Classic Home Inspections Inc.

Rating: 5 out of 5

Classic Home Inspections Inc. reviews (710)

  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 30 Mar 2010

    home inspection

    We bought this house that according to the owner was just newly renovated. We loved the house so much that we agreed not to get inspection prior to purchasing. I looked at homestar.ca to see who I could find for home inspection and I saw that Home Classic Inspections had a lot of great reviews. So I decided to call Brent. I was not disappointed. Brent made us at ease that the house is in good condition. Just needed minor things but not urgent. Now, we felt better that the house was really in good condition as we were told. I would definitely recommend Brent to anyone looking for their home to get inspected. He was on time, answered our questions, and friendly. Thanks again, Brent.

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the review Josh !!! It is much appreciated!!! I always love inspecting homes that have just been "recently renovated", or at least that's how they are being sold. I have seen some great work done, and some not so great. What I think really amazes me is when they spare no expense on the materials themselves, but shortcut on things that are inexpensive to begin with. Which in turn, causes grief. Sometimes I wonder with the renovations if it is just a little "lipstick" ( as we like to call it ), ot has the job been done properly. Always makes for an interesting inspection. Thanks again Josh, and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

    Reply created 1 Apr 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 28 Mar 2010

    Home Inspection

    We found Brent on homestars and decided to call him for the home inspection of a new house. Brent is simply just great. Brent was friendly, courteous and punctual since the first phone call. He answered all our questions in detail without any rushing. He gave us advices and tips. He made notes for us and took lot of pictures. We are very happy with him and it was a pleasure to discuss and spend time with him and would highly recommend him for anyone in need of a home inspector. Thank you so much Brent

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the review Asim !!! It is much appreciated! Fortunetely, there wasn't much wrong with the home. Not the case with every new home though. However, it's always nice to tell people that it's minimum. It's just amazing what the problems can be with new homes. Sometimes it's VERY questionable as to how things "passed" inspection from people with authority. Sometimes I wonder if they even bothered to get out their car to look. Anyways, not the case with you. Thanks again, and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

    Reply created 1 Apr 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 17 Mar 2010

    Home Inspection

    Brent showed up to do our home inspection on short notice. He finished the inspection on time and he spent a lot of time explaining all the findings to us. His inspection report was very detailed and easy to understand. Overall a very positive experience!

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the review Drago ! Wow, what a Mt Pleasant beauty! At, least I thought so. Hopefully all went well with that one. Isn't it amazing that some electricians will replace some of the knob and tube wiring, but not all of it. I have no idea why. People paid to have the wiring updated. Then I come in an tell you there's still a bunch of it still present within the home. It always seems to throw a wrench into the mix. There's so many honest tradespeople out there doing a great job, yet there is still so many questionable ones who don't seem to care. Oh well, it can be replaced. Thanks again for the review Drago, and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

    Reply created 18 Mar 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 15 Mar 2010

    home inspection for new condo

    We had Brent come in and do our PDI and 30 day report for our new condo last month. He was very professional right from the get go from the first time we spoke on the phone, all the way to the end of his service. He was very thorough and found 25 issues with our place.. some were small but I probably would've overlooked them and some were more concerning and he spent more time trying to figure out what the builders did. I recommended him to two other friends in the same building and he gave us a group rate if we had our appointments on the same day in a row. He was very patient and answered all of our questions. My friends and I were happy with his service that more people in our complex who are moving in soon have decided to use his services as well... I assure you you will not be disappointed. I will use his services again if I ever move again!

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the review A&A in Leslieville! It is much appreciated! You know, 25 issues actually isn't even that much! I actually thought those were fairly well built and had minimal issues. Heck, in some of the new homes in surrounding areas of Toronto, problems?, wow, lots of them. I've done multimillion dollars homes, that if I was to tell you the problems they had, you would think I was lying! ...and they were "custom built". Honestly, yes, a few problems with your home, but you should be quite happy overall. Thanks again A&A, and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

    Reply created 18 Mar 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 15 Mar 2010

    Home Inspection

    When we met Brent at the house, he said he “will dissect it” and that’s exactly what he did. He checked absolutely everywhere, including the roof, even though it was raining. He pointed to all the issues he found and gave us helpful hints on how to resolve them. Brent also showed he has a good sense of humor and was a pleasure to work with!

