Direct Inspections

We called on Michael to do a house inspection based on his excellent reputation in the industry...The sellers had a “pre-sell” inspection on their house by another home inspector and asked if we wanted to use that one for our consideration....After looking over their inspection report, the house appeared to be without many issues.... However, We decided we needed Michael to do an another inspection to confirm that the sellers report was valid and comprehensive. And we are glad we did as he discovered many more discrepancies that the first inspector did not comment on or find......We were present during the inspection and when he was done he took us around, pointed out exactly what he had discovered, and gave us his thoughts on what needed to be done to correct each discrepancy. A total professional, we would highly recommend him for anyone who wants a real thorough inspection. Great Job!

Typically, I’m not one that will take the time to write reviews for services. However, due to the excellent service provided by Michael at Direct Inspections, I believe that it’s warranted. Michael is very professional and thorough in his inspections, and his service fee included a certified HVAC professional as well as termite/pest inspection. Michael took the time to explain everything in detail, answering a variety of questions and concerns we had, providing his assessment of issues when asked. Not only did Michael provide us with a thorough inspection, he went above and beyond answering a multitude of questions on his own time and was quick to respond when called after his scheduled inspection time. Based on his inspection, he also recommended that we consider an additional inspection of a potential issue common to the area of the location of the house not performed by him. He was kind enough to provide us with a list of contacts that provide an assortment of services related to additional inspections and general home improvement items, and I was confident that his recommendations would provide the same quality of work as his. My wife and I acted on his advice and as it turns out, his assessment was spot on saving us thousands of dollars as homeowners had we not discovered the issue prior to closing. Thanks to Michael’s complete and thorough inspection and report provided, my wife and I were able to make an informed decision and remedy all issues prior to closing on the house. I strongly recommend anyone that needs a home inspection to call Michael at Direct Inspections, and I’m confident that you will be as pleased as we were with the results.

I can't recommend Michael and Direct Inspections enough. We were coming up to our 10 month walk through with our builder and wanted to know where all the "gremlins" were before our builder warranty was up. Michael was able to schedule us almost immediately. He was incredibly thorough and took lots of time to go over his findings with us. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a home inspection.

Could not be happier with the inspection done by Direct Inspections. Michael Koester, CMI, was most professional, most comprehensive, and most reasonable of any inspectors we have had to come into contact with, After a horrendous and long delayed inspection in NJ, Direct Inspections was a breath of fresh air, and restored our faith in honest, prompt, fair, and complete inspection services, as would be expected. He is definitely a 5 star professional.

I couldn’t have found a better inspector!! Michael is the best. Professional, curtious and honest! He really knows his stuff and it shows. I would highly recommend him.

Michael was extremely thorough in the inspection he completed on the condo we are anticipating to purchase. Michael brings in an AC tech. with him for his inspection and in our case even though the AC unit was only 3 years old it still had a coolant leak and was had an extra filter that was not needed. Michael also pointed out multiple electrical safety issues and even the dryer that would not automatically shut-off. Very detailed inspection.

Direct Inspections saved our retirement! I am so lucky to have found Michael Koester of Direct Inspections before we almost made the biggest mistake of our lives on a home in Venice. Rather than go with the inspector recommended by our realtor, I found Direct Inspections based on their excellent reviews. Michael Koester and his team arrived on time and found many issues with the home that we didn't have a clue about, including MOLD, which had NOT been disclosed by the homeowner. He also found faulty electrical wiring and an electrical panel box that is prone to go on fire. There were many other things they found as well but I won't bore anyone with the nasty details. Michael and his team were extremely professional and gave oral reports at the home. In addition, I had Michael's written reports within 12 hours of the inspection and then he called me to ask if I had any questions. Suffice it to say I am incredibly grateful to Michael Koester and his Direct Inspections as we were able to back out of a contract on a home that would have been a money pit. We also used Direct Inspections on another home in the neighborhood and we were able to close the deal on that home with the peace of mind of knowing exactly what we were getting. If you are buying a home, you need Direct Inspections looking out for you and your investment. If you are selling a home, Michael Koester and his Direct Inspections company can help you find out what areas need to be taken care of before putting the home on the market. Direct Inspections is a WIN-WIN for both home buyers and homeowners.

