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A Snoop Inspection

Home inspection

About us

Owner/operator of Home Inspection business. For the last 29 years I have been in the construction industry. Owner and operator of a General Contracting business in the state of Virginia for 12 years. Have built and remodeled houses. Inspecting is the only focus I have now. My job is to give you knowledge of the house that you are considering buying.

Business highlights

14 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Home Inspection


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.541 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
80%
4
2%
3
7%
2
2%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.6
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-25 of 41 reviews

Charyl R.
07/2022
1.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
He stole 150.00 from me. Did the inspection. Never gave me paperwork. Had to call other company. When I called him. He yelled at me and called me names. Horrible company
Description of Work: Home inspection
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Brian J.
07/2017
1.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
We thought he did a great job at first. Shortly after moving into our house we found out otherwise. The roof was far from being up to code, The electrical on the AC was very bad and huge safety issue. The disconnect was even bypassed for the AC. We had our sewer lines back up into our house. 35k later we were able to address all these issues. When we contacted Jay, we never so much as heard a peep back. Dodging calls and emails. My realtor refuses to use Jay and you should too.
Description of Work: we hired him for a home inspection in 2014.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
4.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
5.0

$385

Tammy R.
04/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
This guy was ON TIME, matter of fact, he beat me there and had already started his inspection. He was pleasant and informed me of everything as he went through the house. He gave advise on certain things, like upgrading the electrical sockets if I buy. He went through every inch of that house. He gave me a preview of what the report would look like and promise me it will be emailed to me on Friday. To my surprise, he got it to me on Thursday. I did not buy the house and it was because of the finding that Brian found. Thank You!! I just found another house that I'm interested in and I will be calling Snoop again for this one.
Description of Work: Comprehensive 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
$265

morgan K.
10/2016
1.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Terribly. We hired Jay to come and inspect a home that we were in the process of purchasing. It was raining the day of the inspection, so the inspector came back and did the roof a different day. I wish we had hired someone else. They had missed MAJOR leaks that were visible from the attic access. My husband and I have not been in the home for 6 months, our ceilings have collapsed and are in the process of getting a new roof. Jay should have put that the roof need a immediate replacement. His response to me was "if I said that on any old roof, no one would buy a home." I told Jay we hired him to notify us of problems in the home and that a new roof would have been negotiated into the price. He said he would pay for our ceiling repair, but never followed up with the offer in writing as I asked. He will not return our phone calls. In all fairness, if we had known about the roof, we would have negotiated a new roof into the price of the home as we did with all other repairs we felt were necessary. Jay and his crew failed to spot the cold patch on the roof above one of the major leaks and did not notice the powder mold on the underside of the roof. We have given Jay the opportunity to make this right, and now he will not respond. Do NOT use this home inspector- he is not working for you, but apparently working to get you to buy the house. He did not do us any favors.
Description of Work: A home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0

$400

Rebecca G.
09/2015
3.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I scheduled the home inspection for 1:00. They put it in their calendar wrong so they showed up at the house at 10:00am. Instead of calling me, or the realtor since we weren't there they started the outside part of the inspection. The home owners were home at the time and upset because they thought it was supposed to be at 1:00 that day. When I found out I called the company and told them that they needed to stop the inspection and come back at 1:00 when we had scheduled. They were very annoyed that I asked this. They came back and 1:00 and complained to both me and the realtor that they had to stop the job and start again. When we moved into the house a week later we found that 3 of the fans don't work, the hose outside for the pool doesn't get water into it, many of the electrical outlets don't work, etc, etc. None of the items were listed in the inspection as being faulty. I was very disappointed.
Description of Work: Home inspection

