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Jim Hawk

Whether you are buying, selling or just want to know the current condition of your home, a home inspection is a great way to find out all there is about the home.

Many people live in a home for 10 or 40 years and never look in their attic, crawlspace, or even pull the electric panel to know whats going in these areas.  Even if you have been in some of these areas, do you know what you are looking for as far as deficiencies?

Before you make that big real estate transaction you should have a thorough home inspection for peace of mind about your new joy.

I have a reputation of finding too much and causing a deal to fall through in some cases.  It is not my fault when a home commits "suicide".  My job is to report all my findings, no matter how small. 

My philosophy on home inspections is quit simple.  I spend whatever time necessary to do my job right.  I relate home inspections to heart surgeons.  Sure all surgeons are doctors, but you know that some are better known with great results and others for not so great results.  If you had a heart surgery coming up, would you just accept any surgeon or the surgeon with the lowest price? 

I have many calls requesting quotes and people trying to get a lower price because others are lower.  Some call back with regrets of choosing the cheaper.  My average home inspection runs about 5 hours with picture review on computer at end of inspection with an additional 2-3 hours at home writing report.  I even had one inspection run 18 hours on a 6,500 square foot home!  I tell people if they want a 2-3 hour inspection go with others. 

Key question to ask your real estate agent: "Who would you use to inspect a home you or a family member are purchasing?"  Not, "Who do you recommend to most clients"

Other fee services include radon testing and water tests for bacteria & coliforms.

Aside from the home inspection, I will schedule a termite inspection (wood destroying insect report) with a state licensed pest control company and/or a septic tank pump/inspection if desired.  There is no additional charge for scheduling of these services.  I do my best to schedule these inspections to take place on the same day of my inspection so I can see what they will be reporting on.

If you want an inspection that will do whatever it takes to do the job right regardless of time, and inform you of everything so that you can make the most informed decision - give me a call for a quote to schedule an appointment with our home inspector.

Mobile # 828.553.8640 
Email Jim.Hawkeye@gmail.com



Qualifications:
NC General Contractor License #:58287 NC Home Inspector License #: 2359 Mobile # 828.553.8640 NCLHIA Membership

About:
I am a Christian family man with a keen eye. I am very thorough, 4-5 hours per inspection. I have high standards for ethics, morals & integrity. My reputation is for finding too many things wrong. Jim.Hawkeye@gmail.com 828.553.8640
Outstanding Report
- L.C., March 2013
Jim, we have had a number of home inspections over the years and yours was the most thorough and professional we can recall.
- D.W., December 2012
Mr. Hawk did a thorough and professional job and I found his report to be clear and to the point.
- M.W., December 2012
I appreciate the thoroughness of the inspection, the professionalism, and the explanation of findings at the end of the inspection. Also, the written report was emailed to me the next morning with photos and detailed explanatons of findings. Thank you Jim!
- R.B., October 2012
Nice, clear, concise and thorough report. Quick turnaround, and easy to communicate with. Much appreciated. KBD
- K.D., August 2012
excellent job. beyond my expectations
- F.R., June 2012
Jim Hawk did a great job on our inspection. He was very thorough and personable. He also explained the issues he encountered clearly. My wife and I would recommend him highly to anyone. -David B.
- D.B., May 2012
Fabulous attention to detail.
- L.G., April 2012

- B.P., February 2012
Professional and flexible. Wonderful job!
- M.C., Charlotte NC, June 2011
Excellent job as always. Very professional!
- H.V., May 2011
Thank you for the excellent report it will certainly help explain the findings to the other party. Great job again.
- C.B., April 2011
Nice job done on a very timely basis. You have met my highest expectations. Thanks, Marcus Laufer
- M.L., Hallandale Beach FL, January 2011
Hard working, honest, experienced. What else could you want?
- P.W., October 2010
Thank you Jim, you ROCK!
- G.O., October 2010
He was very professional while pleasant. He was prompt with the finished report.
- J.C., September 2010
Jim You are the very best home inspector I have met. Your attention to detail and integrity is something for others to emulate.
- T.J., July 2010
Jim You are the very best home inspector I have met. Your attention to detail and integrity is something for others to emulate.
- T.J., July 2010
Thanks Jim!
- C.J., Brevard NC, June 2010
Thanks for your prompt inspection.
- L.S., June 2010


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Hawkeye Residential Inspections, LLC

Workphone: 828.877.4295
Mobile: 828.553.8640
Fax: 828.877.6281

Brevard, NC 28712