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Trebor Home Inspections

Home inspection, Radon Detection & Reduction

About us

My name is Robert Foster. As a full time home inspector with over 32 years of experience working on clients' homes, including an architectural degree, I bring an extensive knowledge base with me to your home inspection. As a buyer, you want a home inspector who will thoroughly examine the home's primary systems in order to discover anything that should be corrected prior to your purchase. My reports are easy to read with color coded comments, pictures and meaningful recommendations you can trust.

Services we offer

I perform Home inspections and Radon Testing. I am certified with both the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors and The State of Virginia. I am also certified with the National Radon Proficiency Program and use Continuous Radon Monitors that provide certified results that I upload with the inspection report.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
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MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Reviews

5.012 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-12 of 12 reviews

David M.
12/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Excellent and very complete inspection with good recommendations.
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
$425

Philip V.
06/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Robert is a fantastic inspector. He has a deep knowledge and passion for houses. He provided us a detailed and thorough inspection report, which used in the house negotiations to have the owners fix a number of items which we would have never known about without him, so it was definitely worth the cost of the inspection. Also, we know know the other currently minor things that we'll need to take care of ourselves, which will definitely save future cost from preventing them from going further. More than the things that were wrong with the house, he was able to determine that the house overall was in great shape, and justified the price the owners were asking for it.

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
$400

Beatrice S.
06/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I have not yet had the service done, but Robert was excellent! He emailed me back promptly, told me he understood foundations, roofing, and guttering. He also looked up my house on GIS. Quotes are based on the age of the house and square footage. Robert offers a fair price for starting out. I really liked his website!
Description of Work: Robert Foster provided me with a quote.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

James G.
06/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Robert was extremely professional and thorough, and his list of recommended changes was accepted by the Seller almost exactly as he wrote them up. His communication was excellent. Having just moved in, I can say that we already appreciate the changes that were made, and it's nice to have the peace of mind of knowing that a knowledgeable professional has looked the house over carefully.

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
$500

Eric K.
02/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Robert arrived a few minutes early and started right away...did not waste any time. He identified a long list of discrepancies, which he divided into four categories (Concers, Deficiencies, Safety Issues, Informational). He was very descriptive and explained things so that it was easy to understand. He did not mind us tagging along and answering our questions, and he would point out code violations, so that there were no surprises on the home inspection report. He took pictures of everything and uploaded the home inspection to his website by the end of the day. Highly recommended!
Description of Work: Robert conducted a home inspection and Radon testing for our future 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
$625

Vincent H.
02/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .

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

Caroline L.
08/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Our experience working with Robert Foster on the home inspections was excellent in every way. Robert is exceptionally responsive from the start. He is clear and efficient in his communications. HIs website is extremely helpful in understanding what to expect from the inspection and the follow-up to the inspection. On site, Robert is thorough and attentive to every aspect of the inspection process. Additionally, he offered useful, understandable explanations about all aspects of our home. We learned a great deal during both inspections, which will certainly benefit us as new homeowners. We recommend Robert without reservation.
Description of Work: Robert Foster completed two inspections for our newly constructed home: pre-drywall inspection and final inspection. The cost of service listed above is the price for both services.

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
$650

Lane R.
07/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Robert, the inspector and owner, has a great system. You call and request an inspection and he sets you up an online account. You sign the estimate/inspection agreement electronically. Once the inspection is complete, a few hours later he emails you and you can sign into your account and access your full report immediately. You can print it out or forward it to others as needed. Robert was very easy to work with from the get go. He even helped work with the realtor to make sure all the needed utilities were on, etc. He showed up on time and spent several hours with us going meticulously through the house from top to bottom and fully explaining his findings as he went along. We learned alot about our new house and got some great suggestions on how to improve on things or keep up with necessary maintenance. The report was easy to understand and read. The inspection uncovered a subtle problem with water in the basement that we had not noticed previously. We are going to have some gutter work done immediately upon closing to address this. Overall, the findings in the inspection helped negotiate our purchase down $10K after the sellers reviewed the report. Totally worth it! Recommend highly.
Description of Work: Full home inspection, house built in 1955

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

Kristin S.
06/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Working with Robert was a pleasant experience. He was very thorough, taking over 4 hours to look at ever aspect of the home we bought. The online inspection report he provided has been useful, not only in negotiating the price of the home, but even now as we begin to fix it up to move it. As two people who are totally ignorant on home repair issues, Robert explained in detail why problems he found mattered and how they can be fixed. Multiple times, we have referred back to the inspection report as we make our checklists and budgets for what needs to be done on the house. The only thing that was negative about the experience is something that I think is inherent in all home inspections. I left the inspection feeling much less in love with the home then when we first decided to buy it. In fact, I was downright depressed. But I had to remember, it's Robert's job to be critical, not to highlight the good things about the home you're purchasing.
Description of Work: Robert did an incredibly 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
$500

NICHOLAS F L.
04/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Great
Description of Work: Robert is a very nice, punctual, and extremely thorough guy. His reports are comprehensive, easy to read, and provide a great reference point during negotiations.

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
$725

Don M.
04/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Please fix my address on your website: it is "Scherzo Drive," not "Csherzo Drive." Thanks.
Description of Work: The company seems reliable and would have used them, but we could not come up with a date when all parties would be available. This was due to a tight time constraint on my end, not theirs.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Karen P.
05/2012
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Robert arrived early and looked over my list of questions. I had prepared these ahead of time so I could make sure I learned as much as possible. He made sure he was aware of every question. When got to a portion that answered one of my questions, he pointed to my clipboard to make sure I wrote down the answer. We left the inspection knowing how everything on the house worked, its condition, and options for repairs we'll need to do. We feel Robert went beyond what was required of a home inspector and have already recommended him to others.
Description of Work: Trebor Home Inspections provided a very thorough inspection of a home were are preparing to purchase. He went over everything inside and outside the home with a fine-tooth comb.

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

    Contact information

    312 Patriot Way, Charlottesville, VA 22903

    treborhomeinspections.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Saturday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured
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    Service Categories

    Home inspection,
    Radon Detection & Reduction

    FAQ

    Trebor Home Inspections is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Monday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Thursday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Friday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Saturday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Trebor Home Inspections accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
    Yes, Trebor Home Inspections offers free project estimates.
    No, Trebor Home Inspections does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Trebor Home Inspections does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Trebor Home Inspections does not offer emergency services.
    No, Trebor Home Inspections does not offer warranties.
    Trebor Home Inspections offers the following services: I perform Home inspections and Radon Testing. I am certified with both the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors and The State of Virginia. I am also certified with the National Radon Proficiency Program and use Continuous Radon Monitors that provide certified results that I upload with the inspection report.

    Contact information

    312 Patriot Way, Charlottesville, VA 22903

    treborhomeinspections.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Saturday:
    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM