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Your new home needs an inspection, too
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Susan Sorrentino
16:16 17 Mar 21
I was very happy with the home inspection. I was contacted right away with what was done. Report was sent over quickly.... Would definitely recommend this company. I moved several times and this was my best experience.read more
Teddy Eisner
04:14 03 Mar 21
Home Inspection before a sale. The Inspector was great! Showed up early and started right away. Got the full report in... the same day so that I could get the house paperwork ASAP. Would highly recommend. YES!read more
Chris VS
16:01 21 Jan 21
The biggest purchase of your life ..needs the best home inspector out there. Manny was great !!! I feel so much more... comfortable buying my home after his honest inspection. Would recommend this company to anyone !!read more
Laure Isaacs
00:35 19 Jan 21
We were blessed with Manny, who inspected the home so carefully. He showed that our purchase was his #1 concern. He... was extremely knowledgeable and professional. He put us at ease with our decision. Make no mistake when you use Homeguard for your home inspection it is money well spent. Quality at it's best. Thank you Mannyread more
Jamie Chronowitz
22:17 16 Jan 21
Manny from Homeward Home Inspections recently inspected a townhouse that we are in process of buying. From the moment... he showed up Manny explained the entire process, he asked if we had questions prior to beginning the inspection. He was very thorough in his inspection , taking lots of pictures and explaining things to me. He sent us our report in less than 3 hours of the inspection. The report was very detailed and thorough. I would highly recommend Manny to anyone wanting to purchase a new home.read more
Shaughnessy Dusling
20:46 16 Jan 21
Manny and Tom are fantastic! As a real estate agent, it’s SO important to refer my clients to a home inspector who’s... knowledgeable, timely to get report back, and with great “bedside” manner.Homeguard Home Inspection has been my go to reference for the last few years. Our clients are always well informed, educated and feel like their questions have all be answered.I trust Homeguard for my own family and personal home inspections!read more
Juan Nieto
21:09 28 Oct 20
I used Manny for a home inspection. Manny is honest, dependable, professional and diligent. It was raining and cold at... the time of the inspection. Like mailmen, Manny delivered. He provided excellent feedback on the roof, chimney, gutters, and electrical work. He saved me from making a costly mistake. I would highly recommend Manny for your future inspection.read more
Thao Duong
18:55 26 Oct 20
Manny was punctual, thorough, and his report was extremely detailed - so many pictures! You can tell how experienced... and knowledgeable he is. He pointed out issues, big or small, and gave thoughtful advice/guidance. In fact, my attorney said his was the most detailed report she had ever seen. Would 100% recommend him to any home buyer.read more
A Google User
19:14 15 Sep 20
They were awesome! Received an honest and quality inspection. I would definitely use them again. Their report was... thoroughly detailed with helpful recommendations. You can tell they’re sincere in protecting the buyers interest when you see their report and when they verbally address concerns to you on any issues going on with the house during the inspection.read more
Jose Mendoza
15:58 06 Sep 20
Home inspection was great and report was well written was told verbally as well so was a good experience thanks again.
