsive, punctual, and easy to work with, which is so important in real estate transactions where timing matters. His reports are clear, organized, and delivered quickly. I genuinely trust him with my clients and highly recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional home inspector.

Inspector Catch-It

(73 reviews)

David did such an amazing job. He was there one time and was very respectful to the previous…read morehomeowner. He did a full exterior and interior inspection for me during my home buying process. He looked at everything and took pictures of everything. My report came in full detail and color coded for critical tiers. At the end he walked me through all the pictures he took for me to get an idea of everything that was good and not. I am very satisfied with the services that were provided. Thank you David!

Everything as you would want and expect: quality, detail, communication, punctuality,…read moreprofessionalism. 5 stars.

Kurtis Environmental

(21 reviews)

I reached out to Kurtis because they are veteran-owned and I'm a veteran myself, and they had…read morelovely reviews. Mike called me back after a voice mail, took some cursory information, and then told me he would look up the property and call me back in 10 minutes. He totally ghosted me which was frustrating because I had told him that we were on a short timeline. If he didn't want to take the job, the courteous thing would've been to let me know instead of putting me off. Luckily, I found a different environmental tester in time (fun guy inspections) who was far more responsive.

Michael & Nat Kuretich are experts in their field and they take child poisoning cases VERY…read moreseriously. I wouldn't trust anyone else in my home and they went above and beyond to make sure everything was up to code. They're the grandparents I never had and cared about my family like I was their own. There is no other company to go with.

Pro Environmental Testing

(89 reviews)

Michael at Pro Environmental Testing was thorough and professional throughout the entire mold…read moreinspection process. He was very transparent with his pricing and there were no hidden fees which was nice. He did not pressure for more sample than what was needed. He even offered sound advice on which type of test is preferred for certain areas (swab vs air). He identified visible mold in multiple areas of my apartment and backed it up with lab-certified air and surface samples. The interpretation report clearly explained the findings -- including the detection of Stachybotrys (toxic mold) in the master bathroom -- and outlined exactly what remediation steps were needed. Highly recommend if you want honest, science-backed results and not just a guessing game. We will be using Michael's services again if needed.

Best customer service and very helpful with my personal mold inspection to my unit. My landlord was…read moredenying to mold test my unit and only inspected it. I hired Eran and he had my apartment tested same day and I had results in less than 3 days . The test reconfirmed I needed to relocated as soon as I did before the results came in. Once I had the results my landlord had to fix the issue. Thank you Pro Environment Testing team !

J & J Roofing

4.4

(313 reviews)

We have been working with J&J Roofing since May of 2022. At that time, we suffered damage in a room…read moreduring the rains and interviewed many roofing contractors. All of the roofing contractors other than J&J Roofing advised us to re-roof our entire house. Even though the front half of the roof of a 50 year roof (which was installed before we owned the house and J&J Roofing as not involved) has not lasted anywhere near 50 years, the front side and back side have worn differently. All of the other roofers would not even re-roof just the front half - it was all or nothing. J&J said that they could easily repair the issue without re-roofing and it cost us less than $500 for them to repair it. The repair worked. Almost four years later (and they had told us that at least the front half of the roof had only a few years remaining), at least the front half of the roof needed to be replaced. Since they had been so fair and honest with us and we were pleased with their work, we did not bid out the project - they got it. As they had said before, only the front half of the roof needed to be replaced at this time (with a possible additional ten years on the back half). We own solar panels and they referred us to someone who agreed to remove and replace the panels for almost half the cost that the company which installed the panels would have charged us. While it's not inexpensive to re-roof a house (even half of a roof), we felt their price was fair, they saved us the additional $3,500 that our solar company would have charged, their staff and crew were and always have been very professional and honest. The roof looks wonderful and they coordinated scheduling for the solar panels to be removed and replaced. They collaborated with that business. We recommend J&J Roofing without hesitation.

