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4.9
Based on 624 reviews
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Eduardo Fernandez
6 days ago
Amazing work, you prevented me from buying something I was going to regret.
Response from the owner:Eduardo I am sorry we did not get to meet, but equally happy we saved you from buying into a problem home. Sometimes a house can present well but has a lot of underline issues that can be expensive to repair. I hope you can find another house that will be perfect for you. Thank you David
Val Henry
1 week ago
I would highly recommend Buyer's Inspection Service to anyone buying a home and needing an inspection. From the office team to the inspectors themselves, everything is top notch. David is so kind and thorough and explains everything so well! You definitely get what you pay for and this was worth every penny. We will definitely use their services again. Thank you for making us feel comfortable with our decision!
Response from the owner:Valerie Thank you, everyone says the inspector is great but its the office that works the magic shuffling times, inspectors and houses, I will certainly pass on your compliments. I am so happy we were able to help you make your decision, Having had unpleasant experiences with crawlspaces it was bad karma to have chosen a house with not one but three undisclosed crawlspaces. I heard you decided to look for another house, that house was quirky but a great location. I hope you find the perfect house! Thank you for your great review. David
John Reeves
2 weeks ago
Inspection by Erick was thorough and some changes were advised and made before concrete slab was poured.
Response from the owner:Thank you, John, for taking the time to leave a review! It was great to meet on-site and I'm glad we were able to get those items addressed before the slab was poured. Just in the nick of time, too! I'll see you again soon for the next phase: the pre-drywall inspection. That's when it really gets good! Erick
Jessica Pettit
2 weeks ago
Very responsive when scheduling and determining an inspection plan with my very unique housing situation. David was incredibly knowledgeable every step of the process. Detail-oriented is an understatement. I went into my very first home inspection ever, nervous and unsure of how the process went, and David not only made it a breeze, but quelled my anxiety and had an answer for every single one of the many, many questions I asked. He guided me to the right resources to fix any problems found within the residences (have you seen their website?!) Not only did he give me a total sense of security with what I was getting myself into, but we also had fun doing it. He made the bad news somehow feel not-so-bad with humor and gentle touch he has for “breaking the bad news.” He was recommended to me by my very well-researched brother, whom he also completed an inspection for, and he did not disappoint! I really could keep going…Just know you are in great hands with this company—from responsiveness to knowledge to completion of the service. I will recommend them until I’m blue in the face. Thanks David!
Response from the owner:Jessica, it's hard to know what to say, that is the nicest, kindest and possibly longest review, thank you! You are such a nice person and I am happy I was able to quell some of your anxiety, give you some guidance and most of all "do the math" if you do that it will all work out. I hope you will be working the next time we visit your restaurant. Best of luck with your first home(s) purchase. David
Thomas Clark (Hayden)
3 weeks ago
Erick Gohlke was fantastic. We were very pleased with our General Inspection, and will be recomending Buyer's Inspection to anyone who needs a great inspection on a potential new home. 🙂
Response from the owner:Thomas, thank you for the accolades and taking the time to leave a review! Your recommendation to potential home buyers is much appreciated as well. Much of our business comes from clients like you who share their experience and pass the word along to friends, family and acquaintances. Also, you guys found a great starter home there. I hope everything works out great moving forward! Erick
Savannah Surls
3 weeks ago
David was absolutely amazing during our house inspection! Even though it has been insanely hot out, he and his buddy took their time being thorough and explained each observation clearly. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience, thank you!!
Response from the owner:Thank you Savanna! Hot, that was an understatement in the garage apartment attic, it's just one of those things you got to do. It's what a good inspection is all about. We want you as first time buyers to be informed and know what you are buying. I hope it all works out for you and you and your husband are happy there. Those five stars are really appreciated, David PS have fun parking those planes!
Brittany Chambers
3 weeks ago
We had a fantastic experience with Buyers Inspection Services! As a first time home buyer Erick and David helped us feel more confident in buying a home, and in being homeowners. Everything was thoroughly explained, and they helped the process feel less overwhelming!
Response from the owner:Brittany Thank You! You gave us those 5 stars!!! That was so kind. I so enjoyed meeting you and Rex, you need to get him a few tools, "father in law" he needs a few tools when he visits for a brief visit if you want repairs. Here is the link to our useful tools for homeowners. https://greatinspector.com/frequently-asked-questions/tools/ Enjoy your new home. David
Benjamin Alguire
3 weeks ago
Inspection team was phenomenal. Extremely thorough and informative. Would recommend 110%; worth every penny!
