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Chicago, IL2294232
Jul 15, 2021
Updated review
I have used Joe from Tribuzio inspections at least 3-4x so far. His detailed work and reports are to live by. I honestly wished I used him on my first house 15 some years ago instead I was a fool. Joe is always on time and he’s in high demand as I’ve sent prob 5 future home buyers his way and he was able to schedule maybe half of them. I always recommend Joe and if you can ask for an extension on your home purchase contract, do it and hire joe!
I am attaching one of the few home inspections he did to show the proof of his detail work of 81 page report! We walked away from this home attached as Joe found many big concerns including a catch basin trap hooked up to the toilet in the middle of the winter. This would be $5,000 if a small fix or a $20,000+ fix if bigger.
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Apr 14, 2020Previous reviewThis is my 3rd time in maybe 3-4 years hiring Joe from Tribuzio Home Inspection Services. We keep rehiring Joe because he’s super detail, organized and very nerdy about his work, which we love. He has made the point his clients are #1.
My very first home, I took the advance of my realtor at the time to hire an inspector she had in mind (as I didn’t know what I was doing as many first time home buyers are). Fast forward 10-12 years later, I wish i met Joe 10-12 years ago! I hired Joe for a job and he provided a 80 page report and pretty much told us we’re going to die in this house of un-natural causes and took the time to show us the mild concerns to the extreme concerns. Well we walked away from that house and the house stood on the market for another year and went for over $50K less. 3 years later we hired Joe again, he gave us another great report and showed us mild concerns, to medium concerns and what to do fix them and major concerns in which we should ask seller’s fix or repair before closing. One being the toilet being lined to the catch basin trap outside. Joe is probably the only inspector whom catches a toilet hooked up to a catch basin trap in the middle of the winter, which contained fresh poo but because it’s winter you can’t smell it until summer. Thank you Joe for catching these details as it could of cost us $5K for a similar line fix or around $20K for redoing the line to the city sewer.
Again, i can’t express enough how much of a life saver Joe has been to me and my family.
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Apr 19, 2018Previous reviewI have recommended Tribuzio Home Inspections to at least 7 people already since our inspection a few months ago. After my first home purchase over 13 years ago, I learned what I wanted and what I didn’t want. I knew I did not want to go with someone who was recommendation based off a sale (realtor/mortgage co.) as I did on my previous home. I found Tribuzio and scheduled an inspection a hour north of the city and upon arrival, Joe was already working the outside of the house. He pointed out many dangerous or may be costly concerns such as foundation, roots of 100 year tree, bacteria growing on roof, improper structure support for roof and first floor as well the back draft from moving a water heater from a furnace. He also pointed out many improper repairs that the owner has done since we viewed the house 2x before. Anyone I know usually gets a 20-40 page inspection page however Tribuzio provided us with a 80 page inspection and told us “I work for you guys, not the realtors”. He pointed out common wear and tear, minor or common concerns however the major ones.
I will not use anyone else besides Tribuzio moving forward so I hope he’s willing to travel!
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Apr 19, 2023
I needed someone to inspect some interior cracks and reached out to Joe. I found him to be genuinely helpful, knowledgeable, responsive and professional. He cares about his customers which is quite rare with many other service providers. I will be working him in the future as opportunities present themselves.
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Chicago, IL0260Oct 16, 2019
Joe came out and did a thorough job. He crawled into places I wouldn’t tread to get as many details as possible. He knew his stuff and he was happy to walk me through what he found.
Plus, he provided a detailed report with pictures detailing everything, which I can also use to get quotes from various contractors for repairs. He’s a wealth of information and obviously enjoys what he does. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a home inspector.
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Honolulu, HI9770May 14, 2020
Joe was very professional as well as thorough. He gave us a very detailed report within 30 hours. He had very good communication and was very good at answering our questions throughout the home inspection. I would highly recommend Joe to anyone who is looking for a very intelligent inspector.
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Harwood Heights, IL0120Aug 24, 2020
If you need a home inspector, Joe is your guy for sure. He is awesome!!!! Joe is very thorough in his inspection. He explains everything in detail as he goes along and concludes with a comprehensive report with all of his findings. He is extremely knowledgeable in all areas, very friendly and a pleasure to work with, and takes the time to answer any and all questions. Don’t go anywhere else, this guy is far and away the best in the business.
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Chicago, IL041Aug 18, 2020
As a first time home buyer, finding the right people can be challenging. I’m glad Joe was recommended to me. He is great and very thorough. We almost bought a home with so many issues, luckily we dodged that one. Because Joe was so thorough with our first inspection, we knew we needed him when we found another home. Again he did a great job and we know what to expect with this house. If you want an awesome inspector who leaves nothing unnoticed look no further!
