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I just commented on another post about the cold weather. It's been a long winter already here in Western New York and we still have a few weeks to go before it gets better. Reading that post reminded me of a question another inspector asked at a seminar a few years ago.
He stood up and asked the speaker (who was from the south) how to better inspect during the winter and with snow covering everything. After about 30 seconds or so, the speaker said with a straight face that he needed to tie a snow shovel to the top of his car and start driving south until someone asked what the heck is on the top of your car. He told this poor guy - at that point you went far enough.
He never did answer that question... I don't think he knew the answer.
Here's to your best year ever, may everything you touch turn SOLD,
John Villella, Your Personal Building Consultant
All Pro Home Inspection (716) 772-2548
Buffalo Sabres win. Sorry all you Dallas Star fans. It was a great game. I have some friends in the Dallas area and they called and emailed me today looking for a friendly wager. At one point when the Sabres were down by 3 goals the emails started hitting my inbox, but I had the last laugh. Sabres won in a shootout.
I couldn't wait to hit the send button after the game was over - I'll be in the Dallas / Fort Worth area in about 3 weeks for an awesome seminar and will be enjoying some ice cold "pops" on my Texas friends. Cheers!
Here's to your best year ever, may everything you touch turn SOLD,
John Villella, Your Personal Building Consultant
All Pro Home Inspection (716) 772-2548
At my morning inspection while in the driveway for introductions and my elevator speech, it happened again. You know... we congratulate our client on their purchase and explain what is and isn't covered during the inspection and how we report our findings...and provide some basic rules, such as please don't touch anything in the home.
I've conducted over 3500 inspections and every once awhile a client feels compelled to ask me to find "X" amount of dollars in problems. Today's client had no problem asking me to find $1000 worth of problems. He told me that his agent told him that after the inspection they could go back to the seller and ask for a price reduction because of the problems found during the inspection.
Man, I hate when this happens. This is the point of the inspection process when everything halts and we some dialog. I again explain that the purpose of the inspection is to educate not be used as a re-negotiation tool. I'll explain that I do not base my report on the wishes of our client, agents or seller and that I have from day one had the philosophy that my loyalty is to the home and if something is found wrong it would be reported in the report.
I not sure if some people just don't understand the purpose of a home inspection or if some agents say the wrong things to their client's that ends up being misunderstood. Sure there are times when items are found that have to be dealt with, but to think there's an automatic green light to back and get money off the offer just isn't justified in my book.
I wonder how much money is lost in commissions during the year because of this mindset the buyer possesses or when there's an inspector that hears this and wishes to please their client.
At the end of the day it's up to home inspectors to do the right thing if this issue confronts them.
Here's to your best year ever, may everything your touch turn SOLD,
John Villella, Your Personal Building Consultant
All Pro Home Inspection 716-772-2548
Weekly Maintenance Tip - Moderate your indoor humidity in winter
Task: If water condenses on your windows in winter, the problem might not be the windows - it might be that the house is just too humid.
Humidity makes your home more comfortable in winter, but you can have too much of a good thing. When you see condensation on your windows in wintertime, it's a sign that you should lower the humidity level in your house. Otherwise, the water that condenses on your windows - not to mention inside your walls - can cause damage over a period of time.
Here are a few suggestions for reducing humidity levels:
1. Reduce moisture sources within your house:
2. Ventilate your home:
3. As the weather changes adjusting the humidifier on your furnace will be needed. Adjust the control setting based on the outdoor temperature. Most humidifiers will have a chart that looks similar to the below example:
Take a few minutes to check your windows and adjust the humidifier setting to prevent unwanted problems.
Until the next time...a few minutes of maintenance work will save your hundreds of dollars and keep your property in tip-top shape.
Here's to your best year ever, may everything you touch turn SOLD,
John Villella, Your Personal Building Consultant
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All Pro Home Inspection provides home inspections for all of Western New York - Buffalo, Niagara County. Our customers are our priorty-we strive to become Your Personal Building Consultant for Life.
Hello, I'm John Villella, a NYS Licensed Home Inspector (Lic# 16000006356) and owner of All Pro Home Inspection. With over 20 plus years as a licensed general contractor I have brought a large amount of first hand knowledge regarding building systems and components into my industry. I have personally completed over 3500 property inspections with a customer base that includes buyers, sellers, homeowners, insurance companies, lending institutions, and governmental agencies. I am building a home inspection business that is unlike any other in Western New York. You truely have to Experience the All Pro Difference...Where the Inspection is Just the Beginning.
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We give our customers the most personalized service possible. We want you to be an educated buyer and feel confident with your purchase decision. We always treat our customers the same way we would want to be treated, with respect and concern for your time and hard - earned money.
Your two most important assets are your family and your home. That is motivation to educate you regarding the condition of your home, so you can enjoy both your new home and your family. Everyone deserves an All Pro Home Inspection?
