Joe was excellent; patient, knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend A-1 Home Inspections to anyone. Joe was on time for the inspection, thorough in his process and had the final inspection report typed and delivered to my inbox within 36 hours of finishing the inspection. From roof to foundation Joe did an outstanding job. A+ J Joel Wean Verified Client read more

I scheduled the inspection seeing the amazing reviews on yelp. However, I was very much disappointed. We had great difficulty getting the inspection scheduled. The person could not schedule the inspection unless the call came from the sales agent. Apparently thats the only way "her computer lets her schedule" The inspection itself was not adequate. The inspector Dave seemed to speed through the inspection. We noticed one leak in the ejector pipe but failed to mention that in his report. Attention to detail and quality of service that you would expect from an inspection company is simply not there. This was a complete waste of my money. read more

Our inspection was a great experience, and that's not to say that everything in the house is right. Aaron was extremely thorough and answered our questions and provided recommendations on what when and how. I highly recommend this company! read more

[899] 4/1/2019 We used Real Estate Inspections for a new multiunit property we are buying. We used them for the basic inspection, radon and termite inspection. The price was very fair and reviews were great so going with REI was an easy choice. Bill showed up as expected. He did a very through job inspecting the property and had excellent notes and pictures. My husband and I were very impressed with his professionalism. The report was well prepared and complete. All our questions were answered with explanations of what was being done. It was greatly appreciated. This made a difficult process manageable knowing we was working with a professional. I'm glad we went with Real Estate Inspections and would DEFINITELY use them again. read more

Thank you John for your professionalism. You have performed an outstanding job, thorough with the home inspection, able to help us with the decision to purchase our first home. Thank you for everything. Shout out to the rest of the team!!! read more

Everyone I worked with here was very helpful and responsive. From the beginning, the office manager Karen was very friendly and thorough in explaining everything, and she was also great about following up with me to see where things were at. We were in a special situation with inspections, and she was very understanding of it. The inspector John was also very good - he found a lot of things that we hadn't noticed while looking at the house ourselves, and was very knowledgeable. He gave a lot of good advice about things that needed to be fixed, and was very thorough about checking everything. The report was very extensive and informative. Unfortunately, he didn't have a big enough ladder to get on the roof, but his drone took some pretty great pictures! They also offer some good discounts, including one for learning about them online! read more

"We really don't think it is fair for you to leave a review for a company who you did not hire and who actually did a great job for their client. We would ask you to reconsider leaving a negative review for us." This is a strange comment Pete. Your services were a part of selling my home whether your company is hired by the buyer or the seller. Yes, I am the seller and I still would beware of this company. You stated "I was upset the buyer backed out" of course I would be upset. Especially, since they lost a well maintained home. I would have backed out after seeing this report too. But my main reason for being upset was having to pay contractors to come back to my home to tell me that what the report said was incorrect. I did not write a review to argue or be nasty. Just to be fair and help another buyer or seller along the way. I'm sorry this does not reflect well on your company. read more

Frank Castiglione was our home inspector. He was extremely thorough and saved us from what turned out to be a bad real estate transaction.

Do NOT use this company. There are other inspectors you can use. I only used them because my realtor directed me to them. I hope she stops recommending them to her clients. They conducted a water test for us as part of our home inspection. Their result (from a home built in 1992 with a well) showed a lead content at nearly 8x the federal action limit. Naturally we were concerned to buy a house with such high lead levels in the water. The sellers have lived there for years and were equally alarmed. We had to hire a company specializing in water treatment and wells to try to find the source of the lead problem. The sellers did the same with a different company. Two companies specializing in water returned the same results and determined that the inspection test was WRONG. They inspected the well and all plumbing. They drew samples on two different days and their labs returned identical results. REI refused to give us a refund on their incorrect test that caused both us and the sellers additional expense and claimed the other two companies were wrong. Their inspector also reported that the seals on the toilets were inadequate and the toilets wobbled. The sellers hired a plumber to fix those problems, but the plumber reported that no such problems existed. Use someone else. read more

