We provide traditional pre-purchase home and building inspections with an emphasis on energy and moisture related issues or concerns. From the high rise studio condo to large multi-family or commercial buildings, we have significant experience to better help you understand the ins and outs of your future purchase or existing property.
Business highlights
17 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Home inspection, condo inspection, multi-family inspection, common area inspection, reserve study, property condition assessment (PCA), moisture intrusion, leaks, energy audit, roof inspection, masonry, split face block, ventilation, indoor air quality
The work here was not very good and below my expectations, based on previous experiences with other home inspection companies. Post-inspection information provided was not nearly as comprehensive as with other companies I used in the past. The response time for some elements of the report was very delayed and certain elements for which we had paid were not delivered until we asked for them more than once. All this made negotiating with the seller for credits more difficult and time consuming than it needed to be. The last thing that should happen is for an entity you bring to the table to actually impede the negotiations. Instead, they should be your advocates. I didn't feel that this was the case with this company. Now that we've moved into the home, there are several issues that the inspector seems to have either missed, glossed over or ignored all together - some major, some minor. I wouldn't use them again and considering the extremely high price, I'm especially displeased that I did.
Description of Work: I hired this company to inspect a residential building on which I'd made an offer to purchase.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0
$1,520
Response from Chicago Building Inspections, Inc.
So we've taken some time to put all of the pieces together on this one and they don't add up. There are numerous emails to the client regarding the sewer condition which were stated at the time of inspection, in the ensuing report, and via email post inspection. The physical delivery of the sewer video scope was delayed by the 3rd party contractor but the issue at hand was well known to all parties involved. Our inspector, Robert, also has numerous email threads discussing issues post inspection. There is a disconnect here between expectations and the Client had an understanding of what he wanted us to do versus how we actually do it; such as us sitting down after the inspection to review all of the findings. We're sorry, that's what the report and phone follow up is for. There was also some consternation about the location (where in the home) two missing screens were. In his review, the Client states that there were items that were "missed, glossed over or ignored altogether" but he won't share those with us. Why? I, the owner, reached out several times post inspection to the Client to do whatever is in our power to make this correct, including a FULL REFUND of the inspection fee. I've yet to receive a response as of Friday 11/3/2017 from voice mail or emails to the Client.
Devin R.
05/2017
5.0
energy audit
+ -1 more
Wonderful. Inspector showed up on time, was very professional and thorough. He also answered any questions I had about the unit. Photos that were provided in the inspection report were very helpful and helped to identify all of the inner workings of the unit.
Description of Work: Home inspection for unit purchase.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$380
Jennifer S.
05/2017
5.0
energy audit
+ -1 more
Provided water infiltration inspection and provided a report. In addition, he assisted in reviewing bids by vendors and helped us through the entire process including post work review. He did an outstanding job and we will use him again as well as recommend him to others.
Description of Work: Conducted water infiltration inspection and produced detailed report.
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Service Categories
Energy Efficiency Auditing,
Home inspection
FAQ
Chicago Building Inspections, Inc. is currently rated 4.3 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Chicago Building Inspections, Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, Chicago Building Inspections, Inc. does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Chicago Building Inspections, Inc. offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Chicago Building Inspections, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Chicago Building Inspections, Inc. offers emergency services.
No, Chicago Building Inspections, Inc. does not offer warranties.
Chicago Building Inspections, Inc. offers the following services: Home inspection, condo inspection, multi-family inspection, common area inspection, reserve study, property condition assessment (PCA), moisture intrusion, leaks, energy audit, roof inspection, masonry, split face block, ventilation, indoor air quality