I've found that most home inspectors are failed contractors so I'm not a huge fan of the industry. But La Rocca takes the notion of inspection to a new depth. We had our Santa Monica home listed for sale two buyers hired La Rocca to inspect the property and both fell out of escrow. The second inspector cut and pasted a lot from the first inspector's report -- why do I say this? Well, in November the water heater was in fact eight years old. A few months later, the second inspector also said it was eight years old -- even though it had just been replaced. We had to call a general manager who finally agreed to come out and 're-inspect' the water heater and did finally issue a new report with the correct water heater information. The general manager refused to review his inspector's claim that our filled-in koi pond was a former pool. Really, a small, wooden, above-ground box was a pool? Really? We filled in the pond with dirt and created a flower bed after we moved out because we took the fish with us and standing water ain't pretty. Anyone with real construction expertise would have known that this structure that my husband built in a weekend was a pond not a pool. Even those folks who found the inspectors' observations site the firm's copious CYA language -- in fact, I believe that the reports include more about how limited the inspector's scope is than they do observations. If you know nothing of real estate these folks will only frighten you out of escrow. read more

Worst inspection company around. Use at your own risk. We recently purchased a home and our real estate agent had a relationship with Larocca and suggested them. BIG mistake. First of all, we used them to inspect the house we were selling, just so we could take care of any minor repairs when we went to sell it and the buyers inspector showed up. The inspection went well, however, comparing the report we got from Larocca vs. the report the eventual buyers inspector generated, night and day. The buyers inspector was much more thorough, much more professional, and found much more about the property than Larocca ever did. Moving on.... The house we purchased. Some MAJOR issues the Larocca inspector missed. Stan Tabor was his name, remember it, don't ever use him, and don't ever use Larocca. Among the problems we found after living in the house...major electrical problems, including subpanels that were improperly wired and only half functioning. Major roof leaks and holes, (we could see daylight coming through cracks and holes in the garage roof), major plumbing problems ($18,000.00 in plumbing work). We have a room where NONE of the electrical outlets work (not on the report). Foundation damage. Improper drainage on the property. Damaged raingutters not functioning properly. I could go on but you get the idea. These guys are the McDonalds of home inspection. Go out and get yourself someone who isn't watching the clock, and has some pride in his work....because Larocca doesn't. You've been warned. read more

I very highly recommend LaRocca Inspections. I had a home inspection performed by them on a house we were looking at purchasing. The scheduling was quick and easy and they were out there the next day. The inspector, Steve Ellsworth and his assistant, were thorough and delivered a beautiful report and briefed me on their findings following the inspection. Given that I'm not a professional in the home construction or code arena I don't know all the terminology or requirements, but the inspectors gave me that information in easy to understand communication and were so friendly and kind. The inspectors genuinely helped make the process a very pleasant way and removed quite a bit of the worry and stress I had during that time. Thank you so much LaRocca staff and inspectors! read more

Our escrow inspection neglected to find countless items that were a normal part of the inspection. Be VERY CAREFUL relying on the reviews for this company. They are somehow censoring bad reviews, which is very unfortunate and reflects poorly on Yelp as an allegedly unbiased feedback forum for consumers and businesses. LaRocca has an attorney on retainer who threatens legal action to those who leave negative feedback or request remediation. In the words of Shakespeare, "LaRocca doth protest too much, methinks" read more

I know that this is one of the largest inspection companies in los angeles. I am shocked because I have talked with several people who have had bad inspections from them and/or spoke with the attorneys that ultimately represented those homeowners. I also know first hand that if they do not do a good inspection on your home and something bad happens, like you have massive water damage, they not only do not fairly evaluate or acknowledge their responsibilities in why the damage happened, but they send out a bull dog lunatic of an attorney to drag you through litigation and often (at least my experience) they seem to derive pleasure out of your frustrations and hope you will drop the case. I think they are a horrible company and now that I have learned about inspections, I think they did a horrible inspection on my house. We have met with many experts and numerous licensed professional contractors who ultimately came to our house and have declared that they could not believe LaRocca missed so many "red flags." Beware. B.E.W.A.R.E. read more

