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Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing

Home inspection, Wells and Pumps, Lead Testing & Removal,

About us

Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job.

Business highlights

20 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Dispute and code inspections, safety and home, existing homeowner, individual home component, radon and mold, septic and well, pump, arsenic testing of wood decks, well chlorinations, noise and odor detections, pest, lead paint risk assessments, asbestos testing, water quality testing, arsenic and radon & expert witness.

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.08 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-8 of 8 reviews

Mitch B.
01/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Excellent service, follow-up and 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
$1,000

Mitch B.
12/2012
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Fantastic. We had original inspector who missed numerous items and thus we called in Calvin who provided a detailed report. Calvin was able to identify issues and we were then able to get the appropriate action to get them resolved.
Description of Work: Excellent service in providing complete home inspections with photos and written 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
$5,000

SANDRA C.
06/2012
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Smoothly. We scheduled the inspection months in advance and he was able to meet our scheduling. He has helped up find a local contractor as well. Having purchased several homes and used different inspectors Calvin was the most detailed we have ever used.
Description of Work: Calvin inspected a lake house in northern Indiana for us, the buyers. The price is higher than normal as we included the septic system and well and water analysis. He was responsive, on time and very professional. His report was very detailed and included extensive photos to document the issues. The detailed inspection took 3 days - not your typical inspection. We would use him again.

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
$1,500

Clint H.
04/2010
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Usually most people shun a home inspection when buying a house. They feel it is a waste of time, and on some occasions, a rip-off. You have someone that comes in and spend an hour with a flashlight, and then gives the ok. NOT THIS INSPECTOR! Calvin Bolt arrives on time and ready to thoroughly inspect your house. I found him on Angies list. During his inspection, he pinpointed problems that may or may not seal the deal with our house. He pointed out minor problems that even the simplest do-it-yourselfer can fix, but more importantly, he pointed out major problems with the house, no holds barred. He even fixed a minor problem from turning into a major issue, but ensured me that it has to be repaired immediately. My husband and I are purchasing a foreclosed home, our first home, and I Thank God I found Calvin Bolt. He was there when he said he was going to be, and spent over 4 hours in the house, inspecting every nook and cranny that by law is allowed. He sent a 40 page report to us with all the details. Has anyone ever heard of a 40 page report from a home inspector before? Don't get me wrong, this is not an unlivable, condemned house that he inspected. Any unassuming purchaser would have gladly moved into this property, and forego the inspection. Calvin Bolt is extremely thorough, and when you hire him, he WORKS FOR YOU! I am totally sold on having a house inspection on any house I ever buy in the future, because of Calvin Bolt Home Inspections. He will be the only one I'll ever hire. And if any of my friends or associates ever need an inspection, there will be only one name that comes to mind to me. Calvin Bolt Home Inspections.
Description of Work: Usually most people shun a home inspection when buying a house. They feel it is a waste of time, and on some occasions, a rip-off. You have someone that comes in and spend an hour with a flashlight, and then gives the ok. NOT THIS INSPECTOR! Calvin Bolt arrives on time and ready to thoroughly inspect your house. I found him on Angies list. During his inspection, he pinpointed problems that may or may not seal the deal with our house. He pointed out minor problems that even the simplest do-it-yourselfer can fix, but more importantly, he pointed out major problems with the house, no holds barred. He even fixed a minor problem from turning into a major issue, but ensured me that it has to be repaired immediately. My husband and I are purchasing a foreclosed home, our first home, and I Thank God I found Calvin Bolt. He was there when he said he was going to be, and spent over 4 hours in the house, inspecting every nook and cranny that by law is allowed. He sent a 40 page report to us with all the details. Has anyone ever heard of a 40 page report from a home inspector before? Don't get me wrong, this is not an unlivable, condemned house that he inspected. Any unassuming purchaser would have gladly moved into this property, and forego the inspection. Calvin Bolt is extremely thorough, and when you hire him, he WORKS FOR YOU! I am totally sold on having a house inspection on any house I ever buy in the future, because of Calvin Bolt Home Inspections. He will be the only one I'll ever hire. And if any of my friends or associates ever need an inspection, there will be only one name that comes to mind to me. Calvin Bolt Home Inspections.

