North Shore Building Consultants

(322 reviews)

This is one of the rare finds where the people love what they do. I will definitely call…read moreChicagoland Home Inspectors before buying a home. If I were a contractor, I would look to get an endorsement from this company. Frank Dattalo was great on-site. The follow-up call with Charles Bellefontaine was very insightful. The combination of the two... 1) saved us additional time and money, 2) gave us confidence to not second guess walking away (we thought we had found a home that we would live in for decades), and 3) was a learning opportunity as we continue house hunting. I would highly recommend Chicagoland Home Inspectors, especially if you are purchasing a home that is 100+ years old. Even more so if the home is for sale by owner. They provide the information that you need to hear before making such a substantial commitment. You may be disappointed but purchasing a 100 year old home without this type of thorough inspection is akin to closing your eyes and taking a leap of faith that the seller wants what's best for you and your family. For context, the home was built in the early 1900s, three-stories, brick, original hardwood floors. The seller presented the home as being fully renovated with a new roof, electric wiring, plumbing, HVAC retrofit, etc. Frank called days a head of the inspection to ask some questions and discuss what services were needed. He removed one of the services, and the extra cost, because it wasn't needed. Frank arrived early and was already scanning the roof (via drone) when I arrived. He was more than happy to answer any questions that I had and he made a point to show me areas of major concern in-person. When I pointed things out Frank was more than happy to take a look and answer my questions. On the follow-up call, Charles took the time to further explain the findings, provide input on priorities and talked us through estimating tools. He also provided a different perspective and opinions. Talking with both Frank and Charles was incredibly valuable. Charles was surprised that our realtor recommended Chicagoland Home Inspectors and was quick to tell us that's a great sign that our realtor has our best interests in mind. If your realtor tries to steer you clear of this firm, definitely inquire why. You have to live with the consequences, not your realtor. Some Inspection Findings: - Licensed contractors didn't perform work properly - Major systems (which are new) were functioning but had potential issues that could shorten lifespan/void warranties - Source of moisture intrusion hadn't been identified/repaired - Attempts to clean up mold - Potential safety hazards Other Details: Inspectors are only required to check one electric outlet per room, this firm checks all of the outlets. They found the one that was incorrectly wired and posed a safety risk. When they tested the water pressure they made sure to turn on multiple faucets not just one at a time, identified a pressure issue. One thing to note, make sure the seller or broker has everything prepared. Any water valves that are shutoff equate to a sink that cannot be inspected. All appliances and systems need to be fully operational to be inspected.

Tim Heise was phenomenal! He checked everything. Even our realtor was beyond impressed with Tim's…read moreattention to detail. He discussed any issues, no matter how small, while he was there so he could answer questions. The written report we received the next day was incredibly thorough. I will recommend Chicagoland Home Inspectors and Tim to everyone I know! Certainly worth the money and have is piece of mind about the home we were purchasing!

Bee Sure Home Inspection Services

(13 reviews)

Friendly service within a quickly scheduled time frame. Inspection was completed in 2 1/2 hours…read morewith all details given followed up by receiving the report later that evening.

John was extremely easy to work with and very flexible in helping me meet my inspection deadline…read more His report was comprehensive and his quick turnaround was much appreciated! John has been available to answer my follow up questions and he has established a level of trust that is critical when you are purchasing a home. I highly recommend Bee Sure!!

A To Z Home Inspection

(10 reviews)

Jason was super thorough, friendly, and patient! He answered all our questions about the house in…read moreaddition to looking through everything. His prices are very very reasonable.

A to Z did a very thorough inspection on a house we were under contract to buy. He discovered…read moreseveral things that are quite costly to repair, and we decided not to buy the home. The price was very reasonable and he saved us from some big surprises. He's very punctual and professional. I would highly recommend.