I was not happy with the inspection report I was provided. After I moved in I found that the wiring had cloth insulation. This is a $7,000 repair job and was not noted by the inspector. Conversely I was told that the converted garage was structurally unsafe. I consulted a civil engineer after moving in only to be told it was fine. I asked the inspector specific questions and he had uninformed answers. I emailed the company after I moved in to register my dissatisfaction and my email was ignored. This was about a year and a bit ago. read more

I've been working with LaRocca since 2001, their level of expertise and professionalism is second to none. More importantly they are educators in the space of home inspections and I love that they take the time to educate the client as well as the real estate professional on what's important to look for, and what is to be expected with homes depending upon their age. Not only are they experts in Residential Real Estate they are also very seasoned in Commercial Real Estate. I've personally worked with them in both residential and commercial, they are consistent, knowledgeable, very experienced and a joy to work with. That fact that I won't use any other company speaks volumes." Toni Patillo, Toni Patillo & Associates Real Estate Broker, Residential and Commercial Real Estate read more

Not only is Stan Tabor on the top of my list of inspectors that I recommend to my clients (I am a real estate agent with Sotheby's in Los Feliz) but he is also who I used as an inspector when I purchased my own house. He is extremely smart and thorough. Not only that but he is extremely professional, upbeat and calm. He is a problem solver who will help you think of alternative solutions to problems. I also really like using Rory Foley for chimney inspections. I regret not using him for my own chimney inspection as he is my favorite chimney inspector! Whether you are a real estate agent or a home buyer I strongly recommend La Rocca for general and chimney inspections! read more

Another excellent review for La Rocca. As a Real Estate Agent, I have complete peace of mind when my clients use La Rocca. The Inspectors I've worked with are honest, knowledgeable & thorough (BTW Steve Nichols is my favorite). All have held nothing back, answered all of my client's questions, giving them the information needed to make an educated decision on their purchase. Their reports are easy to understand yet detailed, unlike the other companies I've used in the past. I highly recommend using this company! read more

I purchased a home several months ago and used this company, at the request of my real estate agent, for a home inspection. At first I though they did a great job. The man who came to the house told me everything he found and walked me through it. But since moving into the home we have had MANY expensive problems that the inspector said nothing about! We had to fully replace the water heater and the gas line to the water heater after the water heater stopped working one evening. The person who installed our new water heater discovered a gas leak where the water heater attaches to a gas line. Something that is EXTREMELY dangerous and was not noted in the inspection report. This property has a pool that is quite old. Upon moving in we scheduled to have the pool drained and cleaned. At this time the pool company told us that the light in the pool is not up to code and could kill someone! Somehow the inspector missed that the pool light was so old and incorrectly wired that anyone who swam could be electrocuted! We've also had several small but pricy plumbing issues that were not included in the inspection report. I don't know why my real estate agent trusted this company. Don't use them unless you wanna end up paying for a bunch of unforeseen repairs once you buy a property. read more

My fiance and I used LaRocca back in October 2015 to inspect our townhouse before buying. At the time, we liked our inspector, Dennis. On our report, he pointed out the age of certain appliances in the house (including the HVAC), noted a couple small things not up to code, but nothing major. Flash forward to now, we need our entire HVAC unit (which is located on our roof) replaced because it's covered in obviously visible mold & rust. We've had the unit inspected by 2 different HVAC companies. Both HVAC companies said this has been there for well, well over 3 years (probably at least 5), which means LaRocca completely missed it. The HVAC companies said as a result we've been breathing in toxic air through our AC system for the last 3 years we've lived here. We need everything replaced which is going to cost well over $10k. LaRocca should have caught this. There was obvious damage to the outside of the HVAC unit. They noted the age of the HVAC and said we may only get a few more years out of it, but they did not note the hazards to our health or the obvious visible damage/rust/mold. LaRocca should have told us. Don't end up in our position. Find a more thorough inspection company that actually looks in and around your HVAC and doesn't pretend to. It's on our roof so we have no idea whether the inspector actually looked at it in any detail. Find a company that goes into these details and doesn't just tell you some of your units are older. Trust me if you find a better inspection company upfront, you'll save yourself tons of money down the road. read more

