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Here's what customers are saying about Advantage Home Inspections & Pest Control

"We decided to use Advantage for our home inspection on a recommendation from our realtor. This was our first time buying a home and we admittedly did not know what to expect from the home inspection process. After meeting and talking with Dave for just a few minutes, it became instantly clear that we were in good hands. Dave was kind, engaging, patient, thorough, and, most important of all, incredibly knowledgeable. Truly, I’ve rarely met anyone with such a strong understanding of seemingly all aspects of their craft as Dave has. After the inspection was complete, we promptly received an extremely thorough and well-organized report that will be invaluable as we progress through the home-buying process.

In short, Dave was nothing short of incredible and we’ll be enthusiastically recommending him to anyone in need of home inspection services."

- NLNorbert L. | 03/09/2020

"David performed a thorough and complete inspection of a house I was purchasing. Every aspect, pro and con, was detailed and explained to me so that a wise decision could be made by me about the purchase.

Nothing was left to chance, and he had no problem providing complete and timely documentation to me electronically for my records. Inspecting a structure and accurately determining the weak points/stregnths is a very detailed process as I observed him do this. My sense is that other inspectors may not be so complete and thorough. He is highly recommended and gives an accurate picture of the conditions regarding the structure and mechanicals. he even helped with additionaI item needed to complete the process."

- SWSam W. | 03/09/2020

"I can't begin to explain what a wealth of knowledge David is when it comes to inspecting homes. I was a first time buyer and David took the time to walk me through the house and explain everything to me. His emails afterwards had detailed photographs of all the structures and descriptive, yet easy to understand information. I came out of the experience more confident and knowledgeable about my home and the steps I needed to take before purchasing.

If that wasn't good enough, I took the chance to contact him 8+ months after we purchased the house with a question regarding a new roofing job I just had done and he answered my questions thoroughly and again put my mind at ease. He's just an all around good guy, who's educated and passionate about what he does, and these days that's NOT easy to find.

There is literally no one else I would ever recommend. Thank you David!"

- SGStephanie G. | 01/23/2018

"Lets begin at the beginning. Dave arrived before I did and was already inspecting the exterior. He explained everything he examined and made sure I understood his observations and recommendations. If I didn't get it at first, he made sure I did before moving on. He was thorough, competent, and clearly passionate about his work. Buying a house is a BIG deal and he made me feel more informed and confident with my decision. He also gave me a good plan going forward. I ma grateful that my realtor recommended Dave."

- JGJohn G. | 11/09/2017

"Dave was recommend to us by our realtor and we could not have been more pleased. Dave was an absolute professional who really took the time to not only inspect the house but also educate us as to the repairs that need to be made. We highly recommend him to anyone needing a comprehensive and throughout inspection. Truly great experience and grateful for all of the knowledge Dave shared with us! Thank you!"

- Matt B. | 05/31/2017

"I received top notch service from David. His level of professionalism and high standards are impressive. He was not only diligent and meticulous with his inspection, but he took the time to explain to me and educate me on particular aspects of the inspection I did not understand. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a thorough home inspection. He has earned and deserves every high rating and stellar review he has received. I am a highly satisfied customer!"

- LFLia F. | 07/28/2016

"Dave was great! He was extremely thorough with the inspection of the house I am purchasing. Me being a first time home buyer I really appreciated all the time Dave took to walk me through everything and explain in detail each issue and also recommended how to fix it at minimal cost. He is extremely knowledgeable and I trusted him with my inspection. I will recommend him to anyone who is looking for a quality home inspection."

- Nicholas P. | 03/28/2016

"Dave was exceptionally knowledgeable, thorough, resourceful, professional and punctual. We will be referring Dave to ALL of our friends and family that buy homes in the future!"

- Desiree R. | 06/18/2015

"Dave did an amazing and thorough job inspecting my home. He took the time to explain everything he observed and gave advice on how to resolve the issues he uncovered. A very professional and educational inspection."

- Kathleen H. | 06/12/2015

"Dave did my home inspection while being sick. Very professional and explained everything he looked at. He took pictures and wrote a very detailed report. Worth every penny."