Mrs. Matura
10:36 04 Sep 20
Tom is a knowledgeable and thorough home inspector. He was laser focused and yet did not hesitate to answer any... questions with a smile. He took the time to explain any concerning factors and what different things mean or why they happen. He made recommendations for when we move into the home as well as what we could inquire about as sellers for more peace of mind. Highly recommend !read more
mashed potato
20:01 15 Aug 20
Homeguard Home Inspections and Manny Marinos take care of you unlike any other home inspector would. Manny went above... and beyond ! Answers all questions and concerns. Took his time and showed such care to make sure i knew exactly what problems were present and which were not. Then you get a HIGHLY DETAILED report (70 PAGES) of his findings ! Thank you for all your help Manny !read more
Melisa Cartagena
13:28 13 Aug 20
Being first time home buyers, we were extremely nervous about the inspection process. Tom was incredible ! He was kind,... competent and thorough. He set time aside to fully explain major issues in the home and answered questions we had regarding the home. He demonstrated his professionalism and knowledge by giving us pointers and tips on maintenance around the home. Homeguard Home Inspections and Thomas Dandola have made this experience one we will always remember. We absolutely recommend this inspection company ! You will not be disappointedread more
Taylor Borrill
23:38 09 Aug 20
Manny was exceptional! He was able to schedule an inspection with very little notice, he was on time, and extremely... thorough. Highly recommend!read more
Stephanie Curry
20:34 06 Aug 20
Manny was great! He was extremely professional, did an amazing job, and was able to accommodate my need for an... inspection ASAP. He also turned around the report the same day! I would highly recommend him.read more
Ryan Taylor
18:32 30 Jul 20
Manny always provides thorough and detailed reports for my clients. He is personable and very knowledgeable. I highly... recommend for anyone looking for a Home Inspector.read more
Natalia Dextre
19:41 27 Jul 20
Manny was very thorough and helpful in walking us through our home inspection. He took the time to give us tips for... maintenance and detailed which projects should be higher priority on our to-do list. As first time homeowners, we thoroughly appreciated all his knowledge. Highly recommend!read more
Grace Leyhane
01:59 23 Jul 20
Manny is thorough and efficient. He takes the time to explain everything he sees and answers any questions we had. ... Highly recommend his Home Inspection services.read more
Regina Lezamiz
11:01 20 Jul 20
Thomas of Homeguard Home Inspections was thorough, knowledgeable and professional. He provided explanation of the home... inspection in person and the report he provided was extensive, detailed and it was provided quickly! We highly recommend Homeguard.read more
Michelle Madtes
14:55 15 Jul 20
Manny Marinos from Home Guard Inspection does a fantastic job. He is very professional and thorough. He takes great... time and care to explain everything to his clients. And to top it off, he is such a nice person. I highly recommend Manny if you need a home inspection.read more
myles stankiewicz
17:18 09 Jul 20
Manny did an awesome job on a house inspection for me he spent over 3 hours looking over this house with a fine tooth... comb and his report has great pictures it is clear and simple to understand absolutely fantastic service great attitude even in 80 plus degree heat i will be using him again in the future!read more
Denise Cruz
18:23 01 Jul 20
Manny is wonderful! So thorough & professional. He knows his stuff. We used him for our 1st home & now our 2nd. He is... so good I knew I had to use him again!read more
Angela Lozito
15:16 20 Jun 20
Homeguard Home inspections is top notch!! Manny is fabulous!! Friendly & professional. The inspection was completed... efficiently & very thoroughly. I couldn’t be happier. Thank you!!read more
Tristan Szakacs
11:22 29 May 20
Worked with Tom for the inspection of the home I am purchasing and I would absolutely recommend Homeguard Home... Inspections. I am purchasing my first home and everyone explained steps I would need to take going forward clearly, and Tom explained everything during the inspection so my wife and I had a clear idea of the home's condition. The post inspection report was also very detailed and easy to read.read more
Tony Sebastian
14:20 26 May 20
I called at 11am and Manny was able to accommodate a rush inspection by 4:30pm. His inspection was SO DETAILED. He went... over all concerns with me at the residence and even made time the next day for follow up questions. He was honest, candid and detailed in his approach. I would highly recommend them to anyone. Manny really educated me on being an homeowner. Thanks so much!!read more
Marrisa Trachtenberg
23:10 24 Apr 20
I highly recommend Home Guard. Manny is incredibly thorough and knowledgeable. He is a true professional who pays close... attention to detail. He takes the time to explain things in person and his written report is exceptional. I wouldn't use anyone else to inspect a property!read more
Sal Petro
14:37 01 Apr 20
