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Tim Hance of All Islands Home Inspections shares a video from a recent home inspection with an unconventionally capped chimney flue.

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This entry was posted in Industry News, Videos and tagged anacortes, chimney, handyman, home inspection on July 29, 2020 by Tim Hance.

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Testimonials

Besides being a thorough inspector, Tim is very professional and responsive to my clients whether it be regarding scheduling, reports, or follow up questions. He is knowledgeable and personable leaving all my clients feeling comfortable and educated about the facts and condition of the property they are considering. His speedy, graphic, online reports are great, concise and easy to read – and make it easy for me to consult with my clients whether we are in the same room or miles apart! I know my clients are in good hands with Tim!

Sybil MagerAssociate BrokerIsland Group, Sotheby’s International Realty

This is to thank you for the incredibly thorough and detailed inspection you made of the home we are purchasing on Orcas. We have bought and sold a number of properties over the years but we have never encountered a home inspector who was as careful and conscientious as you are. We were amazed you would sit with us after the inspection and go through every photo you took and explain what you had found and what it meant. That you would also patiently answer every question we had was also greatly appreciated. The strong sense we have of your integrity and care in conducting our home inspection gave us great confidence in proceeding to buy our Orcas home. We look forward to seeing you on island in the future.

Arthur & Judy Winer

I have used Tim Hance at All Islands Home Inspections on two real estate transactions in the past year and found his inspections to be thorough and well documented. He responded quickly to all phone calls and completed the inspections in a timely manner, even on property on a non-ferry served island. I found him energetic, competent and the buyers were impressed with his presentation. I would not hesitate to recommend All Islands Home Inspections in the future.

Jane SawyerColdwell Banker San Juan Islands Inc.

Tim carried out a thorough, professional inspection and provided a superb written report with photos of all points that needed repairs or improvements. A careful walk-through gave us a solid understanding of how the house functions. And his help didn’t stop there; shortly after the second-day walk-through and review he sent us information on how to make several improvements to the property.

Joe & Meg Massey

I have been involved with real estate on Orcas Island for 21 years. I am delighted to find that your work ethics and thoroughness exceeds past experiences with inspectors, as well as surpassing my expectations. I have had both personal and professional experience with your work and have never had to think about how my clients will be treated, or have to second guess the report that you deliver on schedule. I also know you will give recommendations that will save the owner/client money in the long run. I do not hesitate to recommend your services.

Teri WilliamsT. Williams Realty

I have found Tim Hance to be efficient, reliable, and responsive. His inspection reports are both detailed and comprehensive, yet presented in a clear and concise fashion. A true professional, we in the San Juan Islands are fortunate to have Tim Hance!

Kathryn FarronWindermere Real EstateSan Juan Island

Thank you again for your home inspection of our second property, which you did in our absence. We hired you on a tip from our real estate agent. We were extremely satisfied with your performance. You told us on the phone that the inspection would take 2 to 3 hours. We have parted from the house some 6 hours later at no extra charge. You patiently explained and answered every question we had. You crawled to all out of sight places, walked on steep roof, removed furniture and stored items of renters to see it all. You took dozens of close up photos. Your amazingly thorough report was over 30 pages long. Unfortunately seller, days before closing escrow, decided to be foreclosed on. We had to hire you again, in our absence, for our second choice of vacation home on Orcas Island. You performed that inspection on your own, just with keys borrowed from listing agent. We now have both the electronic and hard copy!

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Josef & Bonnie SedivecSan Diego, CA

Tim, we simply cannot express how pleased we are with your home inspection. We have never experienced such thorough and complete service before. The personal time you spent explaining each detail of the report was very reassuring. We move into our new home with an in depth understanding of its idiosyncrasies and inner workings. More importantly, we have a sense of safety that we cannot place a value on. Thank you!

Evan & Valerie BuxbaumOrcas Island, WA

Tim Hance was very professional and thorough with his inspection. The report was precise, well written, and easy to understand with lots of photos. His service was also fast and reasonably priced for all he did. If I ever need a home inspection again I will use All Island Home Inspections. Thank you for a great service!

Shelly KalalAndover, KS

Tim of All Islands Home Inspections is a pleasure to work with. He is prompt, courteous and service oriented, a true professional. I will continue to place Tim’s service at the top of my list.

Jaylin PeacockWindermere Real Estate
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19:55 21 Mar 22
I was truly impressed by how smoothly everything went. Tim was responsive and accommodating while scheduling the... inspection, thorough while conducting the inspection, and quick to deliver his detailed report. Tim is very well informed, has great advice, and took the time to answer all of my questions. I would 100% highly recommend.read more
Ashish Saxena
Ashish Saxena
15:55 05 Jun 20
Tim did an excellent job with the inspection. His attention to details was fantastic. Did a thorough walk through. His... ideas of creating videos throughout the inspection was awesome!read more
Jon Clark
Jon Clark
18:59 27 May 20
All Island Home Inspections really helped us out with being able to make a solid offer on an Orcas property. Tim was... able to schedule the inspection within a few days and we had results is plenty of time. The details provided about the home, the videos and photos all were top-notch and made reading the report very easy. Thank you for a wonderful experience.read more
Ryan Gerth
Ryan Gerth
17:59 18 May 20
Astounding timeliness and communication. The inspection was incredibly thorough and well exceeded my expectations. I'm... a first time home buyer and was provided excellent information for the smallest of details. Very upfront and didn't treat me like a lot of other people have in my first home buying process. I was recommended All Islands Home Inspections by an individual I trust and I will recommend All Islands for anyone in this area. The inspection quality and results are top-notch and should be the industry standard!read more
Kurt Dickmann
Kurt Dickmann
03:15 16 May 20
I would totally recommend All Islands Home Inspections. Tim was super-efficient and professional. Our inspection... report was thorough, well organized and included detailed recommendations. He was not just "ticking the boxes". The All Islands Home Inspections website is also packed with great home maintenance information. I recommend that everyone in the PNW watch his video on roof maintenance.read more
Jack Grandsaert
Jack Grandsaert
20:23 28 Apr 20
We have nothing but great things to say about Tim. He was responsive, honest and thorough. His inspection report... regarding the house we were trying to buy was as helpful and complete as any we had ever seen or could imagine. After the report was complete, Tim was more than willing to answer more questions that we had on things that were outside the purview of the report. Tim is friendly, approachable and very knowledgeable. My wife and I would recommend Tim without reservation for any home inspection need you may have.read more
Ken Cartwright
Ken Cartwright
14:58 09 Apr 20
I highly recommend Tim and All Island Home Inspections. Really appreciated his professionalism throughout the process.... His inspection was very detailed, including pics and video. He also responded very quickly to questions we had following the inspection.read more
Nancy Hasler
Nancy Hasler
18:17 07 Apr 20
I recently hired Tim from All Islands Home Inspections to inspect a home that I was interested in purchasing on San... Juan Island. I couldn't have been happier with the service I received. Tim was courteous and prompt in getting back to me to set up an appointment at his very first opportunity. The inspection report was exceptionally thorough and user friendly. It will be an invaluable tool as I begin to make the minor repairs necessary to maintain the integrity of the home. Based on my experience, I would not hesitate to recommend All Islands Home Inspections to anyone seeking this service.read more
Jessica Kim
Jessica Kim
06:54 29 Mar 20
If you are looking for a home inspection All Islands Home Inspections is the place to go. Tim was incredibly thorough... and whenever I had questions he responded quickly. I am so happy I chose him! I would highly recommend his services when needing a home inspection.read more
Elaine Prouty
Elaine Prouty
13:54 18 Mar 20
Tim is the best home inspector my family and I have ever used. Hands down. Thorough, knowledgable, and very... professional. I can't imagine recommending anyone else.read more
Donald Ruffner
Donald Ruffner
15:50 05 Mar 20
Very good experience! Tim did a great job and answers all your questions and provide an excellent report in a timely... manor! Highly recommend.read more
Paul Porath
Paul Porath
16:51 01 Feb 20
Tim provided us amazing service for our home inspection on Lopez Island. We needed very quick turn-around and Tim came... through! The inspection report is the best I have seen: very detailed, thorough, and professional. I heartily recommend Tim and All Islands Home Inspections to anyone needing this service!read more
Carol Bingman
Carol Bingman
16:24 31 Jan 20
