Classic Home Inspections Inc.

Home Inspection
Toronto ON M1E 1G5
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Paul Dunkley from Vaughan
Paul Dunkley from Vaughan
1 review Vaughan, ON
10/10

home inspection

We had Brent perform our home inspection and was very happy with the job he did! Really nice guy, extremely thorough going through the home and took the time to explain everything to us.He was early and spent almost 3 hrs going over the house from top to bottom. He was able to identify some minor issues with the property and gave us hints on how to fix the issues. There were alot of questions along the way but he was very patient and answered each one to our satisfaction. His rates were reasonable and i would definetely use or refer him to friends and family based on his knowledge, expertise and professionalism.

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$350.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a review and for such a nice one at that! Paul, I know you and your family are going to be very happy in your new home. If you ever have any questions whatsoever always please feel free to contact me. All the best Paul! Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Stephanie Posner from Toronto
Stephanie Posner from Toronto
1 review Whitby, ON
10/10

home inspection

We had Brent perform our home inspection ans couldn't have been happier with the job he did! Really nice guy, extremely thorough going through the home and took the time to explain everything to us. Very reasonable cost, great availability and would definitely recommend to anyone!

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$360.00
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Thank you so much for the kind words and for taking the time to leave me such a nice review! I really appreciate it! I know you two will be quite happy with your purchase! Wow what a nice home that was. If you ever have any questions whatsoever always please feel free to contact me! All the best and congratulations! Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Kathy from North York
Kathy from North York
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Home Inpsection

We just had an inspection completed with Brent on a home in Toronto. All of the homes we were looking at in Toronto were old and we had many concerns about renovations and additions etc. After doing some research, we contacted Brent and we are so glad that we did! He was very thorough while physically checking each area of the house while walking us through every step of the way. He offered his professional insight and expertise with various issues about the old house and suggested how to overcome them. Aside from being a true professional in his field, he was such a pleasure to deal with, which is definitely a positive thing in a time of anxiety that many prospective homebuyers go though. Thank you Brent! We will definitely be referring Classic Home Inspections to others!

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$360.00
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Awe thank you so much for the kind words Kathy! I really appreciate them. I'm glad that you were happy with the inspection, that means a lot to me when someone tells me this. If you ever have any questions about the home, certainly always feel free to contact me and I will be more than happy to answer your questions. All the best for now and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Anthony from Toronto
Anthony from Toronto
3 reviews Markham, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

Brent was very patient and took the time to educate me through out the home inspection process. Allowing for time to ask questions and also telling me what to worry about and not worry about. The best part is he would provide tidbits of information on what I can fix on my own from getting simple supplies from a hardware store vs things that professionals should take care of.

I would recommend Brent to anyone looking for a great home inspector in the GTA area.

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$360.00
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Thank you so much Anthony for taking the time to leave me a review and for such kind words! I try to be as helpful as possible when people are making their purchase. After all, it's a big purchase! All the best and please feel free to contact me if you ever have any questions whatsoever about the home. Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Andrew C.
Andrew C.
4 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

What can I say, Brent was was amazing to work with and very professional. He showed up early and spent 3 hours with us going over the house from top to bottom. Brent is very thorough and will go above and beyond to identify any issues with your property.

I'm probably underestimating when I say we asked Brent 1000 questions along the way, but he was very patient and answered each one to our satisfaction.

Whenever friends and family need a home inspection in the future i'll be pointing them in Brent's direction.

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$360.00
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Thank you so much Andrew for the review and such kind words! I really appreciate you taking the time to do so! What a blast that was, fun people = fun inspection! If you ever have any questions about the home always please feel free to contact me. All the best to you both and congratulations! Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Duane from Toronto
Duane from Toronto
5 reviews Hamilton, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

Brent has inspected 3 homes for us now - I honestly wouldn't use anyone else. Brent is 1000% friendly and genuine. He is extremely detail oriented and will check every aspect of the house and send you pictures. Foundation, every window, every door, every tap, smoke detectors, appliances, light bulbs, air conditioner serial number, furnace, electrical panel, copper vs. silver wiring, roof shingles, roof sheeting.... he does everything on every inspection. He also charges reasonable rates and is professional in the sense that he will not tell you NOT to buy a home. He will give you his assessment of the property, what needs to be repaired, their longevity (etc) and then will leave the decision to you to evaluate. I think this is a class move. Thanks, Brent.

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$400.00
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Thank you so much Duane for such kind words and for leaving me a review! I'm glad that you were happy with my service! If you ever have any questions whatsoever about the home, always please feel free to contact me. All the best and again, thank you so much! Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Ryan John from Brampton
Ryan John from Brampton
1 review Brampton, ON
10/10

CLASSIS HOME INSPECTION

Brent went out of his way to come and inspect a potential property I was interested in. He arrived on time and spent 3 hours of solid work completing the inspection. He inspected the house from top to bottom including climbing on the roof and up into the attic. The garage was being used as a storage unit without any space to even move, Brent managed to make his way in and inspect an extremely tight spot. Some of the issues identified were overlooked by me but Brent was able to point out what needed immediate attention and what could be put off for a while. The best thing about the inspection is that Brent explains everything while going through the property. The report provided was extensive and detailed. No stones unturned I would say. I would be more than happy to recommend Classis home inspections to anyone looking for a detailed home inspection from an extremely professional individual.

