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Episode 77 Jim Van Loosen

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Jim Van Loosen
Jim Van Loosen
ASAP Home Inspections and Environmental Testing

– Present (3 years 9 months)211 Stevenson Rd N Oshawa, Ontario

I bring the latest in equipment, technology and knowledge with me to every inspection and do my best to find as many visible defects as possible. I use Infrared Scanning technology for free at every inspection. Home Inspections is my sideline, my clients needs are my business1

ASAP Home Inspections and Environmental Testing View our Sitemap Oshawa Office Peterborough Office 211 Stevenson Rd N 2652 Ridgetop Cres Email us and ask us anything! Oshawa, ON Peterborough, ON L1J5M7 K9L1H9 jim@asaphi.ca asaphomeinspections@asaphi.ca 905-410-6717 Toll Free 855-410-6717 View our commercial.

The most common question we get from people is Why should we choose ASAP Home Inspections and Environmental testing? One easy to read paragraph below answers that.

It’s simple basic reasoning that keeps everyone choosing
ASAP Home Inspections and Environmental Services! FREEBIES Included such as FREE 90 Day Home  Warranty, RecallChek on ALL appliances for life, FREE Infrared Imaging to help find thermal, electrical and water problems, State of the art technology, Friendly, Courteous, Honest and yet customer oriented, FREE Gas Leak testing on visible lines and appliances, FREE Carbon Monoxide Testing, Humidity and Temperature Monitoring in each room, Highly Professional Home Inspection Reports emailed to you, Electronically Signed agreements ( to reduce the hassle of meeting up), a dedicated 4×4 truck so we don’t miss appointments due to inclement  weather, Certified Professional Inspectors, Uniformed Inspectors with proper ID cards so you know who we are, FREE smiles, we are certified indoor air consultants and we carry our Environmental Test Kit with us to every inspection (if we run into environmental issues such as mold, lead, radon, asbestos, allergens, and even bed bugs{extra cost for specialized testing}),We also do a FREE walk through home inspection when you take possession of your home to ensure there are no major issues that are different than those pointed out in the original home inspection report, Agents refer us again and again. The biggest reason you want to hire us to inspect your home? If you don’t:

You Don’t Know What You’re Missing!®

If you would like more reason then just dig around on our easy access website and I know you will find many more.

Like HomeVerified reports that include Grow op info, Meth Lab, schools in the area and their ratings, businesses in the area, insurance history claims and how much they were etc (extra cost) An excellent value an only one place in Canada to get all that information in one place. Just click the HomeVerified button below to order you report today. (you can even order it if you aren’t a client) Awesome selling feature for real estate agents and home sellers and buyers!!!!

Jim Van Loosen is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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Episode 75 Bruce LaBell – Drones

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Bruce LaBell
Bruce LaBell

In this interview Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector interviews Bruce Labell of Royal Home Inspections all about drones and their use in home inspection.  There is a lot of confusion about using this great tool. Member of the National ASHI Board of Directors Since  2010

Board of Director for the ASHI Foundation  2015

Member of the ASHI Drone Task Force 2015

Member of the Board of Directors for ASHI Education Inc. 2012                                    

American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Certified Inspector  # 245362
Arizona State Board of Technical Registration (BTR) Certified Inspector # 41795 

Member of the Enforcement Advisory Committee (BTR)  2014-2015
Approved Instructor with ADRE
Certified Advanced Residential Mold Inspector
Certified Disaster Housing Inspector (FEMA)

TRI- Tile Roofing Institute Certified

Certified CREIA Inspector

 

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Episode 72 Scott Warga

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Scott Warga
Scott Warga

Scott Warga is a Residential and Commercial General Contractor in the state of Arizona and the Qualifying Party for ACSI American Construction Specialists and Investigations LLC.

He has over 15 years combined experience as a builder, inspector and consultant in the construction, construction failure-analyses and forensics industry.

Scott is additionally a Certified Home Inspector in the state of Arizona and has been appointed to the Arizona Board of Technical Registration’s Enforcement Advisory Committee.

He is on the Board of Dirictors of The American Society of Home Inspectors. (ASHI), has Served on ASHI’s Council of Representatives (COR) as a representative and as Speaker of the COR, has served as Arizona ASHI’s Vice President and Central District Chairman and has performed over 2500 inspections. He also holds a qualification as a Certified Residential Mold Inspector (CRMI).

Scott has provided OSHA compliance assistance, risk management and loss control services and consultancies to construction companies, constructors and property managers. He is also a noted Arizona radio commentator in construction issues for consumers, an accredited local and national educator in inspection, real estate, disclosure and construction and forensic practices and has acted as a consulting expert witness in construction and inspection disputes. His services have been rendered for a wide array of construction companies, inspectors, agencies, attorneys, Mediators and Arbitrators, property mangers, agent and owners.

Scott Specializes in Thermal Imaging Inspections, Home Inspections, Construction Defect Analysis, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Expert Witness, Forensic Construction ConsultantandWater Intrusion investigations.

