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Specsure Property Inspections

Home inspection, Radon Detection & Reduction

About us

Founded in 1991 by Lawrence M. Watkins, we have performed literally thousands of residential home inspections and commercial property inspections. Our goal is very simple, but one we take very seriously: In performing a home inspection our goal is to help you understand the condition of the property you are considering so you can make the decision that is right for you. We achieve this goal with a superior mix of experience, preparedness, professional affiliations, certifications and continuing education programs in the home inspection and real estate related industries.

Business highlights

34 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Home inspection; Radon Gas Measurements; Certified Pest Inspections

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.840 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
3%
3
5%
2
0%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.6
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 40 reviews

Angelica L.
01/2023
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
We used Specsure for our first home back in 2017 and they were great! Most recently while trying to find the forever home we used Alan...three times. He was friendly and knowledgeable. His reports also dettered us from a couple homes we would have later regretted as he saw every nook and cranny we didn't! Highly recommend this company and Alan!
Description of Work: Home inspection and radon test.

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
$515

Liz J.
10/2021
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I highly recommend this company! They were able to make an appointment within two days of me calling. Alen was very thorough and walked me through the entire inspection from the attic to the basement. It wasn't awkward that I was watching over his shoulder the whole time and he encouraged me to ask as many questions that I wanted to. Buying a house is an incredibly important decision and I feel that Alen has helped me make an informed choice.
Description of Work: Home inspection

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
$475

Alyssa R.
12/2020
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Jerry inspected our new home for us and was referred by our realtor. Right from the get go we knew this was going to be a good experience, once we set up a time with the seller we received a confirmation email as well as texts (with our permission) on what the next steps were, how many people could be at the inspection (covid) and what to expect, there was even a picture of the inspector in the email so we knew who to look for when arriving at the house. throughout the inspection Jerry explained what he was looking at and let us know multiple ways we could fix them and a ballpark of how much it would cost us or reasons why something looked good. he made us feel very comfortable in our first home buying inspection and we cannot thank him enough!
Description of Work: home inspection

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
$395

Elizabeth W.
04/2020
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
As usual, the scheduling and follow up on line was outstanding. The inspector was prompt and respectful of society's current social distancing and exposure concerns. He took all the necessary recommended precautions, while still doing as thorough an inspection as we know we can expect from Specsure. I've recommended, and personally used, this company many times over the past two decades, but this is my first on line review for them. The only reason for the "B" rating under "price" is that they are not the cheapest home inspection option in town; but if you believe that quality is worth paying for, you should consider using them in the future.
Description of Work: single family residential home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Darbie P.
08/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
It was a great experience. All of the employees at Specsure are professional and take the time to make sure their clients are informed and understand their new homes.
Description of Work: Home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

John M.
06/2018
3.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I have had a lot of experience with home inspectors as I am an active investor. I am new to the Buffalo market so when I needed a home inspection I asked several RE Agents and Specsure & Jerry specifically were mentioned by several. I was with Jerry every step of the way and I was disappointed. Sure, he found things and that part is good but his report was clearly designed to NOT be alarming (no wonder he is recommended by agents - they tend to favor inspectors who don't jeopardize their deals). The problem is if there was something for which you might FAIRLY get some relief from a seller I doubt his report would help you convince the seller of a serious problem. I needed things to be put in proper perspective - the report is an important thing to share with sellers when you are looking for leverage and concessions. Other items I saw that I KNOW are problems he tended to ignore or marginalize. Additionally, he took a LONG time. Too long, over 3 hours. He writes his report during the inspection on a laptop and then uses a small bluetooth connected printer and prints it out right at the venue while you wait. Not the experience I was hoping for; but probably a typical inspection. I am not the average home buyer. I will be buying other properties in Buffalo and I will be looking for other inspectors.
Description of Work: Home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

$700

Derk E.
04/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Larry and his team did a great job. I'm a Realtor and sometime home inspectors are alarmist. This home had issues. They were able to give them the facts, offer solutions and educate about items that may need attention now or sometime in the future. At the end of the inspection my buyers had a complete report to refer back to. If I were a buyer, I would hope to find a home inspection company that performed just like Larry's team at Specture. Great job guys.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

