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Testimonials
Derl Nelson, P. E.
Before you purchase or sell your home or property, please call AQI Inspection Services. We can help protect your investment with a thorough home/property inspection! Call us now to discuss your individual inspection needs. Work Phone: 205-970-6883 Mobile Phone: 205-529-1657 Fax Number: 205-413-8947
About AQI Inspection Services
We perform thorough inspections at reasonable prices. We can help you get to know the condition of the property you are about to buy or sell, and give you the confidence you need to make an informed decision.
We are located in Birmingham and serve all surrounding areas. We look forward to hearing from you!
Qualifications:
AL License No HI-0781 ASHI Member 242914 BS Elec Engr Sr Member IEEE Member NSPE Certified by ITA
About:
Our goal is to provide honest dependable home inspection services using the latest technology and training available. Our certified inspector, Derl Nelson, is an engineering graduate with many years of experience in home remodeling.
Derl was extremely thorough in his inspection, which I appreciate very much. Purchasing a home is a big investment and you want to know exactly what you are getting. I have owned 4 other homes in the past, but this was by far the best inspection I have had done. Would recommend Derl without hesitation to anyone buying a home.
- P.S., May 2012
- P.S., May 2012
Very likeable inspector who did a very thorough job. His report was easy to access and very organized. Would highly recommend to others.
- S.M., May 2012
- S.M., May 2012
Following my recent home inspection I can enthusiastically recommend Derl Nelson. He thoroughly examined every indicated component of my prospective home in an extremely professional manner and discovered several highly important potential issues. He invited questions and provided excellent advice on all aspects of both the inspection and the house. Additionally, he was very kind and enjoyable to interact with. If I am ever in need of another home inspection in the surrounding area I will unquestionably work with Derl Nelson again.
Daniel Israel
- D.I., April 2012
- D.I., April 2012
Derl Nelson was very thorough, detailed, and professional. He explained everything as we progressed through the inspection. I reccomend him to anyone desirng a home inspection.
- H.K., April 2012
- H.K., April 2012
Thank you for being so thorough in inspecting our new home. We really felt like no stone was left unturned which gave us complete peace of mind in our purchase. Thanks again!
- S.M., March 2012
- S.M., March 2012
Thanks for a great job. Your report is very detailed and it is especially helpful to have the photographs.
- B.N., March 2012
- B.N., March 2012
Derl, you did a wonderful job. You were more than thorough, easy to ask questions of, great at explaining things, courteous, punctual, bent over backwards to be accomodating.
I am most grateful for the work you did!
- K.B., February 2012
- K.B., February 2012
Great job Derl, so thorough, and you did such a great job of explaining everything. We will definitely recommend AQI to anyone who asks!
- J.H., February 2012
- J.H., February 2012
Derl did a great job! I had called several other inspectors and was quoted a significantly lower price. Derl came highly recommended so I chose his services anyway. He spent nearly 4.5 hours with me answering my questions and thoroughly examining each room of the interior and exterior, as well as the driveway, roof, garage, attic and crawlspace. The next day he gave me a 62 page PDF; it uncovered a myriad of issues that I believe would have been missed by a less detail-oriented person. The house did not require major repairs, yet the report was useful on several fronts. My father has been a general contractor for 20 years. He too was impressed with the report. On the basis of the inspection, I was able to: (a) counter the negotiated purchase price by another 2% on an already heavily discounted foreclosure, and (b) the report will help my father bring the appropriate tools so he can more efficiently help me with repairs [he will be coming from more than 500 miles away]
- W.W., December 2011
- W.W., December 2011
As a first-time homeowner, I was very anxious to learn everything I could about my new home, and Derl was incredibly patient with his time, knowledgeable in his profession and thorough in his explanations. He walked me through every part of the inspection and made sure that all my questions were answered to my satisfaction. His careful attention to detail and his conscientious guidance made me feel at ease and thankful to have such a consummate professional to perform my inspection.
For a professional inspection and outstanding customer service, Derl Nelson is the best man for the job!
- C.B., December 2011
- C.B., December 2011
Derl,
Your inspection is very helpful
and through. I enjoyed talking with you and you explained things in a way
that was understandable.
Thank you,
AR
- A.R., October 2011
- A.R., October 2011
Derl was a pleasure to work with and the electronic communication and payment options made the process quick and seamless. The report was well put together with pictures clearly illustrating comments. Derl promptly corresponded with me following the inspection and answered all my questions thoroughly. The inspection was carried out quickly with the report made available the same day. Great experience.
- A.B., October 2011
- A.B., October 2011
A home inspection is an important piece of mind you pay for before you finalize your home purchase. Derl is extremely thorough and personable.
Thanks again.
- S.P., August 2011
- S.P., August 2011
Darl did a very thorough inspection and would recommend for any inspection.
- K.B., October 2010
- K.B., October 2010
Derl was extremely thorough and clearly explained the issues he noted during the inspection. I would highly recommend Derl's services.
- M.C., May 2010
- M.C., May 2010
Thanks for the thorough and informative inspection!
- R.D., February 2010
- R.D., February 2010
Derl and I have been working together around six years and I highly recommend his services. He is very thorough with his inspections and is great with feedback for my clients.
- K.G., Birmingham AL, February 2010
- K.G., Birmingham AL, February 2010
A wonderful and complete job well done! Thank you so much for your knowledge and experience!
- E.D., January 2010
- E.D., January 2010
Professional, informative and done in a timely manner.
- S.E., November 2009
- S.E., November 2009
Excellent job. Very professional report. Excellent documentation. Photos with arrows indicating points of interest were very good at clearly illuminating the specifics of the issue.
- D.S., July 2009
- D.S., July 2009
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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?
AQI Inspection Services
Workphone: 205-970-6883
Mobile: 205-529-1657
Fax: 205-413-8947
Birmingham,
AL
35243
