We couldn't be more impressed with Jeff Swanberg. He completed two home inspections for us, the first ultimately saving us from purchasing a poor quality flip renovation. As first time homebuyers, we appreciated the additional time he spent showing and explaining the various details of his assessment--providing helpful tips along the way covering everything from the structure of the home to the functionality and maintenance of major appliances. This was supplemented by his highly detailed report and recommendations--which have now become our home improvement list since we moved into our new home. He was available and genuinely interested in answering any and all of our questions both during the inspection process and thereafter throughout our negotiation with the sellers. He was an invaluable resource. Also, his team was equally impressive. Wayne completed our radon testing, and was similarly knowledgeable and incredibly thorough. They were true professionals, and we will recommend Jeff and Wayne to anyone in need of inspection services. read more

In June I had the pleasure of needing not one, but two home inspections. Jeff Swansberg was recommended to me by a top realtor in Chicago and I needed a thorough inspection. At that first inspection Mike Wilke came with Jeff. Both set out to do their respective jobs and the results were astonishing. While I was prepared to hear some bad news, I did not realize the depth and scope of the evaluation. When they completed their inspections they took myself and my realtor around to see the array of problems thoroughly explaining and showing the evidence. Needless To Say, this deal did not go through and they saved me what would have amounted to $40,000+! The next inspection was not as dramatic in its findings but again, thorough, professional and detailed. If these two gentlemen are representative of this company, you will find great satisfaction and know the challenges that you may be faced with based on the report. I am not hoping for a third inspection need but if there was to be one, I would request this team without hesitation. read more

In gearing up for my condo inspection, my realtor recommended Jeff Swanberg with US Inspect. She had used a different inspector prior but was using Jeff more and more because of his reputation. In short, I was hugely satisfied. Jeff not only performed his standard inspection but would also bring me over to individual appliances to point out the good, the bad, and just general operation. And he did this all with a great sense of humor. Jeff is not out to gouge the property for the buyer just because that's who's paying US Inspect, he's providing a very fair and honest service and leaving the information with the buyer for he/she to decide how to proceed. I would very highly recommend Jeff Swanberg to anyone that is looking for a potential home inspection. I feel very lucky that he was recommended to me and will certainly use him again should the opportunity arise. The final inspection report was clean and organized and will be referenced upon my move-in to re-visit any outstanding items. read more

Our realtor recommended that we use US Inspect to inspect our new home in Chicago. Jeff Swanberg arrived on time, and did an incredibly thorough inspection of our home. Jeff was funny, polite and took the time to go through everything in the house as if he himself were the one planning to purchase it. Jeff told us what was needed to be fixed and gave us a few tips on what we could do ourselves (you can pick that up at Home Depot for $2 etc.) which is very helpful to two first time homeowners. After spending three hours going through everything in the house he then wrote up a 50 page inspection report, complete with photos, and details of issues. This is a great guide for the next few years of items we need to fix and helped us to prioritize what we need to repair first. My husband and I would highly recommend US Inspect and Jeff Swanberg to inspect your future home. read more

I met with a staff named Jeff who is quite professional and nice and efficient for the work. The single studio took him 40 minutes to carry out his inspection. He paid really special attention details such as some spots on the countertops of the kitchen showed signs of missing paint, which might need further painting so that splashed liquid will not leak into the wall. Also, to test the water pressure as good or not, Jeff switch on the shower, the tap in the bathroom and flush the toilet at the same time. In this way, a steady water pressure to ensure daily life water usage was fairly tested. There were more examples like these mentioned above. Last but not least, I received the inspection report the next morning even though the inspection was done the afternoon of the previous day! So, the company and its staff are awesome! I would highly recommend them to all. read more

I met Jeff Swanberg in 2012 when we bought our condo in the West Loop. He was referred by an architect friend of ours. Fast forward to 2018 and we are back to purchasing a new condo. This will be our 5th purchase and the first time we are using the same home inspector. Fortunately, Jeff had a LinkedIn profile and we were able to track him down and secure his services. He and his associate Michael did a thorough job of inspecting our condo which is newly built. One can be blinded by how bright and new everything is and not pay close attention to things like water damage or gaping seams. Before, during, and after the inspection they explained their processes and limitations and explained what we should expect. Their final report reflected their thoroughness. We really appreciate Jeff Swanberg and his team. Highly recommended. read more

Mark, with US Inspect did a really great job with 2 of our home inspections. He explained in detail what the process entailed, and walked us through his findings after the inspection. We appreciated his honest and unbiased opinion on what items were a major concern and needed immediate attention, versus which ones we could easily fix ourselves for a small penny. As first time home buyers, he was very patient in assisting us through the process. Within a day of conducting the home inspection, US Inspect issued a detailed report highlighting their findings and recommended corrective measures. We feel very comfortable with the house we are buying now. In addition to this, he was very professional and punctual at both times. We will surely use the services of US Inspect again when we purchase new homes. read more

We've had a problem with water infiltration that 2 roofing companies, a window company, and exterior maintenance company had previously "fixed," but was still leaking. Ron came out the next day with his thermal imager and moisture detector. He located some problems that I can can have a contractor replace & repair without all the guesswork. He also went around the entire house and pointed out some other problems that I will be able to address before they become huge problems with a bigger price tag to fix. He was recommended by a friend in the real estate business who was also impressed with his expertise as well as his technology to help pinpoint problem areas. I would recommend getting an inspection before spending a lot of money on a contractor so you have an objective professional opinion. read more