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$350.00
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Thank you so much Ryan for taking the time to leave me a review! I really appreciate it! I am truly glad that you were happy with the inspection. It was great working with you too! If you ever have any questions whatsoever always please feel free to contact me. All the best and congratulations with your new home! Thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

FELEICIA C.
FELEICIA C.
2 reviews Brampton, ON
4/10

Pre-purchase Home Inspection

End of February 2015 beginning of April 2015, we used Classic Home Inspection for our pre-purchase home inspection. We were booked with Brent.
Company was friendly and nice inspector seemed very knowledgeable and like he knew what he was doing and explained a lot during the inspection. To us it seemed top notch, but we are also first time home buyer so we don't anything about process or what is involved. The inspector was on time and cost was low.
We got our report, only major issue mention in report, was main floor front window one panel has lost argon gas and recommended to be replaced. Thinking that was minor, we waived inspection on my home and bought it.
We had to call to get copies of out pictures.
Thirty days later when final visit before key turn over, i bought a contractor to provide estimate on downstairs window, only to find out that all windows in master bedroom also need replacing and have lost argon gas also, and condensation is built up in window, along with a pink color is on inside of glass. Also that none of the windows actually have handled to open them.
The master washroom tap, no water is released through there into tub. Water only comes from shower head.
The master bedroom, paint is stripping, due to water damage.
To my thinking, i would think these items were vital notes in buying a home, and in 30 days for all these to go bad seems a bit farfetched.
I emailed inspector twice and no reply, so i called him once and he only stated that they were working at time. To us 30 days is not long for all these items to go this bad. Second time i tried to call because we no longer had access to our pictures no answer. Therefore i had to call from a different number and he answered and stated he would send to us. He did send them and were downloaded them.
I would advise anyone, please know what is expected and ensure all you are aware of how long form inspection there notes are good for, else you will be like us with a bill on a new purchase.

I was told to use Mike Holmes, now i wish i did, because i know i would not be going through all this.

Approximate cost of services:
$320.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a review “upset in Brampton”. Believe it or not, I really appreciate it. It once again proves that I’m not writing my own reviews on this website like a few of the others on here. (oh yes we can, oh yes they are). Interesting. You know, when you’re in your own business such as myself for such a long time sometimes we have to be open to criticism. As much as we don’t want to hear it, we have to. However here’s why I’m going to take your review with a “grain of salt”. Number one, you had told me over the phone the contractor told you that the “entire shower stall” would require replacement due to the diverter valve on the spout not working properly. I said “he did?”, I was actually quite concerned about the fact you were about to be taken completely advantage of, so I took it upon myself to contact the people as it turns out...he didn’t say that at all. He told you a “little CLR” will fix it. That’s odd, why would you tell me different. I proved to you that I did check to diverter valve at the shower stall because I said if I didn’t I would have been soaking wet if I hadn’t put the diverter in the down position. It was working perfectly fine at the inspection, what happened with the current home owners that were using it I don’t know. When it’s all said and done though, it’s a $15 part. Very simple to install. Number two, I have proof that I sent the pictures to your husbands email the day of the inspection, and so do you. A little embellishment to add to your story? Number three, we went through the window situation, lets be honest, you wouldn’t even know what Argon gas and what was happening with the windows if I hadn’t told you what was going on. So why are you telling everyone I missed it? Again, adding a little embellishment to your story. By the way, can you show me in the pictures that I sent you (twice) where the paint stripping is? This is news to me. Like I said, we all have to be open to criticism at times, it’s good for us, however in your case, after finding out what I have found regarding the whole transaction and not with just myself. I have a much clearer picture as to who is writing this review. All the best to you. PS, have you seen the reviews left for Mike Holmes Inspections? $1400 for an inspection with that track record? Next time give him a go!

Abby from Toronto
Abby from Toronto
2 reviews Mississauga, ON
10/10

House Inspection

Brent went above and beyond our expectation. As 1st time home buyers we knew nothing about a house! I had contacted him for a home inspection just 24 hrs before and he made himself available. He was very efficient, detailed and most important very personable. He covered every corner of the house and gave a very detailed report . He also gave us some important advices on house maintenance which we were not aware of.. Highly recommended! Use his services, you will be never regret.

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$360.00
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Thank you so much Abby for taking the time to write me up a review! I really appreciate it ! It means a lot to me that you were so impressed with the inspection. Buying your first home can be exciting and equally as scary. Hopefully I helped educated you a little more about the home you were about to purchase. If you ever have any questions whatsoever always please feel free to contact me! Thanks again and thank you for choosing Classic Home Inspections!

Liam Ward from Toronto
Liam Ward from Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Home Inspection

I recently has the pleasure of meeting Brent to conduct a home inspection on my home and I have to say his service and personality were excellent. Brent came essentially next day after contacting him and I was amazed with both his service and timeline. I couldn't believe how quickly he turned around an extremely thorough report with digital versions, pictures and a hard copy on a timeline I didn't think was possible. It was extremely evident that not only was Brent very thorough during the inspection but also that he had put in a very large amount of work on his own time.

I am more than pleased with meeting Brent and I look forward to using his services again in the future and I highly recommend anyone else to do the same.

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$350.00
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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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