- G V. | 06/04/2015

"From start to finish, Dave was teaching and informing of EVERYTHING he saw. We learned so much during our inspection! We've had home inspections before, but Dave far surpasses our past experiences. The detailed report he emailed ( the same day!), was extremely thorough, with pictures. We would highly recommend his skills and service to anyone."

- KJKendra J. | 05/30/2015

"I spent the last year and a half looking for a house. Each time I went to inspection, Dave was there for an honest and thorough look. He provided detailed notes and pictures. After two disappointing homes, Dave was there when I finally found the one. Third time really was the charm! He always has his client's best interest and investment in mind."

- Heather B. | 01/19/2015

"Dave was not only thourough, knowledgeable, and patient throughout our home inpection - he is a great guy!! We are truly thankful for the time he put into every nook and cranny - great work!"

- Jessica M. | 09/19/2014

"Dave went above and beyond for us. We are first time home buyers and really naive to the process, but Dave was so thorough and helpful. I appreciated how friendly he was, and he gave us a lot of maintenance tips and helpful insights. When someone is passionate about their work, it really shows. His work was more than appreciated and he deserves more than 5 stars!"

- Danie L. | 07/22/2014

"David was by far the most thorough inspector we've had thus far. He is very precise, easy to work with and incredibly knowledgable about homes and making sure everything is up to code. I would highly recommend him to any one that's looking for a home inspector. His report comes with pictures and examples of the way things should look for reference."

- Lisa Z. | 05/05/2014

"Dave was very professional and early for our appointment. He answered all of my questions and gave several options for a few issues the house had. The inspection was very thorough and Dave took the time to explain the issues to us. His report was very detailed, listing things that need to be fixed as well as things that may need to be addressed in the future. We also had his full report, with fully labeled and commented picture, in our hands on the same day as his inspection. Radon test results came back very fast as well. I would highly recommend Advantage Home Inspection to anyone who needs one. Thank you Dave!!!"

- rickl.1 | 08/30/2013

"Amazing!

David was just what we needed! We heard of David through our awesome REMAX agent and never looked back. As two first time home buyers who know very little about home ownership and repairs, David was a godsend. He arrived more than a half hour early for our inspection and had already done his research on the home. From the second we met we knew that he was on our side. He took his time to inspect every nook and cranny of our potential home and explain everything in a way that allowed us to learn, take notes, and ask a ton of questions. David has an undeniable honesty about him that made us respect his opinion and results even more. He's a great at what he does and has a down to earth personality.

Finally, David created an impeccably detailed report for us that included everything from potential hazards and code violations to pictures he took and labeled. The report was broken down into easy to follow chunks and included suggestions for general maintenance and repairs. My family was so impressed by David that we will be telling all of our friends about his quality service.

If you want a great inspector who knows his stuff and is willing to teach you the ropes of home ownership - David is the ONLY person you should call.

P.S. David's electronic radon detector set our minds at ease. It was spot on and tamper proof.

- Kristin and Mike | 08/09/2013

"Thorough, Knowledgeable and Professional

Dave is extremely thorough and knowledgeable with every facet of home inspection. I've been through two inspections with Dave and feel way more confident about purchasing a home with just the couple of hours Dave spent walking through and explaining everything in the house. Small tips to fix minor problems and larger recommendations about what to fix ASAP....Dave runs the full gamut of owning a home. First house he inspected for me had a list if things that needed attention that I never even realized. My second was much cleaner as I knew the things I should be looking at when buying a home. Dave should teach classes he's so good! If I ever upgrade the home I purchased I will be using Dave again, and my best piece of advice is that if you're a first time home buyer and are overwhelmed with questions just call Dave. You'll learn a lot!"

- rmunroe03 | 05/31/2013

"David was awesome. He knew everything about anything to do with a house. I was very impressed on how thorough he was and how much he really cared about making sure I knew exactly what he was doing and looking at. I felt very confident that he had my best interests at heart on what i needed to know about the house. Since im not someone that knows anything about houses and how to maintain a house he would explaing in detail whatever i needed to know and wanted me to make sure that I knew I could still contact him for any questions after he leaves my home.

Without a doubt would reccommend him to anyone. If you want something done right you get the best and he is the best!"

- caitlin19 | 04/24/2013

"david came to inspect hopefully my future home and was great.we were verry nervous as we are first time home buyers.he quickly eased our fears as he was very freindly and polite.the inspection went so easy from there because he was extremely thorough and informative.he was perhaps the most professional person we have met during this whole proccess.also he came out to inspect our home on his birthday and if that wasnt impressive enough, he then spent his own time educating us on future remedies and maintences. we will be refering him to everyone we know and hope to work with him again in the future."

- shaleigh.hoard | 03/13/2013

"Even better than advertised.

When I started looking around for home inspectors, I came across Dave Grudzinski and Advantage which naturally led me to this reviews page. There are so many positive reviews of Dave here that I honestly wondered if these could all be genuine comments from clients. Is Advantage truly affordable and a hidden gem, or this going to be a bad decision? My realtor had not personally heard of Dave, and so I was a bit worried.

It turns out that there's no reason to be worried and Dave is the real deal. I guess I should have known with the amount of certifications he lists on his website. :) When we got to the home inspection 15 minutes early Dave was already on the roof taking photos. He's friendly, but down to business and takes the process of inspecting your home very seriously.

Dave explored every nook and cranny of the house - even trying to squeeze himself into an opening through the attic that no human could possibly enter - and at the end of everything, wrote his notes cleanly into a custom 16/17-page report. I asked him about his inspection report and he told me that most standard reports (written forms or electronic software) have 'too much fluff', so he designed his own. This kind of attitude and professionalism sums Dave up! The front of each page of the inspection report has the findings and notes for each section of the house (electrical/structural/etc), while the back of each page has pre-printed comments regarding common findings and common repair and replacement costs. I understood from Dave that all that back-page information was referenced from a national association of some kind (forget precisely which), so it's very valuable information to have.

In short, we made a great investment working with Dave and we couldn't have gotten better service. My realtor is now likely to recommend him for all of her clients as will I for all friends and family. Thanks, Dave!"

- kev000 | 11/04/2009

"Professional and Thorough

Dave was very knowledgable and helpful with suggesting what was wrong and how to fix it. I am a first time home buyer and was very uneasy about the whole process. The septic at this particular house had recently been dug up and repaired, however there were no records of who repaired it and what was wrong. There was actually still an issue with the septic after it was repaired. With Dave's persistance and research, he was able to dig up all the information and we were able to get the septic fixed once and for all. I would recommend anyone buying a house to get an inspection through Advantage Home Inspections!"

- dzifchock | 10/16/2009

"Just might have saved my life

Professional and thorough, really knew his stuff! He came in and found an exposed live wire within minutes of beginning the inspection! Everyone has missed it including the contractors, it had enough juice to possibly kill someone. Thank goodness we went with Dave!"

- loufancy | 09/02/2009

"Exceptional Service

Dave was great!!! The inspection process went very smoothly. I was having a really hard time with the mortgage company approving some of the minor items that were on the report. Dave would always help out to clarify information to the mortgage company to resolve any issues that we had. I wouldn't have been happy with any other inspector. Great! Great! Great!"

- michellelynn1 | 06/25/2009

"Thank goodness we hired Dave!

As a first time home buyer, finding a home inspector that I could trust was tricky. I got a few recommendations and did a search. Based on the fantastic reviews, I called Dave Grudzinski. He was very prompt about getting back to me and he was very accomodating, making an appointment in the early evening for me so I did not have to take a day off work. On the day of the inspection, he arrived early and spent MORE THAN TWO HOURS inspecting every nook and cranny of my future home. As we followed him throughout the house, he patiently answered all the questions we had and gave us tons of information about things we would have never dreamed to ask about. It was clear that his years of experience have made him top in his business. During the inspection, he detected a gas leak. He noted it in his report, and we made arrangements to have it evaluated by the gas company. Two days later, when Dave went to the house to check on our radon test (which was included at no extra charge!!), he met with the technician from the gas company. The technician informed Dave that he was "highly skeptical" that there was a leak on the property. Dave INSISTED that the technician perform more tests and would not leave until he did so. Guess what? THERE WAS A LEAK!! The technician found a leak inside the furnace, which is one of the worst places to have a leak. I hate to think what would have happened if a) we had hired an inspector who was not as thorough and b) Dave had not insisted on the additional tests from the gas company. He potentially saved our future house and possibly our lives. I would recommend Advantage Home inspections to anyone who is buying and especially to first time home buyers who need an inspector they can trust."

