Find top-rated Pros in your area
Enter a zip code and get matched to businesses near you.
A to Z Home Inspections
Complete Home Inspection, Appraisal Real Estate Service, Commercial General Inspection Service,
About us
Serving The Charleston Area since 1989. South Carolina Residential Builders Commission. License # 1728. A+ Rated by the Better Business Bureau. Community and Angie's List Award winning. Veteran Owned Business.
Business highlights
Emergency services offered
36 years of experience
Services we offer
Full home inspections for buyers and sellers (pre-listing) with complete interior thermal scanning always included ( no printable coupon" required to save 100.00 ) at no extra charge. Mold sampling (basic IAQ sampling) and post remediation clearance sampling. Reports to clients the same day the inspection is completed. Angie's List Super Service Provider now FIVE years running...
Amenities
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.987 Reviews
| Number of Stars | Image of Distribution | Number of Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| 93% | ||
| 2% | ||
| 2% | ||
| 1% | ||
| 1% |
Showing 1-25 of 87 reviews
MIKE N.
May 2018
We used Mike in 2014 for an inspection for a different home and it was a pleasure to work with him again on this home inspection. He responded to my email message promptly and added our inspection on his busy schedule. He did a thorough job and answered many questions during the inspection. We received his full report including pictures (and a summary report) the same day. Since we live out of town Mike recommended an electrician and a roofing contractor for work that needed to be done. Mike did a tremendous job and I will most definitely be using him again.
Response from A to Z Home Inspections
"Thank you so much for review, it was a pleasure helping you and your family... And I hope to be of help in the future. Call, email or text anytime! :-)"
Derrick K.
Apr 2018
24 hour turnaround from inspection to report.
Terry M.
Mar 2017
Mike performed a inspection for the purchase of our new home. He was very professional and through I would highly recommend him and use him again. His prices are listed on the web site and go by sq footage.
Honey L.
Mar 2017
He was great. Very thorough inspection, explained everything to me in simple terms and answered all of my questions. Provided a through and professional report. It is clear that he is extremely knowledgeable about home building, building codes and quality.
Kathy W.
Mar 2017
Great service and came back for 2nd inspection after work was done on a weekend !
Concenmari R.
Jan 2017
The job was permormed fast and professionally, also, he was extremely knowledgeable, nice and polite. we were very satisfied for hiring this company and strongly recommend them for everyone.
Jessica D.
Oct 2016
The most thorough home inspection I have ever seen. Plus he's highly professional and very pleasant and informative. He puts most others to shame.
David W.
Aug 2016
Incredible service. All inquiries answered within an hour, Called and inspection scheduled within a few days. Very thorough inspection. 98 photos and a detailed summary and report, He answered all my questions about the inspection professionally and clearly. Made a number of suggestions of things to maintain if I bought property, Great value for the price.
Response from A to Z Home Inspections
"Thank you Sir..."
Louise M.
Aug 2016
I am buying this town home, sight unseen, from California. Mr. Gault, along with my realtor, has been very reassuring, punctual and thorough.
Response from A to Z Home Inspections
"Thank you!"
Tom T.
Aug 2016
Great! Mike responded quickly to my request for a pre-sale inspection. He showed up on time and explained the process to my husband and me. At the completion of the inspection, Mike explained his findings and showed us the pictures he had taken to document the findings. Mike clearly knows his stuff. Purchasing a home is an exciting, but also stressful experience. Working with Mike on our home inspection gave us peace of mind. We now know what needs to be attended to immediately and what items go on our repair/maintenance schedule. We are also confident that we are buying a very well built / maintained home.
Response from A to Z Home Inspections
"Thank you Sir for the kind words. I'm very appreciative..."
Jim S.
Jul 2016
My timing was unintentionally perfect, as Mike was on his way to inspect a home in my soon to be new neighborhood, and he was able to go take care of my inspection the same day. He provided me a report that night , which I had with me when I did my pre-drywall walk through with the builder the next day. Thanks for the responsiveness Mike!