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Forest Park, IL1135Oct 29, 2021
Joe has done all of my properties for home inspection. He’s on time and does great work and reports. He is the only home inspector I would recommend. I first used him in August of 2011 , when I bought my first property. Thanks Joe!!
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Chicago, IL590Feb 19, 2014
If you are looking for a home inspector to inspect a potentially new home…look no further. Seriously!!! I can guarantee that Joe is the most detailed, professional, honest, and dedicated inspector you will ever meet. He has inspected 3 homes for my family and we have been elated with his thoroughness every single time. Each inspection lasts over 3 hours and sometimes went as long as 5. But considering that you are making a decision on the largest investment decision of your life, a couple of hours is nothing in the grand scheme of things.
He is knowledgeable about every aspect of a home, regardless of the home’s age. His documentation and attention to detail is top notch. Once he is done with the inspection, he quickly issues a thorough inspection report that is full of pictures, warnings (if applicable), advice, and other useful information.
Besides his professionalism, he is an amazing person. I would recommend him to my family and friends in a heart beat.
I wish there was a rating beyond 5 stats.
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FL, FL0120Feb 28, 2014
I contacted Joe at Tribuzio just recently for a home inspection. He was able to fit me in very quickly and communication was excellent. The home inspection went as planned as Joe pointed out all of the important areas that were in good standing but also those that may need attention.
He also took a lot of pictures so as to properly make up a report. His list of services and also an electronic checkout are on the website which makes the transaction seamless.
If a home inspection is in your future, do not hesitate to call Joe. he is prompt, professional and knows what he’s doing.Tribuzio Home Inspection Services
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Addison, IL10221May 14, 2015
I go to Yelp reviews all the time for my needs. Thanks, Yelpers!
Joe was very, very detailed. He was down to earth and knew his stuff. He took his time during inspection. I quickly got the report and reasonably priced. I would recommend him in an instant. Thanks, Joe.-
Oak Park, IL4320Jun 7, 2019
Using Tribuzio Home Inspections was one of the wisest things I’ve ever done in my home purchasing venture. I discovered this company on the selling side of a property I own and the buyers contracted THI to inspect a property I’ve owned and personally rehabbed every square inch of for top to bottom. THI spent over 4 hours going over every single detail and missed NOTHING! I knew the next property I purchased would be inspected by this blood before any decisions were made and that’s exactly what I did. I decided not purchase a home I had inspected by THI. They uncovered issues I never seen and I consider myself a professional contractor. Thanks for a wonderful job!!!
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Chicago, IL186036Oct 13, 2015
Found this guy on Yelp! Very knowledgable, very personable, very helpful, very thorough. Explains everything and notices everything. Great price.
That’s the only stuff that matters for an inspector but if you’re gonna spend 3 hours with your inspector get one that’s funny too.
This guy was a riot and professional too.
Never seen such a thorough inspector, he even went and talked to the neighbors to ask if they had any issues with flooding, asked what they knew about the house. Ill be recommending him to everyone. Thanks, Joe!
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Chicago, IL120221Jan 9, 2018
Joe is outstanding. I’ve never worked with a more thorough (and friendly) inspector. Joe takes the time to not only study every inch of the home, but he also documents everything with photos, which is incredibly helpful, especially during negotiations. Joe takes his time and walks you through each finding, if you’re at the inspection with him. After the inspection, he sends you a very thorough and detailed report on each item, good and bad, along with accompanying pictures. I would highly, highly recommend Tribuzio Home Inspection Services!
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Elgin, IL73383Oct 24, 2019
This is way overdue as I bought my home back in May of 2017 but just realized I have kept this review as a draft! Anyway, I was a first time home buyer when I called Joe over 2 years ago. I had shopped around via phone calls and Joe was the only one who didn’t sound scripted. He was nice and honest. It was very easy setting up an inspection on short notice. I had heard that some home inspectors prefer not to have a ‘crowd’ during an inspection, however he had no problem with my mother and daughter tagging along. I met him the morning of my scheduled inspection. He was punctual and prepared. I loved that not once did he make me feel like I didn’t know anything (even though I didn’t!). He took the time to explain and give me honest answers to my questions. He’s also very funny! He sent me a copy of his findings in a timely manner. His price is reasonable. Overall, I was very happy with this part of the home-buying process, all thanks to Joe!