- scarlett1211 | 06/09/2009

"Nice Guy, Thorough Job

After being given a few names from a retired home inspector/friend, I lhad narrowed it down to just a couple. After making the 1st phone call to Advantage and speaking with Dave, I made my decision. Super nice guy, convenient hours, and an easy, understandable website for all my questions. When we got to our inspection on a Monday holiday at noon, Dave was already on the roof checking things out. Our inspection took just less than 2 hours and was very thorough. He was very knowledgable and interesting on top of it all. We paid what he quoted, which, on top of it all, was very reasonable (cheap!). I would recommend Advantage Home Inspections to anyone who enjoys good business with good people."

- rainebows13 | 02/18/2009

"GREAT JOB

Our agent had us on a tight timeline and we all had expected a cancellation due to the prediction of Heavy snow. No one expected it, but Dave was actually out a day ahead of time in order to get the outside part of the inspction done early. When the actual inspection date came there was indeed almost a foot of snow on the ground. Dave was on time, polite and informative about the inspection process. Dave shared his findings with the seller who was present. Everyone was more than happy. I am sure to recommend Advantage to all my friends in the future. Thanks again."

- mdaguanno | 12/23/2008

"Great Job

Dave was very thorough in his inspection, and the free radon test proved very helpful as we did have elevated levels. His subsequent radon report should help us get the abatement paid for by the seller. We would definately recomend him."

- andreacu | 12/09/2008

"The Best Home Inspection Ever

After having several mediocre home inspections in the past, I frankly wasn't expecting much when my realtor scheduled the appointment with Advantage. Well, my opinion changed during the first of many conversations with Dave during the almost 3-hours he spent with us. His base of knowledge is both broad and deep, yet he answered my questions in terms that I easily understood. He is very attentive to matters of home safety, which I appreciated. He had many suggestions which were very practical and affordable. He pointed out cost-saving measures on several items and made it clear when you could attempt to do a repair yourself, versus having to hire someone. You can tell that he genuinely wants homeowners to be well-informed and to avoid being ripped off by dishonest tradespeople. I wish there were more people who did their jobs with the enjoyment and thoroughness as Dave! Thanks, Dave, for the best home inspection ever!"

- epalench | 11/25/2008

"Very professional and highly recommend it!!!

Very helpful in accomodating our schedule and went above and beyond giving us insight into every aspect of our new townhouse. Also very reasonable price for a high quality job. We were very pleased with the service and highly recommend it. Thank you David!!!"

- wilkinsad | 11/23/2008

"Exceptional

I shopped around and Dave stood out from the pack, not only because of the value of his services, but also the quality of the service. He does his job thoroughly and professionally and I am completely satisfied that I received top notched service. It matters also that he conducts himself in a personable yet profession way; he's totally considerate, easygoing, and willing to take the time that is needed to ensure that you understand everything you need to know. Trust me, go with Advantage Home Inspection -- you won't regret it!"

- BSBancroft S. | 10/30/2008

"Simply the Best!!

I shoped around for a while for a home inspector. I got to say I made a great choice!! Dave not only was very thorough with his work, he was a pleasure to do business with. He gave me great service for the best price. Believe me I did shop around. He did a great job, and I can honestly say I feel much safer about moving into my house thanks to his inspection. If you are as picky as I am, and you want a great home inspection done, then you have to go with Advantage Home Inspections. I am very happy with my choice!! Nick in Rhode Island"

- rushnga | 10/30/2008

"Dave was our inspector. I believe he went above and beyond!! He deserves a lot more than 5 stars. Dave told us how to fix things and also told us what he would do. We definitely learned a lot from Dave!! This will be the first home we purchase and I would highly recommend Advantage Home Inspection!!

Dave, you are a very knowledgeable person. Thanks for everything!!"

