I'm probably setting the women's movement back a few years by admitting this, but as a single…read morewoman, the prospect of homeownership is completely terrifying to me. I can barely change a lightbulb, and for years I put off buying because I didn't want to deal with the hassle of knowing how to fix things. But then I fell in love with a house, and everything changed. My realtor had set up a home inspection with another company, but when I looked them up, I saw tons of negative reviews. I figured that this would possibly be the most important investment I could make; I am not equipped to deal with a house that has lots of hidden issues. After seeing all the positive reviews for this company, I switched over. I could not be more pleased that I did. Dana explained everything in great detail and in language I could understand, and he went through the house with a fine-toothed comb. This home is a renovation, and everything is brand new, so my realtor expected us to be done with the inspection fairly quickly. Dana spent more time than he had to, explaining things to me, telling me about things I'd need to think of in the future regarding owning a home, and taking pictures of everything so that I have a record of where things are and what they do. Working with him allieviated all of my fears around us missing something that would end up becoming a huge expense to me. I felt like I had a favorite uncle looking out for me and making sure that he was giving me the guidance I needed in a process that is totally unfamiliar and kind of scary. I plan to be in my new home for a long time, but if I ever do decide to go through this process again, he will absolutely be the one I hire as an inspector!

We liked the work so much that we hired them back again for a second and third house inspection…read more Very thorough and professional.

Thank you so much for your excellent advice about our home inspection process! We are so grateful…read moreto you!

Avoid. Not thorough and took double the time of the usual inspector. Did not check the chimney…read moreclean outs to see that the removed fireplace was not sealed off from the bare studs of the living room. Did not note the massive cracks in garage foundation. Did not find mold behind freezer.

I cannot thank MKC Associates--and specifically Tom Berthiaume--enough for the extraordinarily…read morethorough home inspection they conducted on a condo I intended to purchase. Their work quite literally saved me from making a huge mistake. The unit, located in a high‑end Boston property, turned out to be severely neglected and in need of major repairs. Without MKC's thoroughness, I might have ended up purchasing a property requiring immediate and expensive major electrical, plumbing, appliance, and fixture (windows and doors) repairs. Tom arrived early for the appointment, which took place over Labor Day weekend. That level of dedication matters, and I greatly appreciated being able to secure an expert inspection so quickly (literally a few days). The review lasted about 1.5 hours and covered not only the unit's interior but also the building's common areas, the roof, and the exterior envelope. I learned a lot--not just about the unit and its owner, but also about the HOA and the building's overall condition. The report was available the next day, both online as an interactive document and as a downloadable PDF. It was exceptionally detailed, well‑organized, and easy to navigate. MKC posts sample reports on their website, and I can confirm the real report you receive is just as comprehensive and descriptive as the examples. The photos show the actual appliances, fixtures, and features in the property, which makes reviewing deficiencies straightforward. MKC also provides helpful YouTube videos explaining how to access and interpret the report, including a powerful feature that allows buyers to communicate deficiencies and estimated repair or replacement costs directly to sellers. This tool is invaluable for anyone negotiating repairs or credits. The inspection cost--$860.25 in my case--was worth every penny. The unit I was considering would have required major expenditures to make it livable, and MKC's work prevented me from walking into a financial disaster. In summary, MKC is the real deal. Whether you're purchasing a condo or a single‑family home, I strongly encourage you to hire MKC for your inspection. You will not regret it.

Inspection was done with good attention to details. Most issues were identified in the inspection…read morereport. Worth the money spent on this report. We needed accurate list of current issues to make our decision to buy a property. This was exactly what we needed! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Thank you so much for your excellent advice about our home inspection process! We are so grateful…read moreto you!

Helped with getting more WiFi to my home. Connected everything together to get more power…read more To the internet. Came and did the job and cleaned up after. Very professional. Excellent work.

TLDR version: I'm very glad I chose Green House Home Inspection (GHHI) and was incredibly impressed…read morewith Jared's thoroughness during the walkthrough. Highly recommend him if you need a home inspection as a buyer! Now, for the lengthier review. My agent provided me with a list of home inspection companies, and after reviewing each company's website, GHHI stood out. I quickly understood what the inspection included, that the team had the necessary qualifications and certifications, and that they were a BBB accredited business with an A+ rating (I verified!). My husband and I had a laundry list of inspections we wanted done, and GHHI was able to provide most of them for reasonable, additional fees; at the time of this review, they also offer wood destroying organism inspections, radon air tests ($150), and comprehensive water tests ($250, includes water quality and radon). The total cost of the home inspection + all add-ons for a 2-story home with an unfinished basement was $1,125. This felt incredibly reasonable, and it was also very convenient to schedule so many inspections with one company. I've only had one other home inspection experience as a buyer, and while I remember that report being detailed and somewhat helpful, the inspector did everything himself for 3+ hours, so we had no context for the details he shared and we felt quite disconnected from the process. Jared (the owner of GHHI) takes a totally different approach, and I'm here for it. Jared arrived early and started to walk the property, and once I arrived, he explained his style and how he prefers for folks to walk with him. I was impressed with how thorough he was and his multi-tasking; not only was he performing the inspection, but taking photos and notes, educating me, and answering my questions. As an aside: I'm interested in learning about my future home but this is absolutely not my wheelhouse, and I think Jared did a great job of explaining things in layman's terms. The inspection took roughly 4 hours; I had a septic inspection at the same time, and Jared was very accommodating (and helpful!) when we needed to stop and chat with that inspector. Jared conducted our home inspection in the morning and we received the report that night! I appreciated that photos were included (for evidence purposes but to also jog my memory) and a rating system was employed. A Table of Contents made it easy to jump around. I think the report provided helpful general information as well as notes about recommendations and issues. While the amount of text was more on the concise side, I felt it was adequate and professional. Jared really went above and beyond during the inspection itself, so I think a review really needs to take that process and those conversations into account. I will take Jared's combo approach, which includes a thorough inspection with the client + conversations + a report with photos, over another inspector's approach that is quite removed and only includes a report. Again, I highly recommend Green House Home Inspection, specifically Jared. He was incredibly personable and ensured the inspection process was educational, and dare I say, enjoyable!

Jared was early, spend SO much time with us, explaining what every single thing was, and what it…read moredid, and the things that were perplexing he found the answers. He told us what to do and who to call for the little things we will be doing after closing. He got into what I though was an inaccessible attic space and found valuable information. He never rushed, was pleasant to us and the homeowners throughout. I have been on quite a few home inspections, this was the most thorough. Great job, thanks so much Jared!

Mike agreed to perform work. Then did not show up as agreed, didn't respond to phone…read moremessages...basically disappeared without explanation.

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Guy Occhino is the owner of Sherman Home Inspections. Guy was recommended to me by a mutual friend…read more I hired him to conduct an inspection of my home and found that his services were above and beyond what I could have ever expected. Arriving 15 minutes early for a 10 AM appointment, he was thorough, knowledgeable, and personable. Guy spent seven (7) hours inspecting every aspect of my home. He looked at everything that I had concerns over, showed me things that I wasn't aware of, provided advice, and was a genuinely nice man. I would recommend Sherman Home Inspections to anyone looking for services like these ! .

Guy works for the client to make sure your money is well spent. Extremely thorough and ensures you…read morego to the buyer's understanding what needs to be done before purchasing a home. I found him to be extremely trustworthy, hardworking and communitive to help me understand what needs to be done. I strongly recommend him if you're purchasing a home.

Called and got Rich on the phone to describe a couple of foundation cracks in the house I just…read moremoved into. Got a quote right away and scheduled a repair that same afternoon. A week later, Paul came with his 30+ years of concrete & foundation knowledge. Patched up an underground crack with closed-cell polymer and the other above-ground crack with carbon fiber.

From the start the transaction was smooth. After exchanging a few messages via Yelp! it was…read moreconfirmed that A-1 Foundation Crack Repair met our needs. Andrew came out to view the issue, inspect the rest of the foundation as well as the bulkhead. He provided a couple of options to repair the foundation crack and suggested bolstering the joints between the bulkhead and foundation. The technician scheduled to do the work was very courteous and accommodating. He texted before his arrival and was very understanding when we explained we had an unexpected emergency come up. He was very informative and excellent at explaining what he had done. Thanks A-1 Foundation Crack Repair for making it a breeze to address foundation cracks.

I am in the process of buying a house in Lowell , MA and found Bonafide Home Inspectors on a Google…read moresearch along with a couple other providers. I called them all and got prices and availability. Wayne at Bonifide was the first to get back to me and stayed in touch with me by email at first and text after we exchanged numbers. His price was very reasonable and lower then the others that called and worked with me to do the inspection on the day I needed it ( two days after I contacted him!) . I read the other reviews on yelp and on Bonafide's site and took a chance based on what I read, I am glad I did!!! Wayne was prompt and very friendly. We chatted a bit about the process and then he got to work. Wayne left no stone UN-turned. He got into every crevice, crack and closet of the home. He was open to my questions and very easy to speak with and even though I am in the property management business explained each area of concern in la mans terms. After his very thorough inspection of the home, Wayne walked around with me and pointed out the bigger items that needed my attention. Wayne said I could expect a written report within a couple days that would give details of every thing he found no matter how small. The same night of the inspection the report was in my email. The report broke down each area , floor, section of the home in detail by - needs immediate attention, needs repair or replacement or keep eye on type categories. I could not be happier with the service provided by Wayne. He made the condition of the house, I am thinking of buying, so much clearer. I am not one for writing reviews , unless it is a negative one , but I thought this man deserved my time for a review . I would recommend Bonifide to anyone who is looking for a no nonsense , straight shooting, professional home inspector who wont break your bank. If there is an issue he will find it and breaks it down as a game changer or a fixable problem. A bonus - when giving me my receipt and paperwork , Wayne throws in a free copy of a book called " How to run your house". A book that shows you how all the major systems in your house work. I read the book and I know I will be referring to it often as i get settled in and fixing some of the issue Wayne brought to my attention. If you need an inspector call Wayne! you will not be sorry.

Wayne is great to work with! He showed up early to the property, took his time with the inspection…read moreand gave us a great overview. His attention to detail caught even the smallest of things, such as, AC filters starting to crack. He is very communicative and does a great job, would definitely recommend him to a friend! Pricing is competitive with the level of work he does too. The reports of his afterwork leave you with a good sense of what you have to fix and with what urgency once you've acquired your property. Thank you Wayne!