LaRocca is our go to inspectors for our Real estate office. Our broker has been in business for 30+ years and is always impressed with the work that LaRocca does. I always do my best to have Stan do our inspections, they are all great and extremely efficient! LaRocca inspectors have even found things that previous inspectors missed. Highly recommend to all Sellers and buyers! P.S. Sellers we highly recommend getting a inspection prior to accepting offer cause then you will know what to expect if the clients request any repairs/work to be done. read more

My experience with La Rocca was very professional. I've hired Mold Check with John Mattoon and Chimney Check with Ian Millsap. Both of these licensed professional inspectors provided impeccable reports and in some cases lab test results for mold and a webcam video of inside of my chimneys. They're an inspection company who provides a suggested list of professionals who can repair or replace issues within your home and meet California (Los Angeles) code(s). Call them before you spend a lot of money for repairs for mold, water damage, your chimney or purchasing a new home. John Mattoon Mold Check Professionals, Inc. Office (818) 951-9120 Ian Millsap Chimney Check Professionals (818) 951-7550 Dave Short General Contractor inspection La Rocca (see web site) Good luck! read more

Great customer service, timely attention to requests, and efficient report.

We used LaRocca Inspections to perform a general inspection on a condo we're purchasing in West Hollywood and were assigned Daniel. Daniel was punctual, thorough and courteous, taking the time to walk us through everything he saw and answering every question we had. He was patient and ensured that we understood what he was explaining and really went the extra mile to put us at ease. His written report, delivered that same evening, was exceptionally detailed and left no questions. Overall a great experience and would recommend for anyone looking for an inspector. read more

My wife and I used this inspection company on a house we were renting in Sunland. We were considering possibly buying it, as we heard it was going on the market.. First off, I want to say that the inspectors were very thorough, they checked in the attic and in the crawlspace underneath the house. They were also very helpful and answered all of our questions. I am very happy how thorough they were, as the inspections turned up toxic mold in the walls, vermin in the attic and water damage to the foundation. The house looked cosmetically in decent condition, so I am glad I got the inspections. This company, quite possibly saved me a lot of time and money as I was highly considering buying this house. Also, I liked how accommodating they were in scheduling their inspections. read more

Friday night inspection on two separate structures was delivered to me within few hours after the inspection. What else should I say or add!? read more

I just bought and moved into my first home. I used LaRocca as my agent has used them for over 20 years and they were recommended by a couple of friends as well. The only negative comment I have about my Inspection is that my Inspector was an hour late showing up, leaving my agent sitting the blazing heat, waiting for him. However, given how thorough he was, I can understand why he was late coming from his prior appointment. Other than that, the inspection went very well. Our Inspector was very thorough and took his time going through every inch of my home. I received my full report that same night. All points covered in the report were taken care of by the Seller and because of this report I'm now living in a wonderful, problem free home! Given the depth and thorough report I received, the cost of the inspection was well worth it and I believe their rates are comparable. I definitely recommend this inspection company. read more

The absolute best company. Clear reports. Great technicians.

