We strive to offer the best value in insurance inspections & residential home inspections. All of our inspectors are Florida licensed, insured and NACHI certified. (National Association of Home Inspectors) All inspection reports are emailed to you the same day the inspection is done! If there is a realtor or insurance agent involved, we email them a copy as well.
Business highlights
16 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Wind Mitigation Inspections @ $80.00 (helps to save on your homeowners insurance) Four Point Inspections @ 85.00 (required by insurance companies on older homes) Wind mitigation & Four Point Inspection together: $125. Roof Certifications @ $75.00 (to verify the condition of your home's roof) Full Home Inspections starting at $ 275.00 (this is the inspection many home buyers get to verify home condition) This price is good for all homes up to 3000 square feet.
Services we don't offer
Mold Inspections, Inspections on large commercial buildings
I had home inspection done and purchased home based on results of inspection. My primary concern was roof but the inspector said that it should last 5 to 7 years. Unfortunately, it leaked on first rain. Also, missed window that has substantial rot and leaks very badly.
Description of Work: Home inspection for potential purchase
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$225
Response from Florida Central Home Inspections
[Member Name Removed], At your convenience please call me in the office to discuss this. I'm not sure who came out and did your inspection but it was NOT Florida Central Home Inspections. I have nothing scheduled for you and we do not charge $225 for any of our inpsections. Please confirm who you spoke with and let me know. My name is Brandy and I am the office manager here at 352-702-5501 would like to discuss this with you. Thanks!
Jan W.
02/2017
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Excellent!
Description of Work: Wind Migration.
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
$80
Phyllis M.
12/2016
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Excellent!! We were able to back out of the purchase of one house to find a home with far less problems and found the home of our freams. Thank you, Ken!!!
Description of Work: We had a four point inspection on a house that we were going to buy and the inspection was worth every penny as the house did not pass three of the four major points. We would have been stuck paying thousands of dollars in repairs! Instead, we were able to get out of the deal based on the inspection report. We found a new home and again asked Ken for another four-point inspection. This time the home passed on three of the four points and we decided to buy this home. If it were not for Ken's outstanding work and recommendations, we would have been stuck with a house that needed major repairs. It was worth the money for the inspections and will highly recommend Florida Central Hime Inspections to our family and friends and we recommend them to you, too!
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
$85
Phyllis M.
12/2016
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Excellent!! We were able to back out of the purchase of one house to find a home with far less problems and found the home of our freams. Thank you, Ken!!!
Description of Work: We had a four point inspection on a house that we were going to buy and the inspection was worth every penny as the house did not pass three of the four major points. We would have been stuck paying thousands of dollars in repairs! Instead, we were able to get out of the deal based on the inspection report. We found a new home and again asked Ken for another four-point inspection. This time the home passed on three of the four points and we decided to buy this home. If it were not for Ken's outstanding work and recommendations, we would have been stuck with a house that needed major repairs. It was worth the money for the inspections and will highly recommend Florida Central Hime Inspections to our family and friends and we recommend them to you, too!
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
$85
Elaine P.
07/2016
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
I live in Texas, but I own a little house in Orlando that used to belong to my father. I needed to get house insurance, and the insurance agent said I could reduce the cost of the policy if I had a Wind Mitigation Inspection performed. The insurance agent recommended a company called Elite Analysis. I called that company and left messages several days in a row, but they never even bothered to return my call! So, I assume they did not need either my business or my money. I looked on Angie's List (no, Elite Analysis is not even listed!!), and I found Ken Wild's phone number for Florida Central Home Inspections. Not only did he personally take my call, but he scheduled the inspection that very week. The inspector, Dale Reppy, called me to make arrangements for someone to be at the house. He was personable, professional, on time (he even called to say he could be there early), and thorough. The insurance agent and I both received the report by that evening! Ken and Dale are awesome! And I paid a MUCH better price than the other companies advertised. I gave the insurance company their names, I told him he should start recommending Ken and Dale to their clients. Thanks, guys! You two were wonderful! I would hire you guys for any home inspection services!
Description of Work: Wind mitigation 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
$80
Medea M.
01/2015
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Ken did a fine job. He uncovered some important problems we had missed. He also went above and beyond by working with us to troubleshoot a plumbing problem that turned out to be a simple stuck turn-off valve. If he hadn't done that, we might have had to let the sale fall through, as we could not get hot water working anywhere in the home. Ken gave us all the time we needed, and answered all of our questions. He's also a great guy. Better yet, he was also a bit cheaper than most of the competition, which is always a bonus.
Description of Work: Pre-Sale 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
$275
Ed D.
01/2015
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Charles Driggers came out and did the wind mitigation inspection. He was an impressive young man. He was very professional, a great communicator and very knowledgeable about his craft. It was a very pleasant experience dealing with Charles and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking this inspection. Also, their price of $80 was far lower than their competition. The only issue of concern was not with Charles but his boss who failed to respond to numerous emails through this site for over a week. After he finally did make contact, he was okay but needs to get a fax svc.