A few weeks after moving into our home, we discovered MULTIPLE issues that should have been addressed during the initial inspection. Window latches that did not lock, broken outlets, exposed wiring, leaks in the basement and the roof that were all overlooked. We were pleased with what we thought he had inspected, but found out too late that he missed some serious issues. read more

Frank my inspector was amazing. He wasn't just a man walking around with an iPad & a flash light, he was a knowledgeable professional man. He was very friendly & most importantly made my decision easier than I thought by being so detailed with the report. Frank is an asset to the company. read more

Overall a really great experience with Real Estate inspections. We had two inspections and had Frank both times and he was very detailed and willing to answer any questions that we had. Highly recommend read more

Inspection went very smoothly. Inspector was polite, on time and was very willing to explain concepts to me that I otherwise may have misunderstood. His candor and the detailed report were appreciated. Highly recommend! read more

Scheduling Appointment: With the two home inspectors who I used in the past not being available, I came across Real Estate Inspection after spending some quality time with Google. I first spoke to the company president, Woody Watkins. Since I wanted to make sure I hired a good home inspector, I drilled Woody with questions and he was extremely patient and thorough in answering all my questions. He quoted me with a significantly lower price than four other quotes that I got, including the two inspectors who I used in the past. Woody helped alleviate my concerns that the low price would be reflected in the quality of work. Inspection Day: When my wife and I arrived at the home we were purchasing, the inspector assigned to my appointment, Pete Ciliberto, was already there and had already completed inspecting the roof. He caught us up to speed on what he had found and invited us to follow him around for the remainder of the exterior inspection. Despite the rain, he took his time to check every little thing. Once inside, he set up his electronic radon detection tool and explained how it worked. He spent over an hour inspecting the basement alone, explaining that he spends a lot of time in the basement since many problems can start in the foundation of the home. He used two really cool tools, an electronic gas detector and a thermal imaging tool, to check for gas and water leaks. His gas detector pinpointed the exact location of a significant gas leak within minutes. He even let us have some fun with the thermal imaging tool when my wife and I were curious what our face prints would look like on the wall. Throughout the remainder of the inspection, he took his time to inspect everything, took a lot of pictures, and provided us with a lot of helpful information. Report: I'm not sure what's more impressive... the fact that we got our report less than 24 hours after our inspection, or the quality of the report itself. The first part had a section that detailed what items required immediate action, along with another section with recommended action items. Pictures were provided throughout the document, along with explanations of the issues, how the issues should be fixed, and estimated cost of repair. Five Stars: Woody, Pete, and their new coordinator Andy, were also all quick to respond to my emails and phone calls. All three were very professional. Their service also included an environmental report and an appliance recall report. We used them for our radon, termite, and home inspection, as well as our re-inspection. Out of the three inspectors I have used, Real Estate Inspections is, by far, the best one. I have already passed on their information to two other friends searching for homes. They will be the only company I recommend to family and friends going forward. read more

This is an updated review. The company replyed to me by saying that they disagree with my complains. They have my address, phone number, e-mail etc. Why not spend 15 min to verify it? I suspect that they only care about reviews and not about fixing problems. read more

To keep it simple, I wish I could give more then a 5 Star rating. John our inspector was not only thorough, he explained every step of wht he was looking at. The only way I would not use the again, is if the home we were looking at was not in their area. read more

Bill was prompt, spent 3+ hrs at the property and put together a fantastic report which helped tremendously in negotiating with the seller and also in giving me a roadmap for things I need to maintain as a new homeowner. I was very pleased with the communication, level of service, and ultimately the end product. read more

I couldn't have been any happier with my experience working with this company. They impressed me from the initial call to set up my appointment through receiving my final inspection results/report (which was delivered the same day as the inspection!). Everyone I worked with was friendly, helpful, and delivered excellent service in a timely manner. The inspection was very thorough, the inspector (Dave W.) was on time and very friendly, and the report was put together very well. My realtor was even impressed with this company and said he may suggest them to all future clients. A+ read more

