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First Choice Inspections
Founded 2003 • With Angi since October 2012
Business Details
Phone Number
Address
37846 Bear View Cir
Murrieta, CA 92562
Description
We are one of the premier home inspection companies in southern California serving San Diego, Riverside, and Orange counties. Buyers and sellers of real estate from Coronado, Chula Vista, San Diego, Del Mar, and La Jolla in the south to San Clemente and Riverside in the north, and from the coastal regions of Encinitas, Carlsbad, and Oceanside to the inland areas of Temecula, Murrieta, Fallbrook, Escondido, Rancho Bernardo and Scripps Ranch can benefit from the experience and expertise of a highly credentialed inspector. Receive a FREE lifetime appliance RecallChek with every standard home inspection! We are also proud to announce the Home Owner's Network (HON). Clients receive a FREE one-year HON membership- that's live technical support for your home!
Steve Stenros is an independent property inspector holding the following credentials: Master CREIA Inspector #0115, ASHI Certified Inspector #256853, ICC Residential Combination Inspector #5251439, Level 1 Infrared Thermographer #7791, FHA/HUD Inspector #V975, 203K Consultant #S0611
Projects
Verified Reviews
A few reviews for this pro...
Milton C.
04/26/2021
Charles S.
03/15/2021
Meredith O.
02/22/2021
It went extremely well. Steve was prompt in communicating and in getting the appointment set up. During the home inspection he was focused and professional and reviewed everything as though it were a home he was looking to buy for himself. His final report was detailed and clear. The experience was exceptional. I highly recommend his services.
Description of Work
A home inspection for a home we’re buying.
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks so much for your review! Appreciate that!Tim S.
01/15/2021
Steve is the most thorough, knowledgeable, and meticulous home inspector available. He is heads and shoulders above the run-of-the-mill home inspector. You quickly notice he has a comprehensive understanding of building codes and standards, and a keen eye for detail. His report was thorough and understandable, and he made time to discuss each finding with us. He saved us far more than the cost of his report but, more importantly, allowed us to move forward with an expensive home purchase with confidence that we were not buying a property with unknown defects. We would recommend Steve without hesitation and would hire him again.
Description of Work
Home inspection
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Your review is greatly appreciated! You found a beautiful home! Enjoy!Michael G.
12/05/2020
I'm very pleased with the Steve's service, he voice recorded and took photos of the issues of the home that were fire and electrical issues and future problems in the house. Steve found half dozen cracked roof tiles in need of repair. Steve's really knows his profession and is top notch..I would definitely hire him for other inspections.
Description of Work
Home inspection
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks so much for taking time for a review! Enjoy your new home!Josh H.
07/10/2020
Steve was great to work with. Showed up on time and performed his work with professionalism and excellence. His Report for our home was very detailed and allowed us vital information on our new home. We will absolutely be working with him again when we are ready for our next home.
Description of Work
Home Inspection
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Really appreciate your review! Enjoy your new home!Gene C.
12/10/2019
We’ve used Steve’s service to inspect potential purchases several times. He did excellent jobs, as always. Learned so much about the house workmanship from his exit interviews. He is truly a master inspector.
Description of Work
Residential house inspection
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks so much for your review! I hope you get many years of enjoyment in your new home!Harry L.
11/15/2019
Steve Stenros did a thorough inspection which turned up multiple issues, including termites, water damage, plumbing issues, and various safety issues. The inspection report was extremely thorough, detailed, and helpful. Steve is very professional, quick, organized, knowledgable, personable, and a highly recommend him for inspection in San Diego.
Description of Work
Home inspection for condo
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks so much for your review! Enjoy your place!Curtis U.
09/23/2019
Steve was organized but took time to examine all aspects of the house and pool. Very concise verbal summary of the repair issues at conclusion of inspection. Written report was clear and detailed as to repairs needed or in one instance for further investigation by specialized contractor. Highly recommend.
Description of Work
Home and Pool Inspection
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks for taking a few minutes out of your busy schedule to send a review! Really appreciate that!Michael G.
08/14/2019
Nina D.
08/09/2019
Dennis R.
07/14/2019
I've used First Choice Inspections multiple times and have never been disappointed in the thoroughness of their work. They've identified multiple problems and in one case issues so severe that we backed out of the deal to purchase a house. They even have a service to walk you through the repairs that are required after the inspection is complete. I'd highly recommend them
Description of Work
Inspection of home pursuant to purchase
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks for your review!Rodrigo D.
06/03/2019
Steve was amazing, punctual, friendly and very professional. My wife and I were very impressed with his level of expertise and when he walked us through his findings. All with a great smile and sense of humor. We received all his reports within a few hours of the inspection and on the next day, another report with all the appliances recorded and recalls which we didn't even realize it was included and was a great surprise. I strongly recommend his services.
Description of Work
Home Inspection
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks so much! I really appreciate your review!John A.
05/15/2019
Steve with First Choice Inspections is excellent. He is so organized and diligent in his inspection process. He may be more expensive than some others but he really knows his profession and construction. If you want to be sure you are getting a through examination of the condition of a property he is the one to use. He also provides some extra touches like providing all the recall upgrades for inspected appliances, a well documented report and has the ability to do inferred imaging for heat loss areas and potential water intrusion. This is a situation were you get the first class work you have paid for.