- Scott and Pam Segee | 03/11/2013

"STOP LOOKING FOR AN INSPECTOR, THIS IS THE ONE!!!! Professional, early to the appointment and completely prepared. We bought new construction and every one advised us that an inspection was a waste of money but Dave found an issue that would have costed us thousands of dollars and our heath in the near future if not corrected. He not only completed the most thorough inspection we could have ever asked for but he also stopped to teach us things for the future. I would recommend him to all of my family and friends and WILL be using Advantage the next time I buy a home!"

- samanthajonorris | 02/17/2013

"I chose Advantage Home Inspection even though my realtor didn't suggest them because of the reviews i saw on this site. And he was just as good as advertised on here. I'm purchasing my first home and David made things very simple for me and educated me a lot on things I that I would need to do to help maintain my home and things not even related to the inspection itself. He was very very thorough and extremely knowledgeable about everything home related. I highly recommend him to anyone in the market for a home inspector. His prices were very competitive and worth every cent. Very nice guy and was very helpful."

- christ.razza | 02/08/2013

"David was fantastic. I've had 3 other inspections by 3 different companies and I thought they were ok but David was so thorough and knowledgeable I am grateful that we used him for our "forever home". He even climbed into the attic via the scuttle and checked it out extensively. He explained everything to me, even tips to fix simple problems and keep our house in good order. The radon and pest inspection included in the price made it an incredible value. We would highly recommend David and advantage home inspection to anyone buying a house."

- joshnjan | 11/13/2012

"David with advantage home inspections was more than wonderful. I am 8 months pregnant and he saved us a lot of headaches with buying a house. He is extremely knowledgable on every aspect of the house, he goes through your house with a fine tooth comb and gives you every detail. I would recommend his services to everyone i know and wouldnt reccomend anyone else is this industry! I couldnt be happier or more pleased. He is resonably priced, wonderful to talk to and very personable."

- amandanbrian | 10/16/2012

"We recently purchased a home and used Advantage Home Inspection who were referred to us by a friend. We were very pleased with the thorough job that they did. David was great and took the time to answer any questions that we had and to explain issues to us that we did not understand. He was also great and made cost saving suggestions on how we could make simple upgrades that would save us money. I would highly recommend Advantage to anyone who needs a great home inspector."

- scottandmary | 08/29/2012

"David was very knowledgeable and surpassed my expectations. I would recommend him to all. He even taught me a trick of the trade that I will use in the future."

- jtnbuyer | 05/14/2012

"I would recommend Advantage Home Inspection to anyone that needs a home inspection done. I am in the process of purchasing my first home and had Advantage Home Inspection inspect the property. Dave was very easy to get along with and exceptionally knowledgeable and thorough in all areas. I was extremely pleased with his work and what he was able to provide me with. He typed up a detailed report including pictures of everything that he found in the house that was an issue and had it emailed to me that same day. As I have never purchased a property before, I was very nervous during the home inspection to say the least. Dave assured me that these issues were normal and almost every house has something that comes up in a home inspection. Due to his extremely awesome inspection I was able to have the seller of the house fix the major issues. This was the best money that I have ever spent and I hope to work with Dave again in the future. In addition, I would also like to mention that Dave recommend a great chimney company that we are using to fix the chimney. Thanks for everything Dave!!"

- homebuyerri | 02/21/2012

"Dave was very thorough. He walked me through the house while he looked at pretty much everything. He pointed out areas of interest, potential problem areas and things I should be aware of as he was inspecting. He was easy to talk to and explained everything he found and educated me about the issues he found and things i should keep an eye on in the future. He took many pictures and documented everything. He spent about 2 hours going through a 1 floor home. The inspection report was exceptional. Very detailed, And contained pictures with each topic. I would highly recommend."

- joe_knows | 02/13/2012

"I recently moved to San Diego and purchased a house in October. Not having many resources to look to for inspection resources, I first looked at Angie's List and then Better Business Bureau. Advantage Home Inspection came highly recommended by both organizations. I can attest that the reviews I read on both sites, were true!

