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CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS

Home inspection, Pest Control, Mold Testing & Remediation,

About us

Why CBI? We're celebrating over 37 Years & 90,000 Inspections in Central Florida • The South's Oldest, Largest, Locally Owned & Operated Inspection Firm • Licensed Inspectors (Home, Termite, Mold & Radon) by the State of Florida • Founding Member of ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) • Founding Member of FABI (Florida Association of Building Inspectors) • Member of the ICC (International Code Council) • Member of NACHI (National Association of Certified Home Inspectors) • Better Business Bureau Accredited with an A+ Rating – Since 1986 • Can fulfill all New Construction access requirements • Realtor Lock Box - Supra Key Access upon request • Flexible scheduling. Evening and weekend appointments available. • Inspections scheduled by phone or online, usually within 24 ot 48 hours. Furthermore, to ensure a timely closing, our sister companies offer: Certified Termite and Pest Services • Termite inspections (WDO) • Termite treatments w/ damage guarantee's • Full-service pests control Certified Building Inspectors also provide Environmental Property Audits • Mold assessments • Radon testing • Infrared discovery

Business highlights

49 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Home inspections (Residential & Commercial), Infrared inspections, Insurance / 4-Point, FHA / 203k / HUD, Termite Inspections (WDO), Mold Assessments, Radon Gas Testing, Wind Mitigation

Services we don't offer

Septic Inspections

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.746 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
4%
3
2%
2
7%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 26-46 of 46 reviews

Tania R.
07/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: He was running late initially. He is very thorough, he didn't do septic which was not told to us until the day of, now we have to go and hire a separate inspector for septic. Although he was excellent the cost was a little pricey but they were rated grade A on Angie's list that is when we proceeded.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$470

Brenda C.
07/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Home inspection. They were very professional and did a thorough job. They explained all of their findings and answered any questions I had. Wonderful experience. I would highly recommend this company!

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

Blaine H.
07/2014
2.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .

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


Chris B.
06/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Thank you for your feedback. Although our fees may be slightly higher than other companies, our expertise and experience in Central Florida is unsurpassed. We have completed over 90,000 inspections and have over 37 years experience in the industry. Our inspectors continually stay abreast of changes in the industry as well as new standards required by insurance underwriters to keep our clients informed. Many inspection firms include items that are not needed for all homes and charge an overall higher fee. We beleive that our clients should only pay for items they need. That is why we separate out the various types of inspections such as Wind Mitigations, Four Point Insurance letters, WDO (termite) reports, InfraRed camera images, Mold, Radon reports.

Carole K.
06/2014
4.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Didn't accurately describe condition of roof
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

james K.
06/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: inspected my house for a refinance loan It went great. I got my new loan.

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

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Thank you for your review. We value Angie's List customers and are very pleased when everything goes as planned. Pre-purchase home inspections (or refinance inspections) and four point insurance letters are our customer's greatest defense against discovering hidden items that may be costly down the road.

France A.
05/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Pre closing inspection

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Whether it is new construction or an existing home, Certified Building Inspectors has strived for over 37 years to give our customers the most information regarding the current condition of the home. Suprises after closing are not fun and can be very costly. We help to minimize your frustration before your close. Thank you for your comments.

Elizabeth B.
05/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They were fantastic.
Description of Work: Certified Building Inspectors came out for the home inspection for a house that we looking to 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

Joyce F.
05/2012
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
.I would love to say the inspection went great, but that was not the fault of CBI, if I did not have a good inspector that took the time to explain and point things out I might have got stuck with a money pit. Thank you CBI!!! Price competitive, they were on time/early, professional, I have nothing bad to say about CBI. Soooo easy to use website and get report.
Description of Work: Home inspection on home I wanted to purchase, including termite 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

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Although we may be considered "Deal Killers" by some real estate agents, be assured that we work for you, the client, by providing an honest assessment of the current condition of the home so you don't get stuck with costly repairs after closing. We greatly appreciate your feedback. Thank you for using Certified Building Inspectors.

DAVID P.
05/2012
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Very well. Gary C*** was on time, professional, thorough, and his report was available on line when he said it would be. As a result, Liberty Mutual reduced the annual insurance premium by $670.
Description of Work: Performed a Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection, followed up by a written report (including pictures). The purpose of the inspection was to confirm that our home has a hip roof, which would result in a significant reduction in our annual homeowners insurance policy premium.