Dunsing Inspections

(80 reviews)

Arrainged for a home inspection. Added both the Radon…read moretesting as well as sewer scope. Glad I did as the inspector found major issues with the pluming and roof on the house I had under contract. Could not agree with seller on compensation so we walked from the deal. Tough to do but don't need someone else's problems. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Great professional service and so friendly! Robert and Mary guided us to make the best choices!read more

Wilmen Home

(1 review)

We had Jason do two inspections for us since one of our fell through. He is so detailed in his…read morereport. We really appreciated how he flagged various items for us. I would highly recommend him to anyone. His scheduling was simple and he was available. His website is also informative and he was available for calls to help clarify any questions I had.

From the owner: Welcome to Wilmen Home LLC! Buying a home is a huge decision, and my goal is to give you the clear,…read morehonest answers you need—without overwhelming you with confusing technical jargon. I provide comprehensive home inspections in West Chicago and the surrounding communities, approaching every single property as if I were buying it for my own family. Specialties & Qualifications: Fully Licensed Illinois Home Inspector Certified Radon Measurement Professional NACA Approved Inspector Inspections conducted strictly in accordance with the Illinois Standards of Practice (SOP) What to Expect: From the roof and exterior to the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, I take the time to dig into the details that matter. You will receive a straightforward, easy-to-read report within 24 hours of the service, giving you the exact facts you need to make a confident decision during your contingency period. Whether you are buying a single-family home, a townhome, or a condo, send a message today for a fast, exact quote!

All the Way Home Inspections

(35 reviews)

Regret using All the Way Home Inspections, regret not being present during the inspection, and…read morebaffled that what is clearly mold stains and related moisture was not mentioned in the report despite it including pictures of what is clearly mold. The report only cited "water related moisture stains". It was very evident during walk-through, but my real estate attorney said we had no recourse outside of breaking contract since we had an inspection report with pictures of mold stains. Day after closing I had to call in a mold remediation service who will have to open up 2 large area of drywall to investigate source of water, remove infested drywall & studs, and repair the wall.

George was amazing to work with. He was very detailed, professional, and open to answering any…read morequestions. He took his time inspecting the house and did his best to address all of your main concerns. His report includes many photos and highlights several issues that I didn't notice or think about.

Pinnacle Property Inspection Services

(186 reviews)

First off: AJ E's review sounds like a pissed off realtor doing a hitjob review. Why? The seller's…read moreagent to a home I'm purchasing had very similar feedback and was on her toes. For the review: That's what we want. My wife and I set out to find an inspector that would give agents the Sunday Scaries, and that was accomplished because Tim does not play around. No corner is left unexplored and no door is left unopen. Tim meticulously looked through everything he could while explaining what he was doing to us as if we were students in an elementary class, making sure things were in layman's terms and understandable. Well appreciated. He has his tools, but what got us was when he busted out his thermal imager. There's a wall in front of him? Who cares, he'll just look past it anyway. Couldn't believe it when he was doing that, and thank goodness he did. Speaking of tools, they utilize a whole DRONE. Like the ones you fly in the air. They leverage it to inspect the roof and get into some areas that may be a bit harder to access. Talk about working smart. All in all, Tim was quick to follow-up and generate his report. 500 pictures. 500. That's not an extra 0 I added at the end. Thanks to Tim, we were able to find black mold and cracked Abstesos 9 x 9s in the basement. He even dismissed the nosy agent of the seller's who was there for some reason, and told her to leave so we could assess things with privacy. The seller's agent was still in the house and concerned about the work Tim was doing. THAT'S THE KIND OF INSPECTOR YOU WANT. Stacy, the owner, was quick to get us scheduled and super responsive with fast turnaround times. Thank you and job well done to the Pinnacle team!