Michael Jones was my inspector and he was prompt, knowledgeable and thorough. Additionally, Michael went above and beyond in assisting me after my house closing when my insurance company threatened to cancel my insurance due to lack of proof of the house being bolted to the foundation. The builder had misplaced the paperwork, the city could only show approved inspections, and the insurance company would do nothing but ask for further proof. I contacted Michael, looking for suggestions, on how best to proceed. He not only provided suggestions but came to my home again, at no cost, to do a second inspection. I am pleased to report that he not only located the anchor bolts, but also took photographs to prove to my insurer of their presence. His report was sent to me in less than 8 hours! Such amazing service! Thank you Michael and thank you Advantage Home Inspection!"

- cbadger | 11/26/2011

"Advantage Home Inspection (Dave) was referred to me by a co-worker who recently used his services. My co-worker told me that Dave was very thorough, had a good sense of humor and he offered better rates than other home inspectors in the area. I decided to do some research and came across these outstanding reviews and decided we would give him a try...and boy are we happy we did! As first-time home buyers we did not know what to expect, but what we got far exceeded any expectations we had. Dave was everything my co-worker described and more. He was professional, experienced, knowledgeable and took the time to educate us about our home. He explained everything he was doing and why he was doing it, and also took the time to answer our questions and concerns. Dave gave us an honest ,fair and very thorough inspection. He was friendly, courteous, funny and provided a lot of helpful suggestions. We are also new parents to a 6 month old baby girl and we felt Dave truly took our well-being and hers into consideration and wanted to make sure we were getting the best and safest house for our money. I will most definitely recommend him to anyone. I am also pretty sure that my realtor was impressed with his quality of work and so was the listing agent (the sellers realtor). I know Dave will stay in business for a long time because he is exactly the kind of person people want to do business with and will continue to refer on to others. Thank you Dave for making our first home inspection a pleasant one!!!"

- virgophire | 06/22/2011

"Dave G is an exceptional home inspector. He was thorough in every regard, and did a great job educating us about all aspects of the home we were purchasing. I feel grateful that we chose Dave, and I have already recommended him to two friends. Dave is honest and responsive - his job is to point out deficiencies and that is what he does to the best of his ability."

- attyhomebuyers | 05/13/2011

"Being longtime NYCers owning apartments/condos, my wife and I were a little nervous of the prospects of buying our first single-family home. The house we settled on has/had tremendous potential, but a number of inspections issues - most minor, but a couple major ones too.

Throughout the whole process Dave was extraordinarily helpful, responsive, and knowledgable. And even kept a good sense of humor about things to boot. All with a fantastic understanding of the technical considerations involved with home inspections, and able to stand back and put things in their proper perspective as well.

We recommend Dave without hesitation and would use him again in a heartbeat if needed!"

- dkjpm2011 | 04/29/2011

"Excellent and thorough inspection

David did a wonderful job with our inspection. He was even willing to come out to the house on a cold February morning at 9am! The inspection took a couple of hours but he was incredibly detailed and knowledgeable. He gave us tips on home repairs, maintenance, and upkeep and was very helpful. He made sure he did a great job and we are happy we went with David.

He gets my highest recommendation!"

- tigergolf06 | 02/15/2011

"The only home inspector I will ever recommend!

I went through a really long, confusing short sale process with many specifications from the bank on repairs and deadlines for repairs to be made. David explained every aspect of what he was doing in basic terms so that I could understand the workings of the house. He took his time at my house and didn't rush me. I called him many times after the inspection took place with questions about the house that I thought of later and forgot to ask. He was incredibly patient and returned my calls promptly.

David had to do a second inspection once the repairs had been made at the bank's request. He caught a major installation issue with the new radon mitigation system that had just been installed and I was able to get it fixed before the closing. He didn't have to check the system as it wasn't on the list of things he needed to sign off on but he did anyway just to be safe and ended up saving me a lot of time. He even spoke to the radon mitigation company and explained what exactly needed to be corrected on the radon mitigation system.

Due to the time constraints of the short sale's closing-he was incredibly flexible as to when he did the inspections. He worked around my schedule. I just recently recommended him to my sister-in-law who's in the process of buying her first house and I'm sure she'll be as happy with his work as I was."