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the kind words and review Igor !!! It's great when someone like yourself brings such enthusiasm, and humour, to the inspection! It certainly makes the inspection a lot more interesting and entertaining for the both of us ! I love when people such as yourself shadows me, and asks many questions. It's nice to see that people take such interest in the home they are about to purchase! I am glad that you are happy with the inspection. Thanks again, and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

    Reply created 18 Mar 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 11 Mar 2010

    Home Inspection

    Had my home inspection last night onmy first home with Brent from Classic Home Inspections and I am beyond pleased with the experience. Brent was extremely professional, arrived early, incredibely nice and was definitely an expert in his field. He provided an in-depth home inpsection - he took his time, answered my 10 million questions and provided my with an organzied binder containing all of his reports. I would recommend anyone looking for a home inpsector to give Brent/Classic Home Inspections a call!

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the kind words and review Tiz !!! A real gem you've got there! Yes, some issues that will be have to be dealt with, but overall good. You had 10 million questions, and I wouldn't have cared if you had 10 million more. Go ahead, ask away! It's your purchase! Remember, when people have questions, it's always creates great conversation. I am there to inform you about the home. I am glad that you are happy with the inspection. Thanks again, and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections !!!

    Reply created 11 Mar 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 9 Mar 2010

    Home Inspection

    Brent was thorough and informative. I felt confidant that I could make an educated decision about my first home purchase after Brent had finished. He takes the time to explain everything. He clearly takes pride in his work and it shows. Worth every penny.

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the review JLS !!! I really appreciate it! I'm glad that I was able to help with the big decision that you had to make. It's certainly a big one! Yes we found mold in the basement, but the key is, why is it there. With you going through the inspection with me, hopefully you now have a better understanding as to why. That is why it is also key why people attend the home inspection!!! Thanks again, and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

    Reply created 11 Mar 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 8 Mar 2010

    Older home inspection

    Buying an older home is a bit scary. Brent arrived on time and spent the next four hours thoroughly inspecting the house both interior and exterior, over and under the roof. He explained everthing to me and I now have a better understanding of how to maintain the property. He had a balance approach to inspecting the home; i.e. he pointed out the defects and recommended solutions, and also pointed out the positive features of the property. I was very reassured and impressed, and I've already recommended Brent to others.

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the review Pina !!! It is much appreciated ! Pina, let's establish this. Older homes are not as scary as newer ones! As a matter of fact, the older the better. Well, not in all cases, but certainly in many. Yes Pina, I do try an "educate" a person about the home. A person needs to know more about the home than just a bunch of problems. It's also the prevention of problems which are key. Thanks again Pina, I am glad that you were happy with the inspection. Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

    Reply created 11 Mar 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 6 Mar 2010

    new home inspection

    Brent did a new home inspection on our home. He arrived on time and was very thorough. He provided us with a list of inadequate items along with a photo of each of the items. We were then able to confidently submit a deficiency list to the builder and to Tarion and have since had the deficiencies resolved. Thanks to Brent!

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the review Linda !!! Arn't new homes a funny thing? I don't mean "ha, ha" funny, but the problems that they can have? It's amazing how many people buy a new home because they basically just want a home that's "problem free". Most of these buyers are in for a rude awakening! New homes can have many more issues than homes that are much older. Many people will ask me if I live in a new home. Nope, I live in a 50 year old home. Then they will follow it up with, "would I buy a new home?" Well, yes, I would. It's just you have to be real careful with home builders. Let's just leave it at that. Thanks again Linda! Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

    Reply created 11 Mar 2010
  • Review from HomeOwner
    Rating: 5 out of 5
    Review left on 5 Mar 2010

    Home Inspection

    Brent has done three home inspections for us and each time he has gone the extra mile. Brent takes the time and energy to do a thorough job, climbing on the roof or entering an attic when other inspectors wouldn't. He is always honest and willing to walk you through and has a great attitude. I would recommend his company to anyone. Thanks again Brent!

    Answer from pro:

    Thank you so much for the kind words and review Sarah !!! Once, twice, three times a charm!!! ... and what a gem that last one was! I always find it so ammusing when realtors or homebuyers/sellers tell me, "wow, my home inspector doesn't do that". I simply respond, "hmmm, well they should be". Please understand this, most home inspectors are lazy. In my books, they give more excuses than they do answers. Which in turn, totally kills it for inspectors like myself who are trying the best they can. Thank you Sarah for the review, I do take these things seriously !!! Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

    Reply created 5 Mar 2010