We had a great experience getting our roof replaced by J&J roofing recently. We've used them for a…read morefew smaller repair projects in the past, dating back probably a decade at this point. Their estimator Jush has always been honest, easy to work with, and explains things well. Plus the repair work they did for us was top notch and fixed the leaks we were having. So when it finally came time for a full re-roof, J&J was one of 4 total estimates we got, once again courtesy of Jush. Their price was competitive, they offer a really solid warranty, and their proposal/contract simply made sense to us. Add to that our past positive experiences with them on smaller repair jobs, and we ended up choosing J&J to do the full re-roof. Both my wife and I were really glad we did. We worked with Justin on scheduling and were able to set up the job on a specific week that worked best for us. He communicated well and answered all our questions leading up to the job. We were having a hard time choosing a color, so I visited the J&J office in Pasadena and Justin set us up with some samples to bring home, which was a big help. As for the work itself, both my wife and I were super impressed with the J&J work crew... all of them were courteous and professional, they cleaned up well, and just did a really great job. Particular props to Carlos for managing things and doing some impeccable work, plus William and Emilio for being super helpful and hard-working. But honestly, the entire crew was great and our new roof looks amazing.

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Ida A.

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1

0

2 months ago

(Zero Stars if Possible) As a Realtor who has worked with many home inspectors over the years, I can confidently say this was one of the most unprofessional and disappointing experiences I have ever encountered. Throughout the inspection, he was arrogant, condescending, and openly chauvinistic. Rather than providing objective, professional observations, he frequently inserted personal opinions and communicated in a manner that was disrespectful and inappropriate. His behavior created an uncomfortable environment for everyone involved and reflected a complete lack of professionalism. A home inspector's role is to provide unbiased information and help clients make informed decisions. Unfortunately, this inspector did the opposite. His conduct was unethical, his communication style was abrasive, and his overall approach undermined the trust and confidence that clients should be able to place in a professional service provider. To make matters worse, his fees are significantly higher than many other inspectors who provide far superior service and professionalism. I would strongly caution anyone considering hiring him. There are many qualified, knowledgeable, and respectful inspectors available. Based on my experience, this is not one I would ever recommend. If zero stars were an option, that would still be too generous. read more

Ida A.

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31

6

2 months ago

Zero stars- Absolutely the worst experience I've ever had with a home inspector. He was unprofessional, unethical, arrogant, and openly chauvinistic during the entire inspection. Instead of acting like a qualified professional, he pushed personal opinions, spoke condescendingly, and created an incredibly uncomfortable environment. There was absolutely nothing professional, respectful, or objective about this experience, and on top of everything he's overpriced. He should not be in the business of inspecting homes. I would strongly caution anyone against using him. If zero stars were an option, that would still be too generous. read more

Ramona B.

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3

0

5 years ago

This is the second home inspection Vic and Kevin have done for us. They are extremely personable, thorough and responsive to all of our questions and concerns. Vic was able to squeeze our latest inspection into his very busy schedule. The inspection took about 2 hours and afterwards, he provided a full written report including pictures with detailed recommendations and documentation of the state of the property. We highly recommend Homeview Inspection and will definitely be using them on any future home purchases. read more

George P.

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3

0

10 years ago

We have known Vic through 3 home inspections, once as a seller and twice in purchases. He is the best home inspector we have ever used through the ownership of 9 homes. Vic is thorough technically but also has the skill to be able to clearly convey the information and observations gathered. Thanks Vic for another job well done GCP & PJP read more

Mlada K.

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1

0

5 years ago

Vic and Shan't are a pleasure to work with! Quick, thorough, fair, and extremely helpful. They have the customer's best interest in mind and never cut any corners. Not to mention their exceptional service. 5 stars all the way! read more

Michelle J.

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3 years ago

Warning to Sellers: If you want your deal to fail hire Vitor Chemiekian. He reports property inaccurate.

Ricky M.

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3

5 years ago

These guys were so amazing. Thorough and friendly, and give you unbiased advice. Thanks guys!

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Dennis assisted us with an inspection on a new build in Redondo Beach. He did a great job…read moredocumenting items that needed to be addressed by the builder before closing. Builder ended up agreeing to approximately 20 items for repair/replacement based on the inspection report. Dennis was easy to work with and was able to provide prompt responses to our questions and provided a prompt inspection report. I highly recommend Dennis and Robb Inspections, and will use him again on future properties.