Outstanding. Michael was seriously challenged with this unique house. He showed up early, had to deal with personal effects piled throughout, numerous other workers on premises yet patiently performed the inspection with integrity, relying on professional experience to call attention to items that, for better or worse, help determine the 'state of the home'. He communicated immediately upon completion of the 2.5+ hour inspection and followed up later in the day with the full report with photos. Again, he was available to answer questions and shared recommended business references which for one new to the area, was much appreciated.

I chose Direct Inspections to inspect our brand new home. I did not think it would be worth my time to get a brand new home inspected thinking there was going to be any issues. Boy was I wrong. I first contacted Direct Inspections via their online form and they contacted me very quickly to set up the inspection appointment. Michael inspected everything imaginable on the home to include: pool, windows, roof, attic, appliances, landscape, A/C, garage etc. When he was finished, he did a walk around of the inside and outside property pointing out all the issues and defects that he found. He was very knowledgeable and later that day sent me a super detailed report with pictures that I will use to assist me in getting issues addressed prior to closing and after. Michael even called the day after as a follow-up to see if I had any questions from the report. I highly recommend Direct Inspections.

Outstanding! What a great experience!

I want to take a minute out of our hectic schedule of buying a home, and all of the stress that goes along with doing so, to recognize a GREAT local business. Our BIGGEST concern was the condition of the home, and if there were any underlying issues. Like most buyers, we didn't have a clue as to who to contact to give us a honest assessment of the condition. We don't run in those circles, so how do we know if the inspector is working with the agent to get the home to pass, or being honest? We've bought several houses in our time, and each Inspection was handled by one person. I've always questioned this. How can one person be an expert in every area? Pool/Roof/Foundation/etc? Direct Inspections(Michael Koester-Owner) brought a team of people, that specializes in all areas of concern. HUGE sigh of relief, when I saw this. Keep in mind, this was six(6) days before Hurricane Irma hit our area. Our future house passed with flying colors.. Post Irma(the next morning) Michael and crew were back out at the house again, to make sure nothing changed, as we are closing in ten days. He was more than fair on the re-inspection cost, and went above and beyond, pointing out things that needed attention. We HIGHLY recommend Direct Inspections, and Michael! Thank you SO MUCH, Michael!!! We are raving fans of YOU, and your team!! The Hardy Family

Michael is phenomenal! He was prompt, thorough and knowledgeable. He had a separate, independent HVAC and termite inspector working with him. He was very accommodating, which was great since I was coming from out of town and had a limited amount of time to get things in order. He took his time and went through everything. He took the time to walk us around the property to show his findings so that we could see first hand what he was talking about. I received a report the same day! Exceptional service!

Michael Koester/Direct Inspections did an outstanding job. Michael brought three individual experts for termites/pests, AC, and the pool. We received extensive reports which were a refreshing departure from the boiler plate forms that many other inspectors use. Michael and his crew were professional and prompt and gave clear explanations of their findings. Whenever I emailed Michael with a question, he called me almost immediately to address my inquiries. I recommend Mechael and Direct Inspections without reservation.

I have purchased many properties over the years (I am old after all) and always had an inspection. In my experience, there were only two very good inspection services, Direct Inspections was one of them. Michael is responsive, professional, thorough and punctual in all respects. I can recommend him highly. He looked at everything, made detailed notes on site, took excellent photos and turned the report around promptly. Because of his thorough inspection and followup, some big issues were highlighted which saved me money. Thanks, Michael.