David P.
06/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Amazing customer service provided by Joe Shields. He was very thorough of my inspection on 116 Palmer. Not only that but extremely personable. Alisa Talarico-Malstrom recommended me to company. Both are exceptional people. Joe put things into terms I can understand and really took his time to review the property with a fine tooth comb. I will also recommend your company (Joe) to anyone in need of a home inspection. This is my second home I am purchasing in my life, and the first company I used back in 2010 doesn't touch the amazing service I was given by your company (Joe). He was excellent from start to finish.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

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
$365

JoAnn S.
02/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Joe Shields of Specsure inspected my new home and I couldn't have been more thrilled! Joe was very personable (a huge plus considering you are spending about two hours with this person), and he was very thorough most importantly. I was very confident in his inspection and his explanations of things that are very important to point out to the seller for repair or replace as well as the things I might want to watch and take care of in the future. Awesome job Joe!!!
Description of Work: Home Inspection

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
$505

Rebecca K.
02/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I am a Realtor, and I always recommend Specsure to my clients. I have worked with them quite a few times now, and have had Alan Willard as the inspector 3 times. He does a really great job. He is thorough, knowledgeable, and is happy to answer any questions the client may have. Excellent, professional company. I highly recommend Specsure.
Description of Work: General home inspection and radon test as a part of the home buying process.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$530

Michael S.
09/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Very smooth. It's a really good house so wasn't too bad. Jeff Thomas, the inspector, checked pretty much every inch of the house. Felt very confident in his abilities.
Description of Work: Inspected the home, my in-laws are going to buy, top to bottom. Excellent job, very thorough. Checked all mechanical and electrical and structural elements of the home.

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
$355

J M.
06/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I'm a Realtor in Buffalo, NY and have used Specsure many times for my client's home inspections. They are prompt, thorough, and "tell it like it is" without scaring away potential home buyers. And they are always available for follow-up questions or concerns.
Description of Work: Came out to a property my clients were considering purchasing...and did a thorough home inspection.

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

Pat D.
04/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The inspection was very thorough and taking approximately 5 hours to complete. The inspector was very knowledgeable and explained everything as we went through this very large building. He took numerous pictures and provided us with a complete report that day in a three ring binder. He also answered all of our questions along the way. I would highly recommend Specsure and have used them in the past.
Description of Work: Inspection of a Commercial Building

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
$785

Justin C.
04/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The inspector was very professional. He was on time and ready to begin right at 9am. The inspection was scheduled to take 3 hours. Throughout the inspection he walked me through everything he was doing and allowed me to follow him around throughout the inspection. He took pictures and explained the process and what he was looking for. The inspector was very prepared bringing all the correct equipment and even inside and outside shoes. The inspection was extremely thorough and complete. At the end of the inspection i was provided the results immediately in a binder complete with a color 41 page report and usb drive with all the pictures he took and report. I highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Complete inspection of home including Radon Gas Test

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
$535

Ryan S.
04/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
My inspector, Joe Shields, took me through the whole house, showing me each step he was doing and why. As a first time home buyer, it's hard to know what you don't know, Joe made that easy. He was friendly, good with the sellers dogs, and honest. I didn't feel rushed or pressured in any way, and he left me feeling good about my pending home purchase. I would happily recommend Joe and Specsure to my friends and family, and will buses this company again should I need to buy another home in the future.
Description of Work: Got up on roof, and then explored the entire attic. Checked foundation walls for cracks. Checked every faucet and water source, flushed each toilet. Tested all outlets and performed GFI outlet testing Observed lay of the land for water flow downhill and prevailing wind direction. Checked water tank and HVAC system Wall and door frames for evidence of fountation problems. Many more things and took about 3 hours.

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
$380

Lynn M.
03/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
It went very well. They do a complete job, they are thorough and professional. I am always pleased when a client chooses this company for their home inspection.
Description of Work: Inspected the home for buyer to see if there were any problems. Checked foundation, roof, mechanics, etc

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
$430

Stephen E.
02/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
. Mr. Glenn arrived ahead of schedule so he could examine the exterior from many angles from adjoining streets. Then with the buyer in tow, performed a very thorough inspection. This is an older home and as such of course is not perfect. He looked everywhere he could, all the time giving me valuable tips on how to look for and deal with the many problems that can come up in such homes. He was very patient with my questions and lack of knowledge in these areas. I have no doubt from his demeanor and obvious expertise that I got a great service. We identified a few significant issues that will be corrected to ensure safety. Overall, he spent over 4 hours on site. I received the full report that evening. In addition, the owner of the company was very helpful in arranging the inspection and addressing my questions. I have no reservation in giving high marks to this team.
Description of Work: An extensive inspection of a turn of the century (115 yrs old) Victorian in Buffalo.

