Seattle's # 1 Rated
Home Inspection 
Company
By BizVotes.com - August 2008

Top Rating     - BizVotes.com

"A" Rating     - Angie's List

Our review on Yelp.com

Prema J. wrote:

The definition of WITH IT! This company is completely and utterly on their home inspection game. It is a small company, owned by a couple that works as a team (JJ and Suzanne). Who does that and doesn't go crazy?? Anyway..
They came in with walk talkies and thoroughly inspected our house with the detail of an eagle looking for prey. All the while talking to us and explaining everything in fantastic detail. At the end they had printed out pictures of the damages they found, presented in a binder and had downloaded the info to a website that explains and offers tips on repair. They also recommended great follow-up contractors that they had known and worked with for years in West Seattle.

I have never been so impressed by a home inspection agency. Maybe I had the bar set low but still you could tell they loved each other and what they did. Awwww warm and fuzzy home buying fun.

an "At least it's an ethos" M. says:

We used Home Inspection of Puget Sound (http://www.hipspro.com), a husband and wife team who were friendly, thorough, and knowledgeable.  Their operation is slick.  One of them will man a computer in the house while the other goes around with a radio and a camera and takes photos and calls in things that should be noted, which are then recorded in the computer. By the time they leave, you've got a printed report complete with photos, and your inspection report is available online.  Their website has links to a bunch of resources, including content on their own site and on third party sites, often linked from within the report itself.

Angie's List Member Comments:

Home Inspections of Puget Sound was great, JJ and Suzanne work as a team to thoroughly run through the entire house with an eye for every detail. They found things I would never have even thought about and their knowledge of home construction was amazing. They give you a printed report along with digital pictures at the end of your meeting, which is great to be able to go back to the seller with. We appreciated their professionalism. It was a pleasure working with them and I learned a lot about our new home.

"What words of advice would you give other members considering this contractor: 
Do not skimp on a home inspector"

Hire Again: Yes,  Description Of Work: Home Inspection prior to purchase of home.

How much did the final cost compare to the original estimate? right on
How does the value of the work compare to the price? I got more than my money's worth
How far in advance did you schedule the work? within a week
How did you find this contractor? website
Why did you choose this contractor? reputation
Have you used this company before? this is the first time I've used this company
What did you like most about this contractor: Knowledgeable and use of technology
What did you like least about this contractor: nothing
What surprises came up during the course of the work: none

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"A" Rating     - Angie's List
5 out of 5 stars     - Yelp.com

JJ & Suzanne Greive

(206) 295-4330 Serving Seattle, Tacoma,   Everett, and Olympia King, Snohomish, Thurston  and Pierce County area See our Sample Report Online in minutes after your inspection

We are both highly skilled 
inspectors, working as a team
  for efficient and thorough service.  This competitive advantage allows 
us to offer inspections unmatched 
by our competition

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Real Letters we have received
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Just a few of the letters we have received from our clients

Jenny and Dan were customers that bought a condo in Bellevue. 

Dear JJ and Suzanne

Dan and I are very impressed by the efficiency and the high quality of your work. Even trained as an architect, I am not as knowledgeable as you are regarding the housing construction. 

You gave us great confidence when we purchase our home. We cannot thank you more for your professional help, your valuable experience and your broad knowledge about construction.

Dan and I will spread the word about the quality of your work among our friends. We will definitely call you when we buy home again.

Good luck and best regards

Jenny & Dan ...
Shoreline, WA

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This is a note from a new home buyer, see some of what we found during his inspection here.  Even new home buyers need home inspections!!  His home came with a 1 year warranty, and looks like we will be checking his home out again before it expires.

Hello there –

"Thought I’d send you a little follow up note since you did our house inspection.  Our builder was very respondent to the items you listed." 

"They have fulfilled all the requests. The “major” ones I was concerned about were the findings in the crawlspace and the exposed drywall on the closed garage door." 