Response from the owner:Benjamin, great house, loved the floor plan even if it was a bit smaller than planned! Hope the purchase works for you and your family. Thanks so much for that great review. David
Dalton Bordelon
4 weeks ago
Very thorough and explained things well. Answered all questions to satisfaction!
Response from the owner:Dalton a pleasure meeting you and Stephani yesterday. The house offers a lot of opportunity with its great 60's floor plan. I hope you can make it work! If you have any questions please feel free to call. PS thanks for that really nice review. David
Darin Bird
4 weeks ago
Response from the owner:Darin, I hope you left and went off for a nice lunch, you deserved it! I have to give credit where credit is deserved, the deck was one of the best looking, badly built decks I gave inspected. Great looking house, lots of potential but equally a lot of work. Thanks for those shiny gold stars! David
D Savakinas
1 month ago
Mr. Roche was very knowledgeable and helped save me from purchasing a home with a lot of hidden problems. He took time to explain all the details about why there were issues. I would use his services again next time I need an inspection.
Response from the owner:Good Morning! I felt so bad for you both as you walked away from the money pit, there was so much that looked inviting but was ready to empty your savings account. I hope you find another house that you can make your first home together. Thanks for the review! David
Megan Szeker
1 month ago
Fantastic inspection services. Very detail oriented and great at explaining items.
Response from the owner:Megan, I am sorry the house was not what it appeared to be, it's so disappointing when the list of future repairs goes on and on, and the issues, repairable, but costly keep adding up. Good luck, keep the faith, you will find an amazing place for that vegetable garden! Thanks for taking the time to leave us a great review David
Travis J
1 month ago
Erick at Buyer's Inspection Service was incredibly thorough despite the short time-window we had given him. Although the inspected house wasn't large, he was able to do his whole inspection and deliver a very detailed online writeup all within 12 hours, which was incredibly important for our short inspection window. The report had items listed from minor, moderate, to major concerns. Luckily the few major concerns on this house were not dealbreakers for us, but with them detailed at length, we were able to negotiate down the purchase price. The minor and moderate concerns have given us a great list of tasks to accomplish since buying the home. Dealing with Buyer's Inspection Service was great from start to finish, and I would recommend them for any home inspection.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Travis, for the five stars, detailed review and recommendation! It's great to hear that you were able to use the report to your benefit. A thorough inspection certainly gives you great leverage for negotiations. Also, you now know what you are dealing with regarding those upcoming minor to moderate repair items. All the best! Erick
Christie Knott
1 month ago
Loved working with David. I learned so much about my new home. He is friendly, kind, and thorough. Thank you David!
Response from the owner:Christie, we try to make the inspection informative and thorough, after all that is what you want when you are making such a big decision! Buying a house is for most people the biggest purchase they will ever make. Really appreciate your review Thank you David
Lara Algren
1 month ago
Response from the owner:Laura, Thank you for your speedy review, it was a pleasure and "amusing" to be there with you and your mother! What a great roomy house, love the big sun room at the back. Your mother was a hoot and if you are nice to her she she just might lend you her Sawzall to remove those walls! Enjoy your new home David
Tim Kiggins (Kiggs)
1 month ago
Ryan was very professional and easy to talk to and understand.
Response from the owner:It was nice meeting you and working with you on your purchase. I hope that beautiful setting serves you well! -Ryan
Greg Treadwell
2 months ago
We have employed Buyer's Inspection Service multiple times over the years and have always found their service to be excellent. David is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of home inspection and provides a very thorough inspection. He gladly answered all of our questions on the spot. We would absolutely recommend Buyer's Inspection Service!
Response from the owner:Greg it was a pleasure to see you and Bobby again. Hopefully you can get everything addressed and get back to enjoying your small slice of tranquility, along with a bit more sunshine on your patio. Thank you for taking the time to write a review, I really appreciate it. Give me a call if you have any questions. David
Michael S
3 months ago
David inspected two homes for me and did an excellent job. He identified major concerns in the first home which prevented me from buying a “money pit”. David’s expertise saved me potentially tens of thousands of dollars in future repairs. He is extremely thorough and I would highly recommend his services!
