Very detailed inspection, ranging from significant problems that need to be negotiated with the…read moreseller, to what I should monitor and budget for in future. (Super-helpful!) I already knew a fair amount about repairs et al, and Josh was able to answer my questions in detail, so it was clear that he knew what he was talking about. He didn't go beyond what could be fairly asserted, but did ensure that I knew what I should look out for as possible problems in future. I noted their attention to detail - e.g. there were written checks in place to ensure that lights were off, the thermostat was reset, and the door locked behind us. Things like possibly missing or broken screens, lack of outlets in certain areas, a step that was too high were all noted. The cost was very fair and the results were high-quality. I felt that it gave us the information we needed to negotiate fairly with the sellers. Basically, I walked away with a manual that I will refer to in order to ensure that I am checking potential problems and budgeting for future repairs. I could most definitely see asking for a return inspection in a few years to ensure that I was taking care of this very expensive purchase properly! The one VERY picky thing that I would suggest is a table of contents in the writeup, as I wasn't aware that categories of significant findings and advice for future repairs and maintenance were listed at the end of the report.

Westlund inspected our potential purchase property. Incredibly thorough and informative regarding…read moreproblems. Quite Pleased. Highly recommend.

We had a great experience with First Choice Inspectors. Kim was timely, pleasant, and very…read morethorough. She explained any issues to my husband in detail and answered any questions we had. Would highly recommend Kim and would use her again in the future!

They reached out quickly, he was very professional. Answered all my questions…read more Was on time, and thoroughly.

We used Chicagoland home inspectors for our inspection and they were great. AJ was so thorough and…read moreaddressed all our concerns as first time buyers. He answered so many questions after and was extremely knowledgeable. His report was full of insights and really helped us make our decision. Highly recommend this company.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!…read more Our inspectors, Tim and Alex ,were great--on time, super thorough, and didn't mind at all when we tagged along asking a ton of questions. It was raining, so they even used a drone to check out the roof. We got a 124-page report the next day that was super detailed with clear pictures and arrows pointing right at whatever needed attention. The best part, though, was the video debrief with Charlie, the owner. He spent almost two hours walking us through everything, giving us his honest opinion on what was actually a big deal versus what was just code, plus realistic cost estimates and contractor recommendations. They went above and beyond. Seriously the best inspection experience I've had.

A to Z did a very thorough inspection on a house we were under contract to buy. He discovered…read moreseveral things that are quite costly to repair, and we decided not to buy the home. The price was very reasonable and he saved us from some big surprises. He's very punctual and professional. I would highly recommend.

Jason was super thorough, friendly, and patient! He answered all our questions about the house in…read moreaddition to looking through everything. His prices are very very reasonable.

Hmm, These previous two posts are not my expereince at all…read more George came recommended from my Realtor. He was very throrough, took time to teach me things about the mechcanics of the house I was making an offer on and was very in depth using tools to look at gas fittings, CO2 and other potential problems. He found a few things and was very upfront about how much longer they would last and the approx cost that it would take to replace. I don't know if George was the person who did the previous inspections but I found him to be pleasant and thoughtful, the inspection lasted 4:30 on a 1400 sq/ft. home. I guess your mileage may vary, but welcome to home ownership.... Replacing things is the new hobby.

DO NOT GO TO THIS MAN…read more He inspected our home before we bought it. He actually made a point of telling us that the toilet was one of the best he had seen and should last along time...... Flashforward to the first day we move in. The first time, it was flushed it started leaking. The leak was so bad it was not repairable. So we had to put in a new bathroom. Bought everything, got a builder. Everything all set? Nope. After the builder ripped up the floor today. We found out it had to be bleached and was so bad they wanted to leave it for over 24 hours to dry. Now, when you have a home inspection done, they are supposed to look for things like caulk around the toilet, right? You are overwhelmed with the buying process, and paying them to be your ears and eyes. Now it's two weeks before Christmas and I don't have a john. Also, $3,000 I didn't want to spend now Wow! The continuing saga.......Besides having to replace the entire bathroom due to the leaking and mold issues.....Pipes that were so blocked up we had to have it rodded to the street (cost us 1,700 on top of the 3,000 for replacing the bathroom) We NOW had to rod out a different part of the drains. Really, when I called his office to talk to whoever answered the phone. I was told that the inspector was told he is too rough on the toilets that he may pull up on them too much. OK, then STOP doing it. Do NOT go to this man!

