My real estate attorney highly recommended Mike Lamb of Inspection Connection, Inc. as I was purchasing a "fixer-upper" that I knew had some issues. Mike met me at the property and performed a 4-hour inspection that far exceeded my expectations. He pointed out numerous issues with the home and rendered advice as to what to prioritize when proceeding with my planned renovations. His thoroughness (and unquestioned knowledge) really impressed me. He began with an inspection of the entire exterior of the home including the roof then proceeded to examine each room of the house, crawling up into the attic (where I accompanied him), exploring the crawlspace for foundation issues, critically assessing the furnace, A/C and hot water heater, making excellent and important observations throughout. He would explain potential (and existing) problems as well as to point out other matters that were not as serious as I had thought. He was completely candid. He was exceptionally thorough. And, he is very, very competent. His inspection report led to a $13,000 credit negotiated with the reluctant Seller who had previously insisted that the original contract price was "As Is" with no further reductions. I consider myself very fortunate to have had Mike Lamb recommended to me. He saved me from taking a significant loss on the property. I will be closing next week and look forward to the renovation with a more confident and optimistic attitude about the end result. A word of caution to all Buyers. Do NOT accept your real estate agent's recommendation for a home inspector. Their goal is to ensure the deal is closed (sold). Hire your own Home Inspector! Your two best friends in a real estate purchase are a competent real estate attorney and a very good home inspector. Because of Mike Lamb's competence and independence, I was able to learn this valuable lesson without taking a financial "bath". Thank you, Mike, for a job very well done. read more

This is my first Yelp review. Mike Lamb (owner of Inspection Connection) has done such superb work when I've hired him, it's caused me to finally write a Yelp review. Mike Lamb was strongly recommended to me by an attorney friend of mine years ago when I purchased my first home. Mike's expertise and input had apparently helped my friend's mother avoid buying a home that had many issues. I have personally hired Mike to inspect several homes for me, including the last two homes my family and I purchased (most recent home was purchased in March of 2018). I'm in the real estate industry myself and know that home inspectors can vary greatly in their knowledge, with some having mostly just classroom and limited real world/field knowledge. Mike is a pro, with a background in rehab and having been in the construction field himself for years, his knowledge is obvious as you walk through a property with him. He has always been patient and answered any questions I've had as we walk through properties. He doesn't rush through an inspection like some, you can count on a thorough job from him. The man clearly takes pride in providing a good service to his customers. His inspection fees are competitive. The actual inspection report provided to the customer is not full of tons of fluff like some I've seen, they are rather concise and highlight the main points with good explanations on issues where needed. They are straight forward and easy to understand. I have recommended Mike to all my friends and will continue to do so in the future. read more

I recently purchased a duplex condo and was referred to Mike Lamb by my attorney. Simply put, he is amazing. This was my first time purchasing a home and Mike was punctual, meticulous, and highly knowledgeable. Despite this being an inspection for only 1 unit, Mike went above and beyond by providing a report that detailed issues with the entire building structure and common areas! He removed the breaker box and found evidence of a small electrical fire in the past from an overloaded breaker, revealed a substrate problem behind tiled walls in a bathroom, was able to identify concerns with outdated appliances, along with a handful of other issues. Beyond simply saying that the AC unit was near the end of its life, I learned that the coolant that it uses will become illegal to manufacture in the next 2 years making it increadibly expensive to operate even if it were to last longer than expected. I was particularly impressed with his attention to detail in searching for evidence of seepage and potential areas that could lead to seepage down the rode. Maybe even more important than all of this, he is honest. When noting prevailing microcracks in the limestone facade of the building, he stated that it would be best to rely on the advice of a professional who deals with turn of the century limestone rather than offer a repair figure himself. Mike was a big money saver for me, his report led to a concession that far exceeded his price. If you want a tough and thorough inspection, then Mike is definitely the guy you want. read more

We recently used Mike Lamb to inspect a home that we just purchased. He is extremely professional and a true expert in the field. It was very clear from the get go that Mike was looking out for my best interests. He spotted several things that needed to be fixed, which led to some credit from sellers at closing. To say Mike is thorough is an understatement. He was on the roof, in the attic, crawling through the crawl space, everywhere. The other thing I truly appreciated was there was no black box or secrets of his trade ... he explained everything he was doing, what he was looking for and why he was looking for it. For the problems that he did find, he also gave advice as to what should be done to fix it ... what jobs needed professionals, what can be done if you are somewhat handy, etc... Finally, he generates a report (in our case it was the next day or two) with full details of the entire inspection ... including photos he took. Very useful when negotiating with the sellers. I would recommend him 100%. read more