Response from A to Z Home Inspections
"Thank you for the kind words - It was truly impeccable timing and I'm thankful for it as well (it was literally on the Same Street as the one to which I was en route to) If I may use your response to highlight the unhappy members comments (and my reply) above, the Construction Phase Inspections are not typically a hard scheduled event. Changes in the both the schedule of the builder and my own being somewhat less important than the location of the home (a Mt Pleasant home under construction can be much easier for me to visit than a Johns Island home as was both your home and the unhappy members home) and my ability to 'get by it' in time. Sometimes I can and sometimes I can't - but I really do try. Thank you again, Mike"
Caroline S.
Jul 2016
Great - Mike caught some issues that were not completely fixed and we were able to have the sellers correct this prior to close.
Currie M.
Jun 2016
Michael is an expert! I would never use any other inspector. The seller and his contractor were trying to bully us into accepting sub-par repairs and Michael stood up to them. He explained all the ways the repair should be done properly and reminded them that he is also licensed as a contractor as well as a home inspector. Michael has experience and expertise in both construction as well as home inspecting and can walk buyers and sometimes sellers (and their sloppy contractors) through the ins and outs of how to do things properly.
Response from A to Z Home Inspections
"Thank you very much for the kind words. I try very hard to do the best possible inspection I can and to represent my clients in the best manner I know."
Susan W.
Dec 2015
Easy to read report. Pleasure to do business with. Would recommend.
Janalyn S.
Dec 2015
Mike was professional, courteous, and did a seemingly excellent job on our home inspection. He seemed to be knowledgeable and thorough and took his time explaining his observations and concerns. This was our first time buying a home and he helped us to feel much more confident in the decision.
Unfortunately, though he spent ample time on the roof of the home, he did not notice some important errors the previous owners made when re-roofing the home just months before. They installed the new roof directly over the old shingles, did not replace any damaged decking, nor install a water shield layer on the low-pitched porch. Besides these, the most important issue was the fact that they did not install the valleys of the roof correctly, and Mike did not notice this. They were not woven, meaning that in just a year, water began leaking into our porch and attic and damaging the porch ceiling and front wooden facings. This wasn't noticeable until recent heavy rains did greater damage. We asked several roofers to come look at the roof and all of them were shocked by the poor installation. Unfortunately, this must not be Mike's area of expertise, because he mentioned no concerns regarding the roof at the time of our home inspection. Now, though doing a part of the work ourselves, we still have to pay a hefty, several thousand dollar sum to have the front half of the roof completely redone and the valleys properly rewoven. We are even experiencing some mold issues from the damp decking.
It saddens me to have to write this review, because we were thrilled with Mike at the time of the inspection. An oversight of the poor work of the sellers has just led to a very costly repair. This is our sole disappointment.
Unfortunately, though he spent ample time on the roof of the home, he did not notice some important errors the previous owners made when re-roofing the home just months before. They installed the new roof directly over the old shingles, did not replace any damaged decking, nor install a water shield layer on the low-pitched porch. Besides these, the most important issue was the fact that they did not install the valleys of the roof correctly, and Mike did not notice this. They were not woven, meaning that in just a year, water began leaking into our porch and attic and damaging the porch ceiling and front wooden facings. This wasn't noticeable until recent heavy rains did greater damage. We asked several roofers to come look at the roof and all of them were shocked by the poor installation. Unfortunately, this must not be Mike's area of expertise, because he mentioned no concerns regarding the roof at the time of our home inspection. Now, though doing a part of the work ourselves, we still have to pay a hefty, several thousand dollar sum to have the front half of the roof completely redone and the valleys properly rewoven. We are even experiencing some mold issues from the damp decking.
It saddens me to have to write this review, because we were thrilled with Mike at the time of the inspection. An oversight of the poor work of the sellers has just led to a very costly repair. This is our sole disappointment.