One of the biggest surprises they did was install the “French drain” between the houses. In fact, they have went and installed a few others around mine and the neighbors property!! 

Thanks again for your expertise, and perhaps we’ll see you again in a year.

Regards,

Dan .... 
Auburn WA

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Janice was a customer that had never seen her home.  She was an out of state buyer, so we took more then 30 of pictures for her.  We like our customers to be present during our inspections, but when they can't we always take a lot of pictures to give them the information to make informed buying decisions.  

Thank you for your speedy and friendly service.

Janice P....

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You guys did a great job! thanks a lot for the quick response and the great report! (I wish everyone in the home industry worked like you guys do) We will call you next time we need an inspection! 

Brad W........ 
Maple Valley WA

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Notes from Realtors that we have worked with

Carrie is our personal Realtor and we have done more then a dozen inspections for her clients.  She is professional and always looking out for the best interests of her clients.  She sponsors monthly meetings on real estate investments that we have found very informative. See her contact information below.

Dear Suzanne & JJ

I really appreciate you doing the inspection  for me and my client.  I felt really comfortable having you guys there as opposed to someone that I didn't know.  You guys are the absolute best.  I enjoy working with you.  sincerely,  Carrie

Email  4/13  
"Thanks for your call tonight.  You guys rock!"

During a couple of recent inspections for Carrie we found 2 homes with potentially hazardous electrical panels.  She needed a electrician to check them out right away.  We referred her to Brad Gartin of C&R Electric, we have worked with them for decades.  Looks like it all worked out well.

Thanks for referring me to Brad!  He was able to come out to both properties I needed him for right away.  His flexibility was a huge relief as I'm on timelines for these inspection responses.  Thanks again.  You guys are the best!

Carrie Pierce - Home Realty Seattle
Phone: 425 518 1176 

website:  www.realtorcarriepierce.com
email - carrie@carriepierce.net

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Her client needed to be scheduled in quickly and we were able to rearrange our schedule.  We have had the pleasure of meeting Ginni monthly at Women's Council of Realtors meetings where we are Associate Members.  Thanks Ginni for inviting us to join WCR!!

"You are welcome and thank you for getting Bill in at short notice.  I'm glad you're with our WCR Chapter."  "..He was very pleased with your professionalism and attention to detail. That means I will be sending more business your way when the need arises. Thank you!"

Ginny Smethers, President 2007
Women's Council of Realtors, Tacoma-Pierce County
Keller Williams - West Sound, Gig Harbor WA

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Olga is a Realtor that used us twice on her own home purchase.  Unfortunately her first choice had issues and the deal fell through.  She did call us back and the 2nd home had few problems and it looks like the deal worked out.  Glad to have helped you Olga!

Your customer service was outstanding. We were impressed by high technology you used to prepare inspection report and other stuff. Thanks a lot for helping us. 

Olga Sharma - Keller Williams Realty Bellevue
Cell:206-427-2736

website: http://www.bellevuecityhomes.com
email: olga_sharma@yahoo.com

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Hi there! 

Thanks so much and I will definitely keep you in mind for my next inspection. Just an update, the sellers agreed to replace the roof and there is an issue with the septic system/tank that was not disclosed but we have worked everything out. Thanks again for your thoroughness and professionalism!
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Felicia Bowen
email felicia.bowen@comcast.net
website: RE2K.com

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Thanks for the report JJ and Suzanne. You both did a great job. Have a good week!

Sue Meas
Zip Realty
Cell: 253.381.8511 
website: http://www.ziprealty.com/agent/smeas
email sue@meas$ziprealty@com

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Thanks JJ & Suzanne

"Wow, what an inspection. Thank you. I'm sure Ying and her husband are very grateful that you were very thorough...."

Huy Chea Century21
email huy.chea@century21.com

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Hi JJ and Suzanne

Thank you! I really appreciate your professionalism. If I can refer any business your way I will ;-)
Kenny Whiteside  John L Scott

website: http://www.johnlscott.com
email: kennyw@johnlscott.com