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Episode 101 Scott Newcomer The Successful Home Inspector Podcast

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Scott Newcomer
Scott Newcomer

Scott is the Owner of House to Home Inspections. He is committed to easing the stress involved in the home buying/selling process by working diligently to inform you of potential deficiencies in your prospective property. Scott will provide you with the information you need to make a confident decision in your purchase. When Scott is not golfing or performing inspections, he as well can be found having coffee with his wife Amy, or hanging out with one of his 4 daughters.

Your Premier Milwaukee Home Inspection Company | Let this experienced Milwaukee Home Inspection company help keep you from buying The Money Pit. We’ll alert you to any and all health or safety issues and maintenance needs of the home you’re looking to buy.  All of our inspectors have been trained by The All American Training Institute and belong to The All American Association of Home Inspectors:  http://www.aaahi.org.

Owned andLet House To Home Inspections' experienced inspectors help keep you from buying the Money Pit in the Milwaukee and surrounding areas. They've been protecting home buyers from making a bad investment from almost 30 days. We know home inspections and we have the experience you can trust. operated by inspection specialist, Scott Newcomer, House to Home Inspections prides itself in being committed to following high standards and providing professional service to all of our customers .

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

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Episode 100 Jeremy Martin The Successful Home Inspector Podcast

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Jeremy Martin
Jeremy Martin

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 5 years 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 All-Pro Home Inspections, I offer a simple, no weasel words Guarantee. Attend home inspection in your surrounding areas, 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 an Home 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 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.

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

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The Successful Home Inspector Episode 99 Nathan Thornberry

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Nathan Thornberry
Nathan Thornberry
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Episode 98 Nick Moomaw

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Nick Moomaw TLC Home Inspections
Nick Moomaw TLC Home Inspections

Nick was born and raised in Houston. He graduated with a bachelor of science in management from Southwest Texas State University before the school changed its name to Texas State. Nick spent most of his childhood and early adult life racing motorcycles and working in a motorcycle dealership. He was general manager of one of the largest single-line Honda dealerships in the United States. Nick is also a licensed insurance agent and ran his agency out of the dealership. After 14 years with Honda, he made a life change and moved to Hill Country to help develop and grow the family business, TLC Home Inspections.

Nick is married to Laina, and they have three daughters who keep them running. Nick enjoys time with his family, working on their property, mountain biking, riding motorcycles, and just about anything involving a motor and wheels.

His memberships include InterNACHI, ABoR, HLAoR, WCR, and NRA

Founded in 2007, TLC Home Inspections, PLLC is a family-owned firm committed to serving Texas Hill Country, including Austin, Marble Falls, Georgetown, and Round Rock with professional home inspection services.

Owners Nick and Laina Moomaw, and the entire team at TLC, enjoy giving back to their community. Every October, the inspectors wear pink and the company donates a portion of its proceeds to a breast cancer charity. They participate in other charitable activities throughout the year.

TLC also is part of My Inspector Donates, an initiative involving a group of inspectors joining forces to collectively donate $1 million to nonprofits.

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

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Episode 97 Home Hacks

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Preston Sandlin
Preston Sandlin

In this episode of the The Successful Home Inspector Podcast Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina is on the radio with Paul Jamison and the “Your Real Estate Today Show” on WBT.  As a Home Inspector you might be asked to be on a radio show from time to time.  Here is an example of what you can do.  You can find out more about Preston Sandlin at Home Inspection Carolina or Ask the Charlotte Inspector.

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Successful Home Inspector Podcast Episode 96 Jason Michael

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Jason Michael
Jason Michael

· License and insured
· Certified member of NACHI, most home inspectors are
not. We are!
· We have performed home inspections numbering in the
thousands.
· We are familiar with the known problems associated
with the areas of Greensboro, High Point, Burlington
· Available for weekend and evening appointments
· Our reports are professional, easy to read, and include
photos.
· Member in good standing with the NACHI
· Follow NACHI’s Standards of Practice
· Follow NACHI’s Code of Ethics
· Complete annual certification and testing..
· US Army Veteran
· Former Law Enforcement Officer and still hold a State
Certification

Specialties:Home Inspection, Termite Inspection, Radon Test, Water Quality Test

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

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Episode 95 Scot Baker

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Scot Baker

 You will learn what to monitor and what to look for as the house ages.
​$10,000 Honor Guarantee  InterNACHI will pay up to $10,000.00 for the cost to replace personal property lost during an inspection or stolen by a member who had displayed the Honor Guarantee web seal on his/her inspection business website.
Safe Home Book  A 226 page online compilation of well-researched articles for homeowners.  The articles include information and tips for helping keep families safe and their homes in top condition.​

About Us

​​​SCOT BAKER’S CONSTRUCTION BACKGROUNDBaker Inspection Group – Owner and Lead Inspector