Scott Warga is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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Episode 70 Mike Crow

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Mike and Susan Crow
Mike and Susan Crow

TexInspec – Home Inspection and Termite Inspection – Full Service Pest Control – Senior Manager (current)
Millionaire Inspector Community – Coach and Founder (current)
Coaching Home Inspection companies across North America.
Helping Home Inspectors improve revenue, improve profits, get new customers and have more FREE time.
U.S. Inspect – Area Manager (June 2000 – May 2003)
Manager for a 10-15 multi-inspector firm in the Dallas / Fort Worth area. Managing all aspects of operations for that area.
Affordable Inspections, Inc. (merged with U.S. Inspect as of June 2000)
One of the founders of Real Estate Info Share, Inc. that has become Affordable Inspections and now U.S. Inspect. We were involved in teaching people how to buy and sell real estate and then became involved in the home inspection industry.
Personally performed over 10,000 inspections, including residential and commercial properties.
Trained over 20 other inspectors into the home inspection industry.
Grew Affordable Inspections from a Father and Son operation into a multi-inspector firm with 10-15 inspectors.
Accent Pest Control
Formed from Real Estate Info Share, Inc.
President of Accent Pest Control, Inc.
Sold in November 1999

Specialties: I help companies – especially home inspection companies – put together unique marketing programs to serve the public and real estate industry.
I also coach other coaches that help their niche to learn how to market

Experience

General Manager

TexInspec

June 2007 – Present (8 years 8 months)

TexInspec does Home inspections and Termite Inspections – We serve Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington and all the surrounding cities. We produce the home inspection report on site, with a one page summary 99% of the time and of course add full color photos. We also give a Free Termite Warranty with every inspection and on top of that we offer a 200% guarantee. Visit our website for more details – www.texinspec.com

Founder

Millionaire Inspector Community – Ethical Inspectors

November 2003 – Present (12 years 3 months)

I train home inspectors all across North America teaching them how to market their business and how to work with real estate agents, mortgage companies, title companies and attorneys to make sure the buyer is completely covered and understand what they are buying. All of the above can work together to make sure the home buyer ends up with a world class experience with just a little extra effort.

Mike Crow is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Ask the Charlotte Inspector and Home Inspection Carolina.

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Episode 69 Michael Chevalier

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Michael Chevalier
Michael Chevalier

In order to maintain the highest level of education, The Home Exam inspectors are required to attain a minimum of 20 hours of training annually. The Home Exam inspectors have been trained by Inspection Training Associates (ITA) and have passed the National Inspectors Exam. ITA is nationally recognized by ASHI, the largest home inspection association in the United States

Honesty, justice, and courtesy form a moral philosophy which, associated with mutual interest among people, constitutes the foundation of ethics. The members should recognize such a standard, not in passive observance, but as a set of dynamic principles guiding their conduct. It is their duty to practice the profession according to this code of ethics.

As the keystone of professional conduct is integrity, the Members will discharge their duties with fidelity to the public, their clients, and with fairness and impartiality to all. They should uphold the honor and dignity of their profession and avoid association with any enterprise of questionable character, or apparent conflict of interest.

1. The member will express an opinion only when it is based on practical experience and honest conviction.

2. The member will always act in good faith toward each client.

3. The member will not disclose any information concerning the results of the inspection without the approval of the clients or their representatives.

4. The member will not accept compensation, financial or otherwise, from more than one interested party for the same service without the consent of all interested parties.

5. The member will not accept nor offer commissions or allowances, directly or indirectly, from other parties dealing with their client in connection with work for which the member is responsible.

6. The member will promptly disclose to his or her client any interest in a business which may affect the client. The member will not allow an interest in any business to affect the quality of the results of their inspection work which they may be called upon to perform. The inspection work may not be used as a vehicle by the inspector to deliberately obtain work in another field.

7. An inspector shall make every effort to uphold, maintain, and improve the professional integrity, reputation, and practice of the home inspection profession. He or she will report all such relevant information, including violations of this Code by other members, to the Association for possible remedial action.

Michael Chevalier is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector.

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Episode 68 JP Pilot

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JP Pilot
JP Pilot

Protecting Buyers, Sellers, & Real Estate Professionals “Since 1975” with Certified Inspection and Testing Services.

Experience

President/Founder

Professional Realty Opinion Services aka Home Inspection by P.R.O.S.

May 1975 – Present (40 years 9 months)

Owner

Home Inspection by P.R.O.S. (Professional Realty Opinion Services llc.)

1975 – Present (41 years)

Providing “Peace of Mind” by protecting Buyers, Sellers, and Real Estate Professionals through Certified inspection and testing services. As the largest Michigan/locally owned Home Inspection company in South East Michigan we provide a “One Call” for all home/property inspection services, plus Certified well/septic and Certified Radon Testing.

