Haystack Home Inspections

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Vancouver BC V6H 1B2
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Norbert Jakubke in New Westminster
Norbert Jakubke in New Westminster
1 review New Westminster, BC
10/10

Responsive. Timely. Accurate

I found Chris on Yelp, where he was highly rated. The rating did not let me down. When I called Chris an short notice, he responded immediately and accommodated my needs. I was onsite while he did his inspection. When ready he provided me with full, user-friendly info on deficiencies and explained how things in the unit worked. He knows his stuff. I have more work coming up for Chris and would not hesitate using him again and recommending him to others.

Approximate cost of services:
$400.00
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Norbert, Thanks for your recommendation. I love it that you found the ratings provided by other clients truly reflect the work performed by Haystack Home Inspections. I look forward to helping you in the near future when you find a more suitable Vancouver condo. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

Celia in New Westminster
Celia in New Westminster
1 review Burnaby, BC
10/10

Superior home inspection!!

I'm a first-time home buyer and Chris was friendly and excellent in showing us what to look for and what needs to be working at a property. He was really detail orientated and provided a thorough easy-to-read inspection report on all his findings. Glad we found out the radiant floor heating wasn't working and that it had to be fixed by the seller. Will definitely recommend his service to anyone!

Approximate cost of services:
$475.00
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Company Response

Hi Celia, I am happy to hear you were able to get the sellers to fix the radiant in floor heating on the main level. It’s always nice to have heat when you move in. As first time buyers its important to put items into context. That you found the report of your Burnaby duplex THOROUGH & EASY-to-READ is welcomed feed back. Thanks for your review. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews New Westminster, BC
10/10

Home Inspection

Chris was very knowledgeable and thorough and was able to help us out with two inspections on quite short notice. He picked up on several issues that we would never have noticed ourselves.

Approximate cost of services:
$550.00
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Company Response

Hello and thanks for writing. I always enjoy working with engineers. Helping with your two detached home inspections in Vancouver was my pleasure. Inspecting old timers brings with them a whole other level of scrutiny because of number of changes that happen to a home naturally over years of various families living in them. Inspecting heritage homes is a lot more work but also very pleasing. When you are ready to venture into the market again I would love to help. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

Julie in New Westminster
Julie in New Westminster
1 review Port Moody, BC
10/10

Home inspection

Chris is a great home inspector! He was very friendly, punctual, knowledgeable, and thorough.
The report we received was detailed and super helpful. We would use Chris again and would recommend him highly!

Approximate cost of services:
$635.00
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Company Response

Hi Julie, I am so glad that you found the home inspection report SUPER HELPFUL. Inspecting your Port Moody home was my pleasure. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

Richard in New Westminster
Richard in New Westminster
1 review Coquitlam, BC
10/10

House Inspection

Chris was very helpful and knowledgeable with his home inspection. It was our first home purchase so we relied on his expert advice. He provided us with a detailed summary of his inspection and was very thorough. I would definitely use Chris's services for any future home inspections.

Approximate cost of services:
$450.00
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Company Response

Hello Richard, Thanks for your review. Helping FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS with professional advice is rewarding. While all clients need help first time buyers sometimes needs just a little bit more to feel comfortable. I hope you are happing in your town home for years to come. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

Hong Lin  in New Westminster
Hong Lin in New Westminster
1 review New Westminster, BC
10/10

Fantastic serices from Haystack Home Inspections

Chris from Haystack Home Inspections is the best! He is very professional and pleasant to work with. He is quick in generating reports and very patient in answering questions, even questions beyond the scope of his services. Chris is a very good resource for home inspections. I will recommend Chris to every home buyer without hesitation!

Approximate cost of services:
$500.00
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Company Response

Hong, your enthusiasm is fantastic and I am glad you think we are THE BEST. As you are well aware service doesn’t stop after I have a cheque in my hand. At Haystack Home Inspections we are here to help as a resource for any future questions you may have. Good luck with your search. Sincerely, Chris Thompson.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Langley, BC
10/10

Home Inspection

I would highly recommend Chris for anyone looking for a home inspection. I required a home inspection right away so I called Chris and he was able work with the time frame I gave him. He was very professional and took his time with any questions that I had. I can't thank him enough! Thanks again Chris!

