The goal of a home inspection is to be sure you're not walking into a major problem just after…read morebuying a home. True, he goes above and beyond but at the end of the day he can ruin a good deal by finding so many non-essential small issues that it creates a scary picture where two parties might otherwise arrange a happy sale. Overkill isn't always a good thing.

After months of losing homes to better financed buyers my wife and I were surprised to have an…read moreoffer accepted--a day before we left on vacation for two weeks! This required an adjustment to our contract's inspection period while attempting to maintain the same closing date. Talk about pressure! Apparently all of the service people in the area made the same plans we did as we only found Gary online after exhausting our list of referrals, but we couldn't be happier with the result. He is timely, detail-oriented and professional. While I trust (and will be reviewing positively) our buying agent, I did have a little extra piece of mind going into this inspection knowing that Gary wasn't affiliated with either party and had no vested interest in passing things that could be a problem. Gary arrived 5 minutes early and took his time to explain everything he was seeing in practical (and non-alarming) terms. He also explained how many things worked which was great for first time homebuyers such as my wife and I--we had our own personal living home owners manual for three hours. In addition to his observations, Gary answered all of our questions in detail and helped us to draw lines between cosmetic and structural issues as well as item 'serviceable' vs 'hazardous'. We came away that day knowing what our ask list was going to be, and his official report arrived the next day. The report was thorough and made copious use of photos with red arrows to detail issues, which left no room for questioning. He responded quickly to follow-up questions which helped us move the purchasing process along with our attorney. I really couldn't be happier with our experience.

1000% recommend - John was immensely helpful in inspecting the property. He was thorough,…read moreknowledgeable and reasonable. Walking through the house with him, was an educative experience. As first time home buyers, we were not sure how to decide about the condition of the house, beyond what we could 'see'. He was passionate and did a job as if he were buying the house. Having recently been scammed by another inspector on the same property, we knew what bad looked like. And John was on the exact opposite end of the spectrum. Trust him to give you an honest, expert and professional review of the house before you make a call. We actually decided not to buy the house as we learnt about the structural issues in the house - we would've been stuck with a lemon if not for John.

John was a pleasure to work with. Honest, knowledgeable, and thorough. Would definitely recommend…read morefor unbiased home inspection needs.

Bob was so thorough and knowledgable. He talked us through every component of the inspection and…read moreeven gave use background information on any issue. He explained to us why our windows weren't working as they should or that we had a specific kind of flooring or water valve that was very good. He gave us the names of everything. He was very easy to work with, funny and polite. We would definitely use him again. We had a few trouble spots we were concerned about--our attic stairs, a odor in our bedroom, some outlets--and he gave information and suggestions about each item which was very helpful. It also just feels safer knowing this stuff was all checked out by a professional.

Very experienced people, very detailed oriented. Spend good amount of time finding the issues…read morerather than trying to rush into. The report given by them was very much appreciated by our attorney. Had a lot of patience to explain us the critical areas of the house and how to respond in case of emergencies such as fire, water leakage, etc. will certainly recommend them.

I contacted Brick & Mortar Property Inspection for a rural property I am purchasing. Ron arrived on…read moretime, well prepared with the tools needed, and conducted a thorough inspection of the property. He took the time to listen to our concerns and answer all of our questions. He was very patient and worked efficiently despite there being a lot of people present and multiple inspections going on of the various other systems; septic, well, etc. Detailed reports with clear photos and informative notes were received shortly after the inspection. Professional and friendly. Easy communication. Fair pricing and quality work. Strongly recommend

If you're buying a home, you want someone like Kevin on your side. Realtors don't like him and…read morethat's a compliment. He is not afraid to tell a realtor to quiet down or get out of the way, he will spend as much time as it takes to thoroughly inspect every inch of the property so you know exactly what you're walking into. He caught multiple serious issues the sellers either didn't know, didn't disclose, or didn't want to deal with - including a structural concern, improper French drain, water intrusion, mold, and a roof at the end of its life, as well as significant chimney issues. He even flagged a massive dead tree we hadn't noticed, which turned out to be hollow and dangerous -- something that would've cost us $10,000 to remove. That alone could have become a huge liability down the line. His narrative report was detailed, easy to follow, and full of photos so there's no confusion about what was found. He is exceptionally thorough, knowledgeable, and professional, and his attention to detail can save you tens of thousands in future problems.

Kevin was incredibly thorough on our home inspection. He was knowledgeable and gave good advice…read moreabout what should be done prior to closing.