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
$495

Response from Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing
Thanks! I wish the best for you as you take up occupancy in your first home. I appreciate that you took the time to write these comments, to share your thoughts and experience with the home inspection I performed. Thanks for using my services! For the Best, Calvin Bolt

Marcie K.
05/2009
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Calvin Bolt was extremely thorough. We have had a home inspection done before, and all I can say is, Calvin is the inspector you want to hire! He spent almost an entire day at the house, not just a quick run-through or check box list. His report was like a master's thesis! We are so thankful that we had Calvin Bolt inspect our home. He was very honest and his service did not only end with the inspection, but he was more than happy to answer any emails or questions we had up to the actual purchase. He gave us ideas on fixing things and his recommedations were very helpful. He is just an honest guy with a lot of integrity and pride in his work. If we ever move again, we will definitely be hiring Calvin to inspect our home in the future.
Description of Work: Calvin Bolt inspected the home we were considering purchasing. This inspection included a well and septic tank, and a near 40 year old home with an added on porch/deck.

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
$1,100

Response from Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing
Thanks. I appreciate your kind, thoughtful words of expression. Wishing you the best, Calvin Bolt

Anthony M.
01/2009
5.0
Not only advised us of the presence of a minor mold problem, but also pointed out some other deficiencies in another contractor's work, which did not meet code.
Description of Work: Performed a crawlspace inspection for mold...extremely thorough!!

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$335

Response from Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing
Thanks. I appreciate you taking the time to send this report in. Take care! For the Best, Calvin Bolt

Jon S.
12/2008
5.0
wells
  + -1 more
Very thorough in the testing process, and very knowledgeable in the subject matter. Professional and reasonably priced. Calvin provided additional information and suggestions about several areas of the dwelling that was extremely helpful.
Description of Work: Water and radon gas tests. Well samples and basement measurements.

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 Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing
Thanks! It looks you said everything my Mother instructed you to say! Ha! See ya around the next block! For the Best, Calvin Bolt

Donald E G.
09/2008
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I called and discussed their home inspection services, basic and the optional (additional cost) inspections and testing services. I contracted for a complete inspection and for the optional services. Learned it would take more than day to do a thorough inspection (compared to the one hour walk through for a higher fee my own Realtor was recommending.). The home inspection was for less money but with the optional inspections and tests this did cost more. What I got was unbelievable detail and depth of the inspection and the completeness of the reports. Items that I'm sure would have been missed had it not been as thorough as Calvin Bolt performed. Then the real test came as the seller had the repairs made. Everything that was supposedly repaired wasn't. Re inspection and then it all started over again and then Re-inspection of their work and the repairs had not been made. At least 8 (or more) times for re inspections. Weeks to get serious safety issues repaired. The reinspections, reports, and those follow-up services were all delivered in the same professional manner and beyond what was promised. Even returned to watch several of the later repairs. The helpfulness provided was truly unbelievable. This has to be the Exemplar of the Home Inspection Industry. I would now never consider purchasing property without a professional inspection but Calvin Bolt delivered more than one could ever expect and exceeding everything that was promised.
Description of Work: Home inspection. My Realtor suggested a home inspector and that the inspection would take about an hour and I should be present so they could show me any repairs they might find. Having a background in construction and home repair I knew I needed more. I contacted several local tradesman and they identified this company as having found fault they themselves would have never seen. The first 3 identified this as the most thorough inspector. My Realtor was upset telling me that he finds too many faults when inspecting. Hello here, I'm the buyer and want to know what if anything was wrong, And this was a Realtor that was supposed to be working for me obviously was not the professional Realtor the Real Estate industry should have.

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
$1,200

Response from Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing
I DIDN'T KNOW YOU WERE SENDING IN THIS REPORT. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO RELATE YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH ME! I APPRECIATE THAT! I AM GLAD YOU WERE PLEASED. YOUR REPORT OPENED UP THE DOOR FOR ME TO NOW BE ON ANGIE'S LIST. THANKS AGAIN! CALVIN BOLT

    Contact information

    1310 Oriole Dr, Warsaw, IN 46580

    www.inspectionsbetterbybolt.com

    Licensing

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    Yes
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    No
    State Contractor License Requirements

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    Service Categories

    Home inspection,
    Wells and Pumps,
    Lead Testing & Removal,
    Mold Testing & Remediation,
    Septic Systems,
    Radon Detection & Reduction

    FAQ

    Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
    Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    No, Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing offers emergency services.
    No, Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing does not offer warranties.
    Calvin Bolt Inspections & Testing offers the following services: Dispute and code inspections, safety and home, existing homeowner, individual home component, radon and mold, septic and well, pump, arsenic testing of wood decks, well chlorinations, noise and odor detections, pest, lead paint risk assessments, asbestos testing, water quality testing, arsenic and radon & expert witness.

    Contact information

    1310 Oriole Dr, Warsaw, IN 46580

    www.inspectionsbetterbybolt.com