Pinnacle missed some major issues with my home. I probably would have walked away from the deal or…read moreseriously revised my offer had I known them. It cost me around $13K to fix all the items that they missed. When my dad visited, he found all these problems within 5-10 minutes of going around the house (he's not even any type of tradesman or inspector!) Stacey seemed pretty dismissive about it on the phone. I would not recommend their services to anyone. Update: I was fine leaving this a little vague as a professional courtesy, but since Stacey think's it's acceptable to fabricate information, I'll spill the tea. This time, I'll attach the proof for good measure! First issue Pinnacle failed to identify was a crack in the foundation. Imagine buying a new home only to have your basement flood a few days later. At first I thought it was a broken sump pump, but when an expert came out to the property, he quickly identified a vertical crack in the foundation. Total cost $1,735 for the repair. Plus a few hundred for the shop vac and fans to dry out the place to prevent further damage. Second issue Pinnacle failed to identify was dangerous wiring in the kitchen. Multiple lights and appliances were on a single circuit. When you ran them simultaneously, the lights would flicker, and sometimes the circuit would trip. There were no more spots left in the panel, so an upgrade was needed to put each appliance on it's own circuit and bring it up to code. Total cost $4,250 and countless hours of sleep lost wondering if an electrical fire would start in the house. Third issue Pinnacle failed to identify was the removal of a load bearing wall. The home when originally built had a division between the dining room and the kitchen. A few weeks after moving in, I noticed that the ceiling started to crack in the kitchen area. The cracks continued to grow and I went into the attic to figure out what was happening. Up there, my dad and I found no additional support for the joists. They were thin and spanned the entire kitchen/dining room area. I had a structural engineer come out to evaluate, and he confirmed additional support was required. Total cost $5,900, and not being able to use 1/3 of the house for 4 days. The engineer's report was about $1,290, but I guess we can leave that off. the contract language is confusing as to whether they are required to inspect and identify this type of issue. In all honesty, if I knew my inspector wouldn't check for things like this, I would have picked another inspector. I don't care is an outlet is broken, or some paint is chipping. I want to know major defects or damage to the property. Fourth issue (new!) that Pinnacle failed to identify was a leak in the water line to my house. I signed up for a city service that warns you when your home uses excess water (sing of a leak). I got a few of those notices, and then called a plumber. The plumber found a gushing leak in the line on my side of the meter. Meanwhile, Pinnacle's inspection report claimed that I didn't even have a meter! Had the inspector found the meter, which was in the parkway and not hidden, and looked at it, he would have found that leak. After that gushing leak was repaired, the meter was still running when the water was off. This mean I have a leak somewhere between the meter and the house that I'm the process of fixing. Total costs so far is $1,058.55. This doesn't include services for leak detection and repair coming in the next few weeks. Stacey falsely claims that my damages are inflated, but you can add all of that up. At the time I wrote the original review, it was about $13K. It's definitely going to get pushed higher once the leak is located and repaired. So not only did Pinnacle royally screwed up my inspection, they also felt the need to disparage me online. Consider that if you want to give them your business.

Domicile Consulting

4.6

(386 reviews)

Absolutely outstanding. I just moved into a new construction…read morecustom home in which the build / builder was a disaster. Any concern brought up, I was either gaslit , ignored or the builder didn't follow through either b/c he forgot or didn't care ( who can say ? ). After two agonizing years, i finally moved in yet was brimming with questions that could only be answered by a respected 3rd party expert. I knew there were areas of the house that were not constructed properly yet having been gaslight so many times, I was confused on what all was defective vs. normal. Big thank you to Mark w/ Domicile, who was my Lead Inspector. Mark carries decades of experience in which I found him to be fair, firm, patient and very educative. Shout out to him for answering ALL of my questions (there were many). Mark's report was very thorough in which I can now focus on areas that need to be addressed. To anyone out there building a custom home, don't make the same mistake I did in waiting until after your move in / final occupancy to book Domicile. Very important! Thank you Domicile/ Mark.

Mark (owner) and his team and Domicile are amazing. They are professional and super easy to work…read morewith. Mark is very thorough. He even suggested a day after heavy rain to get the most accurate readings for his water intrusion report. High recommend him and his service!

Extra Mile Inspection

3.9

(14 reviews)

We had a fantastic experience with Extra Mile Inspection. Jay and his team performed our home and…read moreradon inspection and coordinated a sewer line scoping for us also. They were extremely thorough, professional, prompt, and detail oriented. They found some things in the home that we absolutely would have never found on our own and saved us a lot of headaches down the road. Jay was highly responsive and available throughout the process and delivered the report to us within a few hours. I will use them again and would strongly recommend them to anyone else in the area in need of inspection services.

