Review of Paris Pressley and TrustDALE: A Serious Warning About Negligence I am writing this to warn others about my deeply disappointing and costly experience with Paris Pressley, a home inspector endorsed by TrustDALE. As a homeowner, I relied on his impressive list of credentials and TrustDALE's endorsement, expecting a thorough and professional inspection. Instead, what I received was a negligent and substandard inspection that failed to identify critical issues, leaving me with over $10,000 in unexpected repair costs. Paris Pressley's Negligence 1. False Confidence from His Credentials: Mr. Pressley holds numerous certifications, including InterNACHI, ASHI, ICC, and others. These credentials led me to believe I was hiring a highly qualified professional who would provide a top-notch inspection. However, after having actual professionals such as roofing companies and contractors evaluate my property, it became clear that many of his findings were either incomplete, inaccurate, or severely downplayed. 2. Roof Neglect and Inadequate Inspection: Mr. Pressley conducted only a ground-level visual inspection of the roof, even though he noted potential issues like vent flashing defects and areas prone to leaks. He failed to take the necessary steps, such as using a ladder or climbing onto the roof, to properly assess its condition. His inadequate inspection missed critical issues that professionals later identified, including improper flashing and shingle damage that have since caused significant water intrusion. 3. Downplaying Water Damage: While he did call out water damage at the front door and interior flooring, his report made assumptions that downplayed the severity of the issue, suggesting it was minor or historical. In reality, the water damage was active and extensive, requiring costly repairs. His lack of thorough investigation into the source of the water intrusion demonstrated negligence, leaving me to deal with escalating repair costs. 4. Misleading Assessment of Dead Trees: The report mentioned dead tree limbs but failed to recommend consulting a specialist or arborist. This minimized the issue, resulting in a dangerous situation and much higher costs to address the problem properly. TrustDALE's Responsibility As a consumer, I trusted TrustDALE's endorsement, believing their vetting process ensured the professionals they recommend were competent and reliable. Mr. Pressley's credentials, combined with TrustDALE's endorsement, gave me false confidence in his abilities. However, his negligence, incomplete inspections, and failure to adhere to professional standards show that neither he nor TrustDALE upheld the quality they claim to provide. A Consumer Warning This inspection failed to meet even the most basic standards of professionalism and thoroughness. Mr. Pressley's negligence, combined with TrustDALE's lack of enforcement and accountability, has left me with over $10,000 in repairs and significant emotional distress. If you are considering hiring a professional endorsed by TrustDALE or working with Mr. Pressley, I urge you to think twice. Their promises of quality assurance and top-notch service do not align with the reality I experienced. The read more

I cannot recommend Paris Pressley enough! From start to finish, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism, thoroughness, and attention to detail. From the moment we contacted them, they were accommodating, understanding the unique challenges of long-distance home buying, and ensured that our inspection was scheduled at a convenient time for our realtor. Their meticulous attention to detail was evident. They left no stone unturned, examining every nook and cranny of the property. Their keen eye and expertise helped uncover potential issues that we would have likely missed. We were impressed by their ability to identify both major and minor concerns, providing us with a comprehensive understanding of the property's condition. The report was well-organized, thorough, and easy to understand, even for someone unfamiliar with home inspections. It included clear explanations of the identified issues, accompanied by supporting photographs. As we are out of state, we had a follow-up call to discuss the report and he patiently addressed all our questions - offering valuable insights into the potential impact of the identified issues. His ability to explain technical aspects in a straightforward manner was invaluable to us. We truly appreciated his patience and willingness to guide us through the inspection, especially as first-time homebuyers. read more

Cynthia H. and Beverly H. If you are looking for the absolute 'best' in home inspection services, look no further! Mr. Paris Pressley is, indeed, a Master Inspector who is also a General Contractor. His credentials are superior---period! Mr. Pressley completed an incredibly, impressive, comprehensive inspection of our property. His personable, prompt and efficient service is exemplary and represents decades of expertise. Essentially, his services exceeded our expectations unequivocally! As promised, within two days of the inspection, Mr. Pressley provided a detailed, inspection summary, a comprehensive, inspection checklist and a massive, inspection photo file to assist with the analysis of every aspect of the findings. Additionally, he conducted a conference call to review the inspection findings and answer any questions. Incredulously, as much time as needed to comprehend each report was provided. Mr. Paris Pressley is extremely patient and accommodating whenever needed. He even offered his knowledge and expertise to assist us with preparing our Request for Repair list. Yes, you will pay more for a Paris Pressley inspection! However, you will be more than pleased with your investment! You will receive a Master Inspector and much, much more!! read more

