"Thanks for the report and, of course, we are concerned about several things and would like to talk with Joe some time tomorrow morning. Of the six houses we’ve bought and sold over the last 40 years this is by far the best and most comprehensive inspection report."

"Please help… Home Inspector needed M-SO Message Board Response Posted by Maplemom February 17, 2005 – 5:47 am We used our person to buy our home four years ago and just used him again in buying our new one. He’s great. I found him from the ASHI website the first time…way back when you didn’t have to be ASHI certified. Now everyone does, but Joe is the Best. "

"I can’t thank you enough for your thorough job of inspecting my new house in Rockaway. You taught me a lot of valuable information and I know my inspection was 150% done. Thank you once again for making me feel confident in buying this, my 1st home."

"Dear Joe – Thank you very much for performing our Home Inspection and taking the time to come back and reinspect the attic. We appreciate all your efforts and we would recommend your services to our friends."

"I had to let you know how much I appreciated the fine job you did. I was told a home inspection took “about an hour”. Your 3 hours you spent and your knowledge and advice are most appreciated. Thank you for your professional work, and prompt submission of your report."

"I wanted to thank you for taking such good care of my sister, Judy. She was so pleased with the efficiency of your office starting with the first phone call. The report was so helpful to her. I was happy to use you myself and I will continue to recommend your services."

"Comments: Joe, Thank you for your assesment of the home we are purchasing. I learned alot crawling through the home with you yesterday. We have complete confidence in your evaluation assesment on all aspects of the inspection performed. I apologize for the realtors being in the way, I know they are inquisitive and bothersome while you are trying to perform inspection on our behalf. We used you on a previous home purchase 15 years ago and you found some problems with that home and it was new. The services you offer to perspective home owners like us are vital in the decision making process and answer any questions that arise. Thank you again, You are the BEST."

"...Also, I thought you might like to know that I had three contractors come look at the first house I was going to buy and I sent them all a copy of Joe's report before they came to the house so they could see what needed to be fixed. They all said they had never seen such a thorough or professional report so I gave them all your number. My two realtors were also really impressed as well, and I also have a friend here who is looking to buy and she would like to use Joe as well (but she'll contact you when she's ready). If you ever need a recommendation, of course please feel free to consider me as a resource. "

"Dear Liz: Thanks for the report below. I have forwarded it to my attorney…please forward a copy of the same to him, by regular mail or fax, so that he receives it independently from you. Even though you and I have dealt with each other from afar - your efficiency has been wonderful. Please tell Joe that he is amazing - what a thorough and high tech job he does. I felt humbled by his organizational capabilities. "

"Great job, as always! Thanks. Wouldn't have my home or the home of a loved one inspected by anyone else. . . "

"Joseph, Liz and the whole ShelterWorks gang, Closing on a home is a stressful process and your home inspection has made the process that much easier. Joseph’s inspection proved to be both extremely thorough and educational. His 20 plus years of experience showed during our walk through when he not only made us aware of the issues, but he also took the time to explain them to my wife and I. Joseph’s thoroughness uncovered minor issues that I feel would have gone unnoticed by other inspectors. He knew exactly what to look for and where to find it. As prospective homeowners its reassuring to know that the house we are purchasing is of sound construction. ShelterWorks inspection proved that. Thanks for everything, "

"Dear Joe, I just had to write to you to thank you for everything. We are so grateful to you for working so professionally, and so quickly. We understand that the agents may have been slightly disgruntled or surprised at how long the inspection was taking. I am so sorry that you had to put up with that distraction from your work. Our agent Donna has written to us this morning saying that she was so impressed that she will definitely recommend you to her clients. The photographs were excellent and really helped understand what you were explaining. Really we are just blown away with how great a job you did. Thank you so much. "

"Thanks, Joe, for all your efforts to insure our new "digs" are safe and sound. "

"You did a fantastic job! I appreciate the superior and detailed inspection work conducted on the property that I am contracted to purchase. The inspection provided me with the knowledge of the workings of the major systems in the home and the true condition of the property. Any prospective property buyer could benefit from your service but this high quality of service is especially invaluable for a first time home buyer. The maintenance and repair notes in the inspection report were very helpful. I strongly recommend Shelterworks, Inc. to anyone who wants high quality, efficient home inspection services with timely and accurate reports. P. S. I want to thank Liz for the quick response to calls, coordination with the realtors and efficient service. "

