Robert and Edie were the best! Communication was amazing. Their report was very thorough and I appreciated the clear photos and detailed explanations. I'd rather have too much information than not enough. It was quick and amazing. If I ever need a home inspection ~ I'll be calling and recommending them always! They thought of spots to look in that I didn't even know existed! Little dirt isn't going to slow them down! They got in and took care of business! Area Wide Inspectors are prompt and the reviews are 100% accurate! They are the best! They answered any and all questions that I had and were patient and kind and just overall amazing customer service! Keep up the Excellent Work! Lubbock needs more of YOU! Thank you! Brenda R. Shallowater Tx read more

I can't say enough about Robert and Edie. Without going into extreme detail, we had an out of town buyer moving from DFW to Lubbock and once under contract, Area Wide Inspections were referred to us for the inspection. They were extremely thorough, provided plenty of great photos and went over the report with the buyer, line by line. Then, they went over and above by agreeing to do the walk-through on the morning of the closing since the buyer could not be there due to work and was closing remotely. Additionally, they were able to refer the buyer to a termite inspector and insulation company. They know their stuff and they are extremely kind. We are all so grateful to them. read more

Robert and Edie Sherwood at Area Wide Inspectors are hands down THE BEST INSPECTORS we have ever used! Three times in the past few years, we have had TERRIBLE inspectors who have ultimately cost us a fortune in repairs for things they missed. The worst was when buying my mom's house. We used the inspector our realtor recommended, only to learn later that the realtor got a kick-back for the referral (as he did with the awful home warranty company he convinced us to choose). The inspector he sent was too old, too overweight, and frankly, too lazy to go into the attic or under the house, and because of that, he missed so many major issues he should have warned us about. COSTLY issues. So for our next purchase, we did our research. I found Area Wide Inspectors though Angie's List, and when I first met Edie and Robert (at a property we wound up not buying), I realized they are in a class by themselves. Robert did the bulk of the work (I believe he is/was a city inspector?), and the man knows his stuff. He suited up and went under the crawl space of a 1940s pier and beam house, he climbed into the attic, he examined every inch that home, inside out. Edie was on hand to do much of the other work and assist with taking photos and documenting their findings. They both answered all of my (numerous) questions and helped me to understand the pros and cons of the property. Their report was SO DETAILED, complete with photos of every flaw they found, and was turned around and in my inbox the very next day. It was IMPRESSIVE. Cut to a year later when we were nearing completion on a new build with a top builder in town. We had become concerned about the increasing number of cracks in the foundation, so we reached out to Edie just before the floors were installed and asked if they would be able to take a look. She and Robert raced over that morning to examine the foundation. They called us immediately and agreed that the cracks were beyond excessive, raising a major red flag. Robert recommended we contact the top structural engineer in town. We did, and he also raced over. Thank goodness. After much unnecessary drama from the builder (who refused to repair the house despite the impending failure of the foundation), Area Wide and the engineer they recommended saved us from making a catastrophic purchase. Cut to one year later (aka, last week!) when our new build from another builder in town was almost complete. We had been so busy, we almost forgot to set up the inspection. We called at the last minute, and Edie and Robert squeezed us in the very next morning. Their report was every bit as thorough as the first time and was sent to us the same day they visited the property, complete with photos and detailed notes. We cannot rave enough about them. It's rare to find people you trust so much to have your best interest at heart. Area Wide do such thorough and quality work. And they are a dream to deal with!!! If you need a home inspector in the Lubbock area --- please call Robert and Edie today. They are OUTSTANDING in every way. Thank you both so much for saving us last year!!! We can never express how much we appreciate your honesty, your skill, and your generous hustle to make sure that we, as homebuyers, are safe and protected in making the most informed decision possible when going into such an important purchase. Thank you, thank you, thank you! read more

I have a team of out of town REALTORS, and when we made an offer on an investment property, we needed an inspection. Robert and Edie were recommended by a local builder and I could not be more impressed. Area Wide Inspections was incredibly thorough and prompt, provided not only a fantastic synopsis of the inspection, but included pictures of any potential issues. As an agent, the best inspector is the one that we can feel comfortable in letting them speak with our clients and not scare them about items found in the report. You DO want issues highlighted, however, if it is a do-it-yourself project or a merely a "keep your eye on it" because it is normal, you don't want an inspector to overplay it. I would feel very comfortable in having Robert and Edie inspect another property for me, or any other Lubbock area buyer with zero qualms. Five + Stars. read more

As a Realtor I was involved in 50+ real estate transactions this past year. Area Wide has handled most, if not all, of my home inspections. This has ranged from newly built homes to ones out in the country. They are reliable, dependable, and very honest and ethical. They take their time to go over every detail and provide a wonderful feedback report. They welcome the buyers to come to their own inspection and explain everything they are doing. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Area Wide Inspections for your next real estate transaction. read more

Excellent Company. Very professional, very through and no better fee for an inspection, that we could find. Arrived on site as promised, and sent a 22 page PDF report with photos covering the home from foundation to roof. All problem areas were detailed and marked on photos in the report. Would (and will) use again. read more

Professional, thorough, and honest. I was in the process of purchasing a home and needed it inspected. Area Wide Inspections found 20 years of termite damage that the previous owners had recently attempted to cover up with new carpet and paint. They stopped the inspection halfway through and informed us of the damages, showed us pictures, and advised us to not take the deal; advice of which we gladly followed. They even discounted their prices for not completing the inspection after we told them we had seen enough. I highly recommend Area Wide Inspections to anyone who wants a knowledgable and honest appraisal of a home they are considering purchasing! read more

Area Wide Inspections did a fantastic job! They are very honest and thorough! We had problems getting the electricity and gas turned on, and they came back three different times without a complaint. I would recommend them to anyone! read more