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
$225

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Thank you for your feedback! Our Wind Mitigation Surveys have saved our clients hundreds of dollars every year on their homeowners insurance. It also gives you the peace of mind of knowing that your roof is up to hurricane standards. The State of Florida recently changed the UNIFORM MITIGATION VERIFICATION INSPECTION form from a 4-page to an 8-page report which includes many pictures and measurements as well as researching when building permits were issued for the roof. Although the one-time fee may be considered steep, the annual savings more than compensates for the investment. Thank you for using Certified Building Inspectors.

Gregory S.
01/2012
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The experience was very good, my wife and I were a nervous wreck before hand. but the inspector put us both at ease, answered all our questions on the fly. and was very professional. Let me say he inspected EVERYTHING....took over 3 hours. but well worth finding the things wrong before we closed. I would highly recommend Gary R. Fryer, or any of his colleagues. This company is top notch in our book. I would definately use them again.
Description of Work: Home Inspection and also 4 point inspection on an 1987 Mobile Home home

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
$250

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Thank you for your feedback. As you know with mobile & manufactured homes, there are a lot of things that are not present in a regular home inspection. Tie down straps, moisture damage, electrical, and general condition of the siding and roofs can all led to potential hidden damage that would not be discovered without an inspection. Certified Building Inspectors strive to be as thorough with manufactured homes as we are with our normal home inspections. We're happy you're happy! Thanks.

Tatiana L.
12/2011
4.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Everything was fine. The guy was nice. The things that I found and I pointed were the only things that he found too. It was nothing extra or whatever. He was pretty fast and on top with the appointment. I don't know if I would use him again in the future.
Description of Work: I used the services of Certified Building Inspectors last month.

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
$300

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Thank you for your review of our services. We appreciate your feedback and we are glad that there were no additional hidden issues to discover during your inspection.

DAN L.
10/2011
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I called and spoke with someone at CBI, who at first wasn't sure they were what we needed. After a little discussion, they said they could do a thorough inspection of our roof for $185. Gary actually showed up early for the appointment, and was ready to go. He did an incredibly thorough inspection both outside on the roof and in each room, using his flashlight to inspect the entire ceiling and taking photos of any water damage. He spent a lot of time explaining his findings to me, and said the official report would be available online the next day, giving me a username and password to retrieve it. He was very pleasant and professional. He was probably at our home for about 45 minutes to an hour. The following day I went to the site and the report had been uploaded. It was very thorough, and included Gary's photos. I was able to save it as a PDF for future reference. I was very pleased with the service Gary and CBI provided.
Description of Work: Gary C*** of Certified Building Inspectors came out to inspect our roof after a roofer told us our roof had been improperly installed. We wanted an independent, detailed report in case we needed to go back to the installer.

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
$185

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
We greatly appreciate your feedback. All of our Certified Building Inspectors strive to be courteous and thorough for all your inspection needs. Whether a single item such as roofing, electrical, or plumbing, to a full home or commercial inspection, CBI is your best, independent, unbiased set of eyes that you can have working for you!

Thomas C.
07/2011
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
See Above.
Description of Work: Excellent. David did the termite inspection for the new house we are buying in clermont fl. he was very professional. I met david at the house. He inspected inside and out including the garage and the attic. He explained everything about what he was doing and looking for as he went along We are very pleased. Tom C.

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
$85

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Thank you for you feedback. Certified Building Inspectors and Certified Termite & Pest Service strive to meet all your inspection needs. Our Termite Inspectors specialize in spotting the hidden damage left behind by all types of Wood Destroying Organisms (WDO) such as termites, wood fungus (rot), carpenter ants and moisture damage. Thank you for using CBI & CTS for all your inspection needs.

Mark K.
10/2010
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
It was great. Gary inspected everything inside and outside the unit. He took pictures of and showed me everything of note. The report we were provided (available a day later via the web) was comprehensive and easy to understand. The unit had been inspected by someone else previously, but he still managed to find some things which we were able to get repaired prior to the closing. We were very satisfied.
Description of Work: Inspection of a townhouse/condo prior to 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
$295

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Thank you for your feedback.