JP Pilot is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Home Inspector

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Episode 67 James Brantley

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James Brantley
James Brantley

Owner / Inspector

Magnolia Home Inspections, LLC

Certifications

Level 1 Infrared Thermography

Infraspection Institute

Starting March 2015

Residential Builders License

Mississippi Board of Contractors, License R16125

August 2015 – August 2016

Residential Building Inspector

International Code Counsel, License 8007051

April 2014 – April 2017

Residential Home Inspector

Mississippi Home Inspector Board, License MS 0386NH

November 2006 – 2016

Mold Inspector

International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), License NACHI08110803

Starting June 2012

Summary

We Provide Professional Home Inspections on New or Existing Properties.

Specialties:New Construction Home Inspections,
Existing Home Inspections,
Lite Commercial Property Inspections,
Pre-Listing Home Inspections

James Brantley of Magnolia Home Inspections is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Home Inspector

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Episode 66 Bob Massanova

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Bob Massanova

General Manager at SWF Home Inspections

Venice, Florida

Real Estate

Current 1.      SWF Home Inspections
Previous 1.      SWF Properties Maintenance & Mgmt Inc
Education 1.      University of Scranton

 

Inspector/Owner

SWF Home Inspections

February 2003 – Present (12 years 11 months)

Buyer, Seller, and Investor inspections
Insurance inspections i.e. wind mitigation, 4 point and roof certifications
Mold testing, radon testing, infrared camera testing and home watch services

 

Additional Honors & Awards

Voted Best in Venice 2013 and 2014 – 1st Place – Home Inspection Company
Englewood Area Board of Realtors Business Partner of the Year in 2013
WCR Venice Super Service Award in 2013
WCR Venice Affiliate of the year in 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2014
Venice Area Board of Realtors Affiliate Honor Roll in 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013
Venice Area Board of Realtors Exceptional Service Award in 2009
Venice Area Board of Realtors Chili Cook Off Judges choice winner in 2009
Venice Area Board of Realtors Chili Cook Off Hottest Chili Winner in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013 & 2014
Millionaire Inspection Community Better Your Best Contest Winner in Feb 2012 – $10, 000 and the spokesperson for the year
Name published in 3 inspection industry books

Bob Massanova is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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Episode 65 Lance Dunahoe

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Lance Dunahoe

INSPECT360 is distinguished by our commitment to premium customer service and technical expertise. The Inspect360 Inspection Report is your impartial and on-site assurance that your home investment is safe and sound.

Visit us at www.INSPECT360.com .
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Lance Dunahoe, Professional Inspector TREC#9283

* Licenced by the Texas Real Estate Commission
* Ceritied Master Inspector
* National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) member
* Better Business Bureau member
* MetroTEX Association of Realtors – Leadership Academy Alumnus

Specialties: Inspections Offered:

Buyers Inspection, Pre-Listing or Seller’s Inspection, 11 Month Warranty Inspection, Home Maintenance Inspection, Construction Phase Inspection, VIP Inspection, Commercial / Multi- Family Dwelling Inspection

*On- Site Report Delivery
*Free Home Owners Manual
*Cash, Check or Credit Card

Experience

Owner/Professional Inspector

Inspect360

September 2012 – Present (3 years 4 months)4300 N Central Expy Ste #230 Dallas, TX 75206

Lance Dunahoe of Inspect 360 is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector.

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Episode 64 Tony Burk

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Tony Burke
Tony Burk

As the owner of the company, let me start off by making you a BIG Promise. If we inspect your home or condo and you are not 100% satisfied with our inspection – you pay absolutely nothing for the inspection.

After more than a decade in the Home Inspection Business, I’ve seen many fly-by-night Home inspectors come and go. I feel sorry for the home buyers that are victimized by these unscrupulous operators.

I’m so confident in our inspections that I’m willing to put my money where my mouth is. You see, I understand this is an important step in your life. This Guarantee is just one more way to demonstrate my desire and commitment to meet and exceed your expectations. Also, I want to ensure you have an enjoyable real estate experience.

So at Accutech Home Inspections, I offer a simple, no weasel words Guarantee.Attend your home inspection, and if for any reason you’re not satisfied with the “Quality” of the home inspection service, tell the inspector before receiving your report and we’ll either make it right, or you don’t pay the home inspection fee!

How Can We Guarantee A Inspection?

It’s easy. We find more defects than our competition. The end result is that you save more money. Most contracts allow negotiations with the seller to make repairs or give you credit at closing. So the more defects we find, the more money you save.

We don’t rush. This allows us time to do a thorough inspection of your new home or condo. This also means we may charge a little more than most of our competitors.

You don’t want a cheap inspection. A cheap inspection may be the most expensive thing you’ll ever buy, it may cost you thousands of dollars down the road because of missed or overlooked defects.

Cheap home inspectors often know less and do less, which is one reason why they’re cheap.

Want A More Comprehensive Home Inspection?

Then Select Accutech Home Inspections Because We Use Infrared Camera Technology!

By using infrared camera technology, we can see the world and your prospective home in ‘infrared’ with no need for destructive or intrusive exploration. This infrared inspection can identify hidden problems in the home by identifying temperature differences along the finished surface of the walls and ceilings.

Tony Burk is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector