Customer Comments
“Wade is my favorite inspector. He is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to all aspects of construction. Most important, when defects are noted he is able to put these in proper perspective for our client(s). I have seen other inspectors overreact over minor details and underrepresent the potential impacts of more severe concerns. Wade always represents our clients best interests. He makes it easy for me as when I have the option, I always know who to call first!”
Enrico Pozzo
Owner at SeattlebyDesign LLC
Realtor at Coldwell Banker Bain
“I can't remember when I didn't know Wade as a home inspector, it must be more than 15 years that he has provided inspection services for my home buyers. He has always provided great service which to me means going over, under and through a house with the buyer close at hand and explaining everything clearly and carefully and with knowledge about how to care for details of a home in the future. It is always a comfort to me to have him be the inspector for a home purchase. I know that he will be available to the new homeowner for questions.”
Gloria Jackson
Sales associate at Windermere Real Estate NW Inc
“Wade has performed countless property inspections for my clients and myself personally. He always creates a very detailed and accurate report and never misses a thing. He personally goes over the report with the client and will point out what he feels are critical areas and what are minor in nature. I would highly recommend Wade for any real estate inspections, and I do so whenever I get the chance.”
Randy Chenaur
Owner at Sound Mortgage, Inc
“I have worked with Wade for a number of years. He has always provided clear, detailed inspections to my clients & friends. Wade is of the highest integrity, and puts the needs of his clients first. He is thorough, clear, and objective with all of the people I have referred him to. In an age where it is so easy for anyone to cal themselves a "home inpsector" after taking a weekend workshop, it is refreshing knowing that I have an expert who will work hard to represent the needs of the home buyers he is working for. I continually refer Wade to anyone who asks.”
Jonathan French
Prudential Northwest Realty Associates
“A home inspection is an important part of the home buying process. It helps the buyer make informed decisions about their purchase, and provides peace of mind knowing that their decisions are based on expert opinions from a knowledgeable source. As a buyer’s representative, I will only recommend home inspectors that I trust. Wade and his team are thorough, dependable, and unlike many other inspectors, are equipped with the necessary tools to do an exceptional job. Not only do they identify problems that may exist with the home, they also provide maintenance advice and detailed reports complete with illustrations, photographs, recommendations and links to online resources for additional information specific to particular issues. These reports make it easy to negotiate repair issues with the seller, if necessary, and/or convey repair needs with the appropriate service providers. I highly recommend Wade and his well-trained Inspection Services Northwest, Inc. team.”
Mary Kay
Horton Residential Specialist at Windermere RE/South, Inc.
“I have had Wade and his team of inspectors inspect several homes my clients were purchasing. Apart from always being on time and personable, his expertise outshines that of most other inspectors I've worked with over the years. He is thorough and offers expert advice regarding whether inspection-related issues can be remedied. He and his team use current technology during their inspections to identify such things as the presence of moisture to viewing studs behind a finished wall. Wade also brings years of experience as a builder, knowledge of best practices for construction and understanding of building codes. He serves as an expert witness for court cases involving construction defects.”
Denni Shefrin
Independent Real Estate Professional
“Over the past 15 years I have recommended Wade Pennington and Inspection services to numerous clients for home and pest inspections. He and his staff are very professional, use the best of technology yet are able to communicate their findings to first time buyers all the way up to builders. They are very thorough. In addition I have found them to be a tremendous resource. I have called upon them too many times to remember and Wade has always answered any and all questions. The best recommendation I can give is that Wade Pennington and Inspection Services NW is who my family and myself use for all of our inspection needs.”
Lonnie Lee
John L Scott Real Estate
“Wade has been performing inspections for my clients since 2001. I hired Wade to inspect my own home and have referred him to family members as well. He knows his business does comprehensive reports and attends to great detail. He has stayed ahead of the technology curve and provides an outstanding value my clients. He is my number one preferred inspector.”
Dan Tabit
Realtor at Northstone Real Estate Inc
Senior Loan Officer at Northstone Mortgage
“Wade Pennington was introduced to me by my buyer client fifteen years ago. He was at the cutting edge of providing thorough inspections of houses for the buyer. He evolved with the notebook tablet programmed and ready for his input as he did the inspection. He is detailed and provides a summary of the report to the client at the completion of the inspection and then submits an electronic copy within 24 hours and mails a hard copy. He is knowledgeable and great with the clients. I recommend Wade and his company with great respect and enthusiasm.”
Beverly
Read Real Estate Marketing
“I've had the pleasure of seeing Wade in action during the process of inspecting homes. He has a very approachable demeanor that home buyers love and communicates well both verbally and in his reports. Wade also has an impressive use of technology as he employs tool that make the inspection process more through and comprehensive while at the same time being compatible with both high and low tech clients. My clients whom have worked with Wade have reported positively about the work they hired him to do and I consider myself lucky to have his expertise available for my clients.”
Jana Schmidt
Realtor at John L Scott Real Estate
“I have recommended Wade to my clients for home inspections since 1994. Wade's professional manner and approach adds to the buyers experience and his construction background is an important aspect of his inspection reporting. In providing a list of home inspectors to clients, Wade Pennington and Inspection Services Northwest are #1.”
Tony Hettler
Owner, John L. Scott - Des Moines and John L. Scott Burien
"Dear Wade Pennington, As a follow up, I wanted to say thanks to the team for pulling the Del Mar Village program together. Marchelle filed the application before the deadline and has started compiling the next applications to ARCH and WSHFC (Washington State Housing Finance Commission) today and Wednesday respectively. It is a pleasure to engage and rely upon strong professionals like yourselves for these types of programs together. Your efforts and work are appreciated."
Eric C. Evans
St. Andrew's Housing Group
1775 12th Avenue NW, Suite 102
Issaquah, WA 98027
"I've used Inspection services for over 10 years and find Wade to be reliable and punctual on his appointments and readily available. During the inspection process he is ever present of buyers concerns and answers all questions with knowledge and accuracy. He always seems to have the latest gadgets (infrared heat sensing device) that put his inspections at the top of the list. He is very, very knowledgeable about all facets of construction and is able with his extensive knowledge to answer any questions given to him by a buyer or agent. I will continue to use Wade and Inspection Services for a long time to come."
Craig R. Roberts, BAE
Senior Sales Associate
Prudential/N.W., LLC
(206) 938-6829 (Direct)
craigroberts@pnwrealty.com
"Inspection Services Northwest is the company I used to inspect my own home, and I recommend them highly to all my clients. Wade is very knowledgeable and professional, always taking the time to thoroughly explain issues to my clients. ISN uses the latest inspection devices like thermal imaging, and their reports are second to none."
Eileen Hoxit
EH Real Estate. LLC
Windermere Real Estate/East2
2007 Best in Client Satisfaction-Seattle Magazine, 5 Star Agent
Cell: 425-766-0111
www.eileenhoxit.com
"I have been working with Inspection Services Northwest Inc for the past 13+ years. My clients and I have had total satisfaction with the experience. The reporting process is complete and offers guidelines and information about the different components of the home they are buying. Positive and professional is a great way to describe Wade and Jeff. They are always my preferred inspector choice."
Tammy Lundin
RE/MAX Performance Plus
"Hi Wade, I am really grateful that you came out and discovered the problem as it could have been so much worse! I also forwarded the information to my realtor and recommended your services for her future client inspections."
Allison Thomas