International Association of Certified Home Inspectors

International Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants

Huff Construction Company, Inc. – Commercial Project Superintendent

Fountain Creek Commercial Plaza, Pleasanton, CA

CV Fabricators Inc. Commercial Office and Shop, Manteca, CA

Del Webb |Woodbridge Lakeview Clubhouse, Manteca, CA

Bethany Christian Services Adoption Commercial Building, Modesto, CA

Oak Valley Commercial Bank March Lane Branch, Stockton, CA

Chapman University Brandman Campus, Visalia, CA

Children’s Hospital Doctor’s Offices, Modesto, CA

Tractor Supply Commercial Building, Ripon, CA

Les Schwab Tire Commercial Building, Ripon, CA

Teakwood Builders, Inc. – Lead Carpenter

Conboy & Mannion Contracting, Inc. – Assistant Superintendent

Talbots Inc., Fishkill, NY​

Talbots Inc., Saratoga Springs, NY

Panera Bread, Saratoga, NY

Barr & Barr, Inc. – Commercial Assistant Superintendent

Bennington College Three Dormitory Buildings, Bennington, VT

Howard Dean Education Center Remodel, Springfield, VT

Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Attleboro, MA

Baker Construction Company – Union Trained and Certified Journeyman Carpenter

Commercial Project Superintendent for the following projects:

San Mateo Credit Union, San Mateo, CA

Metro One Credit Union, Pittsburg and Antioch, CA​

West One Credit Union, Pleasanton, CA

Oakland Municipal Credit Union, Oakland, CA

USE Credit Union, San Diego, CA

Regis Homes Bay Area, LLC – Customer Service Technician

Customer Service Manager

Special Projects Manager

M.L. Nielsen Construction, Inc. – Homeowners Association Field Technician

Beals Martin, Inc. – Commercial Journeyman Carpenter

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

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Episode 94 David Michael Green

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David Michael Green
David Michael Green

Whether you need a home inspection, commercial building inspected, or need to take care of termites and pests, trust the professionals at Inspector USA/1-877-INSPECT. As a licensed and certified home inspector and pest control specialist, I have the training, experience, and resources to assure expert quality on every job. I am fully licensed by the Kentucky Board of Home Inspectors (#HI-2003) and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (LPCO #14402). Offering professional home inspection and pest management services in Lexington, Nicholasville, Georgetown, Versailles, Winchester, Mount Sterling, Richmond, Paris, Lawrenceburg, Frankfort and surrounding areas of Central Kentucky for nearly 30 years I have gained a wealth of knowledge and experience that cannot be learned in a class or from books. Call InspectorUSA/1-877-INSPECT today and put that knowledge and experience to work for you. first-time-med-resAs a  professional home inspector I offer quality home inspection services to homebuyers, home sellers and homeowners across the Central Kentucky area. For homebuyers, buying a home is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Like any investment, you will want to know as much information about your purchase as possible. After all, owning a home is the “American Dream” and it is important that you make a confident purchasing decision. We would like to help you with that effort.   Are you selling your home? Let an me inspect it before you even list it. A Move-In Certified™ home has been pre-inspected, which means that the seller can confirm that MIC Logothere are no major systems in need of immediate repair or replacement, and no known safety hazards. A Move-In Certified™ Seller Inspection informs you of any defects or problems with your home so that you can address them before prospective buyers discover them. You can then take the time you need to obtain reasonable repair estimates. Show prospective buyers that you are dealing in good faith. Avoid 11th-hour negotiations and delays, and justify your full asking price by having your home pre-inspected now.   AnnualHomeMaintenanceFor homeowners  I offer my extensive experience to help you keep your home in optimum condition.  Once a year usually in the fall and winter months consider letting me evaluate your home and help you discover any deferred maintenance and other potential issues before they become problems.

As a licensed and certified  home inspector I have been trained to inspect all major elements of the property and provide a qualified opinion on the present condition, operation and function.  You will be given a comprehensive report and descriptive overview of the condition of the home’s components from roof to basement; as well as some value added services listed below all designed to provide you with as much information and protection as is possible. Check out the website and be sure to take a look at our services, the custom report and the frequently asked questions. Then give us a call to book your inspection. You won’t be disappointed…..and that’s a promise from me personally, Michael Green.

Providing Home Inspection Services in the Following Kentucky Cities and Surrounding Areas:

  • Lexington
  • Winchester
  • Georgetown
  • Lancaster
  • Lawrenceburg
  • Danville
  • Midway
  • Nicholasville
  • Versailles
  • Wilmore
  • Frankfort
  • Richmond
  • Berea
  • Paris
  • Cynthiana
  • Harrodsburg
  • Mount Sterling
  • Morehead

 

Providing Home Inspections in the following Counties:

  • Fayette County
  • Boyle County
  • Anderson County
  • Garrard County
  • Jessamine County
  • Mercer County
  • Scott County
  • Woodford County
  • Franklin County
  • Shelby County
  • Bourbon County
  • Harrison County
  • Clark County
  • Madison County
  • Montgomery County
  • Rowan County
  • Other areas are available upon individual request.

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

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Episode 93 William Chandler

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William Chandler
William Chandler

We performed our first, fee paid, inspection in 1986 for the Resolution Trust Corporation during the S&L crisis.  We take great pride in being the most qualified and experienced building inspection firm in our market.  We are fully licensed and insured to provide any inspection you may need – pre-purchase, due diligence home/building inspection, WDO/termite, indoor air quality, water/lead testing, radon testing, code compliance, fire, safety, ADA, cost reserve schedules, repair/cost to cure estimates, asset verification, insurability/underwriting compliance inspections, cost replacement valuations, FHA 203K, weatherization, constructability reviews, new construction inspections, construction management and expert witness testimony…timely and professionally.