As a Realtor I get to interact with many Home Inspectors. Michael and his team at Direct Inspections do an excellent job and I would recommend them to anyone purchasing a home in the Sarasota/Venice area. In fact, Michael just completed an inspection for my husband and I of a home we are purchasing for ourselves in Venice. He is thorough, efficient and extremely knowledgable. He will answer all your questions while on-site and is very responsive to any questions you may have after receiving his reports. He also has a large network of contacts that he can reach out to, if necessary, to address any concerns you have with your new home. Direct Inspections is a great choice!

Michael with Direct Inspections was fantastic. I am purchasing a home in Sarasota and we are trying to do a quick close. I called Michael on a Sunday and he answered the phone (off to a great start). We scheduled the inspection over the phone and he had a confirmation e-mail to me within minutes. He was up front about costs and I felt it was reasonable and inline with the comps in the area. He also had two independent professionals come out (one for A/C and one for termites) which was a huge bonus!!! Michael was thorough and honest at the inspection. My wife and I were onsite the entire time and we felt extremely comfortable with him and the other two professionals that came out. At the end he did a walkthrough and he explained everything (in simple terms too which is important because by no means do I know what contractors or inspectors are talking about sometimes)... The report was exactly what we discussed on site and I had it the same day. Plus I even needed him to switch the name on the report to match the name on the loan and he even did that for me on a Friday night Memorial Day weekend. Can't say enough about his commitment to his work. He certainly has our approval and I would recommend him 1000% to any home buyer. Don't get caught up with realtor suggestions. Be independent and book direct with Michael at Direct Inspections.

He showed up at the exact time he said he would. Michael also had 3 separate, independent inspectors for the HVAC system, a pool inspector and a termite inspector during the 3 hour inspection. All of the inspectors were friendly and quite knowledgeable. Each one took the time to explain things to me and listened to my concerns and gave my concerns extra attention. Michael had the special tools necessary to do an excellent job including an infrared detector to make sure the heat and AC distribution was efficient. I was told I would have the completed report by the end of the day and it was delivered via email as promised along with pictures of the troubling areas. Michael was well organized, methodical and very detailed. Although I am now retired, I was a real estate investor and property manager for 25 years and oversaw the complete maintenance of apartment complexes and industrial buildings I owned. I have dealt with hundreds of contractors while renovating many buildings. Michael stands out at the top of the list of contractors who are very competent, well organized and at the same time easy to communicate with. Michael found some serious issues with the house he was inspecting for me and, not wanting future headaches, I cancelled the Purchase Agreement based on the inspection. I will use Michael again when I find another house and would not hesitate to recommend him to friends and relatives.

Direct Inspections was recommended to me as I was searching for a Home Inspector for a client of mine. Michael was able to accommodate us quickly (due to a shorter than average inspection period) and was incredibly thorough and professional. His report was detailed and efficient, and his communication (before, during, and after the report was sent) went far above what I expected. My client was impressed and very happy that she was saved from a potentially bad investment. Direct Inspections is now who I will be recommending to all of my clients!

very well. Michael was very knowledgeable and provided very useful information after the inspection. This is included a list of recommended contractors. I would highly recommend Direct Inspections and wouldn't hesitate to use them again.

He was honest reliable and caring about our making this investment in a new home and would recommend him without any reservation whatsoever. If you need an objective person whom you can rely upon to assist you with truly gauging the condition of a residence, he would be a good choice.

