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Jay Tappen

Sherlock Home Inspections

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833-474-3756
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Jay is a Senior Inspector at Sherlock Home Inspections, which was established in 2009 and is largely recognized as an industry leader throughout Florida. All inspectors are certified by, and active members of InterNACHI. They adhere to Standards of Practice, abide by a Code of Ethics, and attend required continuing education courses. The company also exceeds industry standards by inspecting areas and conducting procedures that many inspectors do not. They can usually provide inspections within 24 hours of orders and delivery of reports within 24 hours of inspection. They provide Home Inspections, Commercial Inspections, Vacant Land Inspections, Insurance Inspections, 4-Point, Wind Mitigation, Air Quality, Water Quality, and many other types of building inspections.

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Business Hours
  • Sunday 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
  • Monday 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM

Certification ensures that the inspector meets strict guidelines and adheres to industry standards set forth by the largest and most reputable home inspection organization in the country (unlike other Inspector Associations or Societies that accept anyone who pays a membership fee).
YES – All inspectors at Sherlock Home Inspections are certified by, and active members of InterNACHI. They adhere to Standards of Practice, abide by a Code of Ethics, and attend required continuing education courses.

Inspectors’ experience should not be specialized. They should have a comprehensive knowledge of all areas of residential structures and components. An electrician is not qualified to inspect plumbing; a plumber shouldn’t inspect HVAC, etc.
All inspectors at Sherlock Home Inspections are specifically experienced in all areas of residential inspection & required to complete a minimum of 24 hours of continuing education per year.

YES, But that is a minimum requirement. Anything less would be illegal. This is why question numbers 1 & 2 are so important.

Sherlock Home Inspections goes above and beyond industry standards.
We inspect several aspects and components of a home that many inspectors do not.
We conduct several procedures & use several tools for inspecting that many inspectors do not.
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The average for a single inspector is two to three hours for a typical single-family home. Our inspectors are very experienced and proficient, so they may finish earlier. However, they will take as long as needed to do a thorough inspection.

Yes – you absolutely may accompany our inspector(s) during the inspection. Our professional inspectors are not only experienced and knowledgeable, but also friendly, approachable, and well-spoken. However, it is not a requirement. Our inspection report is very thorough and easy to read. We don't consider a job to be complete until all of your questions are answered.

Our report will be delivered within 24 hours (usually the same evening).

Yes – with your permission we will gladly send a copy of the report to a 3rd party via e-mail at no additional cost.

No – if an inspector answers this question “yes” that may indicate a conflict of interest. We recommend obtaining quotes from licensed professionals who will actually do the work.

Our best reference is likely whoever referred you to us. Sherlock Home Inspections is “By Referral Only”... We do not spend our resources on advertising. You will not see us in any publications, TV or radio. Instead we invest 100% of our time and energy to delivering first-class service to our clients. As a result, our valued clients, along with real estate, mortgage, and insurance professionals, refer their family, friends and clients to us for all their home inspection needs. Also, see the “Satisfied Customers” page of our website to see what others have to say about us.

That depends on the type of inspection you are looking for. Our 101 Point Inspection (actually 250+ points) covers everything in our answer to # 3. However we also offer Air & Water Quality Inspections, 4-Point & Wind Mitigation Inspections, etc. Our fees are always competitive without cutting corners. See our price sheet on our website or simply CALL 833-474-3756.

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