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"All Pro Home Inspection is setting the level for others to follow. The inspection report, warranty, guarantee, and everything else that is provided is worth every penny we paid. John even called and followed up with us to ensure we were satisfied and understood the report. We highly recommend John Villella and All Pro Home Inspection to anyone in need of a home inspection. You won't be disappointed - we weren't!" Thanks John - Steven & Gail T., Amherst, NY
For Real Estate Professionals ...
Conducting home inspections is a science, explaining the Results is an Art!
Immediately after our professional home inspection, you will know and understand the true and honest condition of the home. Our job is to not only perform a thorough inspection, but to present the results in the proper perspective, to explain issues thoroughly without blowing them out of proportion. This is the area I take great pride in - proper communication serves everyone involved in the inspection process.
What are others saying:
"John, Thanks for the tenacity and thoroughness of your inspection. You made the buying process much easier for me. The report is unbelievable and I just wanted to say Thank you. I will recommend you to everyone. Thanks, Cindy Wilson"
To begin with -
*If you are not 100% satisfied with the product and/or service
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Our Home Consulting & Inspection Services ...
The following are the services that we provide:
•· Building Consulting
•· Home Inspections
•· Component Inspections (Specific Inspection - Only need one or two area inspected, gives us a call)
•· Wood Destroying Insect Infestation Inspections & Reports
•· FHA/VA Water Test
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•· Rural Development Inspections
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•· Bank Draw Inspections
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Pre-listing Inspections
· We have put together a Pre-listing Inspections Program that is second to none. Sure, others offer this, but we take it to a new level. Our Seller Advantage Program is exclusive to All Pro Home Inspection.
New Construction Phase Inspections
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Environmental Testing Services
•· Mold Inspections and Testing
•· Mold Remediation Specifications - We have a Industrial Hygienist on Staff
•· Water Quality & Quantity Analysis
•· Radon Testing (Continuous Monitors)
•· Septic System Dye Testing
Commercial Inspections -We follow the ASTM Standards when completing commercial inspections
Our Pledge to You We dedicate 100% of our time and energy delivering First-Class service to YOU, our customer. Our philosophy about real estate is simple. We put ourselves in your shoes, The greatest compliment we can receive is a referral from you to a friend or family member. Our goal...is to become Your personal building consultant for life!
treat you like family and treat your money like it was our money.
What Others are Saying
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Our goal is to become ...
Your Personal Building Consultant for Life
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"During our home inspection, John was helpful with the use of an excellent inspection report. His knowledge of the property and recommendations were a tremendous help. He was able to keep the technical terms simple and made it easy for myself to understand. Professional, Knowledgeable and Sincere was the lasting impression John left me with."
Thank You! Frank D., Lockport, NY
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"John ... My wife and I have purchased many homes across the country and have had other inspections in the past. You are by far the best inspector we have ever had. Your thoroughness and disposition concerning our needs was truly appreciated. You are a professional and we will tell everyone about All Pro Home Inspection."
Thank You, Jim G., Hartland, NY
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"John, Thank you for your thorough, informative, and educational inspection of the home in Albion, NY yesterday. Bruce told me you were the best, and he was right. I very much appreciated your impressive attention to detail."
Thanks again, Tracy Ford, Albion, NY
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"All Pro Home Inspection & Household Environmental Services, Ltd. inspected our new house. John's explanations were easy to understand. He also located a heat exchanger problem during the inspection and provided that this is a potential health hazard and recommended that a qualified HVAC contractor review and repair as needed. He saved us a lot of grief and money. We have had other inspectors in the past, but your approach and attention to detail made this purchase much easier. We will refer you to others."
Sam & Sue P., Town of Niagara, NY
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"We had a flood and our finished basement was damaged. After hearing that All Pro Home Inspection & Household Environmental Services, Ltd. was conducting mold analysis we called John. Our entire family was experiencing many symptoms of mold exposure. John's knowledge and communication to us was priceless. Others had given us the run around and the lack of assistance was everywhere. John brought his testing equipment to our house, and completed his inspection and collected samples for analysis. Unfortunately, we have a serious mold problem. John has been there for us and was able to provide us with answers and referrals to others.
Thanks John!"Jerry & Tina Hay, West Falls, NY
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As a single woman on her first home purchase I was comfortable with John and All Pro Home Inspection. He lead me through the inspection, explaining in simple and easy to understand terms, educating me on the intricacies of my new 30 year-old home.
The report he produced was well organized, printed on the spot and included relevant full-color photos he took during the inspection. I know I will use it as a resource in years to come.
Laurie C., Lockport, NY
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John, Thank you very much for your wonderful inspection, it was a useful tool in our purchase. You are truly a professional and a very knowledgeable person. We just wanted to let you now we went ahead and bought the home. We love it here. Also, thank you for the welcome package - it was a touch of class - Thank you our friends and relatives love-um. We will continue to recommend you.
Bill & Sandy Cooper Lockport, NY
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