D – Damp Proof Course to Ducts

Damp Proof Course: A non-permeable membrane placed above ground level in a brick or stonewall to prevent moisture seeping up into the structure.
Damp Proofing: Actions taken to stop the passage of moisture through a wall or floor. Material i.e.; plastic sheeting used to stop moisture penetration.
Decking: Wood covering the roof, under the shingles. Usually OSB board.
Deferred Maintenance: Maintenance that has not been carried out when it was needed.
Deflection: Bending or sagging that occurs when structures are subjected to heavy weights, furnishings, people, Etc. Some sagging is acceptable.
Deterioration: Damage occurring over a period of time, due to a lack of maintenance.
Door Jam: The frame that holds a door. The wood on both sides are called the jambs, an across the top the head jam.
Dormer: Framed window unit projecting through the sloping side of the roof.
Double Coverage: Application of asphalt roofing such that the lapped portion is at least two inches wider than the exposed portion, resulting in two layers of roofing material over the deck.
Double Hung Window: Window with two moving sashes one above the other.
Double-glazing: Two panes of glass with an air space between them in a sealed unit. Increases the insulation factor. May be gas filled to further increase the insulation.
Doubled Up Conductors: The wiring of two or more circuits to a fuse/breaker.
Downspout: Pipe between the gutter and the drain.
Drip Edge: A non-corrosive, non-staining metal used along the eaves and rakes to allow water run-off to drip clear of underlying construction.
Dry Rot: A fungus that destroys wood, needs moisture and warmth in a dark environment.
Drywall: Usually refers to gypsum board, a board made of plaster sandwiched between two sheets of paper.
Ducts: The large pipes or tubes used to move air between the heating or cooling equipment and the vents.

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5.0

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Buyer's Inspection Service

5.0

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Really solid company and the Inspector was top notch. David was personable and definitely knew the ins-and-outs of inspecting a pre drywall home. Overall my builder did a great job, but David did catch a couple major items and several moderate concerns - and reviewed them with me while at the house. The report is immediate and thorough enough to send directly to the builder. Outstanding and highly recommended!!

1732312478

We appreciate the work Ryan did for us, his patient and thorough review was informative and will be very useful as we move on to discussions with our realtor and the seller regarding some conditions that we think need addressing.

1732312430

Erick Gohlke was a brilliant and friendly inspector. Inspection was well worth the money

Nick Richardson

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We inquired about availability for an inspection early in the morning and received a very prompt response. The inspector, Erick Gohlke, was very informative and professional - he toured us around the property, pointed out marks against the home, and gave some background into the issues and intricacies of the home.We received our inspection report under 3 hours after Erick completed the inspection - very quick.If we are to buy in the area again we will be 100% returning to Buyer's Inspection Service and will request Erick!

Jennifer Loesche

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We first used Buyers Inspection Service to inspect a home we were interested in buying 5 years ago. David Roche was our inspector and he was WONDERFUL! He was very thorough and walked me through the home to explain everything he inspected and point out areas of concern. This meant so much to me because my husband was deployed at the time and I was doing all of the buying processes by myself. He was very friendly and personable and made sure I understood everything he was talking about. Unfortunately we backed out of that house because the owners were unwilling to fix the major problems that the house had. When we found another home of interest, we called Buyer's Inspection Service again because we were very pleased with their services the first time around. I specifically requested David because he was wonderful and I knew he would do a great job with the inspection and explaining things to me. Now, 5 years later we have found our forever home and yet again we called David! I will definitely be recommending Buyer's Inspection Service and David to anyone that is in need of a home inspection. Thank you for your service!

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Ryan is so good at what he does and just an all round nice guy. Will never use anyone else again! Thanks ryan

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Annemarie Nemeth

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Ryan is a very professional and thorough inspector. He showed me things he found in the home and explained the report I would get. I would definitely use this company again.

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The inspector was very thorough in both the inspection itself and making sure I understood the issues he found. Highly recommended.

1722461430

Fast. Friendly. Knowledgeable. Couldn't ask for a better inspector. Even detected a major gas leak! Thank you!

1722387536

Ryan did a fantastic job on our inspection, guided us away from an unnecessary test with confidence that the material in the house didn't contain asbestos, but also saved us from a project house that we didn't realize was going to be a project house. His eye for detail and articulating the larger issues that cracks could be hiding was invaluable ultimately in making sure we got the right experts to review the property.

1722101000

Excellent communication and availability. Easy to read report. Have used them twice with no complaints!

1722098126

Ryan was friendly, polite and very knowledgeable. He drew attention to a few areas of concern and helped us find the right contractors to take care of the work needing to be done. Ryan was great at explaining his findings and his report was very thorough, including pictures with each issue. I highly recommend Buyer’s Inspections Services.

1722097692

Great experience!

1722096028

In my 20 years in the real estate business and as a buyer and seller this guy was the most knowledgeable and professional. Very happy with the service.

1722095689

Inspector did an amazing job. He was thorough and detailed.