Response from A to Z Home Inspections
"First, I'm sorry you had ANY issues with the roof coverings on your home – walking a roof is not even required by the State SOP’s but I do it to try to avoid this very issue – particularly on a “New Roof” per the MLS. I just re looked at the pictures taken on the day I walked the roof and would still not call it out as 'in need of repair' I'm afraid - It was a 4 or 5 month old 3-tab architectural shingle. All the penetrations and flashings (vent boots and chimney surround) were sealed and the valleys Were woven and appeared fine (that it took a year and a half and "the rain of the century" to make leak means it was not an 'obviously defective weave' or patent defect) As to the decking underneath the shingles that should have been replaced - that was not visible and I didn't Walk on any soft spots - so these could have developed in the interim year and a half. The low slope over the rear porch without a complete Ice and Water shield or similar underneath the shingles - again not visible to me; and when you walk a very recently replaced roof covering with no obvious issues to call it out as “In need of Repair” is Not warranted. As to the roofers who subsequently evaluate it (and I intend no insult) they are there to provide a more invasive and technically exhaustive inspection AND to get you to contract with them to DO something/anything so they can earn a living. Throwing the inspector under the bus is a standard MO I’m afraid – I wish I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard a contractor say “man your inspector should have caught this!” I thank you for taking the time to submit a report on the service I provided you (albeit late and then only after I was ‘ran over’ by the roofers! :-) and then Thank You very much for the kinder comments in your report. I wish you the very best going forward in your home and a Merry Christmas. -Mike"
Carole B.
Oct 2015
Awesome job. Found very important imperfections that were not visible to the "human" eye. The money he saved us in future problems completely off-set the cost of his work. HIGHLY recommend.
JR B.
Sep 2015
Mike was great! I have purchased many homes and Mike is the best inspector I have had. He promptly gave me his availability when I needed to schedule the inspection. He communicated to me his arrival time and was 5 minutes early, which was great. Mike is a true professional and has an immense amount of knowledge with how home work. He was thorough and efficient in the inspection. He took time to talk to me during the inspection when he felt I should see something. He spent a large amount of time afterwards showing me the photos and then discussing what he saw in the photo. His subsequent report came the evening of the inspection and was representative of every he discussed in person. One other piece of information I learned when talking to Mike he also helps train / apprentice new home inspectors, so he is well regarded among his colleagues. I strongly recommend Mike to inspect a home.
Richard P.
Sep 2015
Mike was great. Very thorough and detailed. Took the tome at the end and walked us through all the pictures and what he felt were issues, wear and tear or jsut better building practices. would not hesitate to use or recommend him
PK S.
Aug 2015
unknown
Kevin P.
Jul 2015
unknown
Charles P.
Jul 2015
Excellent inspector. Total time was 2.5 hours including discussion of findings. Inspector was knowledgeable, on time, friendly, and prompt with report completion. All areas of the home were inspected and tested for functionality where appropriate, then noted in the final report. A number of discrepancies were found, written up, and sent to the builder to have corrected prior to closing. Highly recommend.
Pam C.
Jul 2015
Again we had a great experience working with Mike on our recent home inspection. He was very professional and knowledgeable regarding home inspections. We received a very detailed report with photos. A completely thorough job. Couldn't have asked for a better home inspector.
Leslie R.
Jul 2015
Inspection went well. Mike was extremely thorough. He made suggestions and came up with creative solutions to home quirks. Went over everything at the time of the inspection. Before the end of the day of inspection, we had a full inspection report in hand. Mike had a great communication leading up to inspection and has offered additional help after inspection. Will definitely be recommending and will hire again!
Stephanie R.
Jun 2015
I called Mike based on the recommendation of a friend, who had found him on Angie's List. I have no doubt why he is highly recommended! Mike stayed in touch as we scheduled our inspection, he was prompt, professional and courteous. He completed a very thorough inspection of the property and talked us through some of what he was inspecting as the inspection was going on. He completed a very detailed report which was delivered to us in a very timely manner. His service was far superior to the last inspector we used for our last home purchase. I would recommend Mike to anyone in need of home inspection services!
Christopher V.
Apr 2015
I don't write reviews unless something is really outstanding. Mike was outstanding. He was thorough,f flexible, friendly, and a good communicator. He explained everything he did, took lots of pictures, wrote a long report, and just made us feel like he cared about what he was doing.
Licensing
State Contractor License Requirements
All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our Find Licensing Requirements page.
*Contact business to see additional licenses.
FAQ
A to Z Home Inspections is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
A to Z Home Inspections accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, A to Z Home Inspections offers free project estimates.
No, A to Z Home Inspections does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A to Z Home Inspections does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, A to Z Home Inspections offers emergency services.
No, A to Z Home Inspections does not offer warranties.