Stop your search for home inspectors in Sarasota Fl. area.! Direct Inspections owner Michael Koester and his team of experts were a dream to work with. They made our home inspection look easy. Being first time home buyers is a scary process. And we had no idea what we were doing. Once we found the home and our offer was excepted, the next step was to get the home inspected and have a report done all within 15 days. Our realtor gave us inspectors names and numbers, but to get all those inspectors to come on the same day, and get reports filed in a timely manner, not to mention what each wanted in fees seemed like a nightmare waiting to happen. My husband found "Direct Inspections" on Yelp. Sorry Angie! The owner Michael Koester gave us one stop shopping in the home inspection department and all with one reasonable rate/fee. Its a Genius idea! Michael brought with him the pool guy, Bill from Excellence in Pool care, the termite guy, Rick from Hughes Exterminators, and the AC guy, Gary from Gary Air. Michael was not only on time but got there before we did. All the inspections were done within three hours. Each expert took his time and explained to us both in detail what they found and what was going to be put in their reports. At the end of inspections Michael Koester had us follow him through the home as he pointed out the good and the bad. He explained to us in English how all were actually minor and fixable repairs on a 46 yr old home. That same night Direct Inspections owner Michael Koester sent us his full detailed report with actual pictures. Then he called us to go over that same report. He answered all our questions, and steered us in the right directions for any repairs that needed to be done. Even though Michael had reports from the others, We received reports from each service tech within 48hrs of the inspection. The wind mitigation report alone will save us a bundle on our home insurance. We would Highly Recommend "Direct Inspections" to anyone needing a home or condo inspection in the Sarasota Fl. area. Thank you Michael Koester and your team of experts for being on time, knowledgeable, professional, and all a pleasure to work with.

Stop your search for home inspectors in Sarasota Fl.! Being first time home buyers is a scary process. And we had no idea what we were doing. Once we found the home and our offer was excepted, the next step was to get the home inspected and have a report done, all within 15 days. Our realtor gave us inspectors names and numbers, but to get all those inspectors to come on the same day, and get reports filed in a timely manner, not to mention what each wanted in fees seemed like a nightmare waiting to happen. My husband found "Direct Inspections" on Yelp. The owner Michael Koester gave us One Stop Shopping in the Home Inspection department and all with one reasonable fee. Its a Genius idea! Michael brought with him the pool guy, Bill from Excellence in Pool care, the termite guy, Rick from Hughes Exterminators, and the AC guy, Gary from Gary Air. Michael was not only on time but got there before we did. All the inspections were done within three hours. Each expert took his time and explained to us both in detail what they found and what was going to be put in their reports. At the end of inspections Michael Koester had us follow him through the home as he pointed out the good and the bad. He explained to us in English how all were actually minor and fixable repairs on a 46 yr old home. That same night Direct Inspections owner Michael Koester sent us his full detailed report with actual pictures. Then he called us to go over that same report. He answered all our questions, and steered us in the right directions for any repairs that needed to be done. Even though Michael had reports from the others, We received reports from each service tech within 48hrs of the inspection. The wind mitigation report alone will save us a bundle on our home insurance. We would Highly Recommend "Direct Inspections" to anyone needing a home or condo inspection in the Sarasota Fl. area. Thank you Michael Koester and your team of experts for being on time, knowledgeable, professional, affordable, and all a pleasure to work with.

Inspection and report performed in a timely matter.

Michael Koester with Direct Inspections is on our "A Team" for a reason. Having successfully sold real estate for nearly thirty years, I expect excellence, when recommending a service, and he provides it. His knowledge is phenomenal, his professionalism is appreciated. The way he approaches each inspection gives a buyer what they need - from handyman-type repairs to full out issues. He's great at breaking things down, never causing alarm while discussing the report. Highly recommend his services!

Michael Koester and Direct Inspections is the ONLY inspector that I will recommend to my clients in the Sarasota area. My clients are my business and referrals go a long way in keeping busy. I cannot say enough good things about Michael and the way he takes care of our clients. When I call for an appointment, it is handled expeditiously and professionally. Michael tells my clients what they need to hear about the property they are buying - not always pretty, but they are informed. At the end of the day, my client has close to 50 pages of in- depth information regarding their investment. I have worked with Michael for almost two years now and have not had one complaint about him. He is careful to leave the property exactly as it was when he got there. In the two years of doing business, I have only had one client that was displeased - and that was because he DID NOT use Direct Inspections and went with another inspection company! I normally do not do reviews because I live by "if you can't say something nice, say nothing" rule. In the case of Direct Inspections, I can't find fault and will gladly recommend them all day long.