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Why
Me? I have a lot of experience, more than
most. According to a recent membership poll by the American Society of Home Inspectors,
over 40% of inspectors have less than five years experience. And, only 12% of inspectors have 15-20 years
experience. We’re not all alike. I've been
doing this full time now for over seventeen years and I've inspected thousands of modern and historic homes. With that
experience, you get a seasoned inspector, one who will find defects that newer inspectors might miss. An inexperienced
inspector could cost you quite a bit of money because if you move into a house full of unknown defects, you'll be stuck with
the bill. (I can't tell you how often a real estate agent has commented that the house was already inspected, and
lo and behold, the other inspector didn't find half the problems I found.) And Just As Important I will be working for you only, not for you and the real estate agent. It's true that the
vast majority of home inspectors rely on referrals from real estate agents for the bulk of their business. These inspectors
will soft-sell and sugar-coat defects in order to please the real estate agent. If they don't please the real estate
agent, they won't get their referrals.
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I'm proud that the vast majority of my business comes from referrals
from satisfied clients (and their attorneys who appreciate my detailed reports). I'll give you the unbiased truth about the house you're thinking of buying
so you can make an educated and informed decision. You'll like my reports. I
admit I used to use one of those checklist-type reports that many inspectors still use. Frankly, they're almost worthless.
Now, my reports are custom-made, twenty-some typed pages, and completely narrative. They describe what I looked at, what
was wrong, why it is wrong, and the best way to address the problems. Pictures are included. My thorough report helps
ensure you'll get a proper repair, not just a Band-Aid suggested by the seller or the real estate agent. Reports Just Don't Get Any Better
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These samples are not "made-up" reports; they're actual
inspections I recently performed.
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This Is Important I'm a certified member of The American
Society of Home Inspectors.
I follow their strict inspecting standards and adhere to their code of ethics. ASHI is one of the oldest and most respected
home inspecting organizations out
there. You'll be working with a true professional.
Worried about the roof? I've earned the designation Master Shingle Applicator (from
the CertainTeed Corporation). Whether your roof is new or old, you'll know for sure if it's up to snuff.
Worried about basement seepage? I used to fix foundations as a sideline.
The last thing you want is a leaking foundation; I know just where to look and what to look for.
Worried about electrical? Electrical systems are the weak area of most home inspectors.
For me, though, they're one of my specialties.
And...
This one may seem trivial, but after meeting with a lot of other
inspectors at those continuing education classes I regularly attend, I know it's important. I'm physically fit. This means
I can and will get up on the roofs others wouldn't even try to. I can fit into small crawl spaces and work my way around low-hanging
ductwork and the like to reach the remote areas. I can get into and make my way around small, cramped attic spaces. You'll get a thorough and complete inspection job.
I've seen more. I know more. I
do more.
You'll like my pricing, too; it's fair and
reasonable. Give me a call, tell me about what you're thinking of buying, and I'll give you a quote for a thorough
home inspection.
I can be reached at 847-705-6800.
Serving Most of Northern Illinois
IL LIC #450.000114
ASHI Certified Member #106033
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