Was referred to LaRocca Inspection Associates in order to conduct my new home purchase home and chimney inspection. Called and left a voicemail during off hours and received a call back the following AM which was great. The person I spoke to was able to book the inspection for the following Sat which was perfect for our timeline. We worked with Dave Short and Mike for the home and property inspection and Chris Richeson for the chimney inspection. We were very impressed with how thorough and professional everyone was. They spent the time to not only examine the entire house and property but took ample photos and explained exactly what they were doing and looking for which was super helpful for my wife and I. We received the report back and Dave and Chris also explained their findings and gave us some insight in addition to the written report and photos. The price was in line with other quotes and companies and we highly recommend LaRoccha Inspection Associates and Dave, Mike and Chris. read more

I've been a Santa Monica realtor for 17 years and have seen many inspection companies come and go. LaRocca is consistently good, reliable and punctual. Equally importantly, the LaRocca inspectors are thorough and very good at communicating their findings to the Buyers. I am and will continue to be a fan of LaRocca Inspections. I feel confident recommending LaRocca to my clients, whose best interest is of utmost importance. Kate Bransfield Coldwell Banker Santa Monica read more

Thanks to your inspector's expertise, even though our heart was set on that home, We truly believe we made the right decision to walk away from the property my family and I were going to purchase!! Moving from the IE to the San Fernando Valley is a big move for our Family, homes there cost so much more that We needed to make sure the property was not going to become a huge money pit... I am a customer service Manager for a large financial institution and service is very important for me!! Service was excellent, he was punctual and most importantly the report was turned in to our real estate agent within 24 hours of inspection being completed. Recommending a specialist to take a look at the moisture issue in the master bedroom uncovered a much bigger issue, Which could have most definitely cost us extra money that we do not have!!! Back to the drawing board.... I will be using your company again.. money well spent!! read more

I will never hire this company again!!!! The house I bought had an incredible amount of black mold and that was never uncovered during the La Rocca home inspection (this was not an​ AS IS Property). I hired a specialist (after escrow closed​) and they said the outside of my house told the story of why I have black mold everywhere in my home. The exterior stucco patches should have alerted La Rocca to moisture in the walls. This has cost me hundreds of thousands because they didn't do their job! read more

I have used LaRocca Inspection services several times both for my family's purchases as well as my clients. The company does a good job of pointing out the potential problems of the properties. The reports are detailed and have several photos. LaRocca is certainly one of the inspection companies I refer to my clients. I appreciate the friendly service and the work that some of their employees do for the community. read more

Great service! Very useful information concerning our new house actual condition and further repair needs.

*****UPDATE***** I strongly stand by my original review despite LaRocca's attempt at a logical response below. For two professional roofers to say that the inspector missed egregious issues that weren't mentioned at all in the inspections shows the quality of your company's work. Mentioning all the legal jargon at the end of each category in the report is a tool used to cover the company's liability incase of issues such as this. Please, if you are a consumer read the other reviews. This seems to be a pattern with LaRocca Please read the 1 star reviews for this company that are below!!! I wish I would have!!! I would never recommend this company to anyone to use!!! The inspection itself was fine. The inspector was on time and courteous but post inspection and after purchasing the house, I had significant roofing issues that were not noted. Two professional roofers indicated there were horrible mistakes that the general inspector missed. The developer didn't you any nails or staples to hold the roof in place and this was not even mentioned on the inspection. Within 6 months my roof is sliding off. When I notified LaRocca about this I was basically given the legal reasons why it was not their liability. Despite having two professionals say their inspector did a horrible job on the roof inspection, there was zero accountability on their end. The developer states that he is also not at fault because it wasn't mentioned during the inspections. Once again, this was my experience and there are a lot of great reviews of this company but I'm guessing those reviewers didn't have problems that could have been missed. read more

I had a pleasure to work with Mr. Steve Nichols, who was recommended to me highly by my realtor. He was methodical in his work & discovered various issues that we had with a condo built in 1990 in Beverly Hills. We had a inspection done at 4pm & We've got a typed report within the same night. We are amazed at his professionalism. Highly recommend. read more

We used LaRocca for THREE inspections. The first two were really helpful because we needed to cancel the transactions due to the many problems identified in our inspection reports. They seemed to be fairly thorough and the process was straightforward. The inspectors were all very experienced and had standard processes to evaluate the condition of the home. I did find their report a bit too protective of their own business interests. They do refer you to specialists at every opportunity -- just covering themselves. I'd have preferred more candid feedback, but I suppose our society is too litigious. Paid between $375 and $425 for each credit card. Checks and Credit Cards accepted. Color PDF report or printed copy on site. read more

I had an excellent experience with this company overall (they do sewer and chimney inspections as well through their sister companies), but I especially wanted to single out home inspector Dave Short. Dave is extremely thorough and knowledgeable as well as being a nice guy. He tells you the real story about a house... which is the whole point. Maybe it's not exactly what you want to hear, but it's what you need to hear. Also, he takes his time when verbally explaining what he's found out about a house to you the day of the inspection. He is very patient. It is really helpful to hear it from him right then and there and not just read about a day later. (Though his written reports are excellent, too). A good friend of mine also used Dave after my positive experience and felt the same way. So maybe this counts as two great reviews? You're in good hands with Dave. Btw, the staff that schedule and answer phones are always friendly and accommodating as well. read more

My go-to inspection company for years and also proud to call Chris, Thora and many of their amazing technicians friends. Consummate professionals and always learning more about their trade, LaRocca don't just rest on their laurels as one of the most established inspection companies in LA. Instead, they always go that extra mile, continue to serve and educate the agency community and provide amazing, trustworthy and timely services to those anxious buyers and sellers out there!! Thanks LaRocca for being a part of my go-to team of Real Estate Experts - #lukejonesre read more

Just had an inspection by David Short. He was extremely thorough and efficient . I would definitely recommend him.

Jay Owens is the best inspector at LaRocca, ask for him upon booking your next home inspection. He is highly thorough with the inspection process and takes his time to do the job correctly the first time. I love that he provides my clients a personal briefing before and after the inspections. This is the second time I have used Jay and he is absolutely fantastic! read more

If you're looking for a home or commercial inspection company call the pros at laRocca Inspections! I have use them for both residential and commercial properties for over 20 years. They are the best. From their friendly Inspector's and staff to their easy to understand inspection reports, they are true leaders in the inspection industry! read more

I've used LaRocca twice this year and Lou is an absolute pro. Without divulging too much from these home transactions... The inspection in March had a profound impact on the deal due to the thoroughness of the findings. The 2nd deal is ongoing, and the findings there caused 26 items on a punch list I compiled from that report to be addressed by the seller. Lou even availed himself to answer follow-up questions to the report in an extremely prompt manner! read more

I used Lou twice for home inspections, he's super professional, detail oriented and focuses on what matters. Great service

Mark came out to Santa Clarita to do an inspection on our new home and he's was amazing! He was very thorough and informative of what he saw and what we should be looking for! I will for sure recommend them to all of my friends and family buying or selling homes! Thanks guys!!!! read more

Great employee explained the inspections from start to finish. I highly recommend LaRocca Inspection for your home needs.

Bud is THE BEST. On time, professional, thorough and very personable. I never feel like he rushes through his inspections. He takes his time and is hands down the most thorough inspector I have ever used. Seriously the best! Today he noticed something that I think 99% of other inspectors would have missed and potentially saved us a major issue down the road. Thanks Bud. You rock! read more

Do not use this company!! I had my townhouse inspected prior to buying it and was told the air condition unit was in good condition. Several months after it closed, I was having trouble with the unit and called two different air conditioning repair people for estimates and they both took one look at the unit and told me that the clearly visible duct work was to small for the actual unit (causing it to blow out) and I had to spend several thousands of dollars to fix it. Had I been told this prior to closing I could have and would have asked for a credit. As a first time home buyer I relied on the expertise of a recommended inspector- I've learned my lesson - thanks LaRocca for teaching me what to look out for! I would never recommend this company. read more

I refer my friends and clients to this company. Trustworthy. Great work. Great people. Excellent service. No one I know has ever complained.