US Inspect was amazing when I was buying my first home. From start to finish when speaking with Jeff on the phone, he was professional, thorough, and went over the top to ensure that all my questions and concerns were addressed in language I could easily understand. He walked me through his full review describing each issue he found and how it should be addressed and he gave me new ideas and suggestions for small improvements around my home. When I was going through negotiations, he was available to help me understand what was worth asking/pushing for and what could be let go, and he was available at the final walk through with me, where he spoke with the realtor to ensure last minute issues were address before closing went through. If I move again, I will definitely be reaching out to him! read more

We had the pleasure of working with Inspector Jeff Swanberg twice now, and both times Jeff was informative, efficient, thorough, and patient. As first time home buyers, we were not experienced in what to look for or the importance of certain issues. Jeff actually made the process fun and took us through each bullet point methodically. He made sure to answer all of our questions not only during the actual inspection itself, but after the report had been completed. He made great suggestions on how to most efficiently deal with things that came up, and dare I say he even made the process somewhat enjoyable! We will most definitely recommend Jeff to our closest family and friends as we've come to really trust him and appreciate his candor. Thank you, Jeff! read more

We had a great experience with US Inspect. It was our first home purchase and we were not really sure what to expect or look for when purchasing a new home. Jeff was very thorough and found every issue as well as potential issues. He took the time to explain to us what he found, why it is important, as well as some tips for maintaining a new home. We trusted his opinion on his findings and even followed up with him on responses to the findings from the seller. Also, my parents were with us at the inspection and my father was very impressed with his work and agreed with all of his findings. We will definitely be using Jeff for any future home purchases! read more

I'd highly recommend US Inspect, as my entire experience was great. First, scheduling can easily be done online with a quick turnaround, but I needed an appointment within 24 hours and they were able to call a technician to get me set up the following day with ease, and were very friendly about it. My inspection was with Mark Johnsen and he was wonderful. As a first time home buyer, he walked me through the entire process - what he was looking for, issues that came about, and tips for proper maintenance and upkeep in the future. Mark was incredibly knowledgeable and provided a full report to me within 24 hours. I would absolutely use US Inspect again. read more

We had the pleasure of working with Jeff Swanberg, who we were able to schedule in short notice (and around Christmas, no less). He not only provided a thorough inspection, he went out of his way to explain in detail how we should maintain and upgrade the home, he got the fireplace working again, and was extremely friendly and funny. His report was well written and assisted us in getting the necessary credits from the seller. We're first time home buyers, and this really blew us away. I will definitely be recommending him and his team to my friends as they enter the home buying arena. Oh and a tip: they accept credit cards, so get those points! read more

First off, Katie was awesome! She was able to get me in on the same day I called for both a home inspection as well as a radon testing. Super friendly and very helpful! Mark came out and did an inspection on my 2 bedroom 1 bath condo! Excellent service! He was on site early and very knowledgeable about everything! Mark took the time to explain the process and everything he did! Wayne was able to drop by the same day for my radon inspection. Again, a really nice guy and he was very accommodating! Couldn't have been happier with the service from the team at US Inspect! Thanks again to all parties! -Scott read more

Scheduling was a breeze. The staff at US Inspect was friendly and helpful. My clients used Mark Johnson, who is extremely knowledgeable and I can recommend him wholeheartedly. He was able to advise on maintenance and suggested products for best results for everything in the home, inside and out. His recommendations added an element to the home inspection that gave my clients peace of mind and a very clear understanding of what they are purchasing. This was the second home for the same clients Mark inspected during their search, the first of which saved my clients from buying a property with major issues. read more

Mark Johnsen did my inspection. He was on time, professional, friendly, and thorough in his inspection. Of note, he used an infrared camera to check for signs of water damage. This was an amazing tool that provided extra assurance the home we were buying was in good shape. After seeing it in action I would recommend no one get a home inspection without it. I am a first time home buyer, so I don't have experience with any other company, but I would easily use US Inspect again without bothering to find anything better, and I would recommend US Inspect to anyone wanting a home inspection. read more

I want to give a huge shout out to Ron Bartlett of US Inspect. He put together an amazing home inspection for us on a recently purchased house in Inverness, IL Talk about complete! The report was 48 pages, with high resolution pictures detailing every point that he made. He took the time to explain everything and was very happy to just have us be with him as he walked the property and went through the inside of the house. I have already had two people say, Wow, what a great job your home inspector did. I would highly recommend US Inspect to anyone when buying a new home. Peter B. read more

We had Jeff Swanberg do our home Inspection and could not have been happier with the service. He was incredibly knowledgeable and professional. He clearly knew his stuff. Moreover, he knew exactly what I would not know and taught me the essentials of home maintenance. He did not leave a single corner uninspected, documented each issue meticulously with photo evidence, and shared with us not only each issue but also the variety of ways to go about addressing each, their priority level, associated safety issues, etc. We were really impressed and grateful for Jeff's excellent service. read more

Ron Bartlett was our inspector. He did a great job. He was very knowledgeable and explained things in way i could understand. He was very personable and gave me ideas on how to easily fix what was needed.This was actually the second time we had Ron inspect for us unfortunately our first house fell through and we called him for our second house.He showed us things about the house we didnt know to look for. Hopefully we wont need an inspection again soon but if we did we would call him again. We definitely would recommend this company and especially Ron to our family and friends. read more