About My Services…

Evergreen Home Inspection Services is owned and operated by Ernest A. Simpson (myself). As I do all of the inspections, you should know what you are getting and what my guidelines for an inspection are…

• Experience: over 26 years doing building inspections (since 1982).
• ASHI member since 1987. (See next page as to why membership in the American Society of Home Inspectors is important). Former member of Board of Directors at ASHI New England Chapter
• Have written manuals and reports used by home inspection companies
• Have taught courses for prospective home inspectors
• Old home renovator
• State Licensed Inspector #392
• Licensed Construction Supervisor
• Certified Title 5 inspector

Inspection Guidelines/Philosophy

First, I look out for my client's interests. My inspections are unbiased and represent your interest only. Almost all of my business comes from referrals from past clients, mortgage companies and banks, attorneys, and buyer's brokers. Selling agents that want an accurate, honest, detailed inspection also refer my company. Inspections are through, fair, unbiased, accurate, and informative.

Second, I do not time-limit my inspections. The "typical" single-family inspection requires between two and one-half to four hours to inspect properly - and this doesn't include time writing up the report. (Occasionally inspections may be shorter or longer, depending on the size and condition of the home). The fact is, the most competent inspector in the world can't do a good job if he is rushing from inspection to inspection or doesn't take the time to do things right and answer all of your questions. I limit the number of inspections I do each week to ensure that each is done right…

Third, the inspection and report are thorough and informative. The inspection can provide you with a wealth of information on the home. Obviously, you must attend the inspection to get the maximum value. Both verbally and in the report, I try to convey as much useful information as possible. This includes not only information about the home's condition, but advice on repair options (where appropriate), how to maintain the home, and how to make the home more energy efficient. Reports are emailed, faxed, or mailed within 36 hours of the inspection.

Fourth, I offer a detailed written report that is typically emailed that night or the following day. Written reports that clearly explain the condition of the home (plus contain essential maintenance information) are more valuable than handwritten checklists, 300 page manuals that look great on your bookshelf but you will never read, or boiler plate reports that contain more mush than meat).

Fifth, I climb most roofs, as one cannot evaluate many roofs without putting up a ladder and going up. I carry a 32 foot ladder. Not every roof is climbed, however, as slate and wood roofs should not be 'walked' and putting a ladder up to the eave is very often sufficient. Also, steep roofs may not be safely climbable (and can normally be clearly seen from the ground), in any case.

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