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

$350

Garrette H.
08/2015
3.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
He came out when he said, and was nice. However, I had to leave because some guys were working on the air conditioner at my other house. I asked for a copy of the inspection, but it was sent to the realtor. I had to wait a few months for him to send it to me. In the inspection it send I had a plump leak at the pool, but the pool guy couldn't find that. It also indicated the hooded vent over the stove, the fan switch and light switch didn't work, but I tested it and both work. Also, the big tub in the master bath, he said there was no access to the pump in case it needed servicing or repair, but I didn't have any trouble removing the magnetized door. He said the water heater was probably bad due to the smell in the water ... but after letting it run for a few minutes, it hasn't been a problem since, and was probably just because the house had been setting. Then there were things he missed. I don't know if he was new or in a hurry, but he said a lot of things needed to be fixed that were fine. He wasn't there for that long, either, which couldn't have been part of the problem.
Description of Work: New home inspection

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


Melodie S.
08/2015
2.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Inspector didnot comment on several plumbing issues. Master bath tub shower would not turn off, when water turned on showe came on. sink in second bathroom leaked, toilet in second bathroom rocked and water ran intermittently. These issues, although very annoying, were easily fixed (to the tune of $450), the real issue was the septic system which he didnot commen on at all. He also didnot identify broken cabinets in the kitchen. The door on microwave is broken and this was not mentioned.The pool pump was not mentioned also and it has to be replaced immediately. The first quote on the septic system is $25,000. I would not recommend these people to anyone.
Description of Work: home inspection before buying a house

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

$500

Elizabeth O.
05/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
On time and waited around when sales agent didn't show up. On time, very professional and friendly.
Description of Work: Home inspection prior to anticipated purchase.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$275

Melissa M.
05/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
This inspection was for a home purchase. Ian was our inspector and he did an excellent and thorough job. He spent approximately 3 hours conducting the inspection and then went through all his findings with my husband and I. Some items were minor fixes, while others were great 'heads up' about how we could improve the home. No detail was spared. He told us the full report would be emailed within 2 business days, and we promptly received it the very next evening. My only (minor) complaint was the price, they were a tad higher than our previous inspector ($40 difference), but considering all the other quotes we received (some over $600), we still felt this was in the right ballpark price-wise. We've used another inspector in the past, but we were very pleased with A Snoop and would use them again.
Description of Work: Full home inspection for two story house with pool and spa.

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
$480

Derek S.
03/2015
4.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Took multiple phone calls over 3 days to get the inspection report. Not prompt! The overall report was very thorough, so they are good.
Description of Work: Home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
2.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Simon V.
02/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Snoop Inspection did a fantastic job and were able to squeeze us in a short window timeframe. We found a home which we put an offer on however our original inspector was too busy so we turned to Angie's list and found Snoop. They showed up on time, were very knowledgable and offered a lot of useful advice which allowed us to make the right decisions. They were reasonably priced and would certainly recommend them to anyone as a reputable source for home inspection.
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
$345

Johanna N.
12/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Ian arrived on time, was courteous and professional. Jay stopped by long after to offer any additional assistance and see if I had any other questions. Jay offered advise about plans of renovation. Report came back in a timely manner. I am very pleased with the service received and would definitely recommend Snoop Inspections.
Description of Work: Provided detailed home inspection on home purchase under contract

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

Jacqulyn M.
12/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The inspector was very thorough and addressed all of our questions and concerns.
Description of Work: Home inspection for 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
$400

James H.
10/2014
3.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They never mentioned that the property has a active septic tank....I think that's something major to miss!
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$325

Brett B.
10/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
This was my second time that I used Jay Smith for home inspection services, and I am equally as impressed as the first. Jay has a profound understanding of potential issues that a used home may have. Jay was professional and answered all of my questions. Jay provided me tips on extending the longevity of my home and it's intricacies. It was also readily apparent that Jay took pride in his work product, and based on the inspection done at my home today, I feel very confident that I understand the of my home in its entirety. I would recommend Jay and his company to anyone who needs a house inspected.
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

leroy W.
08/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
It was a very good experience. He was very professional, and he knows his work. He spent an adequate amount of time on the inspection, and he took the time to explain everything to me.
Description of Work: He did wind mitigation for me.

