Matt at Cantor Inspections was outstanding from start to finish!…read more He was friendly, approachable, and easy to talk to throughout the entire inspection process. One thing that really impressed us was his ability to take complex construction or building issues and explain them in plain English. He made sure we understood not just what he found, but why it mattered and what our options were. Matt was able to ballpark repair costs, suggest different approaches to fixing issues, and recommend the right type of contractor or specialist for each item. It felt like we were getting an education from someone who was genuinely looking out for our best interests. We also appreciated how practical his advice was. Rather than just listing defects, he helped us understand the context behind each issue and what he would prioritize if he were advising his own kids. We found that perspective incredibly valuable, both during negotiations and in preparing for homeownership. If you're buying a home in the Bay Area, you need to call Matt. We couldn't recommend him more highly.

We had a fantastic experience working with Matt Cantor of Cantor Inspections. The level of detail…read moreand depth of knowledge he provides easily justify the cost of the inspection, which pays for itself several times over when deciding who and what work to do. Matt conducted a very thorough inspection and, more importantly, helped my family understand how to prioritize the work our home needed. His report gave us the knowledge and confidence to speak with contractors and make sure we were focusing on the right repairs rather than unnecessary work. What really stood out was that Matt didn't disappear after the inspection. He remained available for follow-up questions and was incredibly generous with his time and advice as we evaluated contractor proposals. His insight helped us navigate some very expensive recommendations and focus on practical, staged solutions instead. If you want a home inspector who is thoughtful, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping homeowners make smart decisions, I can't recommend Matt highly enough. Working with him was invaluable for our family.

I contacted Air Quality Testers after a $20 radon testing kit from Amazon revealed that we have…read morehigh levels of radon in our basement (4.5 pCi/L). Because we were just doing this for safety and not for documentation (for example, related to a real estate transaction), they recommended that we get a $200-300 digital meter instead of springing for them to come out and test ($900). That meter showed consistently that we are at 1-2 pCi/L, which is an acceptable level. I am really impressed with this company that values integrity and honesty above profit!

The price was great and the sample taking was hassle free, they took a great deal of care to take…read moresamples from inconspicuous places like behind light switch plates. We did not receive our preliminary report as expected (took a week and a follow up text, rather than the 2-3 business days communicated) and the final report was the same (took two weeks and a follow up text after the samples were taken, rather than the one week communicated). If your needs require tighter timing or more proactive communication, maybe consider alternatives but we did get the results we paid for and are happy with the price.

I had a very positive experience with these David and Golden Gate Home Inspections…read more My friend asked me to help find, book, and manage a home inspection for him. He is not buying or selling, he just wants to know what needs to be fixed in his Victorian SF home. David was on time, very curtious and knowledgeable, and a nice person to chat with. He was especially happy to be doing the work for someone who really wanted to know all the potential problems, instead of for a seller that might wish there were no potential repairs. I will reach out to them to schedule a similar inspection for my mom's home.

This was my third experience with GG Home Inspections. They got me on their calendar right away. I…read morereally enjoyed meeting David, who was very prompt. Within minutes I knew I had a real professional working with me. He pointed out several items to note. Besides his professional manner. he was kind and helpful! I'll be calling him again!

Called Carl on Tuesday, appointment was Wednesday, took mold sample and air sample, test report on…read moremold sample received Friday. Could not ask for faster service. My mold case was pretty obvious and easy to inspect, but I wanted official lab test report to show health hazards.

We recently worked with Carl at A-1 Certified Environmental Services after uncovering an area on…read moreour property that required attention. He was patient, friendly, and thorough during the initial walk-through inspection and testing process. We especially appreciated his willingness to conduct the testing outside of normal business hours, which helped us receive the results sooner. If you're looking for someone reliable and easy to work with, I recommend A-1 Certified Environmental Services.

Tony was terrific on the phone providing clear expectations and pricing. Gabriel and Ibrahim did…read morethe testing. They were very efficient, friendly and left NO TRACE of the work they completed. There were some small spots on the ceilings where they did the work but no debris, no dust, nothing left where the work was performed. I would gladly recommend them.

Stay away from this company…read more They secretly worked with my public adjuster behind my back and billed my insurance policy an outrageous $5,000 for an asbestos test -- all without my knowledge, authorization, or a signed contract. They even went directly to my insurance adjuster to request payment, bypassing me entirely. To make matters worse, their so-called $5,000 report is only valid for 60 days. If you don't complete the abatement work within that time, they charge you again -- even though all they do is reprint the same report with a new date. No new testing. No new work. Just another charge. When I filed a small claims case against them, they refused to accept the delivery of the court documents by not opening the door for the serving man, dodging service attempts by not answering the door. It was clear they were trying to avoid accountability. I had to find alternative ways to serve them because they simply would not cooperate. Attached is the invoice they charged against my insurance policy. I have also reported them to the California Department of Insurance and is pursuing them through small claims court. I will update this review with the outcome once the case is resolved. If you value transparency and honest business practices, please stay away from this company. Learn from my experience. If I Yelp has negative reviews ratings, I definitely will rate this company as negative! - Jason

My client scheduled and paid for the inspection appointment. The inspector & owner Jason was a no…read moreshow. When I reached out to the office they said they're only able to help with scheduling and ultimately they were not able to reach him. He eventually texted me saying he thought it would be okay to sneak in a different appointment during my slot. And then he never responded again. I asked for a refund and a cancellation and the "office" said they only do scheduling as that is all they are contracted to do. The inspector did not respond to my request to issue a refund. My client will have to take up with the credit card company to reverse this fraudulent charge. If you dont want to pay for an inspection only to have the inspector not show up even though he took your money and confirmed the time- start with someone else.

As a San Francisco realtor for the past 32 years I have reviewed and attended hundreds of…read moreinspections. In today's world where so much gets lost in translation, I use and recommend JOC often because their reports are easy to read and have photos that refer to the "issues" which is so important as most buyers are not "construction" savvy. Additionally if I have buyers that I am representing on a property, even if I was not the one to pay for the inspection (seller did), the inspector is always available to have a 10-15 minute conversation to clarify questions a buyer has. To me, that is above and beyond. I don't want to say too many great things about them because I want them to be available when I need them ;).

Great experience with Healthy Building Science. Their inspector was knowledgeable, thorough, and…read moredid an excellent job explaining everything in a clear and approachable way. I really appreciated the practical guidance and professionalism throughout the process--made a stressful situation much easier to navigate. Would definitely recommend.

Brandon did a great job; pointed out various problems I wasn't aware of. Pleasant and helpful.read more

I contacted Lori when my tenants in an Oakland duplex raised concerns about lead exposure in the…read morebuilding. My education in advanced lead testing and containment began with this conversation. When they came for the inspection, Lori and her son Michael took hundreds of readings of the building's interior and exterior, and her instrument reveals where even deeply concealed lead paint lies. Because a young child lives in the building, they took extra readings to make sure that we understood any potential risks in even greater detail. Their thoroughness identified areas to maintain and to monitor and areas that pose little risk. Though highly detailed and data-driven, their report is clear and gives our contractors a roadmap to follow as they prepare their proposals for scope of work. I am so grateful for Lori's and Michael's expertise and their straightforwardness and calm demeanors. Having this report in hand has alleviated a great deal of concern, charted a path forward, and given us a real understanding of lead safety and containment.

I called and spoke with Lorri. I explained that I owned a very old building in SF. I wanted to get…read moreit inspected to see if it had any lead in the paint. Lorri explained that due to the age of the building it almost certainly had lead. She said that she couldn't in good conscience take my money already knowing the result. She then gave me same contact information for lead certified contractors that could help with remediation or abatement.