At our realtor's recommendation, we scheduled 1st Rate Inspections to conduct an inspection of a…read morenewly built home on a Saturday morning in Liberty County. Dean arrived early; worked efficiently and attentively. It's easy for people to think; new build, what could possibly be found? He found several items requiring correction. After completing the inspection he walked us through his findings which were not only described in detail in writing but photographed as well; aerial photos of the roof too. Later that afternoon, 1st Rate completed the report, shared it with us and our realtor through an online portal (easily downloaded and shareable). Our realtor was able to submit our requests to the builder that day. Based upon their punctuality, professionalism, and attention to detail, we would not hesitate to use their services again. We'd also eagerly recommend them to others. We found their pricing to be fair, the staff friendly, and professional, and their service to be 1st Rate!

I am extremely disappointed with the termite inspection we received. We specifically paid extra for…read morea termite inspection because the home is older and surrounded by many trees. Our whole reason for paying for this additional service was to make sure there were no unexpected surprises before purchasing the home. Unfortunately, after moving in and beginning to paint and remove wallpaper, we discovered that the dining room had a significant termite infestation. We are now facing over $4,000 in unexpected costs. When we contacted the company, we were simply told that the termites were "not visible" during the inspection. I understand that some damage can be hidden behind walls or wallpaper, but that is exactly why we paid extra for a professional termite inspection. I would expect a company specializing in termite inspections to have the proper knowledge, tools, or methods to identify signs that an average homeowner may not be able to see. If the inspection is only based on what is visibly noticeable to the naked eye, I do not understand what I paid extra for. Based on my experience, I would highly recommend using another company that can provide a more thorough termite inspection, especially when purchasing an older home. This was exactly the type of costly surprise we were trying to avoid by paying for the additional inspection.

had mold in a photo they took in their report. Did not point out the mold. Did not recommend a mold…read moreexpert. tried to call them to fix their error. They refused. Not a trustworthy company. Go with someone else.

Very thorough! Not only did the inspector came on time but he came early ! He started on the…read moreoutside before we even pulled up to the house. He was very detailed and explained everything to us. Definitely would book with them when inspecting a house . Also the online booking was super easy to use, and the price couldn't be beat!

Eric, simply put, is thorough. If you don't want surprises…read moreafter you purchase your home, have him inspect it first. Not only did he give a detailed report (most workmen we contacted to do the repairs gave the report high praise for catching even the smallest details.) but he spent the time to go over the report to help us understand what could be evaluated and what could not etc. His report, including photographs, then summarizes and alerts to how urgent the work is. Ethical, professional, courteous and knowledgable.

This company did a home inspection during the last hurricane. The inspection was thorough. So…read morethorough that my brother in law who has bought and sold dozens of property said he never saw such a thorough report. He was accommodating with the flooding when we needed a quick reschedule. Definitely use this company.

We were extremely happy with Tyler's home inspection service. He was not only super professional…read morebut also incredibly thorough throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain anything that wasn't up to par and made sure to answer every single one of our billion questions with patience and clarity. It was evident that he genuinely cares about his work and helping his clients understand the condition of the home. We are very happy we got a third party inspector and feel that we got a quality inspection at a fair price. Highly recommend this company to anyone in need of a reliable and knowledgeable home inspector!

I called and had Scott complete the inspection for a home that we recently purchased. He was so…read moredetailed and his findings saved me thousands in the long run. If you are looking for a great company to work with that is very communicative from start to finish you can't go wrong.

Got my inspection last notice and he DELIVERED Soo glad I went with them found everything wrong…read morewith my brand new home! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!!

Highly recommend this company for your Home Inspection…read more Great customer service, and easy to read Home Inspection Report. Booking was easy, and accommodating for a Saturday appointment. Easy to use portal to sign off on the terms and conditions, and making your payment online. You receive a date and time confirmation in your e-mail, and on the day of inspection communication was great for the meeting time to go over the details. We received our report afterwards in record time!

If you are looking at this, you've most likely now put in an offer for 'your' future home and are…read moreexcited yet cautious if you've made the right decision. What if this house has problems and to what extent is it bad is a question that is dogging your mind. Well, you are right. It is an important question and decision and you need to know be rest assured that the investment you intend to make is not a toxic asset. If that is the case, then Edward from Professional Engineering Inspections is the right person you need. He is a rare breed of thorough engineers who is meticulous, diligent, professional, punctual, and honest. We recently experienced his services firsthand less than a week ago when we put an offer for a house. We called up the number of the web page and a very professional and amicable Nancy answered our call for services. She scheduled Edward for our inspection on the first available slot. He accepted to do our inspection, set a date/time and was present on the property 10 min in advance. He came equipped with the tools of his trade and went right to work. During the inspection, he would stop occasionally when he found something that thought was a major concern and explain the issue to you. And with the home he inspected for us, we tailed him to learn the issues and discovered that there were many. He evaluated the property for structural, mechanical, and electrical issues. He also visually identified some areas of plumbing that were obvious or apparent. After a 3.5-hour inspection duration indoors, he proceeds to evaluate the exterior - roof, yard, garage, foundation, and more for the next hour. At the end of what was nearly a 4.5 to 5 h inspection period, he diligently explained to us what his findings were. He classified them accordingly as those that needed immediate attention and some that will likely need our attention in the coming 6 months to a year. He promised us a fully detailed report within 48-72 hours (or 24 business hours), and he delivered it promptly. The report included, where possible, cost of what it would cost to repair/replace some items. When we requested for additional details and opinion, he even took further time to explain the findings and give what he thought we ought to watch for. He even went out of the way to find a possible repair option for some of the items. In the end based on his report we found out what the purchase would have set us back by and enabled us to decide if the property was worth considering further. Yes, you will find details in the report that will scream out an alarm in some places, and others that will be a whiny whimper. But at the end of the day, you would have learnt a heck of a lot more about the property that you intended to know. As a bonus, Edward' dry and witty humor will eerily clam you down even when looking at the frightening report he may provide. In summary, if you are looking for an inspector and inspection to be informed honestly of the consequences and state of a property, seek out Edward's help. He may just save you from buying a toxic asset. Based on his evaluation of the property he evaluated for us, we modified our offer significantly which the seller declined to accept subsequently. We just saved ourselves from a disappointing purchase that would have likely bled our savings in the years to come. However, if you are seeking to get an inspection to satisfy your whim and get an OK for a purchase solely for the sake of getting an OK....do not choose him. For those, who think he is an expensive inspector, yes you are right. He is expensive. But you need to decide if this is an expense or an investment. If his inspection saves you from wasting your savings, its worth every penny. Will I utilize his services again for the next property I look at while in the Houston area? The answer is a resounding YES. Would I recommend him to anyone looking for an inspection while purchasing their own property? Absolutely.

If you are looking for an honest and thorough inspection company, you can count of Ed of…read moreProfessional Engineering Inspections. In 2009, my wife and I decided to be our own contractors on our dream-home. It was no easy task, and a major complication was obtaining all the necessary inspections for our home warranty. Unfortunately we were unable to use Ed for these inspections, but in the end, PEI was a huge help in ciphering the inspection reports and helped us get our warranty. One evening, Ed even took time out of his evening to talk me through many of our issues and we never saw an invoice for his service. Ed is accommodating and will do what it takes to help his customers. He furthermore inspects homes at a much higher standard than most residential inspectors, and finds things most overlook. You will not be disappointed with PEI and I highly recommend them!

Good job inspecting a job for fast & easy moving company. Couldnt have gone smoother.read more

We were exceptionally pleased with the home inspection Billy Tucker provided. He was very…read morethorough, careful, professional, and offered expert insights throughout the entire process. We will absolutely call on Billy for any future home inspection needs. We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a thorough, expert home inspection!

Chris inspected a home I made on offer on. He was very thorough with his process and with all of…read morethe photos he included. Chris was professional, friendly and thoughtful - not only to me but with the home owner's property as well. His price for this home inspection was very reasonable, too. I highly recommend Chris!

I arrived at the new house and immediately Ronnie and Dennis introduced themselves explaining the…read moreprocess and what they were looking for. Upon completion they backed briefed us of their findings. They were very professional and informative.