1722027450

Very professional! As a first time home buyer the inspection process was completely new to me. My inspector Erick walked me through and showed me everything that was important on that would be on the report. The report itself was easy to understand. 5 stars! Definitely recommend.

1721218039

Prompt, professional, and extremely thorough. My inspector, Ryan, spent over two hours in the inspection and then spent another hour walking me through the results and helping me understand my options. Lastly, they have a wonderful resource of a larger list of recommended contractors they have worked with right on their website. Great experience and would recommend/use again!

1721056558

100% satisfied and really, really impressed with the detail Ryan White went through for our home inspection. He left nothing out in the report, and helped us avoid some major pitfalls. He, along with the entire Buyer's Inspection Service team were an immense help and eased the concerns we had in buying our home. Ryan had a great recommendation for a reputable contractor that helped us get the needed work done before the closing. Five star service from BIS and Ryan.

Kenneth Mcfarlane

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Ryan inspected our house before purchase. He was professional and thorough and did a complete walk-thru with us to explain his results. He was very kind and also took time to answer all of our questions. Thanks Ryan!

1717673343

Ryan was very thorough and his report was in our email within hours of finishing the inspection. Highly recommend!

1717203970

I cannot begin to say enough great things about this company! Prior to selecting a company, I did a lot of research and Buyer's Inspection Service stood out from the rest. I loved they were a 1 stop shop for all my needs. From my phone calls with Evalina, to first meeting Erick, then meeting the owner David, it is very apparent they go above and beyond in customer service! During the inspection, Erick was extremely thorough! Prior to leaving the property, Erick patiently walked me through the finds in the report and answered any questions I had. Highly recommend!!!

1717120250

Great experience with this inspector he took me through every crevice of my new home I appreciate all of his advice the things that need to be done and repaired I learned a lot about how houses should be

Christina Pusecker

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"Exceptional service from start to finish! Ryan White at Buyers Inspection Service provided thorough and professional service during our recent home inspection. The team was prompt, courteous, and incredibly knowledgeable, addressing all our concerns with patience and expertise. The detailed report we received was easy to understand and gave us peace of mind as we move forward with our home purchase. Highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a reliable home inspection!"

1715121378

Ryan was great and gave us an entire walkthrough of the house. Very professional and very nice!

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Ryan was very professional and thorough!

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I have been working with Buyers Inspection Service for several years as a real estate agent. They are on time, professional, and do a phenomenal job! Evalina is an amazing office coordinator and Ryan is amazing inspector. I can't say enough good things about this company!

1709382779

Erick is amazing. We are extremely satisfied and thankful for how thorough and informative he was. Looks can be deceiving. We are first time home buyers and Erick saved my family and I from making what could have been a very detrimental investment. We will definitely be giving him a call for any future inspections.

1706388571

We were very happy with Erick, who performed our new build, pre-drywall, home inspection. He took the time to "kick the tires" and really investigate the home, as well as helped us push back on leaks in the basement that were being blown off as residual water. Additionally, he shared information with us through the process. This along with his energy for his work gave us a lot of confidence in his work. We plan on utilizing Erick again for a final home inspection!

1705879335

Very happy with the service we received from Buyer’s Inspection Service. David did an amazing job explaining every detail of the inspection report. From setting the appointment to meeting the inspector, everything was seamless, professional, and very thorough. David also helped provide honest feedback which we greatly appreciated because it is hard to find. We will definitely use this company again!

1705676682

This place is amazing!! We decided to pick our own inspection service instead of going with the recommended service from our realtor and boy oh boy are we happy! From the very beginning they were doing everything they could to help save me money and give me a quality inspection. They even called once they started the inspection to tell us of a big problem, and said if this was a deal breaker they'd stop the inspection and we could get most of our money back. Their work is beyond thorough, and for once during the home buying experience it didn't feel like someone was trying to scam me, trick me, or coerce me. Buyer's Inspection Service truly feels like one of the last companies that isn't just out to squeeze you for every last dollar to your name. If you live in Dayton, don't go to anyone else! I'm blown away by their quality of work, compassion, and customer service. 11/10

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This is the second time I've used Buyer's Inspection Service. I actually requested that my realtor set up the inspection with them. They do a very thorough inspection and you are given an easy to understand written report when they're finished. I would definitely recommend them.

Alexandria Suhr

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Was a great experience and very knowledgeable I recommend using them

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Very detailed inspection, professional, friendly, great value

Weakums Weakums

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Very thorough inspection. I've used them 3 times. I will use them again.

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Absolutely an all-around professional service and experience! Detailed, yet simple in person and written Inspection report. Super easy process from scheduling, payment, inspection, and results. Will definitely hire this company again for future home inspection needs! You should too!

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well laid out reports that are easy to read, and great friendly service!

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Have used Buyers Inspection Service multiple times and have always been very pleased. This inspection was no different. David is thorough, professional, and provides a very pleasant experience. Would highly recommend.

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Excellent and personable service. Evelina does exceptional responsiveness and David explains things very well.

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My inspector was so efficient, he was professional & courteous. Talk about being thorough, I have never experienced such a thorough inspection ever! It was worth every penny of the money, and I highly recommend this company to everyone.