If you are looking for a Home Inspector, Look no more. Manny the owner is extremely knowledgeable about every aspect of... a Home. Excellent Communication skills, makes you understand what he is talking about, even if you're not familiar with a home's construction. Highly recommended !!read more
Diana Gonzalez Cruz
14:08 19 Mar 20
Being first time home buyers,my husband and I were nervous going through the process. But Manny definitely make the... home inspection a breeze. He is very professional. From beginning to end he was great. He arrived to the home on time. Took his time doing the inspection and even took the time to explain numerous things to us. We received our 70 page detailed report with pictures and video not even 24 hours after the inspection. I would highly recommend Manny.read more
Rene Loli
22:28 17 Mar 20
Tom was our inspector, he took his time and had a wealth of knowledge that he shared. It was a very detailed and... appreciated report. I liked this experience a lot.read more
Jonathan Genovese
18:41 26 Feb 20
Thomas and Manny were excellent to deal with for the inspection of the home we’re purchasing. With all the moving parts... and stress that comes with buying a home it’s nice to work with a company that makes one part of it easy.read more
Brian Wright
01:50 17 Feb 20
Manny of Homeguard Home Inspections did a fantastic job. He was thorough, knowledgeable and clearly cared. It's... refreshing and reassuring to see such a true professional. I highly recommend him.read more
John Barrow
19:01 02 Jan 20
Manny was a pleasure to work with for our home inspection. He was patient and thorough, answering every one of my... questions without complaint. It's good to have an inspector that you know is working to give you the information you deserve for such a large purchase. The report was delivered electronically to be read online or downloaded, which is a huge plus. The photo references will come in handy down the road. I highly recommend Homeguard Home Inspections. Manny will be my go-to for my future needs. A+++read more
adam karras
23:54 27 Nov 19
Very professional, Tom was very through, he picked up stuff I would have never expected. Gave me some suggestions as... far as HVAC, insulation and just great pointers. Answered all my questions on various topics.read more
Joe Redmond
17:14 26 Nov 19
Thomas was my inspector and he was very knowledgeable, he had great advice . Took his his time and was very meticulous... in his craft. I was extremely pleased that Homeguard was able to come and get my inspection done within a few hours of call. Really helped take a lot of stress on this home purchase. I highly recommend this company for anyone purchasing a new home. Thomas and his company knew more about my house before they showed up than I did after seeing it 3 times.read more
Chris Gingo
17:30 08 Oct 19
I highly recommend using this company. Tom was extremely thorough, knowledgeable, helpful, and professional in every... aspect. I am a first time home buyer and really appreciated the above and beyond effort of Tom and the entire company as a whole. Knowing that iam a veteran, they thanked me for my service as well.read more
Greg T
17:43 20 Sep 19
Manny was very professional and detailed during his inspection. Nice guy who definitely knew what he was talking about.... I highly recommend him!read more
Christine Stevens
20:12 04 Sep 19
I beyond recommend Homeguard Home Inspections! Manny & Tom are amazing at responsiveness!! Sometimes a house deal is at... stake and the first person to the contract table wins, that includes having the home inspected and being able to move forward. Manny has come to my rescue many, many times and I am very grateful!! I met Tom for the first time at a recent inspection and he was just terrific also!!read more
A Google User
14:57 25 Aug 19
My Fiancé and I are extremely happy with our experience with Homeguard Home Inspection. Our inspector, Tom, was very... thorough and patient. We can’t thank him enough for his professionalism and kindness. We will be sure to call Tom and Homeguard Home Inspection again in the future. Thank you so much!!!read more
Erin Vernillo
14:50 25 Aug 19
My Fiancé and I are extremely happy with our experience with Homeguard Home Inspection. Our inspector, Tom, was very... thorough and patient. We can’t thank him enough for his professionalism and kindness. We will be sure to call Tom and Homeguard Home Inspection again in the future. Thank you so much!!!read more
George Roumie
15:54 23 Aug 19
Tom Dandola was the inspector who inspected the property for my clients. He was very thorough, truly professional in... his approach to and discussion with the clients. He explained everything, used photos in his report to clarify his findings. I would recommend Tom to my fellow realtors any time someone ask me for a home Inspector.read more
Joe Booth
18:20 09 Aug 19
I set up the appointment with Manny on the phone and Tom came and did my inspection. I felt he took his time and was... very thorough and honest and made me aware of everything he found. Very polite and on time.read more
Josh Glas
18:23 05 Aug 19
Extremely professional, thorough and friendly. Highly recommend. Tom was great!
