My wife and I and another couple had agreed to purchase a multi-building property containing 1 small and 2 large residences. As an old farm, the property had a full range of issues -- roofing, structural, electrical, plumbing, retaining wall/landscaping, etc., etc. We hired Margaret to handle the inspection. It's was clear from the start that she has the expertise and skills to evaluate all these areas competently. She scheduled 2 full days to go through the property, which she did slowly and thoroughly. At least one of us was able to accompany her at all times, and she narrated her observations and thoughts as she went. She wrote up her findings for us in an extremely comprehensive report which included the results of research she did after the inspection, as well as her original findings. The report also listed a prioritized list of problems which need to be addressed, so we can make best use of our time and money as we go along. The four of us all agreed that Margaret is a very capable and professional inspector. Her charges to us were reasonable and worth every penny. We wouldn't hesitate to hire her again and we strongly recommend her to other people who are deciding whether to buy a home.
Description of Work: Property inspection
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Elm City Home Inspections, LLC
Thanks, [Member Name Removed], it was a pleasure! Best of luck with your future plans.
Windy T.
01/2018
5.0
home inspection
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Very well i was pleased with the service and the price was reasonable.
Description of Work: This was a home inspection i needed done.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Suzanne S.
09/2017
5.0
home inspection
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Excellent job
Description of Work: Home inspection for my client
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Sherie A.
06/2017
5.0
home inspection
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I am in the process of buying a house. I selected Elm City Home Inspections, LLC. I was very impressed by the owner's thoroughness and attention to detail. She walked me through the inspection and showed me what she thought need to be repaired in the home. Margaret Conable was very professional and friendly. She made me feel comfortable about my new home purchase.
Description of Work: Home purchase inspection
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$36
Mary Z.
05/2017
5.0
home inspection
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As a first time home buyer I had no idea what to expect. Margaret was fantastic. She was on the roof, in the attic, going out windows, etc...Margaret even found evidence that decades ago there was some sort of fire in the basement of the home I am buying. 1 day after the inspection I got a 64 page report with pictures of basically every part of the house. A couple days after that I got the radon numbers back. Margaret is the one to hire.
Description of Work: Home Inspection and Radon Test
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Elaine B.
05/2017
5.0
home inspection
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It was thorough, detailed, meticulous, and incredibly well-documented. Margaret was a joy to work with.
Description of Work: Home inspection
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$560
Response from Elm City Home Inspections, LLC
Thanks for the thumbs up, [Member Name Removed]! I really appreciate it. Margaret
Nyoka K.
11/2016
5.0
home inspection
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Margaret was very professional and knowledgeable. She was very detailed and advised what she thought was best moving forward. I would highly recommend her and her company: Elm City Home Inspection.
Description of Work: Radon air testing, Building and Oil Tank Home Inspection.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Virginia S.
03/2016
5.0
home inspection
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It was fantastic. She spent over 3 hours doing the inspection. She went through everything possible and produced a 65 page report including lots of helpful pictures and details and is available for any questions. Included tips on issues we may want to look into further. She even called to follow up with me after giving us the report. She has all the licensing she needed and great credentials. Backed by 20 years experience in the construction industry. She is the best inspector we have ever had. Most thorough and most willing to help. Gave a great amount of information in the report as well as in person. She will also give free phone consultations for as long as you own your home. Very focused, thorough, and diligent. Even offered to come back and look at roof later since there was snow on it at the time of inspection. I can't say enough good things.
Description of Work: She provided a home inspection plus a radon inspection and wood destroying insect inspection (contracted through 3rd party company).
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$560
Ann N.
03/2014
5.0
home inspection
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She's very thorough. She did a 43 page report. Very detailed, including pictures. She spent at least 3 hours inspecting the house. I highly recommend her.
Description of Work: She inspected the home I'm purchasing
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$425
Response from Elm City Home Inspections, LLC
Thanks for the vote of confidence. You followed the whole inspection and your participation was appreciated. Best of luck in your new home!
Michele C.
01/2014
5.0
home inspection
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EXCELLENT! We were very pleased with Elm City Inspections' services. The detailed electronic report with plenty of photos and clear explanations as well as several very helpful phone consultations greatly helped us through the process of evaluating the property. We would highly recommend Elm City Inspections to anyone who needs to have a property inspected in the New Haven area.
Description of Work: Inspected a property we wanted to buy.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$325
Response from Elm City Home Inspections, LLC
Thanks for the thumbs up! It was a pleasure working with you.
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