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Excellent service and customer care.

Facebook Rating

5.0

Based on 25 reviews

Buyer's Inspection Service

5.0

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David was just exceptional!!! He was extremely knowledgeable, respectful and personable. I could not be more pleased with the inspection and what he found. The report is concise, through and sent very quickly. We could not be happier.

Also, Evelina was so kind and easy to schedule with. She is a real asset to your company!!!

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I highly recommend Buyers Inspection Services. I’m building and began to have many concerns with my builder after reading reviews and was able to inform the inspector prior to the pre-dry meeting my concerns and what are the common trends I was reading and he was able to calm my nerves and educate me post inspection. There were some observations that was made to the builder that if I didn’t have an inspector it would’ve cost me so yes there is ROI on having Buyers with new construction. Thank you

Susan Flynn Trimbach

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Ryan completed a very thorough inspection and was patient and detailed in his responses to our questions. We highly recommend him and Buyer's Inspection Service.

Sarah Cotterman

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Our entire experience with Buyer’s Inspection Service was excellent, from the ease of making the appointment to the inspection report. The inspector, Eric, arrived on time, checked everything thoroughly, explained things in a way that’s easy to understand, and produced a very comprehensive inspection report. I highly recommend using Buyers Inspection Service.

1664389179

Erick is awesome! Great to work with, very thorough, super knowledgeable and explained everything. Being a first time home buyer I’m so grateful for him taking time to walk me through everything, explain everything and I felt like he cares not just about my immediate wellbeing but my future wellbeing in the house. Highly recommend! 💕

1661389570

Excellent. Inspector friendly professional and through. Great job!

Carlos Landaburu

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David Roche with Buyer's Inspection Service conducted the inspection of my home for possible humidity and mold damage. He went down into the crawl space, took photographs and documented everything that needed attention. He shared with me a preliminary version of his findings and later sent me a detailed report. He discussed with me technical and financial alternatives which sent me on my way to find a solution for my crawl space and related problems. I strongly recommend this service.

1649713843

Eric was great to work with. We used him for the house we are selling and the house we are buying. I really appreciated how through he was, explained the major repairs, answered questions and was never rushing. If you need a true home inspection, call Eric!

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Great service, great people

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Great experience from start to finish! Booking was a breeze, communication was stellar and David was incredibly knowledgeable, taking the time to explain his findings and answer all of our questions. We will absolutely be returning for future inspections

Emily Elizabeth

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Ryan is awesome! He was so friendly and thorough in the inspection and explaining everything to me afterwards.

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I Just wanted to say a big thank you to Mrs Catherine Abramson , for handling the trading of my account. Your professionalism, genuine kindness and bluntness at times when I needed to face reality are what made me progress. I invested $5000 and got $7000 in a week. I only wish I had known about you earlier from the first moment I decided to trade. Nevertheless, I am grateful!
contact her via Email: Abramsoncatherine57@gmail. Com
WhatsApp: +1(415) 763-8770

Tyler Edmondson

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I’ve used Buyers Inspection for every inspection on houses I have bought! They are very efficient, and will take the time to explain everything to you. I highly recommend!

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I had never used an inspector for a new construction home, but will from here on out

My builder was not open to accepting a third party inspection, but when they received the report they fixed every issue identified by David

Thank you for your professionalism, full explanation and taking the time to go through my home and every step of the process

If you need a home inspection, look no further than Buyers Inspection Service

Thank you for helping us protect and verify the quality and safety of our single largest investment

Steve & Pam

Ryan-Cherie Thomas

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They were very professional and courteous. I highly recommend.

1633628667

David was awesome. He took his time to explain everything to us. David was very thorough. Thank you for all of your hard work. A-1 service.

1633126018

Thorough inspection completed by David! excellent personal skills and has a great sense of humor too!

1623755125

Prompt and thorough. Thank you David for the excellent inspection!

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Buyers Inspection was prompt and did a very good job of inspecting and reporting of the results in a very timely manner.

Buck Pennington

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David is an amazing inspector! Knowledgeable, professional and down to earth. Provided useful advice on home maintenance as well as an incredibly thorough inspection. Best I’ve ever worked with!

1613689039

Very thorough at pre-drywall inspection.

Have used this company three times. Same inspector every time which we really liked. Found things we never would of thought about. Recommend this company highly.

Danielle Digiorgi

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Davis was not only quick but extremely efficient. He answered all my questions and my family members who tagged along. This is my first home so I’m happy I chose this company to make sure I’m buying a good one that’s safe for my family.

1608679846

They do a very thorough job. I would recommend them all the time to my clients.

Regina Holt-Crawford

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Ryan was very precessional and he did a very thorough job. Ryan explained his steps and what items stood out that needed minor and major attention. He also told me I could call him if I had any questions and or concerns later on down the line. I’d recommend Ryan to anybody looking to have a home inspection.

Nicole Lindeman Salas

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David did an excellent job. Provided a very thorough inspection that made us feel
at ease purchasing our home. Thank you!

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5.0

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