- desarae612 | 12/21/2010

"Great Job

I just finished the inspection with Dave a little while ago and Dave was really great! He was EXTREMELY knowledgeable and answered all the questions I had and even caught the fact that I was pretending to understand some of the things he was saying, and explained them to me. Plus he does a FREE!! radon test with a home inspection. Dave happened to be lower than the other quotes that I got, and he blew me away with his professionalism and knowledge. He was also VERY helpful by fitting me into his busy schedule and had an appointment just 2 days after I called. I definitely recommend Dave. I'm buying my first house and Dave really helped make this process better, and let me rest assure that my future home is safe."

- mattm88 | 05/13/2010

"Outstanding!!!

First of all, I never write reviews for anything, but I had to in this case. If you are like me, and want to know EVERYTHING that is wrong with a house before you buy it, use this service!!! Dave was outstanding! He was always on time (he was already at the house before the agent and I could get there), very professional, extremely knowledgeable, and very thorough. He is someone with the experience and integrity you need to help you through the very stressful time of buying a house. He looks out for your best interest (not the seller or the agent's, who try to ram the sale through despite code violations, so they can make their money and leave you with major problems in the future), and that kind of & piece of mind is priceless! His inspections are very thorough, and he is always happy to explain what problems exist with the home, or some that may arise in the future. I couldn't be happier with my selection of Advantage Home Inspection, and I STRONGLY recommend doing a secondary follow-up inspection. Its an inexpensive piece of mind that came in handy, when Dave alerted to me that the seller's contractor did not repair everything that was on the request list, while my agent just wanted me to & trust the seller. Do yourself a favor and give Dave a call. It was the best thing I did searching for a house, because while the agents are looking out for their own best interests, Dave is looking out for yours!"

- dougc315 | 03/08/2010

"Overall

The Best!!!

I was a first time home buyer and I was trying to find the best deals on almost everything that I could. I was referred to a number of home inspections companies by my realtor but Dave was the only one who offered a VERY affordable price and surprisingly with that came excelent service! First off he is the only inspector that I came accross that charged nothing for a Radon Test. Dave was very thorough in every peice of his inspection. He was happy to answer any questions that I had. He informed me of everything that he was going to test and check and that he would walk through the house with me and point out any issues that he had come across. I was expecting a fast walk through but he had been in areas that I didnt even think to check. He informed me of problem areas and gave me suggestions on who to contact or where to go to fix the problem. At this point I was a satisfied customer or &quot;Happy Camper&quot; as they would say. The house was vacant for about two months and during that time someone had broken in and had stolen all of the copper piping in the heating system. I was very concerned not only about the damage that occured during the break in but also about any damages that may have occcured due to freezing temperatures during the winter. I was also very concerned about the operation of the plumbing and heating system. Thankfully the seller took care of having the damages repaired but I still wanted confidence and peace of mind that everything was in fact alright. So who do I trust to perform another inspection on the house to give me that confidence? David Grudzinski! Now you may be thinking it makes sense to have the same inspector come back out because he/she is already familiar with the place, and I would have to agree with you, however this was not my original thought. I wanted Dave back because he was just that good! Dave gave me a discount on the second inspection and he was again very thorough. He found very minor leaks from where the piping was replaced that were hidden above rafters in the basement, again providing suggestions for repair. I am once again a satisfied customer by the work provided by Dave.

As stated in another review he does use his own custom inspection forms where he states everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, that he has come across. He even drew small pictures to best describe a few things to make it easy for everyone to understand. On top of all of this he has also asked that I call him when I am moved in and he offered to install a home security system free of charge. Talk about confidence and peace of mind!!!

Thanks Dave!"

- cjr121 | 01/27/2010

"Exceptional!

Dave was recommended to us by our realtor. After doing our own research, we thought that Dave Grudzinski's company was the best fit for us. Dave was very accommodating and quick to get back to us with when trying to schedule the inspection. During the inspection we found Dave to be informative, patient, friendly, and very thorough. He did not hesitate to answer our questions or help us understand what exactly it was that he was inspecting. He pointed several potential problem areas to us and even touched on what we could do to correct them. That was a HUGE help to us, being that we are first time homebuyers who are a bit nervous about such a big purchase! I would without hesitation recommend Dave Grudzinski to anyone who is looking for a thorough home inspection from a knowledgeable and courteous person!"

- blueyed445 | 12/21/2009