CAROL V.
08/2010
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Jurgen was actually a bit early for our appointed meeting time. He went over what he was going to do, asked if we had any questions and asked repeatedly if we had areas of concern. At each area, he explained what he was doing and looking for. He would then tell us his areas of concern and if he felt we should be concerned about his findings. It was a very hot day and he seemed very prepared for the weather as well as what might go wrong at the house. He pointed out areas that would become issues in the far future as well as immediate issues. He had a great sense of humor, which helped pass the almost three hours that it took to go through everything. He told us that the final report would be available on the internet the next afternoon. It was. Everything was done in a very professional way and yet was fun! What a pleasure working with him.
Description of Work: Did building inspection of house and property that we were looking to purchase. Checked foundation, external & internal walls, roof, heating & cooling, plumbing, electrical & wiring, appliances, ceilings, doors & windows, sprinkler system, and drainage issues.

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

Response from CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS
Thank you for taking the time to review our service. We strive to be an extra set of eyes to find that hidden damage before you make your final purchase decision. Thank you for choosing Certified Building Inspectors.

monique G.
04/2010
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Excellent - one of my best investments. Because of this inspector, $15,000 was knocked off the sale price of my house AND all the problems he found were repaired!
Description of Work: Very thorough home inspection on my first home purchase. He spent 4 hours and provided very useful information about home maintenance. The house had been recently inspected by a realtor-recommended inspector and by report, everything was "just great" - my inspector was unbiased and found a multitude of problems - moisture in the walls, a drainage problem, and unpermitted modifications that were either unknown or concealed by the sellers.

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
$250

Deb M.
03/2010
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The rep was there on time and preformed his inspection with great detail, including photos. He pointed out MANY problems with the home that were not evident to the naked eye. His report stopped me form purchasing a house that needed a new roof, had mold damage and had a sinking foundation. None of this was visible to me as a buyer. He saved me from an unending nightmare. I am now putting an offer on another property and will have him inspect it as well.
Description of Work: Inspection of a property I was considering 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
$400

Robert A.
02/2010
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Jack showed up a little early, before I even got there. He started the inspection without me, and then once I got there, he went back and showed me things he had already seen. He encouraged me to walk with him and even gave me a notepad so I could take notes. Additionally, he gave some suggestions on the best way to fix some of the problems that he found.
Description of Work: Jack performed a home inspection on a house I was 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
$375

Laura W.
07/2009
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Home inspection reports from Certified Building Inspectors are available online around a day after the inspection, which is really convenient for me. Overall, I am truly satisfied by my experience with CBI.
Description of Work: Coleman was at the home several minutes early. He spent approximately two hours doing a full inspection of the home, taking care to explain to me what he was doing and what he was looking at, which I truly appreciated. As he inspected the home, he dictated into a tape recorder exactly what he was seeing so as not to miss anything in the full report.

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

joan M.
03/2006
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
THEY WERE EXCELLENT. THEY WERE ON TIME AND DID A GOOD JOB. THEY WERE EFFICIENT. THEY DO A GOOD JOB, AND I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM. THEY ARE EXTREMELY PROFESSIONAL.
Description of Work: IT WAS A HOME INSPECTION. THEY CHECKED OUT EVERYTHING IN THE HOUSE THAT IS SUPPOSED TO WORK. THEY SEE IF THE DOORS AND WINDOWS ARE WORKING.

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
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Contact information

160 CIRCLE DR, Maitland, FL 32751

www.yourcbi.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Licensing

Insured
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Home inspection,
Pest Control,
Mold Testing & Remediation,
Radon Detection & Reduction

FAQ

CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS offers free project estimates.
No, CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS does not offer a senior discount.
No, CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS does not offer emergency services.
No, CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS does not offer warranties.
CERTIFIED BUILDING INSPECTORS offers the following services: Home inspections (Residential & Commercial), Infrared inspections, Insurance / 4-Point, FHA / 203k / HUD, Termite Inspections (WDO), Mold Assessments, Radon Gas Testing, Wind Mitigation
Septic Inspections

Contact information

160 CIRCLE DR, Maitland, FL 32751

www.yourcbi.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM