I hired this home inspector after putting an offer on a house. The home inspector shows up and…read morebegins the inspection. After some time I notice that the inspector is wreaking the smell of alcohol. Inspector concludes, creates reports and so forth. Owner of the inspection company asked me for a review so I brought all this to his attention including the fact that no one ever answers the phone when I call. Commenced with closing and moved in and found 1) 3fl tub was never connected to a drain after opening ceiling 2) 2nd floor tub doesn't drain, completely blocked 3) 3rd floor radiator valve leaking at valve. 4) 1st floor tub draining very slow but draining 5) The Y on sewer drain pipe leaking and lastly Found waste sitting idly in the sump not draining to outside to the sewer. Yes, a home inspector absolutely must check that sinks, tubs, showers, and toilets are draining properly, as slow or backed-up drains indicate potential clogs, venting issues, or problems with the main sewer line, which can be costly repairs. They run water, flush toilets, and check for adequate water pressure and flow to identify these issues, along with leaks, cracks, and proper fixture securement, ensuring the drainage, waste, and vent (DWV) system functions as expected. It's my belief that this company was negligent and also I forgot to mention the owner's response to his guy coming in inebriated 8:00am in the morning was that they have a side business making wine SMH. I asked the guy for a refund because they obviously didn't do the job in which he explained that he would have to go to his insurance. This guy came here inebriated didn't do his job, charged me for a radon test which they never came back to pickup. The cost of the repairs for these plumbing issues are going to be in the thousands and I asked this guy for a simple refund and he basically said no. This was my fist purchase and I definitely don't recommend this business to anyone and in addition I would suggest carefully familiarizing yourself with the process for a successful home inspection. Words can't express how disappointed I am. None of this even includes the price of dry wall, labor and paint do your research before settling and don't end up like me.

Very detailed and objective oriented inspection. Friendly and helpful to new comers. Would…read morerecommend!

WARNING!!!!! The inspector raced through the inspection of my home before purchase and failed to…read moreidentify major issues ... corroded wiring and rusted electrical panels, exposed chimney vent (easily visible). Now I'm stuck with thousands of dollars of bills to repair after the purchase of the home. When I asked the company to compensate via insurance, they stated I signed an agreement which I can only claim damages up to the amount of the inspection fee $450!!!. They screwed me and cost me money on the home price as well as repair and refuse to make me whole! Mark Bendit, shame on you! Please check the agreement before you sign. It says you waive your right to be compensated above the inspection fee if they are negligent!! Do not sign! Do not use their services!!! UPDATE!! Based on owners response: The owner didn't refer me to his insurance as he claims. He referred me to his lawyer, who stated they were not obligated to pay me for their negligence. They will only return my inspection fee if I sign a release form. Mark, please don't make me post the release form next. Having your insurance fix the damage would have been the honorable thing to do.

I am in the process of buying my first single family house. On top of a home inspection, my friend…read moreand real estate agent also recommended that I perform an oil tank sweep and a radon test. Finding a vendor that can 'do-it-all' was a head-pulling process until I found Mikhail (he goes by 'Michael') who said yes to all three. He showed up on time, immediately ran a ground scan performing the oil tank sweep, thoroughly went through the house for the inspection, and left a radon test kit in the basement to collect an air sample, all for about two hours. Very next day, I received three reports at 9pm: 1. Inspection 2. Termites 3. Oil Tank Sweep Currently awaiting a radon test result. Since collecting a sample takes two days and the sample has to be shipped to a lab, several more days are needed. He's done a great job and I highly recommend hiring him for your due diligence. Thanks, Michael! Dan

Excellent, fast, communicative, true professionals. I…read morecalled them with a potential mold issue and they were scheduled for the following day. The report was thorough and SO helpful in the remediation process. THANK YOU!!

Sadly this was a waste of time and money. If your job isn't big enough for the owner to come, you…read morewill get the "trained by owner" person. The "trained by" person doesn't have the years of experience to know what to look for and see what's there. I provided tons of info, there was evidence of moisture, had many health symptoms of mold and still he found nothing, it was all a-ok (???) Next testing, did not fall for the "trained by" listings and hired an owner that found it all, because he spotted the things that were there all along. It would have been nice to know then instead of waiting.... Plus there is no savings in hiring a "trained by" because the charges are the same. Could use that wasted cash for the present cleanup.

I've had 5 home inspected in my life; Clever Inspections in by far the most thorough I've ever had…read more Our inspector was Andrew, he showed up on time and spent about two hours inspecting our two BR two Bath home from top to bottom,inside an out - roof to crawls space. He then went over the key points with us and provided a detailed 95 page report with pictures and description of each and every issue, as well as a separate short 7 page summary report. I would recommend Clever Inspections to my relatives and best friends. I am sure you will be satisfied with the service. I compared prices with three other providers and Clever Inspections, though not the lowest, provided the most thorough estimate and they more than lived up to their promise. A few of the many photos provided are attached.

Service Requested & Quality (5/5): Andrew was absolutely amazing in his work. We were buying a…read morecondo and he was extremely thorough in his work. He came on time, communicated clearly, checked everything in the unit very carefully, and delivered us a high quality report with not only a list of any things he found but also recommendations on how to maintain or fix findings. He also helped accommodate requests for what to look for too. On top of this, once we moved in to the unit we had some questions about his findings and tips for fixing some home issues and he thoughtfully helped advise us. Value (5/5): The value and price for the service was competitive and I highly recommend him.

This company was fantastic -- fast, professional, and incredibly thorough. They explained…read moreeverything clearly, removed the mold completely, and left the space feeling fresh and safe. Honest, reliable, and easy to work with. I'd absolutely use them again.

Exceptional Service from Tate Abate Mold Removal! Tate and…read morehis team were extremely professional, honest, and thorough from start to finish. They quickly identified the mold problem, explained the process clearly, and took care of the issue without cutting corners. The cleanup was spotless, and they made sure the air quality was safe before wrapping up. It's rare to find a company that truly cares about both the job and the customer -- but Tate does. Highly recommend to anyone dealing with mold issues!

The team was so professional and flexible, I would definitely recommend them! The pricing was also…read morevery reasonable!!!

Unfortunately we were not able to get to a point to take advantage of Jason's services but he was…read moreinformative, knowledgeable, gracious, straight forward and very communicative. Not common today. We would suggest anyone consider him seriously for the services and experience he offers. If we should get to this place again in our home search he would be at the top of our list.

The guys from Sterling Environmental did an exceptional and professional job on our oil tank…read moreremoval. We would definitely use them again!

STAY AWAY! I had the same experience as Debra C. They extorted money from a client of mine due to…read morean underground oil tank that they missed when they did a tank sweep. It was found by another environmental company 18 months later and claimed their "clean" report was only good for 12 months. They held their samples to state to extort $10,000. No ethics, no compassion, no morals!!

John was a pleasure to work with. Honest, knowledgeable, and thorough. Would definitely recommend…read morefor unbiased home inspection needs.

We worked with John on our home purchase for general home, radon, and sewer inspections. We highly…read morerecommend working with John if you're in the process of buying a home! Everything was a seamless process - from scheduling to the inspection to the quick report delivery and follow-up questions from us. John is an excellent inspector who is dedicated to his craft. He was very thorough in the inspection and delivered our 115 page report detailing all the ins and outs of the home less than a day after the inspection. He also did a great job of making sure we understood everything and the key priorities, so we didn't get overwhelmed by all the details. We were nervous about the home inspection but working with John gave us a lot of peace of mind knowing that we were able to vet our home properly by a detailed-oriented and unbiased inspector! Would definitely recommend.

Green Orchard Group did a thorough inspection of my apartment for lead paint, allergens, and mold…read more Inspector Jean Paul was on time, professional, and efficient. He clearly knows his stuff -- covered everything carefully, explained what he was testing for, and made the whole process easy. Straightforward, reliable service. Highly recommend.

The testing was thorough and professional. The results came back quickly and were easy to…read moreunderstand.

Accurate Inspections and Michael have a reputation of a very thorough inspector, which sometimes…read morecauses controversy, so I hope I can clarify the situation a little. Michael provides a super thorough inspection and pays attention even to the smallest details. He points out loose stones in the stairs, narrow parking spots that claim to fit more cars than it is realistically possible, stair handles placed uncomfortably, among other things. He also points out important things that are done not up to code and can cause serious issues down the line. It is a responsibility of a buyer to evaluate the findings and apply them, whether in negotiations with the seller, or just for your own reference later to understand what requires fixing and how urgent it is. And knowing that in advance, I think I received a superior service, because thanks to Michael, not only I received a concession from a buyer to fix an improperly installed, though working, garage door, but also avoided troubles with insurance company later by requesting asbestos removal and obtaining corresponding certificate. Michael's commission may be a bit higher than the market, but it's well worth it.

This inspector is by far the worst person any buyer or seller would want to use. He ruined the deal…read morefor our buyer as the things he reported were so far stretched that our buyer backed out. I have been told this is very typical of this man as he then gets a second inspection and gets to make more money. He actually said our furnace was leaking toxic poisonous gas and if that was the case we would have died years ago. Our furnace was also tested by a professional with no issues. He then said our garage was going to cave in at any moment and again it was checked and this too was a lie. The best one yet was he said our entire house smelt like mold and was most likely full of mold. Pretty amazing that I was a health inspector for over 30 years and know a little more about mold than this moron and on top of that my home was completely renovated within the last 5 years and we never ever had mold. If you don't perform a test how can you even state such a thing! I could go on and on with the nonsense that this man comes up with to make himself look like god. Our buyer backed out after trying to get us to lower our price substantially for issues we knew were not legit. In the end we ended up with a better price and buyer so it was a win for us and a loss for the first buyer who lost out on great house and probably overpaid for a second inspection. This man should have his license removed and will be reported to the better business bureau. Do yourself a favor and do not waste your money on this guy. No house is perfect but there are plenty of other inspectors who are not alarmists and liars like this guy! What a joke!