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(61 reviews)

Top-Notch Home Inspection Service!…read more I had a fantastic experience working with Raz, the phenomenal home inspector. From the very beginning, they were prompt, professional, and incredibly thorough. They took the time to explain everything clearly, answering all of my questions with patience and detail. The inspection report was well-organized, easy to understand, and delivered quickly;complete with photos and helpful recommendations. It gave me real peace of mind during a stressful home-buying process. You can tell this inspector truly cares about their work and the people they serve. Reliable, knowledgeable, and highly attentive to detail; everything you want in a home inspection service. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone. Excellent service from start to finish!

I'm a Realtor and have had dozens of property inspections over the years. I wanted to use Raz for…read moremy personal property sale because he claimed he was so detailed, had construction industry background, and he has good reviews. Well, I got swindled. Believe the other reviews that say his inspections are sloppy and his reports are not detailed. (perhaps his good reviews come from people who don't know what to expect.) Basically, Raz is a scam artist. He sold me on the fact that his pricing is $500+ more than other inspectors because of his quality. But the inspection and report I got was the sloppiest and least detailed report I have ever received - for the highest price! Neither my hubby or I was home when he did the inspection. He said it would take 5 hours; he texted after 3 hours saying he was done. He missed a huge list of things, and then completely ghosted me when I pointed it out and asked him to come back. I included pictures and videos, so there was no doubt. Still no response. I have 2 attached apartments on this property. I told him one would not be accessible, but the other tenant would leave the door unlocked. I even told Raz how to access the attic space where the HVAC system is for that unit. He completely SKIPPED inspecting that apartment entirely. He made silly errors, like saying he could not inspect my fireplace because the gas key was not available. But you can even see the key hanging in the photo he provided! He said the lights over my bed were not functional, but he just did not notice the switches on either side of my headboard for those lights. He said the sliding door wouldn't lock, when he wasn't closing it tight enough to engage the pin. He missed appliances in the kitchen, and really didn't even test the ones he did show in the report (I know, because one burner on the stove doesn't light well, and he would have caught that if he'd done a thorough inspection.) I had a list of about 30 things a handyman was scheduled to do, that I knew a good inspector would catch. I like to say "Done, Done Done" on pre-sale inspection reports, so people can see what things have already been paid for and corrected. These were not minor things: tripping hazards, wood rot, bricks pulling away from the concrete, exterior electrical outlets that weren't functioning, outlet covers missing, etc etc. He didn't catch one of those things! The only exterior lights he mentioned were my rear deck lights. He missed 2 front porch lights, security lights, sidewalk lights, front columns lights? How? In the garage, he missed an entire room (where the electrical subpanel is, so that was not in the report either), signs of rodents, outlets not working, etc. He didn't even go on the roof, giving a lame excuse about worrying about falling through. He'd already been in the attics, and could see there was solid sheathing under the metal roof! Every other inspector I've ever had has included a roof inspection, and a referral to a roofing contractor if they see issues beyond their scope. I also told Raz he would not be able to inspect the pool and equipment, because the pool was empty - but to please note that the pump was a newer energy-efficient pump. And I provided photos of the water heater and whole house recirc system to him, which he would not have access to, and asked him to include those in his report as well (with a note that customer had supplied the photos). He included neither of those things. So many other things skipped too! He basically flew through my house doing the least possible, and then refused to release the report to me unless I paid in full - because he KNEW he'd done a completely crap job and would have to go back and do it over if I saw the report before paying. With all of the things I had already indicated would not be accessible or able to test, he discounted the price a little bit initially. But add those things to the apartment he completely skipped, and he really only inspected/reported on about 60% of my property, and even that was extremely subpar. Yet I paid $1200+ for 3 hours of his time. His "detailed 69 page report" basically just had boilerplate verbiage for most items. Do NOT waste your time or money with this guy. If he had done the right thing and offered to come back and make it right, that would be a different story. But the fact that he can do this shoddy work and then ghost me, not taking any responsibility whatsoever, shows the type of guy he really is. He's a sweet talker, but takes advantage when he can. Also be aware that the "home inspector" industry is the only sector that doesn't have any licensing requirements. So there is literally no agency to report him to. That's why he can get away with doing things like this. And he'll do it again. Hopefully not to you.

