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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-07-19 | Melissa Jones | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks gives us a starting point to go from!! |
| 2008-09-04 | Kimberly Goad | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your quick and expert advice. My niece is getting in touch with a well expert as I type this. You have gave them some valuable information that they will be able to follow up on if they need to go farther with this. Again, thank you for your time. Kim goad |
| 2008-04-30 | Emily | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for the very timely response!! |
| 2008-01-26 | Jennifer | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2008-01-26 | Meghan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Great quick response. I may be following up soon! |
| 2008-01-19 | Esther | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I will definitely have it inspected and thank you for both your advise and for your promptness in replying. |
| 2007-11-25 | Lynn | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | A very detailed answer. All the information was practical and at least points me in the right direction. The response was very quick and detailed. I appreciate your advice. Thank you. |
| 2007-11-21 | Tammy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thanks so much for responding so promptly. Is there any other way to tell if it's poor workmanship??? |
| 2007-10-26 | debbie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you for your quick reply. you answered my question and put my mind at ease,even though there are other things that were noticed 1 year after purchase that we have documentation that the previous homeowner done the work himself. thank you again |
| 2007-09-30 | Charisse | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your time and help. I sincerely thank you. |
| 2007-09-21 | Beth | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2007-09-06 | Nancy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks! That is what we did today. Also called around and located a plumbing service who serviced the previous owner and have records of thier recommendations for repair and the previous owners rejection of repairs. A blantant disclosure avoidance!!! We got her. |
| 2007-08-16 | Lindsey | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2007-07-06 | Buck | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | quick response and helpful |
| 2007-06-17 | kyle seconi | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Straight forward...no fluff. Thanks! |
| 2007-04-23 | Michelle Cargile | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thanks |
| 2007-03-12 | Mark | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks John, I figured I was in the "right" direction, I just wanted to make sure I wasn't or wouldn't do anything to jeopardize my case. Thanks again |
| 2007-02-15 | karen rivera | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | John, Thanks so much. There are a lot of things that I never thought about. I have a lot of work ahead, I see. You have been very helpful. Karen |
| 2007-02-01 | ERIC | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | response in about 10 minutes, thank you for all the info. |
| 2006-12-20 | Eileen Moyer | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | John, Thank you, you have been more helpful than you know. My husband and I had already decided to pay them the money, but still really do believe that we disclosed everything to them before they took out the window. You were very helpful. Again thank you |
| 2006-12-16 | Eileen Moyer | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much for your help. |
| 2006-11-14 | Tremayne | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for the knowledge. If I only knew about you before hand. |
| 2006-11-02 | TIM | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | VERY DETAILED, POLITE, KNOWLEDGABLE ANSWER IN SUPER QUICK TIME. THANKS MUCH!!! |
| 2006-10-20 | Jim and Ruth Maton | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much, from the bottom of our hearts. We still do not feel in control of the scenerio and opted to not show up for closing day because as you described, we felt we were dealt w/ a no win situation. That AS IS addendum, is what caused this confusion, really. We had already signed it because our realtor (who in the end did not have our best interest in mind) explained that the form was just a "formality" that is required. She made it a point to get us to sign it before we paid for an inspection, meaning regardless, we never had a leg to stand on because of what we unwittengly signed. Had she explained herself clearly, I swear, I would have NEVER signed it! It meant that we accept the place the way it is and regardless of the inspection findings,we assumed responsibility for it. I mistakenly believed that we had the right to opt out because the seller neglected to be truthful once the findings were revealed. Anyways, I am only venting for at this point they say, legal action shall follow. THe inspection did not show structural damage only comestic repair ..... |
| 2006-10-16 | Wayne | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for saving me from the money pit! |
| 2006-10-04 | Jessica Nelson | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you! I now know that it is not quite as easy as it appears. I had no idea how many different Problems/scenarios there would be. I will be bringing this up with our realtor. |
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John McKenna, CMI
Expertise
I can answer your question about home inspections and the hidden aspects of of the industry. I own American Home Inspection for east Texas and am a Certified Master Inspector. Sometimes there are questions about buying and selling a home that a qualified and honest home inspector can answer. Many people are led to believe incomplete information about repair items and make costly mistakes when they respond. If you do not know enough information or know what to ask, you can buy a nightmare instead of a home. Is your home inspector working for you or the Realtor? Is the owner of the home telling the truth? How do you make sure the contractor who makes repairs will do it right? Is the Realtor moving too fast and causing a person to make hasty choices? What are some of the things the Realtor does not want you to know? What you discover after you are the owner of the home and then decide to sell? What type of box can the home inspector put you in when the new buyer is now inspecting your home? What can you do if the home inspector was negligent? How do you prepare for a home inspection? What should you do with the home inspection report at the negotiating table? What are the signs of sheeple being led to the slaughter? Why do some realtors hate the "deal killer" home inspector? What type of action can you take now to protect yourself from law suite after someone buys your home? When is something a minor or major problem? What are the most common problems found in a home inspection? What can you do to prepare for a home inspection? What questions can you ask the home inspector so you choose the right one? The list goes on and on... "The truth will make you free"
Experience
Over 25 years experience in construction and board certified as a Certified Master Inspector. Licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission as a Professional Home Inspector (TREC #4565) and Certified by the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI).
Education/Credentials
Certified Master Inspector (CMI)
National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI)
Licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC #4565)
See more info: http://texas-inspection.com
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