Description of Work: Residential Wind Mitigation Inspection
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
Virginia G.
07/2014
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
My home insurance agent said I could get a reduction in my premiums if I had a wind mitigation done. She gave me three people to contact to do this. I could only find one on Angie's List and there were no reviews for them. I looked at other companies on Angie's List and found Florida Central Home Inspections (located in my area) with great reviews and they posted exactly the cost for the service I needed. Cost was actually less than what my insurance agent said it would cost. Called them, got an appointment next day, Charles Driggers came at the appointed time, explained all that was involved and he would email copy of report to my insurance agent and to me. Was very happy with service. Will use them again if I need any home inspections and will refer them to family and friends. Thank you Angie's List for this service. Really is worth the money to belong to your service. I am a single female senior and need all the help I can get to get good service people.
Description of Work: Wind Mitigation
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
$80
Mary W.
07/2014
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I had a wind mitigation inspection done. The person was very capable. |the whole inspection was less than 30 minutes. He responded well to my questioning. The price was very reasonable at $80.00
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
$80
Kenneth J.
11/2013
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Called for a Wind Mitigation Inspection on a Thursday, Wind Mitigation Inspection was done by 10am on Friday. They E-mailed the report to myself and my Insurance Agent by noon that same day. Quick service, Great price, Showed up on time. What else can I say... If your Insurance requires you to have a Wind Mitigation Inspection then these are the people to do it. And on a side note, I do not give out praise often, they were just that good.
Description of Work: Wind Mitigation 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
$75
Claudia O.
10/2013
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
From the first phone call, they were eager to help. I had time restraints in which I needed to have the inspection completed and they were more than willing to get the job completed quickly and efficiently. The report was thorough, including pictures of all areas that were included in the report. In addition, after sending me the report, they called to let me know which areas in the home might need immediate attention. I was grateful for that information because the report was very long and detailed. His call let me target the items of concern so I could make an informed decision on the overall purchase of the property.
Description of Work: Full 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
$350
Erin M.
05/2013
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Ken was very personable, returned my call/VM in a reasonable amount of time. He was able to perform the inspection the next day after I spoke with him. The report was completed and delivered to me via email 2 days after that. There was one error on the report, and he quickly amended the report once I pointed that out. I would recommend Ken.
Description of Work: 4 point home inspection and wind mitigation inspection for insurance
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
Scott S.
08/2012
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
He was very thorough and did a really good job.
Description of Work: I used Florida Central Home Inspections for a 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
$450
Mary E.
04/2012
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Their prices are very reasonable and the guy they sent was really good. He was very professional and I really liked his service. He was right on time and his responsiveness was really good.
Description of Work: I used Florida Central Home Inspections for a roofing mitigation.
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
$70
Kate M.
12/2011
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
They were wonderful and sent a report to my insurance agent which lowered my insurance rates. I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I used Florida Central Home Inspections for a 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
$75
Donna R.
08/2011
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
It was great. In and out in 1/2 hour. Checked the attic, inspected the house and wrote an excellent report that saved us $1,600 on insurance.
Description of Work: Mr. Wild did a wind mitigation 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
$75
Carol P.
08/2011
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
He arrived at the house even with a very bad storm headed our way. He went up into the attic and took pictures of the hurricane straps, nails, etc. Then he walked with me around the house and took pictures of the roof (even while it was sprinkling). He was suprised to find out that my current homeowners insurance company was removing my hip roof discount. He called back later that day and asked if he could come back over and do a measurement and an outline of the house to show what percent of the home was a hip roof and that less than 10% was gabled. He then came back out with in 2 days and did just that and then he quickly sent me a copy of everything through e-mail so that I may submit it to my insurance company to see what discount(s) I could qualify after having the inspection completed.
Description of Work: Explained in detail what he was looking for and how each thing that he was looking for protected my house during a storm. He explained which items may save me money on my homeowners insurance and which items I possibly could improve. He also informed me that the hip roof discount that my homeowners insurance company removed may still qualify because it is less than 10% of my overall roof. Very Happy with his overall personality and professionalism. He certainly "did not" make me feel like a dumb woman which in some cases I am left to feel that way. He took time to educate me and explain things to me. Very happy customer!
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Service Categories
Home inspection,
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FAQ
Florida Central Home Inspections is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Florida Central Home Inspections accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, Florida Central Home Inspections does not offer free project estimates.
No, Florida Central Home Inspections does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Florida Central Home Inspections does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Florida Central Home Inspections offers emergency services.
Yes, Florida Central Home Inspections offers warranties.
Florida Central Home Inspections offers the following services: Wind Mitigation Inspections @ $80.00 (helps to save on your homeowners insurance) Four Point Inspections @ 85.00 (required by insurance companies on older homes) Wind mitigation & Four Point Inspection together: $125. Roof Certifications @ $75.00 (to verify the condition of your home's roof) Full Home Inspections starting at $ 275.00 (this is the inspection many home buyers get to verify home condition) This price is good for all homes up to 3000 square feet.
Mold Inspections, Inspections on large commercial buildings