Tyler was great. Pictures were clear, feedback was easy to read, and he was very thorough…read more Definitely hire Tyler for your next inspection.

Regret using All the Way Home Inspections, regret not being present during the inspection, and…read morebaffled that what is clearly mold stains and related moisture was not mentioned in the report despite it including pictures of what is clearly mold. The report only cited "water related moisture stains". It was very evident during walk-through, but my real estate attorney said we had no recourse outside of breaking contract since we had an inspection report with pictures of mold stains. Day after closing I had to call in a mold remediation service who will have to open up 2 large area of drywall to investigate source of water, remove infested drywall & studs, and repair the wall.

I had a wonderful inspection experience using Chicagoland and Home inspectors. I had a very…read moreinteresting buying experience, but they were able to help me make an informed decision on my new home. I chose to have a debrief with Charlie and got even more insight on the concerns during the inspection. Ultimately, it helped me make what I think was the right decision and moving forward with my Home purchase. I will definitely use them again in the future! Very glad my realtor suggested using this company!

We had a great experience with Chicagoland Home Inspector Inc., and specifically with inspector Tim…read moreHeise. Tim was incredibly thorough and took his time walking us through the home, pointing out potential issues and making sure we truly understood what we were seeing. He was especially helpful in explaining potential drainage concerns in a clear, easy-to-understand way, without making us feel rushed or overwhelmed. His patience and willingness to answer questions made the entire inspection feel collaborative and reassuring. We highly recommend Tim and his team to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and trustworthy home inspector.

Mark (owner) and his team and Domicile are amazing. They are professional and super easy to work…read morewith. Mark is very thorough. He even suggested a day after heavy rain to get the most accurate readings for his water intrusion report. High recommend him and his service!

While not doing free estimates is a perfectly fine business approach, being extremely condescending…read moreand bad mouthing all contractors who do doesn't sit right with me. I can't speak to their quality of work, nor would I want to after interacting with them.

The process of purchasing a new home is quite stressful. I contacted Illinois Property Inspections…read moreand spoke with the owner Jim Ross, yesterday whom I found initially through Angi's List. Mr. Ross offered to inspect my condo under consideration the next day at a reasonable price. He and his firm had good reviews on Google and he "appeared to be" a competent professional. While I cannot comment on his professional competency as an inspector, I can comment on his dubious level of professional communication, lack of courteousness, and poor follow-through as a service provider. After my initial telephone inquiry, I received a text back an hour or two later asking if I could let him know if I would like to schedule the inspection because he had "another one pending." I texted back immediately that I would like to go ahead and schedule the inspection. I never heard back from Jim again and had only a couple of days to complete the inspection to determine if I should finalize the condo purchase. The first red flag was that I never received any promised emails from Jim regarding his services. I called Jim at least 3 times and sent at least 3 texts to confirm our appointment. I became progressively more stressed after each call and text because of the short window of time I had to compete the inspection. This morning, I texted Jim and canceled the inspection, just to provide him with a level of consideration that I had not received from Jim. Jim's failure to respond at all to my telephone calls and texts indicated a complete lack of courtesy and professionalism and only added significantly to my stress level. During the process, I contacted several other providers, all of whom treated me with far more kindness and consideration. They all actually worked hard to earn my business. All Jim had to do is let me know that he could not or did not want to do my inspection, but he didn't even do the minimum and went silent. His conduct was unacceptable by any standard. The decision is yours but, I recommend that you not reward him with you business.

From the owner: Illinois Property Inspections is dedicated to providing quality home inspections throughout the…read moreChicagoland area.

Worked with Home Inspection Star, more precisely with Costel…read more He was very knowledgeable and thorough with his inspection , answered questions and made pertinent recommendations while explaining all the findings. The report was issued very fast , with another invite to contact for discussion and explanation if things in the report were not clear for the client. Will definitely work again with them should the occasion arise.

Costel was complete, found things I never thought about and looked in places I wouldn't have…read morelooked. With a report that same afternoon, I was pleased and impressed.