With us, you know who you are working with.  Unlike many web based firms, we do not subcontract your inspection to the lowest bidder.  If you hire us, we perform the inspection and we submit the report.  If you have questions, you speak directly to the inspector who assessed the building.

Our business philosophy is based upon one goal:  We treat your property as though it were our own investment.

We maintain TWIC security clearance from the Department of Homeland Security for access to sensitive areas such as ports, transportation terminals, DOE/DOD facilities, military bases, NASA and other listed sites.

OUR PRINCIPALS

William Chandler is our principal qualifier.  William has over 38 years of experience in building construction.  His projects have included heavy industrial, commercial/retail, heavy civil, heavy marine, airport, environmental remediation, multi-family and residential construction.  He continues to design/build distinctive custom homes for select clients.

William is also the principal qualifier of our sister company, 360PestControl which provides complete residential and commercial pest control services to our clients in Jacksonville, Orlando and surrounding areas.  Our pest control company is honored to be listed by the USEPA as a Pest Environmental Steward Professional (PESP); in fact, we are the smallest firm listed!  We are committed to responsible pest management and the protection of the health of your family and workers.

William is passionate about indoor air quality and he holds the highest certification granted as a Board Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant.  He is also a Florida Licensed Mold Assessor.  We assist clients in the proper identification of mold and indoor air quality issues using building science instead of hype.  We are proud to be a part of a select group of professionals who are capable of performing proper assessments.

He is the author to three books, Weatherize Your Home, Understanding Your Florida Home and The Realtors Guide to Home Inspection.  He is passionate about educating our clients on the condition of their property and making sure we are a resource to our clients.  He is US District Court Certified as an Expert Witness in the field of construction and construction management.  We believe his qualifications set us apart from our competitors:

  • Certified General Contractor
  • Certified Pest Control Operator
  • NFPA Fire Inspector I
  • HUD 203K Consultant
  • Certified Underground Utility Contractor
  • Certified Pollutant Storage Systems Contractor
  • Licensed WDO/Termite Inspector
  • Certified HVAC(R) Technician
  • Licensed Home Inspector
  • ICC Commercial Building Inspector
  • Certified Asbestos Inspector
  • Certified Level I Thermographer
  • Certified Tile Roof Installer
  • CertainTeed Master Shingle Wizard
  • Board Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant (ACAC)
  • Licensed Mold Assessor
  • Licensed Radon Measurement Technician
  • Certified Lead Inspector
  • ASTM Certified Phase I Environmental Site Audits
  • Certified Asbestos Abatement Supervisor
  • Certified Stormwater Management Inspector
  • Certified Cost Reserve Specialist
  • Federal Railroad Worker Trainer
  • Competent Person – Trench Shoring Trainer/Supervisor
  • OSHA 40 Hour (HAZMAT) Trainer
  • US Army Corps of Engineers CQM for Contractors
  • US EPA Emergency Response Incident Commander
  • BS, Construction & Engineering Management

William Chandler is being interviewed by Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina and Ask the Charlotte Inspector

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Episode 92 Jim Estrada

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Seattle Home Inspector Jim Estrada
Seattle Home Inspector Jim Estrada

Jim Estrada, president and lead inspector for Property Inspector LLC, has an incredible passion for the inspection business. After graduating from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Chemistry at the age of twenty, he was involved for the last thirty five years in extensive remodeling projects and property management. He graduated at the top of his class from Inspection Training Association, the premier home inspection school.

Jim has been inspecting for almost 15 years and preformed over 10,000 inspections. His inspections exceed the Standards of Practice of ASHI, (The American Society of Home Inspectors); he’s a certified member of ASHI, and on the ASHI local Board. His inspections also exceed the Standards of Practice for the State of Washington where he holds his Certified Inspector License #210. He is licensed by the Washington State Department of Agriculture #65027 as a Structural Pest Inspector for detecting Wood Destroying Organisms. These inspections are recommended along with all home inspections.

Jim says:

“We’ve been doing a great job for over 5,000 happy home owners in the Greater Seattle Bellevue Metropolitan Area for almost 15 years now. If you have been to our website, you’ve read what some of those folks have to say about our service and follow up resources. Before I got into the home inspection business, I remodeled and managed properties for more than twenty five years.

Very few inspectors in Greater Seattle have that kind of experience – experience that we put to work for you at your home inspection. We can communicate in English,  Chinese, Filipino, and Spanish with our reporting WE WORK FOR YOU!

Not the Realtor or the Seller, or the lender, or anyone else. Most of all, we have a genuine interest in seeing that our Clients are given our clearest and most honest opinions about the conditions in the home they are considering. We’ll tell you what we see. We’ll talk to you about how important anything might be, and we’ll discuss what your options are. We are a full-service inspection company, and we are out to do you a great job.”

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