My wife and I hired Mike for inspections of two very different houses: one that looked to be move-in ready and one with obvious needs. Mike proved his worth on both ends of that spectrum, giving us clear insights into each. Communication is a strength of Mike's, from patient explanations for all our questions to deep dive testing with his equipment, from candid assessments as we walked through the houses to polished and cogent reports replete with demonstrative photographs. Throughout our engagement, Mike was professional in every respect. Punctual, polite, and conscientious, Mike's experience and expertise are unmatched. Over the years, I've read inspection reports of three different inspectors. Mike's work towered over two of them and was better than the other. Guidance from Mike not only informed our purchase decisions but will serve us for decades in responsible ownership, giving our home proper care. read more

Yep. Mike's a great home inspector who I rate highly. I knew my uncle and his wife bought a home, and I needed a recommendation when I was ready. My uncle, with no hesitation, recommended Mike and provided me a copy of their thorough inspection report. Impressed, I called Mike, and he responded right away. He visited the property prior to know what kind of estimate to give us as quickly as possible. We had multiple estimates of course, but despite being reasonably priced, it was Mike's knowledge and disposition that he was the REAL deal that sold us - along with my uncle's glowing recommendation. Bottom line ... there wasn't an area that I'm aware of that was overlooked. We saw him crawl in the smallest and tallest of places. When it was done, his report was timely as promised and helped us get in excess of $15k reduced from the asking price. Go with Mike! read more

Mike inspected a home that I eventually ended up purchasing. He was very thorough, spending about 2 hours inspecting a relatively small (~1200sqft) home. He inspected the roof, attic, furnace/AC, etc. He made note of both age and condition of the major items. He also provided a ballpark plumbing repair estimate (that aligned with other estimates from plumbing contractors) on the spot that I was able to use to get a concession from the seller. He remained focused on the task and ensured that I understood everything he was going over. He was personable and professional (and tactfully deflected the comments from the annoying listing agent who accompanied us). His report writeup was prompt and summarized the items that were discussed during the inspection. read more

A+++ again! My previous review in 2013 still stands today after having Mike Lamb inspect another home for us! We ended up purchasing a 100+ year old home in the city which needs a lot of work. Mike thoroughly inspected the house to give us the confidence to move forward with the deal knowing that there were no major issues with the house. Mike gives a thorough written explanation with pictures of anything of significance he encounters in the home which is sent to you very quickly following the inspection. He also can give advice based on the findings and answer any questions you may have about the house. Very professional and courteous. Highly recommended. As I said in my previous review, I would not go with anyone else for home inspection! read more

Mike Lamb was my Inspector for a Property I was interested in at the time of buying. My Realtor and I had visited the Home days prior and it appeared to look ok. It wasn't until Mike came on the scene when the hidden issues were soon discovered. Mike was Very Thorough in his Inspection, Moving, Peeling and Climbing on top of the Roof and taking pictures to show concerns. Mike literally saved me a crap load of future bills and I decided at that moment to walk away from the deal. Because of his knowledge, I wanted to use him again for the next property. Unfortunately, when I was ready to find another, Mike wasn't available the second time around. I was a tad bit disappointed, but I understood. I took it as him obviously being a Person in demand. read more

I've been working with Mike since 2014. My buyer found him on Yelp. Mike saved that buyer from buying the "Money Pit" because he was diligent and thorough. My real estate clients have used Mike since then. He is the most professional inspector that I have seen. As a REALTOR, I see many inspectors and NOBODY compares to Mike. My clients walk away from their interaction with him both informed and reassured. He is NOT an alarmist and easily explains all aspects of his findings to the clients in a relatable manner. He's the guy that has inspected my own home and will be the one inspecting the homes of my family members. I think that says it best. There are a good deal of choices out there but MIKE LAMB IS #1! read more

Mike inspected the 1300 square foot home that I purchased. He was very thorough, spending about 3 + hours. He took photos and explained everything to me then followed up with a report. The report included the photos that had both the age and condition of the major items along with an estimate costs for any repairs. His report came promptly and was well done. The estimates were not right-on, but fairly close. I was comfortable throughout the process with him. He spoke very clearly and was focused on the task yet also to time to make sure I understood everything he was going over. I enjoyed learning about my house and my new responsibilities from Mike who was personable and professional though out the process. read more

Mike worked with us on two houses - the first one we didn't buy due to what was found during the inspection. He is very thorough and has cool tools to help him perform his inspections. He is extremely knowledgeable and helped us learn so much - we were first time homebuyers and knew nothing. Mike answered every question we had and gives recommendations on what repairs may cost, whether or not it's a DIY project, or what type of specialist to contact for more information. Mike was recommended to me by both a cousin and an uncle who used his services when buying their own homes and now I will be recommending him to anyone I know who is purchasing. read more

We were recommended to Mike through a family friend, also our attorney, who said that Mike was "the only one we should use." He was extremely professional when he was talking different things that we should watch out for with the house, and gave us some recommendations of ways to fix the issue. Because of the in depth walk through and detailed report he gave us, we were able to get some concessions from the sellers and now have a great list of things we can work toward improving for the house. We trusted his expertise and couldn't be happier with the service that was provided. We would definitely recommend him to any of our family and friends! read more

I used Mike 7 (yes, 7!!!) times and he consistently provided me with the best service i could have hoped for. Mike is quick in responding to any calls or emails, he is extremely informative and thorough both throughout the inspection process as well as in his reports, and very patient answering any questions you may have in a way that anyone could understand. I felt confident after every inspection, that with the information i received from Mike, i could make the right decision about the property. Mike is very knowledgeable, professional and personable, and I always received the full report within 24 hours. Can't recommend Mike enough! read more

Inspection Connection's, Mike Lamb, is professional, thorough, and I highly recommend him. Not only do you receive a great inspection, but you get a understanding of all the problems that arise, what is causing them, how to fix them, and an estimated cost to repair the problem. He is very accommodating when it comes to scheduling and has a very quick turn around with his report. The report is detailed, explaining everything that was discussed during the walk though, and is followed by pictures of the specific situations. He is respectful, polite, and will give you his honest opinion. I highly recommend using his services. read more

I enjoyed working with Mike. He was incredibly thorough. He took almost 3.5 hours to inspect the house we were buying. None of that time was wasted time. Amazing. He took me through everything, explaining what was iffy, what was bad, and what was good. Mike explained things carefully and clearly. He made sure that I was actually a part of the inspection. Previous inspectors (who weren't bad) just did their job and gave us a report. Mike demystified the whole process. We got a very detailed report the next day which included what we'd discussed. I highly recommend him for anyone who wants an inspector. Thanks Mike! read more

Mike came highly recommended from a friend. After seeing the thorough report which was provided during his inspection, I decided to give Mike a call. I was not disappointed! The first thing you realize is how knowledgeable Mike is in all areas of a home. He would not only point out flaws, but provide an idea of what caused them. He also gave advice on how I could fix the issues myself, or how much it would cost to have them remediated. His final report was received the same day, and was just as thorough as his inspection. As my friend did for me, I would highly recommend Mike to anyone looking for a home inspector. read more

Mike did two inspections for me before I bought my first property. During the first inspection, we found out that the realtor representing the condo lied about the age of the roof and the flooding situation. I am so thankful Mike actually cares because if he didn't, we may have been stuck with that property. Later, he inspected another for us and we are now happily buying it. He provides pictures and detailed descriptions with prices of costs to fix problems. It helped me get money off of our closing. He is very professional and I am going to recommend him to all my friends and family buying properties in the area. read more

Nothing less than what I expected, Mike came out, on time, courteous and thorough. He was at our home for a few hours, making himself available to answer any questions during the inspection. He inspected the major areas as expected, the electrical, the attic, the plumbing, the boiler, the roof, getting to the nuts and bolts and even the nooks and crannies inside and out. At the end, I received a detailed report with photos and he has always made himself available to discuss the report and even questions that came up done the road. Mike is definitely my go to for home inspection, even 22 years later. Thanks Mike! read more