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
$100

Mary L.
06/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Provider (Jay) was early for appointment and had most of the inspection done when we arrived. He was very professional and thorough and took the time to show us areas of concern so,we understood what was good and what needed repair. He went into the attic in 95 degree heat and found a large squirrel nest around the fireplace flue that could have caught fire in the future if we used the fireplace! He told us when the report would be done and it was done on time. We would definitely recommend him to anyone needng a home inspection.
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
$300

Brian J.
05/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
He walked me through the house as he did the home inspection. Was very through explaining what could go wrong in the future including preventatives. He was very through in explaining what I would need to do to repair certain things. He took photos along the way to include in the report. Highly recommend him
Description of Work: He did a home inspection for a house for which I am under contract.

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
$355

Brett B.
05/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Jay and Ian were very thorough and I was pleased with their service. Jay is very knowledgeable about homes and when we discovered an issue, he was able to provide a detailed explanation on how to fix the issue.
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

Christina W.
01/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Excellent inspector and as they inspect , they keep you posted about all the things that are going on. The inspection report that they send you inemail is very good. It sates the problem and provide suggestions to fix it. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Inspected the house

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
$390

Thomas J.
11/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They were on time and thorough. They gave great advice and charged a reasonable fee for their service.
Description of Work: .

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
$425

Gary C.
11/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
When we arrived at the house we were buying, they were already up on the roof inspecting it. A Snoop Inspection did a great job. They were very thorough going over every inch of the house. They found a small problem with the tile on the kitchen floor which resulted in the owner giving us some money that was credited to our purchase price which more than paid for the price of the house inspection. They took the time to go over the report with us and we found them to be very knowledgeable, professional and pleasant. We would be more than happy to recommend A Snoop Inspection to anyone that needs their services.
Description of Work: Did house inspection on the 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
$225

Ray D.
10/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Jay was great! His response was prompt and he was very thorough. We felt like we had known him forever as he went through the house and gave us his expertise. We had total trust in him that he knew his business. We respected his final opinion in the decision we made to buy the home and in fact recommended him to the buyers of OUR home which also were very pleased with his professionalism and knowledge. He encouraged us to observe as he methodically went through the home. He didn't miss anything and was at the home for several hours which is what a potential home buyer relies on in order to make the best possible decision for themselves and their future. We were very happy with Jay and would not hesitate to recommend him to ANY and ALL future home buyers!
Description of Work: Jay performed a home AND pool inspection for us on the home we were buying. He also performed a wind mitigation 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

Merrie D.
08/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Jay came out to the home I was interested in buying to do a 4 point inspection, wind mitigation, roof and even the pool and pool cage. He was very prompt, he was here and working before I even arrived, He was very thorough, catching even the smallest things I would never have noticed. The inspection report I received was very thorough with pictures and explanations. His inspection gave me the information I needed to not pay more for the home than it was really worth. I did buy the home and all his work is so appreciated as I now am able to start fixing the problems he found with the home. I would highly recommend Jay to anyone looking to buy a home. His work is thorough, his inspection report is complete...it contained everything my mortgage lender needed. The wind mitigation helped to save on my home insurance as well.
Description of Work: A 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
$325

Karen H.
08/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Very through; took time to explain what he was looking for, findings and recommendations.
Description of Work: Inspection of new home 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
$235
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Contact information

515 129th Avenue E Apt 2, Madeira Beach, FL 33708

www.asnoopinspection.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Home inspection

FAQ

A Snoop Inspection is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

A Snoop Inspection accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, A Snoop Inspection does not offer free project estimates.
No, A Snoop Inspection does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A Snoop Inspection does not offer a senior discount.
No, A Snoop Inspection does not offer emergency services.
No, A Snoop Inspection does not offer warranties.
A Snoop Inspection offers the following services: Home Inspection

Contact information

515 129th Avenue E Apt 2, Madeira Beach, FL 33708

www.asnoopinspection.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM