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"We live in a new construction home and we were nearing the end of our one year builder warranty period and a neighbor recommended getting a home inspection done, so that any issues can be referred to the builder to fix. She also recommended Frank for the home inspection and I'm very happy to have followed her suggestion. A home inspection for warranty purposes has perhaps a slightly different emphasis from a usual home purchase inspection especially since some very minor things can gradually develop into larger problems. Frank found a number of issues in this category that were missed by the inspector whom we had used while buying the house. Some examples were over-driven nails in the exterior siding that could rust and allow moisture to enter inside, missing paint at lower edges of certain siding corners (I don't know how he spotted this since it is so low to the ground, the builder's warranty coordinator and I spent a good 15 minutes trying to see figure out how he'd taken the photograph in the report --- our guess is that it was with a mirror), improper flashing for gutters that was in turn causing water to enter the crawlspace. Frank did such a thorough job that I couldn't be happier. In addition the web-accessible report made it very easy to turn over to the builders. Frank was also very clear in communication, very responsive and on time and professional with a same day turn around on the detailed report. Furthermore, seeing how much pride and passion is displayed in his work I have no reservations in giving him the most enthusiastic recommendation!" -- Denis C., Redmond WA
"Highly knowledgeable and professional, quick turnaround both in getting an appointment and the report, well-documented and thorough, with pix and icons that mark the level of concern about the issue and specific recommendations for repair or upgrade. He documented even minor concerns just for "FYI," and was pleasant to deal and explained things to the buyer in clear language throughout the four-hour inspection. Especially noteworthy: Frank took a lot of cautions and was very careful with the owners' property, to make sure his inspection didn't even leave a trace of his presence (e.g. took his shoes off when entering the property, used a probe instead of trying to stick an arm into tight spaces). Would definitely recommend this inspector to anyone!" -- Susann T., Sammamish WA "I highly recommend Frank Olsen from Olsen Home Inspections. Purchasing our first home is an intimidating process but Frank did an excellent job easing our fears by providing a very thorough inspection. Frank is very personable and will point out things in your future home that you never would have noticed otherwise. He also gave us great recommendations for problem areas and what to watch out for as our home ages. We have used Frank's services twice and I will recommend him to others looking for a home inspector." -- Lea M., Issaquah WA "I was extremely impressed by the level of detail and attention you put forth during our home inspection. The inspection not only gave us a very clear perspective of the state of our new home, but also allowed us to move forward with our purchase with confidence. On top of this, the information regarding our inspection was communicated in a clear way, which gives us a map as to what should be prioritized as first time home owners. Thank you so much for the great inspection- you came highly recommended by our real estate agent and went beyond our expectations." -- Mike and Holly, Bellingham WA "Mr. Olsen was very professional. Showed up on time, performed a meticulous home inspection and was extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend him and use him again should the need arise." -- Del D., Seattle WA "Thank you for your assistance in inspecting the home I wish to purchase. I was initially impressed that you were able to meet with me at the residence the very next morning to accomplish the inspection. Obviously, I am on a timeline and the fact that you were able to fit me in immediately was greatly appreciated. You spent nearly four hours inspecting the property. Since the house was built in 1977 this thorough inspection was more than necessary. You looked at things I would never thought of, and brought all items large and small to my attention. Additionally, you forwarded your report to me that very day giving me all the information I needed to continue with my purchase of the property. I have already spoken highly of your services to my friends and family and would recommend you to anyone. Thank you again for your thoroughness and professionalism." -- Nancy S., Issaquah, WA “Frank was extremely knowledgeable, thorough and helpful. Thanks!” -- Mike L., Woodinville WA |
"Frank inspected the house we were purchasing - top to bottom, inside and out. He spent a great deal of time discussing all the issues with us as he inspected. The written report he provided was comprehensive, and emailed to us in less than 24 hrs. The report included photos, observations, relevant building codes, and suggestions for repairs. We were extremely pleased with the entire process - in fact, we hired Frank to inspect three different houses in the past year! Would highly recommend." -- William T., Issaquah, WA
"Frank at Olsen Home Inspectors performed a thorough home inspection for a older home that we had made an offer on. Frank's inspection took 3 hours. We started outside and Frank pointed out several small issues around the outside of the home. He then got on the roof and inspected the roof, gutters, chimneys and vents. Then we went inside where he inspected each room in detail and then got up into the attic. The final step was for Frank to crawl under the house and inspect the crawl space. (I have had inspectors only do a visual inspection from the entrance) Frank crawled around under the house to thorough inspect the structure and foundation. Very important to me was that at each stage Frank was willing to explain to me what he was seeing and the impact on the home. He talked about the seriousness of each issue he planned on putting in the report and relative difficulty in remediation. At the end of the inspection I was confident that all of the issues were addressable without breaking the bank and decided to move forward on the purchase of the home." -- Greg H., Issaquah, WA "It was our first home purchase, moving from a condo and we needed an inspection done quickly in a hot real estate market. Frank was available the next morning for our inspection. Very quickly he identified a serious insect problem and gave us the option to stop the inspection at no cost to us. Due to the seriousness of the problem, we were grateful and moved on. The very next weekend we found another home and didn't question who we'd call for the inspection, of course Frank. He came out right away, and performed a thorough inspection on the home. He took his time, going over every inch and explaining all concerns to us during and after the inspection. He was very knowledgeable, answered all our questions and offered to be a source of reference for us in the future as we navigate home ownership. We just called him for advice on something and he was more than willing to help. We'd recommend him to all our friends and family." -- Bronwyn W., Edmonds WA "I was totally impressed with the inspection. I've had a number of home inspections over the years and this one was by far the most thorough one that I've experienced. Not only did you check items that I was not aware of, you explained everything to our satisfaction. Frank was pleasant to work with and conscientious of treating us and our future home with respect. I would wholeheartedly recommend Frank's services to anyone." -- Brent W., Renton WA “Frank has been great to work with. He is thorough and responsive. He provides clients with a promptly completed and comprehensive report. He explains all items in detail, and follows up to make sure the client is satisfied with the inspection, and confident about the status of the home.” -- Gary O., Realtor, Coldwell Banker Bain, Issaquah WA "Frank did a great job, very pleased with the inspection" -- Adam and Jess B., Snoqualmie WA "10/10. I learned a great deal about my house in addition to the peace of mind of having a professional ensure that our investment is sound. Thanks for taking the time to explain mitigation techniques in many cases." -- Richard G., Redmond WA "Frank was very thorough and paid a lot of attention to detail. He explained everything he encountered to me and my husband in a manner we could both understand. He is experienced in the housing field and it shows! Definitely recommend again." -- Christine O., Camano Island WA “Frank did an inspection for me recently. It was a short notice but he made a point to accommodate me. He did a great thorough job and I’ll be happy to call him in the future and recommend him to others.” -- Tanya P., Realtor, Coldwell Banker Bain, Kirkland WA “Olsen Home Inspections was FABULOUS! Just as promised, Frank returned my call and scheduled an appointment to do an inspection on my soon-to-be condo. He was on-time and very thorough in the inspection. This is my first condo purchase and Frank made the “inspection process” less stressful and easy to understand.” -- Arielle W., Issaquah WA |
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