As a first time home buyer, Woody made the process seamless. He walked us through everything we could have needed to know and more. He explained the process of the inspection, what we should and shouldn't be on the look out for, what they would be looking for and gave us a plethora of advice that has served us well. Woody was also very available when we needed him, was extremely professional and quick to respond. David became our inspector. He was extremely nice and through. He walked us through the house, pointed out everything that he saw and also provided us with great advice. He found everything, things we had missed ourselves and provided us with our options. His report was superb, very detailed and complete. He was also very responsive throughout the process and has provided us with assistance even post-inspection. We had a great and pain free time with Real Estate inspection and highly recommend them if you are looking for a home inspection company! read more

The inspector was very thorough and professional. We were able to schedule the appointment very quickly. Their prices couldn't be beat! I'd certainly recommend Real Estate Inspections to anyone looking for a home inspection. read more

We used Real Estate Inspections for our new single family home we are buying this summer. Gerry was spectacular. He was thorough, honest, positive and made it so we could understand everything he was finding. He was early to the appointment, knowledgeable, professional and had a great personality. We were very impressed with their findings and the report that was sent to us only two days later. We would definitely use this company in the future! Thanks, Gerry!! read more

We used Real Estate Inspections to inspect the stucco on our 26 year old home. Everyone we worked with was friendly, professional, and responsive. Both the inspection and the follow-up report were very thorough. read more

I had Flynn for my home inspection. As a busy professional, I don't normally have time for review. However, I feel the need to make an exception for Flynn. In addition, it would help other home buyers to find the best in the area. There are a couple reasons that I want to do it for Flynn. First, it is his attention to detail. Home inspection by its nature calls for this quality. Flynn is exemplary on this aspect. He went above and beyond for the inspection for me, even my realtor with more than 20 years experiences was surprised by his attention to details. Second, Flynn is outstanding in communicating beyond a standard report. In my experience, he patiently explained to us each repair needed, recommended, the reason for it and best practices. In that sense, I feel that I did not only get Flynn's inspection but also a collection of knowledge that is tailored for the property I intended to buy. It is something well worth the investment. read more

We had a recent home inspection done by Frank Castiglione, and we were very impressed by his professionalism and attention to detail. He took his time, and answered all of our questions during the inspection. We were under some time pressure to get the results asap, and Frank sent the report out to us with no delay. In the end, the seller did agree to repair some major issues revealed by the inspection, so we did not purchase the home. We feel that the inspection was well worth the cost. Overall, this company was very easy to work with throughout the entire process. read more

We had Eric R. as our inspector. He was very thorough during the inspection and took the time to explain everything and answer any questions that we had. He followed up after the inspection and provided a very detailed report. My husband and I were so pleased working with REI. We will definitely recommend to friends! read more

This review is long overdue. These folks are great. From the front office to the inspector to the extras included. Also, the price beat out all of the competition. Flynn was our inspector. He was conscientious and thorough. Flynn walked me through each aspect of the inspection. He also made recommendations that were very helpful in eventually getting through the VA appraisal process. read more

Awesome work. Aaron was great and was very informative. Would recommend to all friends and families.

Grizz was fantastic during our home inspection! He was very thorough and explained everything to us in such great detail. The inspection report was very detailed with pictures and suggestions on how to remediate all issues. We will definitely be recommending this company to any home buyer needing an inspection! read more

We obtained estimates from several inspectors when we were buying our house. Real Estate Inspections was, by far, the most knowledgeable and professional. All questions were answered quickly and promptly and they explained things that others didn't such as why they only offer one type of water test (the other test that can be done doesn't test for a certain type of lead). I requested the estimate on a Sunday via their website and had a call from the company within an hour. They were great during the inspection and offered a very objective view of the property, catching things we would not known to have looked for, but that were critical (such as the stove not being bolted to the floor). And they offered ranges of what it would cost to fix the items they found. Their rates were very reasonable in comparison to other companies which was an added bonus. Recommend without a doubt. read more

I love this company. There very friendly easy to talk to and very accurate during the home inspection.there was a lot I didn't know about..but I was definitely pleased with the home inspection report. It helped me make a good decision...you can't go wrong with this company read more

I just had my second home inspection with Frank and if I ever try to buy another house I will definitely call him for a third one. I found a home that needed a bit of work and Frank took the time and care to walk me through all the repairs and answered every question i had. The roof needed a +30 foot ladder to access and he was ready with a drone to ensure every corner of the house was inspected. The owner had blocked access to the sewer line that was supposed to be inspected and Frank went out of his way to come back on a Sunday (they aren't open on sundays) when we were able to get access, in order to complete the inspection. He really went above and beyond what was expected from a typical home inspection. read more

Both myself and my fiance had a great experience with Frank. He was extremely knowledgeable and very easy to work with. He answered all of our questions, even the small ones. As a first time home buyer this whole process is very new and at times scary, this will be the first time we have a well and a septic tank. So yes absolutely, I would recommend. read more

Excellent Stucco inspection Also did the inspection of the repair work that needed to be done. John is GREAT

This review is long overdue. I had real estate inspections inspect a home purchase 2 years ago as a first time homebuyer. I was nervous but felt comfortable given their positive reviews. During the inspection process, the inspector seemed to be pretty knowledgeable and pointed out several things that were not according to code, but there were no major issues. He did point out a couple of wet spots on the walls and the carpet but said that they seemed to have been dried out for a while so it shouldn't be a problem. Fast forward to a few weeks after I bought the home, I ripped up the carpets and found that the baseboards of the entire house (basement, first floor, second floor) were completely stained by pet urine and it smelled terrible ( I have pictures if anyone wants to see). We didn't smell it during the inspection because the former owners sprayed so much air freshener that it masked the smell. I would think the inspector would have recognized that as a clue though if he was seasoned. The other thing was that there was a roof leak in the office room which started in the ceiling and made its way down to the baseboards...another item you would expect a house inspector would find. Lastly, and I almost forgot to mention, when the house inspector first walked in the house, he turned all the faucets and showers on to make sure there were no clogs or issues with drainage. Well he turned on the sinks in the master bathroom while he inspected the kitchen downstairs. When he walked back up to the master bathroom, the floors were flooded with about half an inch of water (one of the bathroom sinks was backed up). We called the owners to let them know and luckily they didn't have a problem with it. But you would think that a seasoned inspector would know to wait awhile after turning on the sinks to make sure it isn't clogged before walking away to inspect another room for 30 minutes. Overall, I had a very negative experience with this company and they weren't inexpensive either. They do have other positive reviews so maybe I just got one of their bad inspectors. read more

Excellent home inspection. Report was extremely thorough and easy to understand. Most problem areas were supported with pictures. I would definitely hire this company again. read more

Frank was fantastic. He was very thorough and we received the report very quickly. The appointment was even scheduled quickly. It was a great experience. 10/10 would recommend. read more

They were just awesome. Both the office coordinator and the inspector were friendly and really took the time to walk us through the process. My husband and I are first time home buyers and the inspector was very knowledgeable and thoroughly explained everything he was doing and also gave us facts and specifics of our house. He was very thorough and helped alleviate a lot of the fear of a first time buyer. read more

We had John inspect the stucco/exterior in Philly. John and his team were extremely knowledgeable, professional & courteous. Would recommend them for any home inspection. read more

We had a very positive experience with Real Estate Inspections. They were prompt and their customer service was excellent. They provided detailed documentation and were very accommodating in terms of scheduling. Our inspector, Pete, was very thorough and answered all of our questions. He was very knowledgeble and was certified in Radon which apparently is hard to come by. The owner, Woody, was very responsive and attentive to our needs. I highly recommend this company especially to those purchasing their first home! read more

I highly recommend Real Estate Inspections. The pre inspection process was simple and easy. I received 1 email that allowed me to pay and confirmed my appointment. The phone representative that set up my appointment was also polite and professional. Pete Ciliberto was our inspector and he was amazing. He was extremely thorough and explained everything. I thought since my home was new construction he would be "in and out". This was not the case! The inspection took close to 3 hours. That sounds like a long time but there was no wasted time at all. And did I say he was thorough? Yes! When buying a home this is exactly what you want and need. I learned so much about my home and he uncovered several items that needed attention. This was a 100% awesome experience. THANK YOU! read more