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Chicago, IL020Apr 19, 2018
Joe was very exceptional on inspecting the 3 flat building. He spent nearly six hours to review the entire units. Even if the seller’s broker tried to push him to do quicker, he didn’t pull back while just keep doing his work in his own pace.
In addition, Joe explained every single detail whenever we asked questions even if it sounded stupid to professionals. If you need a guy to be on your side, don’t hesitate to go with him.
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Chicago, IL65110Jun 1, 2017
After calling a handful of inspectors, another highly rated home inspector referred me to Tribuzio Home Inspection because of timing and schedule. Joe was extremely fast at responding, very patient with all my questions. on the day of the inspection he showed up on time, and was very thorough. we were purchasing a condo, and he also went up to the rooftop to inspect the common area, chimney, flashing, roofs, etc without additional charge ( some inspectors were trying to charge me extra for taking a couple of steps to the rooftop, not cool). Because we had a short inspection/attorney review timeframe, the lawyer really wanted a report the next day because he had to leave town for something urgent. Joe had already told me that he couldn’t ahead of time, BUT then he stayed up late till like 2AM rushing the report out to me anyways! it was very much appreciated. the report has a nice format (check it out on his website), it was easy to read. we were able to get a couple thousands for closing credit to get things fixed. Joe is honest, and genuine, and I’d highly recommend him. His price was very reasonable. the one comment I have is that Joe will highlight EVERYTHING that’s wrong with the apartment because of his professionalism. but don’t let it freak you out, because you have to evaluate the risk yourself. for example, he pointed out that our water heater is not vented correctly and CO could back flow into the room. which SOUNDS terrifying, but you have to step back and say, well if that was the case, every neighbor would be dead. however, because he pointed it out, I will now put more CO detectors around the water heater. We asked the seller to correct the problem, and we got credits anyways. so it’s great !!
one thing I would recommend others for having bought and sold a few houses, always educate yourself about what to look for when doing an inspection. for example, I am new to Chicago, so I had to educate myself about split face blocks and why I probably shouldn’t buy an apt with it, read the condo minutes to identify any problematic areas so your inspector can spend more effort checking it out during the inspection. Google and print an inspection checklist is a good way to prepare. Also, I would try to find an independent inspector BEFORE you make an offer on stand by, the attorney review period can be short and if you don’t want to feel rushed and you don’t want to use your realtor’s inspector.
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Chicago, IL324131Jan 21, 2018
Joe Tribuzio is an exceptionally thorough and meticulous home inspector. I used his services in several transactions, and I appreciate the no-nonsense and straightforward approach. He takes the time to explain everything.
Because of Joe, I can conclude my transactions with confidence.
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Chicago, IL1290Nov 24, 2015
My wife and I were referred to Joe 3 years ago – since then I personally have recommended him to everyone I know. With the purchase of our first home, finding a great inspector and support team of professionals was very stressful – there are so many people out there claiming to be experts all with different opinions! Born and raised in Chicago, I am very skeptical and reluctant to trust anyone. Meeting Joe for the first time, I immediately realized I was going to be provided with a very thorough experience. Joe was very descriptive and detailed about what he was finding and definitely took his time. He climbed, and crawled and inspected every inch of our house, both inside and out. After the inspection was complete, Joe provided a comprehensive report including photos of his inspection. This extensive report served as a guide for my wife and I to use when working with contractors.
Just completing our 3rd home inspection with Joe I thought it was well over due for this review. If you are looking for a very trustworthy and very knowledgeable inspector – look no further.
Thanks Joe for your professional insight and for making this experience a positive one – every time!
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Mount Prospect, IL0110Aug 14, 2019
So glad I went with THIS. Very thorough. Very professional and you can tell he knew the business well. Highly recommend!
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Chicago, IL0121Nov 2, 2021
Joe came highly recommended so I gave him a try – he was indeed superb. Responded very quickly to my request, emailed me instructions and info the night before the inspection and then gave a master class in how to evaluate everything in the condo I had an offer on. He pointed out issues, both big and small, explained everything, and was incredibly thorough. He is a critical thinker and knows his job well. He especially helped identify several issues with two major appliances and explained options for how they might be addressed. His report was very detailed and far more informative that I expected. The property was in overall good shape but I felt I knew all the potential issues with it before I left that day. His report was instrumental in getting additional credits in negotiation and for that I am very thankful. Aside from his professionalism, skill, and knowledge, Joe is super friendly and down to earth. He is easy to talk to, interesting and has a great sense of humor. He is exactly the person you want to spend 3-4 hours with while learning about your future home. Thank you Joe! He has my business from hear on.
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