Classic Home Inspections Inc.

Home Inspection
Toronto ON M1E 1G5
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M.G.
M.G.
3 reviews Etobicoke, ON
10/10

home inspection

I had Brent do an inspection yesterday on a home I'm purchasing in Whitby. From initial contact he was friendly, accommodating to my schedule, and professional. He was very thorough, informative and willing to answer any questions I had (even when I asked the same one in different ways!) I'm so pleased and relieved to have plenty of valueable info. and tips about the house. A million thanks Brent, and I won't hesitate to refer you to everyone I know!

Approximate cost of services:
$350.00
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Thank you so much Marnie for the kind words and for taking the time to leave me a review! I really appreciate it! What an absolute gem. I'm sure that you will be quite happy with your new home. If you ever have any questions whatsoever about the home, always please feel free to contact me. Thanks again, thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Cyrus Schaffer from Scarborough
Cyrus Schaffer from Scarborough
1 review Scarborough, ON
10/10

Home inspection

I usually don't write reviews because I don't usually meet people who are worth effort. But I was very surprised by the level of customer service that I received. He's friendly, knowledgeable and very efficient. Brent was able to find an old heater that was buried near the house which would have cost me thousands of dollars to remove if I had purchased the house and found it after the fact and he was able to find leaks in the roof that would have been detrimental to the life of the house if they weren't addressed immediately. Overall I saved $10000 after this home inspection; that's definitely worth my review! Good job to the guys at Classic Home Inspections, keep up the great work! I would definitely recommend these guys!

Approximate cost of services:
$350.00
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Wow! Thank you Cyrus for the review and very kind words! I'm glad that you were happy with the inspection. That means a lot to me. It's great that you were able to use the inspection report to your advantage. If you ever have any questions whatsoever, always please feel free to contact me. Thanks again, and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Imran from Mississauga
Imran from Mississauga
1 review Mississauga, ON
10/10

Home inspection

Brent came by and did a home inspection for us yesterday. He was prompt, personable and thorough. It was great to have someone objective come in and tell you the truth about your future home no matter how in love with it you are!

Approximate cost of services:
$350.00
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Thank you so much Imran for the kind words and for taking the time to leave me a review! I really appreciate it! Super nice home for a super nice family ! All the best and enjoy ! If you ever have any questions whatsoever about the home always feel free to ask. Thanks again and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Mike Hood from Old Toronto
Mike Hood from Old Toronto
1 review Old Toronto, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

Brent was great from the get go. Very flexible with his schedule that adapted to ours. Was at the home before we got there and was already looking over the home and discussing with current home owner. Continued to inspect the home as we discussed with our real estate agent. He was extremely helpful and professional while providing a real friendly experience and provided us with great follow-up information and photos. Would recommend Brent to anyone looking for a home inspector. Thanks! and Go Leafs Go

Approximate cost of services:
$350.00
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Thank you so much Mike for the kind words and for taking the time to leave me a review!!! I really appreciate it!!! (even though your a Leafs fan). That was a great home. What a gem you've got there! If you ever have any questions about the home, I can come by with my Ryan Miller Sabres Jersey and be more than happy to answer all of your questions...Thanks Mike! Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

Ana from Toronto
Ana from Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Victorian Home Inspection

After much research and subsequent consultation with our realtor we decided to hire Brent of Classic Home Inspections to inspect a 120+ year old Victorian home we were thinking of purchasing. As a young family looking to purchase our first home we were worried about everything that could be wrong with a house of this nature. Brent came in and gave us an incredibly honest and diligent inspection. He went over every inch of the home, explained in detail all of the issues, and why they could potentially be huge hazards to our family. He took lots of photographs and gave us only the most honest answers to our questions. After Brent's inspection of the home we decided it would be best not to put in an offer, as the multitude of serious issues had grown to be too much for us. Although we haven't purchased the home, or put in an offer, I am incredibly thankful for the inspection, not only did Brent save us from making a huge mistake with one of the biggest investments of our lives, but I learned so much about what to look for at our next home viewing. Let me tell you, I will be spending a lot more time in the basement and much less time marveling at the crown molding. We will 100% be calling Brent back again next time we are interested in a home, and hopefully next time will be "the one". Thank you Brent!

Approximate cost of services:
$350.00
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All I can say is "wow" and thank you so much for that review Ana! Actually, "Thank you" ten time over! Ana, your comment, "I will be spending a lot more time in the basement and much less time marvelling at the crown moulding", couldn't be more bang on. No question about it, that was a beautiful old Toronto home. But to have big time structural issues like that, all because people did a poor renovation to the home. You certainly were right on with completely ignoring the "pre-listing inspection" report that was provided, which made absolutely no mention of the 50K structural issues that the home had, and going with your instinct by bringing in another home inspector to confirm your thoughts. It's always disappointing to get this information from the inspection, but you and I know that your "Dream Home" awaits! Thank you so much again Ana, thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

C. Rego from Toronto
C. Rego from Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Condo Inspection

I have to express my gratitude to Brent for being effective and quick to respond to my questions via email; before I even booked an appointment for CHI to check out my potential property. As a first time buyer, (single female), I was unsure as to whether I should have the condo inspected. Brent was honest with his response and respectful. When it came down to the inspection, he was punctual, thorough and clear. I felt very confident in the unit after he inspected it. Thank you Brent, and Classic Home Inspection for giving me peace of mind in my condo find!

Approximate cost of services:
$250.00
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Thank you so much for the kind words and for taking the time to leave a review my little Portuguese friend !!! ;-) Yes, Condos can definitely have their problems. Many a condo that I've inspected have had issues where the potential buyers actually walk from the deal. Something like leaky windows (which is very common) Most people will say, yes, but its covered by the condo corp, true, but when the suite is 20 floors up, are they going to fix it any time soon? ... However in your case, all was good! Thanks so much and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

Patrick from Toronto
Patrick from Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

Brent is honest, which I think is the highest praise that you can give someone in the home-buying business.
He was very straightforward with me about what the house I was looking at needed in terms of repairs, allowing me to make an informed decision about whether to buy or not. He did not make the decision for me, but rather laid out all of the needed fixes that would be required over the short, medium, and long-term. He then left the actual decision-making to me.
I found it very refreshing to meet with someone who was looking out for my best interests in the home-buying process. I think it is a very rare thing to find. I would recommend Brent to anyone who is looking for a thorough and sincere assessment of a property that they are considering to purchase.

Approximate cost of services:
$350.00
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Thank you so much Patrick for the kind words and for taking the time to leave me a review! I really appreciate it! Well that Patrick, was certainly an interesting scenario. You and I found blatant evidence of leaks and a ton of Mold within the basement space. To say the least it was very obvious. Then we both get a call the next morning from the listing agent, telling us that his "inspector"has looked at it and is stating that there are no cracks in the foundation, leaks into the basement, and that's not mold that we saw. I just about fell off my chair. The agents "inspector" is an RHI with the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors! That was the most blatant cover up I've ever seen. It was pathetic that he would stoop to that level. I would doubt he will stay in business much longer...the law suits should start to pile up for him soon...Thanks again so much Patrick! I'm sorry about the home not working out. But there was way to much shady stuff going on there ! Thanks for choosing Classic Home Inspections!!!

Margus
Margus
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

Brent showed up right on time and proceeded with a very meticulous and thorough site inspection of the exterior and interior of the house that my partner and I were interested in purchasing. For a large portion of the the inspection, we were his shadows and he described to us his findings and his concerns.
We were very satisfied with his work and would highly recommend his services to others. I myself am in the architectural profession and he found things that I didn't notice at first. We were very pleased! Plus, he's a very approachable and friendly person to speak with and will explain everything to you in great detail. Thanks Brent!

Approximate cost of services:
$350.00
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Thank you so much for the kind words and for taking the time to leave me a review Margus! I really appreciate it ! It's always great inspecting a home with someone like yourself who 1. Is enthusiastic about the home, 2. Is very knowledgable about building construction, 3. Isn't in love with the home until AFTER the inspection! It makes a big difference! It was great meeting with you guys and always please feel free to contact me if you ever have any questions about the home itself. Thanks again Margus, thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Christian from Scarborough
Christian from Scarborough
1 review Scarborough, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

I contacted Classic Home Inspections because of their popularity and wonderful reviews. I asked for Brent, seeing as how all of the reviews were about him, but he was unavailable. However he told me about his partner Elie who had just joined his team and was getting his feet wet in the industry. I was apprehensive since I wanted someone experienced, but Brent recommended him highly. I met with Elie and he was very social and friendly. He began by surveying my property from a distance, then getting up close to the foundations, and finally went inside to conduct the rest of the inspection. He managed to find leaks, structural damage, and insulation issues. After his report was finished, he managed to save me at least $5000! I would definitely recommend Elie at Classic Home Inspections. Wonderful job!

Approximate cost of services:
$350.00
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Thank you so much for your time and patience. I know that buying your first home can be stressful and that you want the experience to be a positive one. I'm glad I was able to help you save money on your first major purchase and I thank you for your kind words. Please feel free to contact Brent or myself if you have any further questions or concerns!

Sincerely,

Elie

April from Scarborough
April from Scarborough
1 review Scarborough, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

My husband I were finally ready to take a step forward together and purchase our first home. We placed an offer on a house and when it was accepted we searched for a home inspector that was highly recommended. Still not sure what to expect, we met with Brent to get the ball rolling. Brent was nice, presentable and very well informed. He surveyed the outside of the house, making sue to inspect every side as well as the roof. Once he was finished he made his way inside and inspected the electrical, plumbing, heating and the interior, making sure to take notes on his findings. He was very thorough and efficient, and his report at the end was well worth the wait. It was detailed and very easy to follow. It helped us confirm our decision and make one of the most important purchases in our lives. I highly recommend Brent from Classic Home Inspections and will be referring his services to my friends.

Approximate cost of services:
$450,000.00
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Thank you so much April for taking the time to leave me a review as well for the kind words! A true gem of a home! I am more than positive that you will be happy with your purchase. If at any point you have any questions always please feel free to contact me. Thanks again April, thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

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As you will see, we only have 100% REAL CUSTOMER REVIEWS written below. I DO NOT subcontract out to other home inspectors. We have been on Homestars for 10 years!!! With Homestars we allow you to tell us how we are doing.

You want to make sure that you are going to hire someone who is qualified for the job, goes through the home with great detail, and provides you a fully written report.

Why not do a little research on a company before making that call? Classic Home Inspections is NOT here to sell you on us and tell you that we are “the best”, or tell you that we are “the most trusted”. We are on here to allow the people who have used our services to tell you how we are doing. The hundreds of Classic Home Inspections reviews are from REAL CUSTOMERS. We at Classic Home Inspections think the purpose of Homestars is to tell you what people think of us, not to tell you how we think we are. We hope you find it a useful tool when looking for a home inspector.

Our goal at Classic Home Inspections is to have you understand the home as well as we do. We offer competitive rates and flexible hours.

Thank you for all those who have found us on Homestars and for choosing Classic Home Inspections.

CATEGORIES
Home Inspection
SERVICES
Home Inspection
SPECIALITIES
Home Inspections
WEBSITE
https://classichomeinspections.ca/
YEAR ESTABLISHED
2002
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
1
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash, Cheque
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
DIPLOMAS
Certified Home Inspector
BONDED
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
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