Tim was so pleasant and knowledgeable. He was also very patient with us. We were able to view our property and ask... questions. His report was very thorough and easy to understand. I would highly recommend Tim and All Island Home Inspections.read more
Mike D
Mike D
22:38 22 Jan 20
I've seen quite a few different home inspectors in my buying and selling of homes. This company is on a total different... level. Professional, knowledgeable and equipped with state-of-the-art tools! Reports are easy to read and understand with pictures and the 360 HD is awesome!!!Keep up the good work. Thank you.All Island Home inspections!!!read more
Daisey James
Daisey James
18:03 16 Jan 20
Straightforward, clear and professional! Tim inspected a home I am preparing to purchase in Bellingham as a... first-time home buyer. As someone new to the whole concept, he was very clear, to the point, and honest. He was genuine and gave a few tips on what he would personally do as a homeowner and things to keep in mind going forward. Excellent experience. Thanks Tim.read more
Robert Hoffmann
Robert Hoffmann
21:16 11 Jan 20
Tim did a very thorough inspection of the home and followed up with a detailed report complete with recommendations... and photos. I'm totally satisfied with his work and highly recommend his services.read more
raven mcgrew
raven mcgrew
16:41 10 Jan 20
Very professional, authentic, & prompt. For a first time home buyer & doing so from another state, Tim really made... things a lot more easy in such a stressful time. We really appreciate the extra work from the pictures to the very detailed findings in the property. He explained things to and made the report very easy to read. I would recommend him to anyone especially first time buyers and HE DOES A VERY GOOD MILITARY DISCOUNT!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Thanks Tim !read more
Curt Brisky
Curt Brisky
22:45 04 Jan 20
I was so pleased with my choice of inspectors. Tim really knows his business and his communication and listening was... outstanding. I completely trust his comments and information. Tim goes over and above to teach you what you need to know about the inspection. 5 star rating and above.read more
Jonathan Jurgens
Jonathan Jurgens
22:03 20 Dec 19
Great experience! Tim is honest and easy to talk to. I would definitely use him again.
Cindy F
Cindy F
23:38 10 Nov 19
Tim did a home inspection on short notice for a new home we were purchasing. He was incredibly thorough in his approach... to the inspection and took a lot of time to explain what he was looking for and what he was finding. His report was also very detailed and thorough, providing us a checklist for future home maintenance activities. He answered any follow up questions quickly and helped us turnaround additional documentation for the lender close to the closing date. If you want a thorough and well documented home inspection, and someone that is patient and willing to answer all your questions, I'd highly recommend Tim and All Islands Home Inspections.read more
mark ward
mark ward
23:30 08 Nov 19
Tim did a wonderful job for our inspection. He looked at everything from the roof to crawling under the house in a... crawl space. He is friendly, prompt, does not rush through anything, and best of all, really knows his stuff. I highly recommend him.read more
Sydnie Tutino
Sydnie Tutino
17:43 06 Nov 19
Tim was very thorough and made sure my husband and I understood the process and his findings within our home. As first... time homebuyers this can be extremely scary, Tim made the whole process as easy as possible without sugarcoating anything. Would highly recommend All Islands Home Inspections!read more
Indranil Ghosh
Indranil Ghosh
19:13 17 Oct 19
Tim is one of the most thorough home inspectors I have worked with. This is my 4th home buying experience, and I can... say without any qualification that Tim exceeded all my expectations. He is knowledgeable, transparent and clear. He is also extremely responsive and personable. I highly recommend him!read more
Luanne Pasik
Luanne Pasik
01:44 17 Oct 19
Tim did a thorough inspection and gave us a verbal report of his findings at the conclusion of the inspection. He is... personable and approachable and we enjoyed our interactions with him. We received a very complete written report the next day. I definitely recommend Tim Hance for a home inspection!read more
Kevin Park
Kevin Park
16:29 07 Oct 19
Wow, I cannot recommend All Islands Home Inspections enough. As a first time home buyer, moving across the country, and... trying to do so in a short time frame, I was set up to have a rough time making sure everything was as I expected it to be. Tim really eased some of the stress of this process by providing an extremely thorough and personalized inspection report, including tons of photos and videos. Even better, I had the inspection the following day, allowing me to make an informed decision on the purchase of the home. Unfortunately, we backed out of the contract, but it was Tim who gave us the information we needed to avoid a money pit. When it comes time to make an offer on another home, I won't hesitate to give Tim a calread more
JMB
JMB
15:12 07 Oct 19
Tim is unbelievably thorough. His inspection is very detailed, including pictures and videos. He has been very... responsive with my texts and emails. I highly recommend him and wouldn't hesitate to use him again. Extremely professional.read more
Asbjorn Osland
Asbjorn Osland
18:07 26 Aug 19
The inspector provided extensive review of the home along with videos. It was done in a timely manner. He also included... check lists of things I should do as a homeowner. I've been through this process before and this inspection and report were far superior.read more
Charlotte Hill
Charlotte Hill
22:31 24 Aug 19
The inspector came in a very timely manner and on short notice. He was thorough, efficient and immediately gave us the... results. I would definitely recumbent using him again.read more
John Filicetti
John Filicetti
22:58 18 Aug 19
Tim did a very thorough job on the inspection and explained anything he found and recommended actions. I highly... recommend All Island Home Inspection if you are buying a home. We are very happy with the results.read more
Randy M
Randy M
13:00 01 Aug 19
Tim gave me the hope & confidence to start making some needed repairs on a estate property that has been a challenge... for us thus far. My direction previous to inspection was unclear. He created a detailed bullet list of items that need to be dealt with, in order to obtain maximum benefit toward improving the property prior to listingread more
Mimi Shannon
Mimi Shannon
16:51 26 Jul 19
Tim Hance is personable, considerate, professional and knows what he's doing. I felt entirely confident throughout the... inspection process with Tim taking the time to answer all my questions in lay terms and helping to prioritize my "to do" list. I highly recommend him and would use him again.read more
Rick Rosal
Rick Rosal
13:54 16 Jul 19
Purchasing a home from out of state can seem overwhelming. But Tim conducted our home inspection and made that part of... the process so simple. His report was not only very thorough, but easy to understand, even if you are not familiar with construction or the systems your home has. He provided clear photos and video of the inspection, and really took the time to walk us through the inspection report and answer any and all questions we had. If you are in need of someone to perform an inspection and you want the peace of mind that want it'll be done right, I highly recommend Tim at All Islands Home Inspection.read more
Tammy reynolds
Tammy reynolds
14:16 16 Jun 19
We were very impressed by the inspection performed on our upcoming home purchase at Friday Harbor, WA. The inspection... was very thorough and the report was issued very timely after the inspection. The report was very detailed and easy to follow. The pictures included were extremely helpful. The recommendations made by the inspector were reasonable for both a buyer as well as the seller. We are extremely pleased with All Islands Home Inspections and would highly recommend them to others.read more
Travis Hess
Travis Hess
15:56 11 Jun 19
This review is on behalf of a buyer that Tim, from All Islands Hope Inspections, assisted during the purchase of their... new property in the San Juan Islands. The entire process went very smoothly. Tim and his team were knowledgeable of all the boxes that needed to be reviewed and checked off. Any issues that came out, proper advice quickly followed on how to resolve them. We recommend their services to anyone that is in the process of buying a home.read more
Maggie Vantangoli Policelli
Maggie Vantangoli Policelli
03:20 06 Jun 19
Tim was exceptionally thorough, friendly and efficient at our recent home inspection. He was professional, and took the... time to not just conduct the inspection, but to discuss all his findings with us following the inspection. With a extremely tight deadline, he sent the report within an hour or so after our inspection! Will definitely use again, and recommend to anyone. If you need an inspection, don’t waste your time calling anyone else - call Tim first!read more
Stacia Ott
Stacia Ott
02:25 06 Jun 19
Very professional, respectful. First time homebuyer here, and Tim was very patient and kind. Very knowledgeable and... answered every single one of our questions; even the dumb ones! Lastly, I would say that Tim is honest and fair! Highly recommend!read more
Todd Doyle
Todd Doyle
16:53 23 May 19
We've used Tim for multiple home inspections. His knowledge, insight and suggestion for resolving issues and problems... found is one of the best things about working with him. He is thorough, friendly and provides an exceptional service with excellent communication- we'd highly recommend him and obviously continue to use him for our own inspection needs. Thanks again for your help, Tim!read more