I would like to begin my review by sharing that this is the second time we have hired Abe Kurek as…read moreour home inspector. I left a glowing review during 2023. You can look it up under my name, Mary Savva. Although we decided against buying the home in 2023, we decided we would absolutely and unwaveringly use Abe as our inspector the next time. Fast forward 3 years later, we recently used Abe in June 2026. We had the pleasure of meeting his son Nick during our 2nd inspection. I really can't say enough about Abe. I find it difficult to top my 2023 review because it was so good. During our second experience with Abe, we had a different realtor. All I have to say is Abe is on your side. The jingle, "Nationwide is on your side" should be Abe's theme song except it would be, "Abe is on your side." I hate to sound cheesy, but when you are a first-time homebuyer, it's hard to relax and trust the process. Abe makes it easier to do that simply because he is loyal to you and only you. It's a huge relief to have someone with so much experience under their belt in your corner. It's also a relief to know you can have the same confidence in his son Nick. When you hire Abe, the relationship doesn't end with the home inspection. He fully prepares you to become a homeowner. He provides lists of referrals and lots of other useful information on his website such as what to look for during the final walk through. He assures you that you can reach out to him at any time- pre and post purchase. You feel like you are more than just a customer, you are now part of a family. Of course, the candy filled goody bag made especially for you helps a lot too during the inspection! Abe and Nick check every nook and cranny (crawlspaces, roofs, attics) They arrived on time and spent over 3 hours combing through the property. Abe uses his drone to check the roof. He even has a "back-up drone" just in case his high-tech drone fails for whatever reason. He is fully prepared for your inspection. He is able to explain complex issues clearly in layman's terms, or in our case, "first time home buyers" terms. He patiently answered our questions. His home inspection report is concise and easy to understand. This cannot be overstated. It includes a "Table of Contents" which makes everything easy to find. The report does not lack detail. It is well organized with very clear pictures. This helped us to negotiate repairs and buy in confidence. One of my best friends is currently house hunting. Her husband is a surgeon. She is worried that he might not be able to attend the home inspection. I immediately referred her to Abe and assured her that she would be in good hands. I explained she would have nothing to worry about if her husband could not attend. I highly recommend Abe & Nick Kurek to anyone buying a home in the area. They are professional, responsive and worth every penny! 5/5 stars.

As a first time homebuyer, I didn't know what to expect nor how to compare inspection services. But…read moreafter one phone call to Abe, I was pretty set and confident on Abe's Home Inspection Services. Over the phone, he was able to answer all of my queries and gave me a quick run-down of all the different services they provide and an accurate quote for an inspection on the house. He was also able to answer all of my "what-if" questions and ease my nerves by giving me a step-by-step on what to expect. Although my window for inspection was only 7 days, he was also able to squeeze me in for an inspection and got me my report within 3 days! I'm super grateful for that. On the day of the inspection, Abe and Nick let me join in on the process and even encouraged me to take my own notes. Every step of the way was a learning process for me and I gained a ton of new knowledge on structural info, safety, energy saving tips and more on the house. Abe gave me a packet and some goodie bags. The retractable tape measure with sticky notes and pen is really cool. He also put in some candy if you're feeling peckish, some hand sanitizer, flashlight and bandaids--all super useful stuff. Folder includes info packets, and even a final walk through checklist. He'd really thought of everything. Overall, I highly recommend Abe. His inspection gave me valuable insight on the house, and most importantly I gained a peace of mind. It's definitely worth the price!

It took almost no time at all for my wife and I to realize we had made the right decision hiring…read moreJohn. We had been incredibly stressed trying to buy our first home and get under contract in such a competitive market. There were so many moving parts and dynamics to navigate, and John completely removed the stress from the inspection process simply by being so knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, transparent, and most of all communicative. The night before the inspection, John took the time to send us a sincere message reassuring us that everything was going to work out and encouraging us not to stress. In just one week alone, I can count more than ten different times John made himself available to answer questions or talk through concerns we had. At no point did we ever feel like he was impatient, dismissive, or anything less than fully invested in helping us through the process. We truly felt like he was in our corner every step of the way. Some people in this line of work can become desensitized to just how significant and emotional buying a home really is, especially for a family purchasing their first house. That was never the case with John. Not for a single moment did we feel anything less than fully advocated for under his guidance. If you need a home inspector and hire John, you will realize very quickly that you made the right choice. He provides the honesty, communication, and guidance needed to make a fully informed decision about a property, and he approaches the process like the ultimate professional and teammate.

After reading reviews and after speaking to about 3 other home inspectors, I decided to move…read moreforward with Thorough Home Inspection. John communicated with me even during a family emergency. He was punctual at the time of the appointment, communicated very well and was very thorough. His fee was comparable to other inspectors and a bit less. I would use John again in a heartbeat! He communicated with our realtor and was diligent to visit the property again a day later because originally the heat wasn't functioning properly. He really wanted to ensure all was accurate for his report. He provided professional suggestions, sent several pictures and was very easy to work with. He knows his stuff and treats customers like friends. Reports were received in a very timely manner via email.

Mike was amazing professional all around. I would definitely use him again and will be recommending…read morehim to anyone in need of a home inspection of any kind.

Mike was professional and thorough. This is the second time I have used his services and would…read morethoroughly recommend. He is an honest, caring and intelligent guy and his recommendations for home upkeep will prove valuable.