Inspection Pros

4.8

(95 reviews)

I can always count on Inspection Pros! Sherren & Garrett always take great care in providing…read moreexcellent service and their reports are the most comprehensive in the industry.

As a busy LA realtor, I've been working with Garett from Inspection Pros for over 12 years now. He…read moreis my trusted go to general inspector for all my buyer clients, he is a true professional and always available to answers any questions after the inspection has been completed. I highly recommend him to everyone who needs an inspector whether you are a buyer or a seller.

LaRocca Inspections

4.1

(158 reviews)

Fast turnaround and thorough job - I used them for a real estate transaction and they did a great…read morejob!! Steve, our inspector, was thorough and detail-oriented. Price was reasonable. Very happy with them and will use again if in need.

This service is a complete ripoff. They are a dishonest company with dishonest people. When you…read morephone they will tell you that they'll do a complete visual inspection and use tools in order to make the first evaluation. The initial evaluation is $335 and this doesn't even include any testing. When the guy came, he didn't use any tools to look for anything behind the walls. No infrared tool and no water moisture meter. Nothing. Just looked around. He was a nice guy, but didn't really do what the company promises. He then said the next step was to do air quality testing. I hesitated to spend the additional $190 on air quality testing because they had already just taken $335 of my money just to come to my apartment and look under my kitchen sink and then just talk to me for about 10 minutes about doing the air quality test. That could have been the entire appointment. I didn't need to be charged $335 just to come out to my apartment. I decided to do the testing because that's what I wanted in the first place. I needed more proof for my lawyer. But then the test couldn't be done that day because I had my 5 year old air filter going and had had the ac running. I needed to have both off well before the appointment. I only had turned the ac off 1 hour prior despite being told 30 minutes prior. All this information should have been discussed when booking the appointment. The guy came back the next day, again looked under the kitchen sink and then ripped out the bottom to the dishwasher and didn't pop it all the way back in causing my dog to then pull the panel out, which he'd NEVER done before. He also attempted to pull the wall heater out, insisting it was just a cover, despite me telling him it wasn't. He finally left it alone after asking me, if he took it out, would I be able to put it back in? And I said, "Uhhh No!" But something was moved when he yanked the wall heater because the next 2 days I wound up with dozens of houseflies inside my tiny studio. Absolutely disgusting!!! I phoned to complain about the service not being done as discussed and about the flies, and was told I'd be given a refund for that visit and only be charged the $190 for the air samples which was the cost for the lab. Upon getting the testing back, it concluded that there was no issues with air quality in my apartment, which is impossible considering there's no airflow and my house 4 plants, in different locations around my studio, continually grow mold on the soil and I have to put cinnamon on the soil in order to contain the growth. Not to mention, the flies! If they were behind the wall heater then they were obviously attracted to something and that something should have been picked up in the air quality sample. Not only were the lab results wrong, but when I asked the manager about it, she kept insisting that "their goal is to make sure that the quality of air in my home is safe and at good levels." Like what?! Why is that YOUR GOAL?!?! Your goal should ONLY be to properly test my apartment air. MY goal was to get a proper air quality sample that shows my apartment air quality has too many toxins. So now I'm out money and hours of my time. To add insult to injury, I was ONLY refunded $85 from my $335, which meant I still paid $250 instead of the $190 I was verbally promised and still have to pay yet another company to do the job properly. SCAM! DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!!

Commercial Real Estate Inspectors

(3 reviews)

Solid inspectors and friendly to deal with. I'm a realtor and have had them do 3 of my property…read morepurchases so far. They do great work and are thorough. Found things I hadn't noticed on all three properties. I'll be using them again.

Thank you for your valuable services. We appreciate the professional, knowledgeable and courteous…read moreassociate who conducted the inspection on our industrial unit, and your quick response to our request.

Brooke and Sons Inspections