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Alatech Home Inspection

Home inspection, Stucco, Windows,

About us

***PLEASE CALL ME DIRECTLY AT 256-239-4450*** Alatech Home Inspection Service has been providing residential and commercial INSPECTIONS since 1986. We also specializes in Stucco/EIFS, Hard Coat Stucco, Architectural Stone, Fiber Cement (Hardie Plank) and Vinyl cladding installations and moisture testing for home owners and real-estate transactions.

Business highlights

39 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Home inspection - structural, roof, plumbing, electrical, heating & air, interior & exterior, insulation & ventilation, fireplace, & stucco INSPECTIONS.

Services we don't offer

WE DON'T DO PLUMBING,ROOFING, ELECTRICAL REPAIR!!! WE ONLY DO INSPECTIONS.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9134 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
4%
3
0%
2
1%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 26-50 of 134 reviews

Cayman C.
12/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I recently used Alatech for the second time and I am very pleased. Mr. Brooks is incredibly easy to work with and he provides a very thorough, easy to read report. Scheduling was easy, pricing was competitive, and he had the report ready for me on the same day. I highly recommend Alatech for your home inspection needs!
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Deborah C.
12/2018
5.0
home inspection, plumbing, roofing, replacement windows, stucco
  + 3 more
Outstanding inspection, advice, recommendations, and report. I called Mr. Brooks on Tuesday inquiring about an inspection on a potential home I was purchasing. He said he could make the close to 2 hr drive the next day. He came and performed the inspection and advised me of the issues and potential future issues. I did not purchase the home....over 250k. Money saved!! The Best!! Thanks so much Mr. Brooks.
Description of Work: EFIS Stucco Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Kelly L.
11/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Alatech was very professional, knowledgeable of the EIFS systems and responsive to our needs. I highly recommend them for inspection services, follow-up and reports. Great job!
Description of Work: EIFS inspection for sale of home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Aj M.
05/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Larry & his son actually inspected 2 homes for my husband & I. The first home (built in 1968) was a mess (but not to the untrained eye). Thank goodness they found the major structural & wiring issues in the first home (I'm sure they saved us a ton of headaches). At both locations they were more thorough than any property inspectors I have ever encountered, they were professional, on time & walked us through what they were doing & seeing while it was happening. Very personable & we would definitely hire them again without hesitation. Their knowledge base is vast & can only come with years of experience. Thank you Larry for both our experiences & for helping us find our dream home!
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Will J.
01/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Mr. Brooks and his son arrived promptly and performed a thorough home inspection. They took their time and were clearly very knowledgeable. The report was available in less than 24 hours, and was well written and detailed. I highly recommend their services and would use them again in a heartbeat.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Kamil A.
11/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Before getting a home inspection, I went on Angie's list to review local home inspectors. I decided to go with Alatech and am glad I did! Mr. Larry was professional, punctual, and willing to help even after the inspection was done while I was negotiating repairs with the builder. He is very thorough, friendly, and money spent on a home inspection by Alatech is money well-spent!
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Kathy H.
11/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Wonderful! Mr. Brooks was very thorough. He went over every thing with a fine toothed comb. Excellent work. I will recommend him and use him again.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Nicholas W.
10/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Alatech met at the designated time and took roughly 2-3 hours to complete the inspection on a 3000 square foot home. They thoroughly inspected the roof, attic, plumbing, electrical and some of the structural aspects of the home that were visible. Also after the inspection they continued to advocate for me when I was dealing with the builder on getting some of the issues fixed. It truly provided me the upper hand when dealing with builder. They have a reputation for being thorough and this was no exception. The builder said they were the most thorough home inspection he has had so far. I highly recommend them for your home inspection needs.
Description of Work: Home inspection of a newly constructed home in Pike Road, AL

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

Robert W.
08/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Larry did a great job of finding the bigger problems with a home that I had a contract on and eventually bought. With the items that he discovered, I was about to negotiate for the seller to pay closing costs which helped fund some of the repairs that were needed. I now live in the house and have discovered some problems that Larry did not catch, but most of these were pretty minor, and I would not expect a home inspector to catch everything. Plus, I've had the advantage of living in the house. He only had a couple of hours to discover issues, and he saved me some money with what he pointed out to me.
Description of Work: Home inspection for potential purchase of home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$475