Jessica Savarese
01:57 22 Jul 19
Homeguard Home Inspections made the home inspection process easy and stress-free. Tom was a patient, informative,... thorough inspector who explained the entire process and had the report ready for us within 24 hours. He spent well over 2 hours inspecting the home, taking pictures, and making recommendations for us and reassuring us. Would absolutely use Manny and Tom again in a heart beat!!!!!!! Thank you!read more
Victoria Beebe
11:52 17 Jul 19
Very knowledgeable staff, inspection was very thorough, received the report within one day. Highly recommend... Homeguard's services!read more
David J. LeBlanc
02:47 22 Jun 19
Manny was an absolute pleasure to deal with from the moment I contacted Homeguard for a home inspection. I walked with... him through the whole inspection, and he was more than thorough and happy to answer any questions I had. I highly recommend Homeguard to anyone who needs a home inspection. You even receive a very detailed report of all the findings in a neatly organized PDF file. More than happy with the service!!!read more
LB216 MK
14:47 17 Jun 19
Tommy was very professional and did such a thorough job I don’t think there was an inch of the house he didn’t inspect... . He kept me informed of what was going on the entire time.my complete inspection was emailed to me that night ..highly recommendedread more
Diana Moy
13:23 12 Jun 19
Such a seamless process... I was able to make a reservation online in the evening and received a confirmation call the... next morning. Manny was my inspector and couldn't have been more professional and informative. He took the time to explain his findings and was very helpful to answer questions. You can definitely tell he cares about his customers and wants to make sure things go smoothly during the home buying process - on top of it all, he's seems like a genuinely nice guy. Highly recommended!read more
Lanie Lowe
22:14 23 May 19
Manny was very thorough with his home inspection. He went out of his way to explain the process and was very helpful... with the first time home buyer information. I would highly recommend Home Gaurd Inspections to anyone looking for a quality inspection.read more
Craig Hollar
13:36 13 May 19
Manny is very professional and efficient. He doesn't mind us walking around and looking around with him and asking... questions. He informed us about things we didn't know to look for. He is very personable and punctual. He provided us the report when even before he said he would. It was very informative and useful. Would recommend him to anyone and is fairly priced.read more
Jannine Lombardi
17:45 26 Mar 19
Manny was great. He was very easy to schedule and was punctual. Manny really took his time and did an extremely... thorough inspection. I highly recommend Homeguard Home Inspections.read more
George Turner
15:57 09 Aug 18
Manny was great. He was easy to schedule and he showed up early and got right to work. He took the time to show me the... things to be aware of, and sent me the detailed written report that very same night! I would 100% recommend them to anyone that ever asks for a recommendation!read more
Brenden Welsh
19:59 03 Aug 18
Very great experience, he inspected every part of our home, gave a detailed report and was priced very fairly. We could... not have asked for anything more!read more
Elisha Jairus Flores
13:42 04 Jul 18
Manny was very accommodating with scheduling for my first home. He made the entire process as stress free as possible.... He was thorough, took his time and explained everything. Extremely satisfied with the service, would definitely recommend!!!read more
Spiro Theoharakis
16:48 25 May 18
Very professional , warm , and did the most amazing inspection I have ever seen. 39 page extremely detailed and... extensive report. He made me feel very comfortable with the workings of my new home. Exceptional!read more
Alisha Cardona
13:01 30 Aug 17
I call to schedule an appointment for the purchase of buying a home. I need a home inspection quickly. Tom was at the... house earlier and already started. Tom was knowledgeable, friendly and outgoing and answered all my questions. I also receive my inspection results the same day late at night which usually takes 24 hours.I will highly recommend Homeguard for your home inspection trust them because I did and they did a great job!read more
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