Description of Work
Home Inspection for potential home purchase
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thank you! Enjoy your new home!Melissa J.
01/23/2019
We could not be more satisfied with service we received from this company. Steve was right in time and very professional and competent. He took his time reviewing our house inspection with us and answered every question. We would definitely use his services again!!
Description of Work
House inspection
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thank you! Really appreciate that!Jan K.
11/26/2018
For insurance purposes we needed to figure out whether the roof was older than 20 years. I called Steve of First Choice Inspections. He picked up the phone right away and we made an appointment for a couple days later. He was on time and after checking the roof he wrote a comprehensive report that I forwarded to the insurance company. Steve is knowledgeable and very easy to work with. I would hire him again.
Description of Work
Roof inspection
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
So glad to be of assistance! Thanks for your review!Rudolf B.
10/11/2018
Jan R.
09/28/2018
We were very happy with Steve and his work. From the start, he was easy to reach by phone and a good communicator. When we met him at the property and watched him at work, we were impressed. Even more so when we received his report, which was prompt, concise and included photos and explanations of things that needed attention. He's a pro. Well worth the few extra bucks.
Description of Work
We needed inspection of a condo we're buying.
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thank you! Appreciate that!Beth R.
09/06/2018
EXCELLENT JOB! We are selling our home and wanted a thorough inspection so there would be no surprises during escrow. He was VERY thorough. We are very pleased with the details he picked up that we missed.
Description of Work
Home Inspection for Seller
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks for your review! I hope you have a successful close of escrow.Derek V.
05/31/2018
Nancy G.
05/28/2018
Marisa G.
05/03/2018
If you are searching on Angie's List for a Home Inspection, look no further. Steve from First Choice Inspections is the one to go with. I thoroughly reviewed a hefty list of home inspectors in San Diego on Angie's List, and I immediately saw that Steve had the best and most reviews. Now that the home inspection is done and the report is completed, it's no wonder why Steve is top rated. He is professional, EXTREMELY knowledgable, and most importantly, full of integrity. While he was conducting our home inspection, I overheard the Real Estate agents commenting that Steve was identifying fixes/problems that the previous home inspector should have caught. What my husband and I liked most about Steve was his customer service. We are first time home buyers, completely new at everything that buying a home entails. Even when the Realtors were piping up about issues they saw, Steve made it clear: We were his customers and he had our best interest in mind To the Angie's List community, this is the guy for your job!
Description of Work
Home Inspection for Duplex
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Wow! I can't tell you how much your review means to me! Thank you!Jeff W.
12/21/2017
A thorough and professional home inspection was conducted by Steve Stenros followed by a superb walk through and clear conversation about the various points that emerged during his inspection. This was followed up on the same day with a professional report clearly written and the items reported upon were shown in clear photos.
Description of Work
A thorough and professional home inspection was needed.
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
Thanks so much for your review!Darrell V.
11/27/2017
christina H.
09/22/2017
This is my first experience with purchasing a home and all the details in entails; which is why I relied heavily on Angie's List, although it was also my first time on the site as well. The obvious choice was First Choice Inspections and with good reason. Steve's professionalism is superb! Not only was the report ready next day, it's presentation was exceptional; It was aesthetically pleasing to the eye, which made it very easy to understand. The text was concise, clear and supported with a photograph of issue at hand. Included with First Choice Inspections outstanding customer service, is Steve's ability to connect with his client. His friendly demeanor made him approachable and he was delightfully informative. After the walk thru, I had a complete understanding of what was in the report and no uncertainty about any one issue because I was so well informed.
Description of Work
A home inspection for a condo that was entering into escrow.
Category
home inspection
Service Provider Response
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Business Highlights
Emergency Services OfferedService Categories
Licensing
No License Required for Trade
Insured
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General Information
Free Estimates
Yes
Eco-Friendly Accreditations
Yes
Payment Options
Check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, PayPal
Emergency Service
Yes
Warranties
No
Services Offered
Residential & commercial property inspections, Pool/spa inspections, Infrared imaging, FHA/HUD inspections for banks/lenders, 203k consultation services
Services Not Offered
Pest control/termite inspections, appraisals
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers about First Choice Inspections
How is First Choice Inspections overall rated?
First Choice Inspections is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
What days are First Choice Inspections open?
First Choice Inspections is open:
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What payment options does First Choice Inspections provide
First Choice Inspections accepts the following forms of payment: Check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, PayPal
Does First Choice Inspections offer free estimates?
Yes, First Choice Inspections offers free project estimates.
Does First Choice Inspections offer eco-friendly accreditations?
Yes, First Choice Inspections offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Does First Choice Inspections offer emergency services?
Yes, First Choice Inspections offers emergency services.
Are warranties offered by First Choice Inspections?
No, First Choice Inspections does not offer warranties.
What services does First Choice Inspections offer?
First Choice Inspections offers the following services: Residential & commercial property inspections, Pool/spa inspections, Infrared imaging, FHA/HUD inspections for banks/lenders, 203k consultation services
Are there any services First Choice Inspections does not offer?
Pest control/termite inspections, appraisals