"I wanted to thank you again for the time you spent with Jesse and me yesterday during the inspection of our "Dream Home". Although... given the verbal results of your inspection it appears that initially we're not likely to be doing much dreaming (or sleeping for that matter) with all the work we've got cut out for ourselves! That said, thanks to you, at least we know where we're headed and what to expect. The pride you take in your work and the care and respect you show your customers is wonderfully refreshing. So, once again, your efforts are greatly appreciated... I'm still amazed at the lengths to which you will go to ensure a complete and thorough inspection. As I said yesterday, "You crawl into places that even bugs can't fit!" I swear you inspect a house like you think you're going to be living in it yourself!"

"Thank you so much for a very thorough job! I am very impressed! I am concerned about carpenter ant -- how common is carpenter ant in this area? What percentage of houses you inspected have this problem? I have never dealt with this before and am concerned whether it will make the house harder to sell in the future. I will certainly use you again if/when we buy another house, and will recommend you to friends/colleagues."

" It was great meeting you on Friday. Thanks so much for the quick turn-around. I just flipped through a couple of pages and, beyond its utility in the house buying negotiations, it looks like a great "state of the house" document - a detailed diagnostic of the health house as well as recommendations to keeping it in good repair. For (potentially) new home owners such as Jess and myself, this is incredibly valuable. Thanks again for all your help Joe, I am a very satisfied customer, and will continue to tell people how great your company is! "

"Thank you for all of your help on Hillcrest Ave. today. My Dad was impressed and pleased with the inspection, which is rare!!! Kevin and I forgot to mention that we need the report as soon as possible. Thanks again, "

"Thanks for everything Joe. Daria and I will review everything and we will call you if we have any questions. Thanks again for everything you did. You were awesome. "

"Topic: Residential Services Comments: Thanks for a great inspection and great report. It was a pleasure to meet and deal with Joe. Thanks so much. "

"We received the Home Inspection documents. It is very thorough and professional! Christine and I feel very prepared going into the negotiation phase with this information. The entire experience, from inquiring with you to having the inspection was easy, informative and was well worth the price."

"Hey Joe, Thank you so much for helping me understand the house! And the great tips on plaster repair."

"Joe - Thank you! We had a great time today even though it turns out the house we really want might fallover at any bite of a termite. :) Our first home inspection and I think we'll have stories to tell for years!!! Your service was worth every penny and we will be sure to recommend Shelter Works to everyone we know who is in need of a high-quality, thorough, professional who operates with a high level of integrity. "

"Thank you for the time you spent yesterday on the house on Fairview . I was impressed from your dedication , professional and in depth capability to investigate all aspects within the house . Thank you for that and I appreciate it "

"Thanks so much for your analysis and advice. Your reports have been very helpful in the negotiating process and will be a great handbook to our home when we move in!"

"Hi Joe, Thank you again for the very thorough and knowledgeable inspection of the property. I'm definitely glad we followed [our attorney] Amy's recommendation to contact you. We will certainly recommend you to our friends. Thanks again! "

"Joe, Thank you so much for all the time and attention to detail you gave to us yesterday. We cannot stop talking about how happy we were and fortunate to have had you as the inspector on the house. When people ask us, "how did the inspection go", our answer has been starting off with, "you would not believe the awesome inspector we had!" Thanks for "finding Waldo" as well. We definitely owe you and your family some hummus and good cooking when we move in!"

"Thanks for explaining [the building concerns]. And thank you again for being so thorough and helpful during the inspection and for your work-of-art report."

"Joe, Thank you again for coming out today--you were a tremendous help and I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of the inspection. "

"Sheila and I thank you again for your time and great attention in explaining everything to us last weekend. We had a blast. Makes me wish we had other homes for you to inspect! Thank you again for everything, "

"Joe, Thanks again for your time and thoroughness with the inspection. I printed off a copy of the report and Lynn and I will be looking over it in detail tonight/tomorrow. I started looking at it earlier and thus far it appears to be very well done covering everything I recall you pointing out while onsite. "