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Testimonials
John Cauthen
As a homeowner myself, and owner of investment property I know that purchasing and maintaining a home can be the biggest and most satisfying investment any homebuyer or family can make. All the services I provide keep this in mind when I inspect a home. It’s my job to indentify, record, and help you understand any findings and direct you as necessary to a corrective solution.
I limit myself to only two inspections a day so I have time to make a detailed assessment of the home and have enough time to answer your questions. Some inspectors will schedule three of four inspections in a day; I do not feel this is enough time for most homes.
I will walk the roof, explore the entire crawlspace, attic and test every system in the home if possible. You will receive a detailed written report - usually the next day - outlining each item with pictures and I will make a follow-up call to you to see if you have any questions.
Qualifications:
NCHI License # 2376, NC Licensed Home Inspector Ass., ASHI #248103, NC General Contractor # 57966
About:
As an experienced inspector, I am familiar with many of the building practices in the area and the workmanship seen in many neighborhoods throughout the Triangle.
100% satisfied with the inspection! Attention to detail was fantastic and he recommended what to fix before moving in and what to request the seller to fix. I would highly recommend him for anyone buying a house!
- E.D., April 2012
- E.D., April 2012
Very professional and friendly. Reports are submitted in a timely manner.
- S.L., Raleigh NC, March 2012
- S.L., Raleigh NC, March 2012
John does a fantastic job. He's professional, thorough, and takes his responsibility to the homeowner very seriously. I've recommended him to countless clients over the years and even had him do my own home inspection.
Travis Everette
Broker Realtor
- T.E., Chapel Hill NC, November 2011
- T.E., Chapel Hill NC, November 2011
John was extremely professional and honest. He spent a great deal of time examining exterior, interior and every aspect of the home. His report was complete and eay to understand. I would highly recommend him for your inspection needs
- I.M., July 2011
- I.M., July 2011
I walked with John and was pleasedwith the manner he conducted his inspection. We cover the exterior, interior and crawl space. His report was complete and eay to understand. I will have john return every two years for another inspection.
Thanks!
- C.W., March 2011
- C.W., March 2011
John did a gooda and thourough inspection.
- L.S., March 2011
- L.S., March 2011
I appreciated comments and recommendations made regarding the upkeep as well as suggestions to enhance the house. My questions were answered completely and without reservation.
- V.B., December 2010
- V.B., December 2010
I would highly recommend John to anyone who needs a Home Inspection.
His professionalism and honesty stood out as a big factor. I found him through a referral and I have to say I
was impressed from the start. He was on time and thorough during the whole inspection process. I felt like a ton had been lifted off my chest after he finished. He paid attention to detail.
He is #1 in my book. Thanks!!!
- J.S., October 2010
- J.S., October 2010
You can see how John actually likes his job and gets excited to find out everything about the house. John is clearly a good professional, and I would strongly recommend him.
- G.Z., October 2010
- G.Z., October 2010
Very personable during a stressful moment for home shoppers, thank you
- D.P., October 2010
- D.P., October 2010
Thank you for doing such a thorough job, for providing the homeowner recommendations throughout the report, and for providing the Year 'Round Homeowner checklist.
Linda
- L.B., September 2010
- L.B., September 2010
Very Proffeinal and freindly, not intimadatin at all. Answered all questions fully and thoughly.
- K.G., August 2010
- K.G., August 2010
John was great to work with. Not only was he thorough, he took the time to answer all questions we had while on site. He also encouraged us to actively participate in the inspection so that we "got to know our home"
- M.R., August 2010
- M.R., August 2010
John,
for anyone who is needing a home inspection I will highly recommend you every time. If these comments get posted on the web I would like to let people know that for the inspections that you have completed for my clients you have been on time, thorough, professional and great with people- my clients are always pleased and feel that the service they receive is more than worth the money they pay.
Thanks John,
Steve Baker
Keller Williams Realty
- S.B., July 2010
- S.B., July 2010
John did a fantastic job and was great to work with, I can see why my agent likes to work with him.
-Peter
- P.S., July 2010
- P.S., July 2010
John was extremely professional and was meticulous in his inspection of my home. He spent a great deal of time examining every aspect of the home and uncovered issues that I, who has owed a home for over 20 years, would never have discovered. The cost of the inspection was more then made up with repairs completed by the seller that John discovered. I would highly recommend him for your inspection needs.
- J.F., June 2010
- J.F., June 2010
John was very informative, courteous and professional.
- L.H., June 2010
- L.H., June 2010
John was very thorough, courteous, and informative. I highly recommend him
- J.R., June 2010
- J.R., June 2010
Was very thorough and took the time to explain findings.
- J.K., June 2010
- J.K., June 2010
Thanks John. Very professional. You can set an example for all the inspectors. The home owner was impressed. As you know I believe HomeGauge is heads above in reporting and combine that with ASHI, outstanding! You can be one of leading inspectors and have an inspection company that can support you in all of times. Ken
- D.S., June 2010
- D.S., June 2010
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- Punctuality and Timely Completion: No one likes to wait or have large windows of time where service providers "might" get to them. No one likes the job to drag out because of the service provider's other projects or if it becomes apparent that the SP did not plan well.
- Workmanship: No one likes shoddy work, shortcuts, or tradesmen who take advantage of the customer's lack of awareness of what is good quality work.
- Responsibility: Many home owners do not wear shoes in their home and service providers should wear covers over their shoes when necessary. SP's should not travel into rooms that are not in the work scope. They should not use the toilet without asking. If the SP soils or breaks something, they should try to replace it.
- Professionalism: A Professional does not try to add unnecessary work to the contract. Nor do they try to make themselves look good by demeaning their competition or by discussing religion or politics. Professionals stand behind their price and make the experience pleasant with the customer.
- Cleans Up Daily: Customers like to know that each day when service providers leave the room, it is in a broom swept condition, meaning nothing laying around loose, dangerous, all cords are rolled up, and trash or debris is contained or removed. SP's should clean up at the end of the job.
- Friendly: No one wants to hear service providers' personal problems. The service provider should be pleasant to be around.
- Responsive to a Customer's Call: Call backs should be made in the same day and the service provider should do what was promised.
- Well Organized: Generally speaking, from start to finish, the process went well, any concerns were addressed or corrected, and the repair or project ended well with everyone satisfied.
- Hygiene: The service provider should look clean, smell clean, and wear shoe covers indoors when needed.
- Recommended: Would you recommend this individual or company?
First Call Home Inspections LLC
http://firstcallhomeinspections.com
Workphone: 919-923-5466
Mobile: 919-923-5466
Fax: 919-240-4127
Chapel Hill,
NC
27514