Response from the owner:Thank you Michael, it was a pleasure meeting you both times, the second house is my favorite! Great floor plan, so well maintained, plenty of light, good sized kitchen all with a back yard and patio that is sunny in the evenings, well worth the wait. The driveway at the first house was so steep that it would have been challenging in freezing weather. Enjoy your new home, PS congratulations on your promotion, And feel free to call if you ever have questions. David
Hannah Hamilton
3 months ago
This was my first time ever making it to the home inspection phase of home buying. The company was quick to get someone out to the home, they were so thorough— and caught so many things you just dont see as a homebuyer. I sent the report to my friends and family and they were amazed with the details and how much the inspectors caught. Definitely worth everything penny you pay, they are so thorough, and detailed. You know exactly what youre getting into with the quality of inspection they provide.
Response from the owner:Thank you Hannah for the five star review! We love hearing that you, as well as your friends and family, noticed and appreciate the level of detail we go to with our inspections. I really approach the inspection as if I am going to buy the property myself. What do I want to know? Everything of course! It's just so important to be a well informed buyer to avoid unwanted surprises down the road. All the best! Erick
Devin Croley
3 months ago
David did not inspect one of the bedrooms or the garage and refused to go back and complete the inspection. What was done and what was in the report was well put together but the incomplete FULL HOME inspection and refusal to see that he did not complete services paid for is appalling. 2 stars.
Response from the owner:Devon It was not possible to inspect the bedroom where the tenant was in bed, it would have been inappropriate, particularly when there was no one else in the house. We inspect only accessible items per the state of Ohio regulations. When an area cannot be accessed it is our job to report the fact, not police it. We have no control over occupants in a home. You paid for the inspection time slot, return trips "free of charge" are not the industry standard. It is the seller who is at fault and we would be happy to return if they organize it. As to the garage (described as a place to store a car or vehicles), there was none; the small tool shed in the back of the yard is not a garage and we were not asked to inspect it. At no time did we try to short change you, we did not complain when we were kept on the doorstep waiting for 45 minutes because the door key was not available due to someone else's error. Despite your frustration, you should not have spoken like you did to our office staff member, it was very upsetting for her, she is always ready to help and is not used to been berated with the foul abusive language you used. Thank You David
Zona Uzhca
3 months ago
We bought our home sight unseen and relied heavily on this team, they were amazing. Great communication, very professional, and incredibly trustworthy. We’re so thankful for their help and would highly recommend them!
Response from the owner:Thank you Zona for the great review and recommendation! It's great to hear that positive feedback about your experience with our team. It really is a team effort here, from the first call to Evelina at our office for scheduling, to during the inspection and through to the final report and correspondence. We wish you all the best with your new home! Erick
Norman McLeod II
4 months ago
Great company and works really fast. They were a god send when I was buying a home from out of state and were extremely thorough
Response from the owner:Thank you Norman for taking the time to give us a five star review. It is so hard buying a house from afar and having to trust that you will get the information you need to make an informed decision. Your first house would have cost you somewhere around $30,000 just for the exterior and a lot of grief. I have found over the years that I prefer the second choice and your house today proves that, it has so much more character! Its not perfect but you should be able to get it there without too much work. Welcome to Dayton, Thanks David
Shanon Mason
4 months ago
Very thorough and friendly
Response from the owner:Shanon, thank you for the 5 stars! It was great to meet with you at your inspection. We definitely found some items to address but nothing that can't be worked out. It sounded like you really loved the place, so I hope everything works out. With any luck you will be calling it home in no time. All the best! - Erick
Jeff Mayer
5 months ago
Erick was a pleasure to do business with and was very thorough. I am impressed with the results of the inspection and the entire process from scheduling, to inspection, to results was a breeze. Highly recommended
Response from the owner:Jeff, thank you for the high recommendation! It was great to meet you at your newly built home on inspection day, and we are glad to hear you had such a positive experience. We will pass along accolades to Evelina as well, as she makes the whole process seamless from the first call. Best wishes for you guys and your new home. It won't be long now before it's moving day! -Erick
Tuna
5 months ago
Excellent!!! Ryan was professional, knowledgeable and thorough. His whole house inspection report was easy to understand and complete. I recommend him and Buyer's Inspection Service to everyone.
Response from the owner:It was a pleasure working with you on your personal home after all these years of serving your clients! Great find in a beautiful setting - I hope it all works out for you. Thanks for the review Doug! -Ryan

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