Peggy B.
08/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I contacted Mr. Brooks for a home inspection on a new home. Immediately upon meeting him I had the feeling he was honest and trustworthy which is unusual for me since I do not trust anyone. He was courteous, professional and very thorough. I could not have been more pleased with the outcome. He found problems I would have never known existed. I highly recommend Mr. Brooks and I will definitely use him again.
Description of Work: Complete Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

ashley B.
08/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
It went very well. I called and they found a way to meet me in 2 days since I was driving in from another state. He had his son with him and they were very thorough and did not mind us following them around asking questions. The report was delivered to us in a timely manner and was very detailed and included recommendations on the issues found. I would definitely use this company again and recommend them to friends and family.
Description of Work: My boyfriend and I needed an inspection done on a house we were buying.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Dana C.
07/2017
5.0
electrician, home inspection, insulation, plumbing, roofing, siding, replacement windows, foundation repair
  + 6 more
Mr. Brooks was very thorough and detailed with his inspection. Even though the issues identified were not issues of immediate danger, they were some that could potentially become of danger in the future, if they are not taken care of quickly. During his inspection, he and his son were both very professional and willing to answer all questions we had and even explained in detail the process of some of the repairs. My wife and I would highly recommend Mr. Brooks at Alatech Home Inspection Services. If you want honesty, completeness, and professionalism, this is the company to call. We can't wait to go HOME! Thank you Mr Brooks, for everything you did for our family. Sincerely, Mr. and Mrs. Xavier Cortez, Sr. Glencoe, Al.
Description of Work: Pre-Purchase home inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Gordon L.
06/2017
4.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
We were very pleased with Mr. Brooks service. He was punctual, informative, thorough and polite. We were impressed with his report. It was detailed with photos of all areas of concern.
Description of Work: Home inspection for purchase of preexisting home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Carol L.
06/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Great service! AlaTech has done three home inspections for me in the last couple of months. Mr. Brooks is very thorough and honest and does an awesome job. I would definitely choose AlaTech again.
Description of Work: Home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

matt S.
04/2017
5.0
electrician, home inspection, insulation, plumbing, roofing, siding, replacement windows
  + 5 more
Went above and beyond. Would definitely recommend.
Description of Work: Pre purchase home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

William F.
04/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
This is the 3rd time I have used Larry Brooks and Alatech. As usual the report was thorough, concise, and easy to understand. When I reviewed this report I had no doubt that this home was safe to purchase based upon the level of issues identified in his prior two inspections for us. I highly recommend Larry Brooks and Alatech Home Inspection
Description of Work: Home inspection for purchaser

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

Jesse L.
02/2017
5.0
electrician, home inspection, insulation, plumbing, roofing, siding, replacement windows
  + 5 more
Mr. Brooks was very knowledgeable and professional. His preformane far exceeded my expectations. He saw simple probles I had overlooked on two other trips through the residence. I would recommend him to anyone. Very satisfied!
Description of Work: Home inspection for a purchase of a home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Colleen K.
02/2017
5.0
home inspection, stucco
  + 0 more
Excellent, Larry Brooks was efficient, fast and very thorough. The cost was very reasonable. I got the inspection and the report within about 24 hours from when I first called.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Chelsea H.
02/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I had a great inspection. Mr. Brooks and his son were very nice, Christian people. They both pointed out things that were wrong, but also explained how it could be fixed. They offered their honest and professional opinion. With me being a single mom and doing this all on my own it was great to have someones opinion and suggestions. since the inspection, I have called Mr. Brooks once and I have a feeling that once I get the house and get ready to fix it up, I will be calling him more. He is very open to helping and welcomes my calls. Overall, I definitely recommend Alatech Home Inspections.
Description of Work: He and his son carefully looked at the home and pointed out all discrepancies. They told me how the issue could be fixed and told me their honest opinion.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$325

Lea P.
01/2017
2.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Inspectors came early without notice. They indicated they could not inspect the plumbing because I didn't tell them to bring a water key (my friend was able to show up with one she easily purchased at a hardware store). They missed some serious issues that I was able to identify without any special training (a tree growing into the roof, one inch from the shingles but not mentioned in the report; a "light switch to nowhere," that sort of thing). They told my friend about the leak under the kitchen sink but there was no reference to it in the inspection report. In reading the inspection report, you will realize they have indemnified themselves of finding ANYTHING because they only spot-check stuff (ie. they don't test every outlet to see if it's working, they just take a "representative sample"). I don't feel they did a good or thorough job and my handyman continues to find stuff they overlooked each day.
Description of Work: I wanted a home inspection prior to purchasing a property. I live in another city so I was relying on the inspection to identify any major issues.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

$350

Response from Alatech Home Inspection
I am sorry you had a bad experience with my inspection of your home. If you had called me to discuss your concerns I would have gone over the report to clarify the serious items you mentioned. We try to arrive at the inspection 15 minutes early so my client or Realtor does not have to wait. You indicated the water would be unlocked at the [Member Information Removed] and I could turn it on with a wrench. I indicated to you I would like for all the utilities to be on when I arrive, but would try to turn on the water with a wrench. I called you when I could not turn the valve and you said your friend had a key. My son indicated there may be a leak under the kitchen sink and told your friend, so I checked the plumbing under the sink and did not find a leak . That is why it was not in the report. The light switch to nowhere could be overlooked when several lights did not work at the time. We do check all outlets when a home is vacant, but cannot check outlets behind heavy furniture when the house is occupied. I did indicate in the report that there were several major electrical, structural and unsafe items that needed to be corrected and said that a licensed electrical and a general contractor should make repairs. The home is roughly 50 to 60 years old and was in poor condition and I am sure your hand-man can find something when remodeling.

Dino N.
01/2017
5.0
electrician, insulation, plumbing, roofing, siding, replacement windows, chimney repair, stucco, foundation repair
  + 7 more
Mr. Brooks was VERY personable, yet professional. His inspection was VERY thorough. You could tell it was a technical based inspection, relying on current building codes and requirements. While providing us with a verbal review of his findings, Mr. Brooks used everyday, layman's terms. I was pleased with all aspects of the inspection; from the initial telephone conversation, to explaining his rates, promptness of scheduling the inspection and being there at the scheduled date & time to explaining the results verbally and ease of accessing the report on line, Larry Brooks was OUTSTANDING. We used him for two home inspections and I would readily hire him for another. I whole-heartedly recommend this person to any and all who are in need of such services
Description of Work: After getting a personal "word of mouth" referral, Mr. Larry Brooks conducted a home inspection on two different homes (In two different counties) for my wife and I.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$525

Cayman C.
12/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The inspection went well and Mr. Brooks was very thorough. I am very pleased that we ended up with Alatech for our home inspection. He was friendly, answered any questions we had, and he was very professional. The inspection was done on a Tuesday morning, and I had the report early Wednesday morning, just as promised. I will definitely use him again if the need arises, and would highly recommend him to anyone.
Description of Work: Mr. Brooks came out to do a home inspection before purchase.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

Jenifer S.
11/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Well, Mr. Brooks was prompt, professional, and he communicated well regarding issues he found with the house. He was reassuring that he would communicate right away any egregious finds.
Description of Work: Inspection of home we are purchasing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Elizabeth H.
11/2016
5.0
home inspection, stucco
  + 0 more
Mr. Brooks provided me with a 45 page report that was easy to understand and had pictures of the issues he noted. The report was more detailed that I ever imagined it would be, and I feel confident that I could buy this house and not have any unexpected surprises come up. The house is approximately 3900 sq. feet and the inspection included an additional fee to also inspect the outdoor pool house. One of things I really appreciated was that Mr. Brooks answered his phone every time I called him, and I didn't have to endlessly wait for answers to my questions.
Description of Work: I needed a home inspection on a house we put an offer on.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

William F.
11/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Mr. Brooks is a consummate professional, well versed in his trade. He provides self explanatory reports that can save you money and heartache in the long run. Alatech provided the most thorough home inspection I have ever had, on 2 homes. Thanks to Alatech I saved thousands of dollars on repairs that could not be seen on the outside of the home. I highly recommend Alatech Home Inspection.
Description of Work: 2 home inspections pre-purchase

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Contact information

1075 Halls Chapel Rd, Alexandria, AL 36250

http://www.alatechinspections.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
HI-0007
Trade License Locale
AL
Trade License Authority
Alabama: Home Inspector
Trade License Expiration
01/01/2100
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Service Categories

Home inspection,
Stucco,
Windows,
Plumbing,
Roofing,
Siding,
Insulation,
Electrical,
Chimney Repair,
Foundation Repair

FAQ

Alatech Home Inspection is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Alatech Home Inspection accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Alatech Home Inspection offers free project estimates.
No, Alatech Home Inspection does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Alatech Home Inspection does not offer a senior discount.
No, Alatech Home Inspection does not offer emergency services.
No, Alatech Home Inspection does not offer warranties.
Alatech Home Inspection offers the following services: Home inspection - structural, roof, plumbing, electrical, heating & air, interior & exterior, insulation & ventilation, fireplace, & stucco INSPECTIONS.
WE DON'T DO PLUMBING,ROOFING, ELECTRICAL REPAIR!!! WE ONLY DO INSPECTIONS.

Contact information

1075 Halls Chapel Rd, Alexandria, AL 36250

http://www.alatechinspections.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM