Genuinely good guy in this otherwise very sketchy space…read more Everyone uses scare tactics to grab cash. He talks a lot about how mold is everywhere and grid to minimize because I think he's used to all the crazy worries we all have - so understand that's where he's coming from when he almost excessively tried to calm your fears. We had a substantial roof leak with mold in walls - all handled very well and professionally and nowhere nearly as expensive as it could have been. You won't regret calling him. Genuine good person. Hope he doesn't change.

after seeing john's response, i have to point out that it's strange he's accusing me (and others)…read moreof reviewing him without using his services, when he didn't actually give me (us) the opportunity to use them, instead shouting at us that we're foolish for even requesting them. also, i still don't know what IIRIC or whatever is. all i know is that it's strange that someone billing himself as an environmental tester berates potential customers for... requesting environmental testing. i mean, maybe others will have better luck with him, but this was my experience, and i think anyone can tell from my review history that i tend to rain praise upon businesses more often than not.

Phillip was absolutely amazing and had nothing but great things to say about everyone who I…read moreconnected with on the phone/in person. Definitely would recommend them to anyone looking to get a A+ inspection with inspectors who walk the house like it would be their very own. Kudos to Phillip-- he is a true asset to the Elite Group team!!

Rated F on the Better Business Bureau--and honestly, that tells you everything you need to know…read more They don't seem too concerned about reviews, probably because most of their business comes through real estate agents. I made the mistake of trusting mine when she recommended them for my condo inspection... lesson learned. The water heater didn't even work, yet somehow the inspector missed it--so I spent my first three weeks bonding with cold showers. The warranty company wouldn't cover it since the issue existed before I moved in. On top of that, I had to replace both toilets right away. Somehow they missed that too. Of course, when I contacted them, they denied any responsibility and took zero accountability for their mistakes. All in all, I would definitely not recommend them, especially if they're being suggested by your real estate agent.

Great customer service and very knowledgeable. Our report was ready the next day. Thank you, Jeffread more

I deeply regret hiring this home inspection company and would strongly advise other homebuyers to…read morelook elsewhere. My inspector completely failed to catch major structural red flags -- specifically, the noticeable slope and crookedness of my foundation. These are not minor cosmetic issues. Because this was missed, I am now forced to pay thousands of dollars out of pocket for a structural engineer and potential repairs that could have absolutely influenced my buying decision. This is exactly what a home inspection is supposed to protect buyers from. What makes matters worse is the unprofessional behavior from the office staff. Nicole and Tracie were discourteous, argumentative, and dismissive when I reached out with legitimate concerns. Tracie, who claims to be the "Director of Operations," displayed little knowledge of inspection standards, zero accountability, and no interest in resolving the situation. Unfortunately, my experience mirrors what many other reviewers have already warned about. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions a person will ever make. You need an inspection company that is thorough, knowledgeable, and responsive. This company is none of those things. EDIT: They even replied to my review further proving their lack of expertise - please don't waste your money on this company and find someone who will give you valuable advice. Such as someone who says "we see a slope, get your foundation evaluated by a structural engineer" - rather than someone who doesn't even notice the slope and hides behind the fact by repeatedly saying "we told you there were cracks" when they aren't the same thing. RUN BEFORE YOU HIRE THEM!

Incredible service! I called Home Inspection Experts desperate to get a same day inspection and…read morethey were able to accommodate me. I was purchasing an older home in Long Beach and I was worried that I was making a bad decision but there just isn't that many homes for sale in the area where I want to live. These guys were fast and efficient and totally professional and the inspector showed up early, gave an amazing summary at the end of the inspection and explained every little detail including significant findings I needed to be aware of right away. I received a very detailed report loaded with pictures and recommendations that clearly laid out everything I needed to know from basic maintenance to urgent safety issues. I was able to move forward with my home purchase with a much better understanding of exactly what I needed to budget for as well as which items were more urgent that could be negotiated with the sellers for repair. If you want a solid inspection that will put your mind at ease hire this company. Not to mention the fact that the entire staff is very professional, kind and organized. I would use them again and again on a future purchase! Thank you Home Inspection Experts you guys deserve 10 stars!!!

Very thorough and fast response and service. Great inspection and very detailed about requested…read moreproperty. Report took 48 hours. The report provided observations, gaps and recommendations.

We were purchasing a new property and needed an inspection of the home and sewer. After…read moreresearching several inspection firms, we ultimately decided to go with Elias at CR Home Inspections due to the reviews describing him as one of the most thorough professionals in the business. And indeed he was! Elias met us on an expedited schedule and he worked promptly with a deep attention to detail. He identified every little issue and gave us an extreme amount of comfort. He even fended off an annoying seller agent that ambushed him towards the end of his inspection and tried to get information on Elias' findings before he even discussed with the client (me). In summary, Elias is the best in the business and is a man of strong integrity. I highly recommend him and definitely would work with him again.

I was looking to buy a property in the OC and found Elias with 5 stars. Honestly, I'm pretty…read moreskeptical about that stuff but I needed the inspection ASAP and he was the first to reply and schedule. Sadly, he scheduled the wrong day and my agent went to the property and basically wasted the trip there since we had to reschedule to the next day. For me this wasn't a big deal since I didn't go out myself, but I felt bad that my agent wasted his time. Elias was very apologetic and even bought my agent a gift card as an apology. He totally owned up to his mistake and for me that speaks volumes about a person. The actual inspection was pretty good as far as I can tell, I'm not an expert on these kinds of things but the report was very detailed and had a lot of photos. He flew a drone up to the roof to take a look and even pointed out minor details like staining on the carpet that I honestly didn't catch when I saw the property myself. Seems like he used infrared to check for water leaks when inspecting the plumbing in the bathrooms and kitchen. In terms of pricing, he was one of the more expensive options but given the level of customer service he provided and the quality of the report I would say it's worth it. Overall, the experience with Elias was very positive and if I ever need inspection services again, he'll be the first I call.

Rick is awesome and thorough…read more He communicated his findings very well. Very affordable

Excellent detail. Helped me understand what items were important and which were merely cosmetic…read more Excellent color-coded report. Would highly recommend.

Thank you so much for your professional service and help me out with my problem immediately. I m…read moreglad found your company and did excellent service.

Mike is sooo patient. He also saved us from spending 2.5m on home that potentially had mold. He was…read morediligent and responsive and I used him for every house after. He's knowledgeable. Fast. And takes his time answering all questions. The amount of times I messaged him and he assisted me. I recommend him for anyone buying a home. Know what you're buying. He saved my butt

We found Mike thanks to his amazing Yelp reviews, and after working with him, I can say the quality…read moreof his work went even beyond our expectations. We brought Mike in for a post-purchase inspection after discovering a number of issues our original inspector missed and wanted to be sure nothing else had been overlooked. Mike devoted his entire day to inspecting the property and then spent two hours with us going through his report, patiently answering every question, and offering thoughtful suggestions. I have to say, it is extremely rare to find someone with this level of work ethic and dedication to their craft. You can tell Mike truly loves what he does. If you're looking for peace of mind and want to know the exact condition of your home, you will not be disappointed. Mike truly sets the bar for what one should expect in a home inspection. A heartfelt thanks, Mike.

Mike might charge you double the other guys, but he is totally worth it!…read more He only does one inspection a day (which also means it can be tricky to get him!), which allows him to check every nook and cranny of the home in question. He doesn't shy away from doing the hard stuff, like going on rooftops or crawling under very tight crawlspaces. He gave us actionable items that we will be using to make sure that if he's still around when we sell our home and a seller hires him, he won't have much to say His detailed report was so good that when I hired specialist inspectors (like electrical and structural) due to issues he noted, they either trusted his report at face value and just gave me a quote for the repair or incorporated his findings and pictures into their reports! Plus, he brings snacks and drinks for you to munch on! Don't hesitate to hire him, he's worth every single penny!!

Service was great, speedy, professional, accommodating and customer service based…read more We received the report in a very reasonable amount of time.

They're great! Communicative and awesome. A+++ Drue, specifically, was my point of contact.read more