As a mechanical engineer in the MEP field, I have had the not always pleasurable experience of…read moredealing with inspectors that range from clueless to the alpha know-it-all. Bob Aldi is neither, he is however, the best inspector I have had the pleasure to work with in my 25+ career. I have read many reviews not just about Bob, but a wide variety. I'm always amazed when a business is reviewed based on price. Now I understand about not paying for expensive goods and services when it's not needed, but this in not one of those instances. The cost of Bob, his experience, tools and time far outweighs the "cheap" guy. I often use the following: Price...... Service...... Quality...... Pick TWO! If you want a low price then you sacrifice Quality and Service. If you want high quality and fast service, well then you have to pay a fair price. Bob's prices are more than fair, in fact they more than justify the cost of doing business with him. He attention to detail, knowledge and experience, and quality of his report and the time he takes to do a thorough job more than pays for itself in the cost savings down the road for not being fully informed on what you are buying or selling. Bob we wish you the best of luck, and look forward to working with you again. My wife and I are truly thankful you did the inspection for us.

Bob Aldi did our home inspection in New Hartford for us. When we called to get a quote he was…read moreextremely professional and knowledgeable, you got a sense he enjoyed what he did too. He has up to date technology he uses to get you the best results possible, and at the end he had everything well organized in an electronic binder complete with the pictures he took and descriptions of what he found. His quote was extremely reasonable especially with the outcome of everything. Would definitely hire him again!

I would highly recommend Jon. He went above and beyond and took the time to thoroughly explain…read moreeverything he found during the inspection. He didn't rush through the process and answered all my questions. He made sure I understood what we were looking at, why it mattered, and what needed attention and priorities. His knowledge, patience, professionalism, and attention to detail really stood out. I felt like he had my best interests at heart. I am incredibly grateful for his time and guidance!

I used John several times on prospective homes that I wanted to buy. He was professional, timely,…read moreand quite complete on all my home inspections. Several times he pointed out significant issues with the property, that had I purchased it, would have cost significant sums to remediate. His home inspection report is excellent, and is well organized with plenty of photographs. If I buy more properties, John will be the only inspector that I would use.

I was in the process of closing on my new home purchase and…read more Mr. Joseph Miller was gracious enough to accommodate my request for a home inspection on very short notice. Mr. Miller's inspection of the home was very thorough and his detailed report which was submitted to me shortly after the inspection reflected as such. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a home inspection. In addition, I am confident that they'll be highly satisfied with the high level of professionalism and expertise offered by this company. Marcus P.

First, I want to disclose that the info gained from Pilipczuk's Home Inspection was not at all what…read moreI wanted--yet it was exactly what I needed to know (turns out the property had multiple issues that had been covered up). Michael was professional, thorough, detailed, and above all, HONEST. I understand the multiple pressures that may be on Home Inspectors/Appraisers to give a certain answer. After all, the Seller wants to sell, Buyer wants to buy, Realtors want the transaction to go through, and Mortgage brokers want to be paid an also make a smart investment. That all being said, I believe that Michael Pilipczuk's goal as a Home Inspector is to provide an honest assessment so that all parties involved can make an informed decision. For that, I am grateful. They were quick to send a preliminary and final report, communicative, and great to work with. The only thing they were "slow" about was sending a bill...I got the feeling they truly love the work they do and value quality of their services over profit. If you're looking to buy a home, I would highly recommend this company.

I called Tom because my system stopped working and the original installer was out of business. He…read morewas very accommodating and replaced my fan all within a week. He was very informative and helpful. I highly recommend him. Thank you Tom

Nothing is more frustrating than a no-show contractor. After scheduling a meeting at my house with…read moreTom, I took an entire morning from work...and waited...and waited. Not only did Tom stand me up, but he also neglected to call, or even to apologize. Very unprofessional. Very rude. I'm therefore giving my business to a competitor, and I suggest you who are in search of a radon contractor do the same.

Absolutely Outstanding - Worth Every Penny!…read more I cannot say enough wonderful things about this home inspection company! From start to finish, they went above and beyond my expectations. Their professionalism, attention to detail, knowledge, and genuine dedication to protecting their clients are truly exceptional. Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you will ever make, and having an inspector who genuinely cares about your investment makes all the difference. They were incredibly thorough, took the time to explain their findings, and made sure nothing was overlooked. They didn't just do the bare minimum or rush through the inspection. They truly went the extra mile. What impressed me most was their honesty, integrity, and commitment to doing the job right. It's rare these days to find a company that takes such pride in its work and genuinely puts its clients first. They are worth every single penny, and then some! The peace of mind and knowledge they provide are absolutely priceless. I can confidently say that I will NEVER purchase another home without having this company perform the inspection. They have earned my trust and my business for life. If you're buying a home, do yourself a favor and hire them. You won't regret it! I cannot recommend them highly enough. Five stars simply aren't enough! Thank you Stephen & Matt

I am a real estate broker who has consistently gotten great feedback from my clients for the work…read moredone by Stephen Kman of Essential Home Inspections. I also had him inspect my house. Here's what he does right, every time: 1. He's thorough. He takes his time, he looks carefully. And he'll tell you frankly what he can't see clearly and so can't assess. 2. He isn't an alarmist. Particularly if you're buying an old house, you know there will be issues. He will show you what they might be (or what they are) but he puts them in perspective. Some of them are to be expected with older homes. Some are worrisome. Some are a red light. He doesn't treat all of them like an emergency, and explains what he thinks. And he suggests what your next step should be. 3. He doesn't pretend to be an expert in everything. Nothing is more frustrating than an inspector who makes sweeping statements that later prove to be dead wrong, simply because they should have directed a buyer toward a specialist. Stephen has always been careful to tell clients that he can target an issue, but their next step is to talk to an expert, whether it's a plumber, an electrician, a roofer, or a septic company. 4. He doesn't take days to get you the report. In fact, thanks to his computer program, he'll have your report the same day. I have seen a lot of inspectors. I've seen people who only do one or two of these things, and some of them do none. I can (and do) strongly recommend Stephen Kman of Essential Home Inspections to any clients in Delware, Otsego, Chenango and Broome County.

Nate Durant did an excellent job of installing a radon mitigation system in our home. The job was…read morecomplete in about 4 hours. Nate was professional and friendly. He left the area all clean and tidy. Would highly recommend.

We've used Brightside Home Inspectors twice now--once when buying our home and again recently while…read morepreparing to sell--and I can't recommend them highly enough. The first time, Scott found several critical issues that saved us thousands and helped us make an informed decision. That level of thoroughness and honesty really stuck with us. So when it came time to sell, we called him again to inspect our home ahead of listing. He did a fantastic job identifying anything that might come up for buyers, which gave us peace of mind and allowed us to be transparent in our disclosures. It was a huge relief knowing we were going into the process with nothing to hide. Professional, detail-oriented, prompt, and communicative--exactly what you want in a home inspector. We wouldn't trust anyone else!

Super detailed and down-to-earth! We had Scott from Brightside Home Inspections check out an older…read morehome we're buying, and he went above and beyond to make sure we understood every detail. He was super patient with all our questions, explained things in plain language, and really seemed to know his stuff--especially with the quirks of older homes. Scott also made sure we didn't feel pressured to fix every little thing, just helped us focus on the big stuff. Highly recommend Brightside if you want someone thorough and easy to work with. Thanks, Scott!