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
$500

Vianne S C.
07/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Alan Willard was very thorough and encouraged me to "shadow" his every move and ask a lot of questions. He was very organized and took more than 3 hours to complete the inspection of all the systems in the home. At the end, he printed a report and sent an e-mail copy. I would recommend and utilize his services again.
Description of Work: Complete outside and inside home inspection and radon detection, pre-purchase of a home

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
$551

Michele G.
06/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Joe was fantastic!! We walked through everything together. He explained everything clearly and was very detailed. Luckily I had no issues with the home that was being inspected. Joe was very professional and took the time to answer all my questions and/or concerns. Great Inspection!! I would highly recommend Specsure and Joe. Great company and great inspector. Thank you Joe for a great inspection and putting my mind at ease.
Description of Work: Joe Shields provided a home inspection for us through Specsure.

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
$310

Caitlin K.
05/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Joe took his time and explained everything to me so that I would understand. I will definitely be using them in the future!
Description of Work: Inspection for a home I am buying

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$475

Kathleen M.
03/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They are my favorite. My clients used them and so I don’t know the cost. They give a really great home inspection and a good report. Their professional level is excellent. They’re just very good. They show up on time.
Description of Work: I used Specsure for home inspection. The contact person’s name is Larry Watkins.

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

Bruce R.
12/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The licensed inspector was on-site when I arrived and promptly introduced himself (Jerry) to me and my brother who was my "personal interpreter" of any construction terminology [I am an accountant and "check valve" "gfi" and such terms are not part of my daily lexicon...[ he's a plumber]. He was not needed for that as Jerry made sure he explained everything very thoroughly to my, and my brothers, satisfaction. Jerry tested and/or checked virtually EVERYTHING in that house! The inspection report was professional and detailed. I will be recommending this company to anyone I know that needs this service.
Description of Work: Provided an inspection of a home that we are preparing to purchase.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$335

Kathleen M.
10/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The things I love about Specsure: - The inspection - Clear , thorough, tons of pictures, and you get it immediately - The inspectors - Knowledgeable, articulate, patient, and respectful - The Company - Convenient, easy to work with, and reasonably priced (especially for the services you get)
Description of Work: I am a Realtor and have had many different home inspection companies do inspections, give reports, and service my clients.

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

Kara D.
10/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Everything went great, we could not have been happier with Alan, our inspector. He was extremely thorough and spent all the time we needed with him. And we had a lot of questions! I would highly recommend this company. From the initial phone call to the follow up results, everything was very timely and professional. We received the printed report in a binder on the spot, along with photos on a CD from the inspection. Very pleased customer here!
Description of Work: Home inspection and radon test

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$475

Diwata F.
06/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
We hired Specsure twice. The first time they saved us from a really terrible house. THANK GOODNESS. The second time we felt really comfortable going forward with the purchase. All the major issues were covered in the report. Alan is extremely thorough. He is a buyer's advocate and really really takes his time combing through all important areas of the house. I have recommended this company to friends. Our real estate agent also commented that he was excellent compared to others she had seen and took his number. I've never felt so strongly about a service. They go above and beyond. Great service especially for old Buffalo homes. / Company overall is very tech-friendly. They offered digital files.
Description of Work: Home Inspection (375) + Radon Test (185) - Returning customer discount (70)

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
$490
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Contact information

P O Box 561, Williamsville, NY 14231

http://specsure.com

Service hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Home inspection,
Radon Detection & Reduction

FAQ

Specsure Property Inspections is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Monday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Specsure Property Inspections accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Specsure Property Inspections offers free project estimates.
No, Specsure Property Inspections does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Specsure Property Inspections does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Specsure Property Inspections offers emergency services.
No, Specsure Property Inspections does not offer warranties.
Specsure Property Inspections offers the following services: Home inspection; Radon Gas Measurements; Certified Pest Inspections

Contact information

P O Box 561, Williamsville, NY 14231

http://specsure.com

Service hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM