Vishey Consulting & Inspection
Certified Real Estate Inspections by Gregory Vishey, BSME, MSA, CRI, NIT
Member NAHI, MIC-NAHI,
FHA-HUD Approved 203(k) Inspector #A124 and Consultant #P1584
I specialize in First-Time Buyers, Foreclosures and Distressed Properties
Where I inspect, my customers follow with life savings & hard work. They are deeply invested financially and emotionally in their purchase and depend on my services to protect them. I present facts clearly and advise on repair strategies. I take this responsibility very seriously. I actively support my clients long after the sale and am a ready resource for their questions and needs.
Testimonials - What Customers Say :
BC (Warren): "First, allow me to compliment you on your obvious superior skills and meticulousness at what can only be described as an art-form. No mere trade or profession can satisfactorily reflect your hard work and attention to detail. Impressive work!"
GA (Hazel Park): "In a profession where there are so many who cut corners and look to make a quick dollar, you stand head and shoulders above the rest, offering insight and professionalism in your work. A quick story: My realtor called and said "I guess you guys stayed pretty late the other night looking over the house" To me, that speaks volumes about the detail and quality of the inspection. I said, "Of course we spent a lot of time. And as a result, I feel more confident about the property."
BZ (Sterling Hts): "I'm so glad you inspected my home, because not only did you point out various problems, you taught me how to become a better homeowner. I'll be glad to give you referrals when they arise. You did a great job for me and I really appreciate it." Read other testimonials here...
My Service Area is S-E Michigan I generally inspect where my referrals ask me to go. I cover ALL of Michigan's South-East Communities, including but not limited to: Armada, Auburn Hills, Berkeley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, West Bloomfield, Canton, Centerline, Clarkston, Clawson, Clinton Twp, Commerce Twp, Dearborn, Detroit, Eastpointe, Farmington, Ferndale, Flat Rock, Fraser, Grosse Pointe, Hamtramck, Harper Woods, Harrison Twp, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Livonia, Macomb, Madison Hts, Melvindale, Milford, Munroe, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Plymouth, Pontiac, Redford, Rochester, Rochester Hills, Romeo, Romulus, Roseville, Royal Oak, Shelby, St Clair Shores, Sterling Heights, Southfield, Southgate, Taylor, Troy, Warren, Washington Twp, Wayne, West Bloomfield, Westland, Wixom, Woodhaven, Ypsilanti...and everywhere in-between.
Available References? Hundreds. My business is referral-based from satisfied
customers - You are my priority.
Do I Meet Standards? Yes, Inspections & Reports fulfill NAHI & ASHI Standards - Including: On & under roof, grounds, foundation, structure, floors, walls, windows, doors, ceilings, electrical, plumbing, furnace, A/C, appliances & many areas that other inspectors pass by.
Concerned about Air Quality orMold? I also test for Radon, Mercury and Lead metals. Utilizing Certified labs, I can perform air quality sampling for fungus and coordinate radon, asbestos, water, air, dust, soils, hydrocarbons, and other tests. As a Test Engineer and Engineering Manager, I know how to get testing done affordably.
Your Next Inspection Report: Your home's findings are presented in a complete and easy to understand report. It tells you what is wrong, what skilled trade should fix it and you'll even a rough idea of how much repairs like this should cost. Your report will be useful long into the future. Click here to download a sample report
> 4. Detailed Checklist Pages
> 6. Local Service Recommendations
Radon, Fungus, Asbestos and other lab results may append your report as contracted.
Many inspectors take an hour or less... My inspections typically take over 3.5 hours. I remain on site to properly explain all findings. My job is to make you brilliant about the home! After the inspection, 3-4 more hours will be spent preparing your professional report. Your report will normally be sent to you that night or by 9am the next morning.
Remember: The devil (and the risk) is in the details.
1. Take Your Time. As you draft your offer, request 9-10 days for the inspection (this is negotiable - it is YOUR offer). If needed, extend your inspection period through an amendment to your purchase offer. You need this time to evaluate all the findings for this purchase. Get more time up front. Rushing increases your risk. Use this Buyers Checklist to reduce risk.
2. Choose a Capable Inspector. Look for a well-educated and experienced inspector who communicates well and fulfills the NAHI Standards. Request and review a sample report. Review a sample report. Your Inspector must: 1. Be capable of finding things that are not obvious. 2. Correctly interpret findings. 3. Communicate findings to you in a useful manner.
3. Choose a Great Report. Review a sample report. When the inspection is over, you get a report...make it a great one! Beware of thin reports with nothing in them or thick reports with useless "encyclopedia" type information - you are not designing homes, you are buying this one. You need information about this house. Inspectors and reports vary as much as homes do - in detail, cost & quality. Bad reports initially cost the same as great ones. Later, they cost much, much more...
4. Consider the True Cost of Your Inspection. I save buyers THOUSANDS of dollars daily. The defects I find and repair strategies I suggest pay for the inspection many times over. This contrasts to inspectors with similar rates but their value and completeness is lacking because they lack experience. My inspections start at $350 for homes under 2000 sq ft and increases based on age, size & complexity. Separate plumbing, electrical, foundation or roof inspections are are offered at much reduced costs.
5. Connect to Past Services & Warranties. Ask about past repairs, appliances & service warranties. Some owners buy service contracts on the furnace and gas appliances - these can transfer. Some waterproofing remedies come with long warranties. Ask the City if there are any past or open permits on the home (and get a copy of the Permit History.
6. Don't get lost or Misled in the VA , FHA/HUD or 203k Processes. If financing VA / FHA, you will need an appraisal through FHA. This appraisal is NOT an inspection (even though it is often called one). The VA/FHA Appraisal covers only 86 items to secure the loan. You will be advised to get a Home Inspection (HUD Advisory Form 92564CN). An FHA appraisal is not an inspection. (seeHUD Inspection Form 92564VC ) If using a HUD 203(k) loan, I am a HUD 203(k) Inspector and a 203(k) Consultant - call me.
Who is Doing Your Next Inspection and what do you expect of them?
I am Nationally Certified to teach Home Inspection and I also teach Material Application, Building Technique, & Safety. As an Inspector, I routinely find defects that builders, electricians and plumbers create. Few inspectors are qualified to teach this craft.
*copyright Vishey 1998-2011
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Free Information & Important Links
| 1. "THE" BUYER'S CHECKLIST | The BEST steps to minimize your risk and to maximize your discovery. Print a copy and let this save you money and reduce risk. |
| 2. REPORT: A Free Sample Report Copy | Simply download a sample PDF report for your review. Compare this work to other inspector reports you might be considering. |
| 3. MY CURRICULUM VITAE | Consulting, Expert Witness & Expert Testimony services are expertly fulfilled |
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Review my qualifications to inspect your home. | |
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Links to my "Home Solutions" network - Woodworking, Interior Decorating, Handy Services, Storage organization, Computer IT and more. | |
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Links to trusted Contractors that I have used for many years who are reasonably-priced, ethical and hard working. I know many of these contractors through the GPW Chapter of BNI and the Macomb Chamber of Commerce. | |
| 7. MOLD: Concerns & Answers | An explanation of available services and how they can help you |
| 8. RADON: Concerns & Answers | An explanation of Radon sources, testing and how this can help you |
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FAQ's - Get very complete answers to your questions about inspection findings. | |
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10. INFO: HAZARDS & Repair sites (Links) |
Informative links on repairs, product recalls, toxic materials and consumer safety |
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Check this analysis of problems in100 homes that I inspected... with photos. | |
| 12. BUSINESS PROFILE & Sources | Where my business comes from and Why I take care of my clients |
| 13. Sample some of my past work | Check on my "Home" work. This will show you I know what I'm doing. |
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A quick check on your own skills of inquiry and observation. |
Contact: Email Greg Vishey at - NAHI-Inspector
Greg Vishey is a member of the National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI) and a board member of the Michigan Inspectors - (The Michigan Chapter of NAHI)
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