Excellent home inspection service who saved us from purchasing a money pit. Highly recommend as…read morethey are very thorough and offer top notch services.

Etruscan Gutters and Roofing

(124 reviews)

Etruscan are super responsive and thorough. They took on a skylight project that no one else wanted…read moreto do because of the unusual size of the glass. We are so grateful to them and they will be our first call for other roof and siding projects.

Etruscan installed a new roof for us when we moved to Glenview 3 years ago. They did a wonderful…read more(and quick) job. We recently had a downspout detach itself from the eaves. After I texted them, they were out within a day to fix it.

Premier Remodeling Services

(70 reviews)

We had Premier Remodeling remodel our kitchen and couldn't be happier with the results. The team…read morewas professional, reliable, and the quality of the work was excellent. Communication was great throughout the project, and everything was handled smoothly from start to finish. Sean was very helpful and always available when we had questions. The kitchen turned out even better than we expected, and we would definitely use Premier Remodeling again for future projects.

Leo is the man! Love my new bathrooms. Had a great experience with Premier Remodeling Services. Leo…read morewas fantastic to work with--clear, responsive, and easy to communicate with throughout the project. I was really impressed with the speed and quality. His cost & timeline estimates were accurate, and the quality of the work is truly top tier. We'd absolutely work with them again and highly recommend them.

Deck Doc

4.7

(20 reviews)

Deck Doc just finished power washing, sanding and staining my deck, and I am 100% satisfied with…read moretheir work. I scheduled the work around last November, as I wanted my deck to be refinished and looking good for the full 2025 season. The first days with decent weather in late April the deck was washed, and by early May the deck was finished. A crew of 2 worked a full day power washing and bleaching the deck and 2 sections of yard fencing. Every part of the deck was thoroughly cleaned, including areas not normally visible, and all areas of the deck that were surrounded by bushes. Within about a week, as soon as we had a few sunny days and warmer weather, a crew of three worked a full day sanding and staining the deck and fence. The deck floor was power sanded, and all other surfaces were hand sanded, before all sawdust was carefully blown away and stain was applied. Deck Doc did an outstanding job, and I would not hesitate to recommend them. Communications regarding scheduling were excellent, work was done competently and on the days and at the times promised. The area around the deck was left completely clean when work was completed. Thank you for making my deck look like new.

I'd give more stars if Yelp allowed me to do so. The finished product turned out awesome. Let's…read morestart from the first interaction. I scheduled an appointment and had a quick reply with a meeting shortly thereafter. SEAN was awesome. He came out to take a look, and my deck hadn't been kept up all that well. He took a look and gave me his analysis. He provided me with options along with his recommendation. A few days passed and I received the quote. I called Sean to review it and he was looking out for me and ways to still do things right but not break the bank. We agreed to get to work. The guys arrived and started the repairs. I needed more repaired than initially thought. I knew it wasn't in great shape so I had expected that. We completed phase 1 and they basically rebuilt my whole top deck. It turned out awesome. Most recently they came to sand and stain and that really turned out great. My deck previously had the paint/stain. Because the people that applied that did so on both sides it caused major issues. Thankfully, I ran into Sean and Deck Doc. Very very highly recommended. Excellent work and great response times.

J & J Pavement Repairs

(31 reviews)

These guys are great. I needed a 10x12 concrete pad for a shed. John came out, gave me a very…read morereasonable quote and got the job done without delays. I'll be calling them again to do my driveway.

John and his guys did an excellent job replacing my driveway and fixing my broken concrete porch…read more The job was done right, all the hassles with city permits were done by John as well. The prices are not the lowest but very competitive. At the end of the day, I was looking for quality job, not the cheapest price. I would highly recommend this company to everyone

Kerhulas Handyman Service

(17 reviews)

Gus is my guy! What a handyman. He has solved so many problems for me in my home. I'd highly…read morehighly recommend him.

Gus was fantastic! Very professional. Reasonably priced. I would call him again. He was super…read moreefficient in handling plumbing issues.

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