Approximate cost of services:
$400.00
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Company Response

I can tell you that your review goes a long way to thanking me enough. It is so nice to hear from satisfied clients it makes me work harder to keep getting this type of validation. Thanks again. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

Ross in New Westminster
Ross in New Westminster
1 review New Westminster, BC
10/10

Home Inspection Done Right

Chris did a couple home inspections for us over the last year. He was extremely thorough and straight to the points, which we appreciate. His reports were extremely clear (with photos) and that helped us make a really informed decision on what to do next. Not only did his inspection help us in a purchasing decision but it also gave us a great plan for what we needed to fix in the years to come. He had many great tricks up his sleeve to find things about the house that we never receive from any other inspections in the past. On top of being really great at what he does, he seems like a great guy. We will absolutely be using him again in the future and would recommend him in a heartbeat.

Approximate cost of services:
$625.00
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Company Response

Hi Ross, repeat customers are fantastic. They bring with them a level of trust and understanding that make my job very satisfying. Thanks for sharing your home purchasing experience with other perspective clients it is really appreciated. At Haystack Home Inspections using different communications strategies based on the client we happen to be working with is important. For you getting STRAIGHT TO THE POINT worked. With others sometimes more information is needed. I am happy to hear that you feel I am a GREAT GUY because I hope that shows in the work I perform. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

Órán in New Westminster
Órán in New Westminster
1 review New Westminster, BC
10/10

Property Inspection

Great home inspection, very thorough and professional. Helped me make the right decision regarding purchasing a property. I would highly recommend their services as purchasing a property is an expensive venture and it was great to have a professional opinion.

Approximate cost of services:
$400.00
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Company Response

Hello Oran, you are so right purchasing a property in the lower mainland is an expensive venture. Helping give you the right information to make an informed decision is important. I am glad you feel you made the RIGHT DECISION. If I can with any further details for your New Westminster condo inspection, please call. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

kaythody
kaythody
1 review Vancouver, BC
10/10

Yay for Chris!

We were lucky enough to find Chris through a referral and am I ever glad we did - he's super smart, extremely professional and a genuine pleasure to work with.

Even though hunting for a house in Vancouver wasn't always a pleasant experience (battling hundreds of competing offers, limited inventory to choose from, etc.) working with Chris was. He made us feel like we had a superhero on our side and in situations where we needed to go in subject free we always felt like he had our backs. He wasn't afraid to give us straight up honest feedback even if it wasn't what we wanted to hear (no one wants to find out the house they're really excited about has asbestos, leaks, etc.) and in one circumstance his knowledge and expertise saved us what could have potentially been hundreds of thousands of dollars had he not been with us.

We were lucky that the right house finally found us and was given the thumbs up from him. If you are in the market for a home, Chris is your guy. I can't say enough good things about him and even though I never want to go through the ordeal of house hunting again, if we ever do he will be the first person I call !

Approximate cost of services:
$600.00
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Company Response

Kay, in actual fact I was lucky that you found me as working with you was such a pleasure. Thanks for your kind words. I will take the fact that you referred to me as SUPER SMART and a SUPERHERO that you were really happy with the professionalism and genuine joy I have for my chosen career. It can be hard purchasing in such a crazy Vancouver housing market. In the end walking away from the first home we looked at was the right decision. With your renovations underway feel free to call with any questions you may have. Sincerely, Chris Thompson

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More about Haystack Home Inspections

The best inspections are performed by passionate inspectors. Buying or maintaining a home or condo can be intimidating. Get the professional guidance you need.

** Flexible workdays help accommodate your schedule.

** Extensive knowledge informs your inspection.

** Exceptional reporting aids your understanding.

** Transparent pricing assures you our best deal.

A genuine concern for your well-being and years of hands-on experience in construction, residential and commercial project management as well as extensive inspection training influence each inspection performed for you.

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CATEGORIES
Home Inspection
PRODUCTS
Pre-sale, Pre-list, Maintenance, and New construction inspection reports & deficiency lists
SERVICES
Residential Inspections: Condominiums, Houses new & old, Town houses, Duplexes, and Mobile homes
BRANDS
Haystack Home Inspections
SPECIALITIES
First-time buyers, Lawyers, Developers, and Tradesmen Strata properties & Heritage Homes
WEBSITE
http://haystackhomeinspections.com/
RETURN POLICY
Ask about our money back guarantee.
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash or Cheque
LICENSES
Consumer Protection BC License No. 54623
MEMBERSHIPS
Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors CAHPI(BC)
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
DIPLOMAS
Carson Dunlop Property Inspection Training Program Industrial Design Degree
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
PROJECT RATE
Variable, call for a quote or check out our website.
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
Following HIABC Standards of Practice
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