Hiring Mr. Pressley was "THE BEST DECISION I COULD HAVE MADE". I decided to bid on an auction home that was ending the bidding process within 48 hours. Mr. Pressly was professional and prompt. He arrive the morning after I spoke to him. The bonus to using Mr Ressley is that he is also a contractor. He was able to give me a estimate of the repairs needed. This allowed me to generate a max bid. I am a new home buyer and found that working with Mr. Pressley was essential to my success. He was patient, kind, knowledgeable, and very thorough. He allowed me to ask as may questions as I wanted and I felt very comfortable with him. He reviewed what need to be completely redone and also the things that could be repaired. He then provided me with an electronic report the same day. I was also able to contact him during the bidding for advice. In a market full of scam artist and people who are about making money at your expense; It is refreshing to meet someone who seems to really want people to succeed. He was worth every penny. read more

Traveling five hours to attend Mr. Pressley home inspection field trip was one of the best investments I've ever made--both in time and financially. The knowledge, insight, and real-world understanding I gained were invaluable. His ability to teach while demonstrating hands-on inspection techniques is unmatched. Mr. Pressley has a rare gift for breaking complex concepts into clear, practical lessons, and his willingness to share his expertise so openly truly sets you apart. Throughout the field experience, he guided us through every major component of the home, emphasizing the importance of identifying defects, remaining neutral in reporting, and maintaining professional communication with clients. I left the field trip not only more confident but also deeply inspired to grow as an inspector. Mr. Pressley blend of expertise, patience, and genuine care for Inspectors makes him an outstanding mentor. I highly recommend anyone serious about this profession to learn from THE BEST--the experience is truly transformational. read more

Kudos to the TrustDale.com website. That's where I found a recommendation for Paris Pressley as a home inspector. I made a wise decision when I hired him to inspect a beautiful older home. It had been a while since meeting a business person with so much integrity and knowledge of their craft. I found him to be prompt and extremely professional. I was so impressed with his service that I hired him to inspect a second house. I purchased that second house and hired him to do some work on it. To the inexperienced home buyer or anyone wanting to know what to look for when purchasing a house, I highly recommend Mr. Paris Pressley. Not only will you get a detailed professional inspection report to include pictures and explanations (in layman's terms), you will get a general education on what to look for when buying a house on things like landscaping, codes, home health hazards, etc. Again, I highly recommend him and will hire him again if I need a home inspector, home repairs, or advice on home repair options. read more

Mr. Pressley is a true home inspector and as professional as they come. He provided me with a realistic inspection and let me know of all the internal and external issues associated with my first home purchase. He listed all minor and major issues of concern and advised me on what it would cost for repair. This knowledge was very beneficial as I was able to negotiate a fair price of the home with the current owner at the time. As an engineer myself, I was impressed at the level of small detail he included in his inspection report. He also spoke to the current owner at the time and explained to him the technical detail involved with any of the inspection issues found. His listed credentials matched his excellent inspection work and I am glad that I selected him to be the inspector of my very first home. C. Scott read more

We recently hired Paris for our home inspection and couldn't be more pleased with the service we received. He came highly recommended and now I know why. He possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience about home inspections, home buying, home repairs and upkeep, etc and shared it freely during the inspection process. We experienced him as knowledgeable, thorough, personable and very invested in protecting buyers. In addition to his wealth of knowledge and experience, you can tell that Paris truly loves what he does. It's very rare that I go online to write a review (positive or negative) about any company or vendor, but in this case I felt compelled to do so because the service was excellent and the praise is well deserved. Highly recommended! read more

Paris is an amazing real estate inspector. He is very detail oriented, and couldn't be more knowledgeable about properties. My husband and I were looking to buy an older home, and he was a tremendous help with not only prioritizing, but helping with estimating costs of what needed to be completed. I plan on recommending him to the real estate company we are working with and friends and family. He really put our mind at ease. Thank you Paris Pressley! read more

Lorenzo and Joan Wright Mr. Paris Pressley provided the best and most comprehensive inspection I have ever received. I appreciate his patient and thorough explanation of each problem. I am now more educated on the requirements to better take care of my home. His service exceeded my expectations and I am eternally grateful. Thank you Mr. Pressley! read more

HE TAUGHT ME A LOT ABOUT WHAT TO LOOK FOR EDIT MY REVIEW " Paris did a home inspection for me last week, he was very informative, and helped me save some money. The house I was going to buy was in Atlanta and it was built in 1945. He tested the house for lead paint, and there was lead paint on the house. The seller agreed to remediate it. read more

Inspector Pressley was incredibly thorough and knowledgeable during an inspection in advance of the purchase of my home. He provided great negotiation advice and found issues with the home that the seller tried to hide. I'd highly recommend his services if in the market for a new home. read more

I hired Mr. Pressley a second time because I was so impressed with his professionalism, depth of knowledge and thoroughness. This time, he performed an inspection on a porch replacement and once again I was quite pleased with his final report. read more

This inspector was patient, professional and very detail-oriented. He arrived before the appointed time and pointed out key details throughout the inspection. This is my second time using Paris and I will use him for the next 8 homes. read more

He checked everything for safety issues. He explained everything clearly that needed to be corrected and was very professional and friendly.

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