Kathleen Mitchell
Kathleen Mitchell
13:57 27 Apr 19
Great experience with Tim. He explained everything and gave me such great advice. He was also just genuinely nice. It’s... so refreshing to get great customer service. We highly recommend him!read more
Clay Campbell
Clay Campbell
13:33 25 Apr 19
From the moment I contacted Tim he was very responsive and helpful, even providing recommendations on contacts for... other inspections. Report was well documented with pictures and videos via a website with convenient access and digital tools like a summary repair list. Highly recommended professional.read more
AMB Saxton
AMB Saxton
15:37 23 Apr 19
Tim is professional, considerate, friendly, thorough, and over all a good guy! He has inspected two houses for us and... it's been a great experience both times. I really appreciate his thoughtfulness in sitting down after the inspection and going over everything. And the videos he includes in his final report were really helpful. I would highly recommend him!read more
Spencer Goodall
Spencer Goodall
14:21 18 Apr 19
I had to be out of town for a home inspection and Tim provided the most detailed and honest home inspection I have ever... seen. Video and photo evidence including a clean and neat report provide an easy and efficient way to review a home in its entirety. When reviewing a home for any future home inspections, I will definitely be using All Islands Home Inspections.read more
Ashley SunRose
Ashley SunRose
12:33 04 Apr 19
We chose Tim to do our home inspection because I heard great reviews of him. We needed someone who knew who they were... doing as we used our VA home loan. My S.O. is up there already and my daughter and I will be up there in a few short months. The videos helped so much since I’m not there yet and it’s great to see everything and understand it. Very professional and trustworthy service. He got the inspection report to us well within 24 hours. I highly recommend Tim.read more
Matt Jones
Matt Jones
22:41 27 Mar 19
Coordinated an inspection from FL, flew to WA to meet Tim at the house. Outstanding job and thoroughly explained... everything after the inspection. Amazing report with tips on long term home care and 3D photos of every room in the house. Inspection report will be useful for renting / selling in the future. Tim even answered multiple questions as previous owners were executing the recommended repairs / upkeep. Highest recommendation possible.read more
Mike Litke
Mike Litke
20:21 11 Feb 19
The services that were rendered were exceptional. In addition to a paper report, Tim included pictures and videos that... were of immense assistance. I found the report to be thorough and it is clear that Tim has a comprehensive understanding of how to perform home inspections. I strongly recommend All Island Home Inspections.read more
matthew kirshman
matthew kirshman
14:20 10 Feb 19
Tim’s inspection was astoundingly thorough. We love the house we’re buying—but now we know the house in detail. Tim... left nothing unexamined. His report included photos, videos, & a breakdown of categories repairs needed: from safety issues to minor repairs & upgrades.read more
Scott Lommel
Scott Lommel
20:33 25 Jan 19
Tim was prompt in all correspondence and communication from the start. He was very thorough and detailed in his... inspection and report. I felt much better about our home purchase after his inspection, that all or most of the 'unknowns' had been documented. I would use him again and recommend his services to anyone in need of a home inspection.read more
Chudy Bowers
Chudy Bowers
20:34 17 Jan 19
Tim is personable, knowledgeable and thorough. He knows, and is known throughout, the San Juan Islands, and every real... estate agent and contractor we spoke with knew him and had nothing but good things to say. He has a well earned reputation and gave us all the time we needed, answered numerous questions, and we came away feeling like we knew all we needed to make an important investment decision.Tim is a super intelligent and multi-faceted home inspector ... and even knows a couple of half-decent jokes!!Thanks, Tim!!read more
Paul Steimel
Paul Steimel
17:49 14 Oct 18
Once in a great while you come across a business where everything is done just right. Tim and All Islands Inspections... is just such a business. Tim exemplified professionalism. Setting up the appointment was easy and timely. Tim’s report was stunningly thorough and complete. He provided a very helpful narrative, pictures, video and an additional set of 360 degree pictures. When we had further questions, Tim took the time over the phone to answer them all. Extremely satisfied. No hesitation recommending this business over and over again!read more
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