Tom Peters was an excellent inspector. He was very thorough; he took the time to look in all the nooks and crannies, even when it meant crawling into some tight corners. He was extremely knowledgeable, much more so than any other home inspector I've ever hired (surely from his long history in home building). Since we're thinking of renovating this house, it was especially good for us to have an inspector willing to talk to us about the feasibility of various construction options. Tom was happy to explain everything he was doing. His report was very well-organized and included a full description of all issues that needed to be addressed, but it did not include complete notes on everything that he observed. Overall, Tom Peters was great.
Description of Work: Tom Peters inspected a 54-year-old ranch house that I plan to purchase and renovate.
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
$390
GERRY L.
01/2007
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Tom was on time, professional, and thorough. He patiently answered all my questions as I accompanied him on the inspection. He very willingly returned the following day when it was discovered that our attic furnace unit was not heating properly. It turned out that this was not something caused by the inspection process, but he was able to fix the problem temporarily; then put us in touch with a heating/AC company which did a terrific job solving our issue.
Description of Work: Complete inspection of our four bedroom home. Operational systems and fixtures were checked and operated to determine their functionality throughout the house. They provided a thorough examination of attic and exterior.
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
$390
Response from TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS
THANKS FOR THE KIND WORDS. CALL ME WHENEVER YOU HAVE A QUESTION. I WILL BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU OUT.
LEE D.
10/2006
5.0
home inspection
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Trying to schedule with Tom was a bit of a challenge. He said he was switching his cell phone/carrier and that may have been the issue. Not only was it difficult to get him to confirm that he would be coming on the first date we talked about, I needed to change the day and wasn't sure if he could make the change. Once we settled the schedule issue, everything went just fine.
Description of Work: I am in the process of selling my home and wanted an inspection so that I can correct any issues before a buyer's inspector finds them. Tom was very professional in his inspection and knowledgeable about his work. He even showed me some quick, easy fixes I can do that will make me look good to my wife. Tom also gave me pointers through out that might help with the appeal/sale of my house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$335
Response from TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS
ISN'T TECHNOLOGY FUN? ALL MY CELL PROVIDER ISSUES ARE A THING OF THE PAST. I HOPE I CAN HELP YOU AGAIN!
DAVID N.
06/2006
5.0
home inspection
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I was very pleased with Tom's service. He was very thorough and knowledgeable and found a number of items that we weren't aware of including several wiring issues. He also passed on some maintenance tips and general information about home building.
Description of Work: Complete home inspection on a new construction home ten days before closing.
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
$405
Response from TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS
WHAT A GREAT DECISION TO HAVE A NEW HOME INSPECTED. IF YOU DON'T, YOU WILL HAVE TO FIX THE ITEMS I WOULD HAVE LOCATED WHEN IT IS TIME TO SELL YOUR HOME AT AN EXPENSE TO YOU. YOU ARE PAYING THE BUILDER TO DO IT RIGHT, SO WHY PAY TWICE?
SARAH M.
06/2006
2.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
I spent 2 days trying to get this inspector to schedule an inspection with me. I spoke to him twice & indicated I needed an inspection. He kept saying he would call me back. He never called. With only 7 days to get an inspection & make a decision, I was really frustrated to lose that time. If he was too busy to perform the inspection, I wish he would have just told me that on the first call. That would have been fine & I wouldn't have wasted time.
Description of Work: Home inspection request.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS
WE PLAYED PHONE TAG FOR TWO DAYS. I SCHEDULE MY APPOINTMENTS ON A FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVE BASIS AND BY THE TIME WE ACTUALLY TALKED ABOUT EXACT DATES MY CALENDER WAS FILLED. IT'S A GOOD IDEA TO CALL AS SOON AS YOU HAVE A HOME UNDER CONTRACT SO WE CAN MEET YOUR DEADLINES.
JUNG BEI T.
04/2006
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Tom is nice, professional and easy to work with. We were very pleased with his performance. Only I wish if the written report is itemised and categorized like a check list, then it will be easier for me to review.
Description of Work: The inspector Tom Peters met with my husband and did a walk through visual inspection for the house we plan to purchase. He pointed out all the little things that need to be fixed on the house, which is very helpful for us to know what exactly we need to fix up the house. After the inspection, he submitted a written report to us through e-mail. The report described all the findings.
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
Response from TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS
THANKS FOR THE KIND WORDS. IF YOU EVER HAVE A DESIRE TO GET INFORMATION IN A MANNER DIFFERENT THAN THE WAY I PRESENT IT, LET ME KNOW. I CAN SEND MY FIELD NOTES, WHICH ARE IN CHECKLIST FORMAT. I WILL DO WHATEVER IT TAKES TO GET YOU THE INFORMATION YOU WANT IN A WAY THAT IS EASILY USED.
EMMA W.
01/2006
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Mr. Peters was very knowledgeable in his profession. He even pointed out things that were minor, to be sure he was telling me everything. In addition, he answered questions over the phone once I received the written report by email. He is one of the best Home Inspectors I have had in years. I highly recommend him and his company.
Description of Work: Inspected a home I am supposed to buy.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Response from TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS
WOW! WHAT NICE COMMENTS. THANK YOU. I LIKE TO TAKE AS MUCH TIME AS MY CUSTOMERS NEED TO MAKE SURE THEY FIND VALUE IN THE SERVICES I PROVIDE. I TELL THEM, ONCE YOU ARE MY CUSTOMER YOU ARE ALWAYS MY CUSTOMER. PLEASE DON'T HESITATE TO PICK UP THE PHONE AND ASK ME A QUESTION. IF YOU RUN INTO A PROBLEM DOWN THE ROAD, I CAN EVEN MAKE REFERRALS TO REPAIRMEN I HAVE WORKED WITH FOR A LONG TIME, SOME AS LONG AS 22 YEARS.
BETTINA K.
08/2005
5.0
home inspection
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TOM WAS RESPONSIVE AND OBTAINED A DETAILED HISTORY WHEN I CALLED HIM. HE CAME PROMPTLY, AS SCHEDULED, AND WAS PROFESSIONAL AND THOROUGH. HE PROVIDED US WITH A DETAILED, EASY TO UNDERSTAND REPORT, ACCOMPANIED BY PHOTOS AND CLEAR RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FOLLOWUP. TOM ALSO WENT THE EXTRA MILE IN RESPONDING TO QUESTIONS I HAD AFTER HE COMPLETED THE INSPECTION AND REPORT. PRICING WAS REASONABLE AND RIGHT AT THE ESTIMATE TOM PROVIDED BEFORE STARTING THE WORK.
Description of Work: INSPECTED ROOF, ATTIC, AND WINDOWS FOR WATER INTRUSION. WE HAD EXPERIENCED REPEATED SIGNIFICANT LEAKS DURING HEAVY, WINDY STORMS. THREE PREVIOUS CONTRACTORS WERE UNABLE TO CORRECTLY IDENTIFY THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM.
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
$225
Response from TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS
THIS IS WHY I HOPE YOU COME RIGHT TO ANGIE'S LIST TO FIND QUALIFIED CONTRACTORS WITH HIGH RATINGS. I JUST WISH I HAD BEEN THE FIRST PERSON YOU CALLED AND I WOULD HAVE SAVED YOU MONEY AND ALL THE AGGRAVATION OF HAVING TO DEAL WITH THOSE WITHOUT THE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE I BRING TO THE TABLE. AFTER BUILDING MORE THAN 350 HOMES AND INSPECTING THOUSANDS, I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES ON THE TOUGH PROBLEMS. BY THE WAY, THANKS FOR THE BUSINESS AND CONFIDENCE IN MY SERVICES. LET ME KNOW IF I CAN HELP YOU AGAIN.
TERESA W.
06/2005
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
I WAS ABLE TO GET TOM OUT WITH ONLY A FEW DAYS NOTICE. HE WAS ON TIME, FRIENDLY, COURTEOUS AND HELPFUL. I FELT HE DID A VERY THOROUGH JOB, AND I THINK MY AGENT DID, TOO, BECAUSE HE ASKED FOR HIS NAME AND ALSO HOW I'D LOCATED HIM (ANGIE'S LIST!).
Description of Work: PERFORMED AN INSPECTION OF THE HOME I AM ABOUT TO PURCHASE. CHECKED EVERY OUTLET, EVERY FAUCET, EVERY APPLIANCE, ALL SYSTEMS INCLUDING SPRINKLERS. I WAS PRESENT FOR THE INSPECTION & TOM EXPLAINED EVERYTHING & ANSWERED ALL OF MY QUESTIONS. HE LET ME KNOW WHAT I SHOULD BE CONCERNED ABOUT & WHAT WAS RELATIVELY MINOR & ALSO OFFERED SUGGESTIONS FOR HOW TO REPAIR SOME ITEMS. HE PROVIDED A DETAILED INSPECTION REPORT WHICH WAS DIVIDED UP INTO SECTIONS ACCORDING TO THE IMMEDIACY WITH WHICH EACH ISSUE SHOULD BE ADDRESSED. THE REPORT ALSO INCLUDED A LIST OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ITEMS TO BE PERFORMED, AND INTERVALS AT WHICH THEY SHOULD BE COMPLETED.
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
$365
03/2004
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
I HAVE USED THIS COMPANY FOR 4-5 YEARS AND HAVE HAD NOTHING SHORT OF THE BEST SERVICE AND RESPONSE. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Description of Work: HOME INSPECTIONS OF RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE PROPERTIES (INCLUDES STRUCTURAL, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, ROOF, ETC.).
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
$400
06/2003
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
HAS DONE THIS NUMEROUS TIMES. PROFESSIONAL DEPENDABLE, ACCURATE ASSESSMENTS OF PROPERTY
Description of Work: INSPECTED ENTIRE HOME PRIOR TO PURCHASE
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FAQ
TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS offers free project estimates.
No, TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS offers emergency services.
No, TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS does not offer warranties.
TOM PETERS HOME INSPECTIONS offers the following services: COMPLETE COMPREHENSIVE HOME INSPECTIONS, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING, RENOVATIONS, CUSTOM HOME BUILDING.