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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Sherman Home Inspections, LLC.. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$530 – $760
Typical inspection around $650
Ask around Middleborough about a home inspector who won't be rushed, and Guy Occhino's name comes up. He runs Sherman Home Inspections, a business his parents George and Barbara Sherman started there in 1982; Guy took it over and renamed it in 2017, and now works alongside associate inspector Nathan Coughlin covering Cape Cod, Plymouth, the rest of eastern Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. The reputation holds up at scale: 112 Google reviews average 4.9 stars, the company carries a Better Business Bureau A+, and Guy's Massachusetts home inspector license is active on the state registry. The reviews describe the same scene again and again — a buyer expects an hour or two and gets four to six, with Guy walking every inch of the house and explaining what he finds as he goes instead of just handing over a report. In a 2023 review, a buyer who'd spent 40 years in the building trade himself said Guy still found things he'd missed after nearly six hours on the house. Another 2023 review credited an inspection of a lake home in Plymouth with turning up major problems early enough to change the decision to buy. A more recent buyer said Guy found several hidden issues that shifted both the offer and the final sale price, and other reviews describe him refusing to let a tight closing deadline or an impatient agent cut the walkthrough short. That refusal to be hurried is worth knowing about going in: a few reviewers mention their real estate agents pushing back on a four-hour-plus inspection before coming around to it. If your closing timeline is tight, plan around the visit rather than against it — the extra time is what people credit for catching the problems that mattered. Beyond the standard inspection, Guy also holds AARST/NRPP radon certification and NEPMA certification for wood-destroying-insect inspections, and the company's site lists water quality testing as well, so ask if you want any of those added to the visit. This is a solid call for anyone buying in the Middleborough, Cape Cod, Plymouth, or South Shore area, especially on an older or larger house where a rushed walkthrough would miss something. Confirm how much time to block off and whether you want radon or pest testing bundled in before you book.
I hired Guy to inspect a property I was interested in buying I found Guy to be very efficient and diligent He found several "hidden" items that were not visible during walk throughs - which effected my offer and the sales price His experience was invaluable I have no problem recommending him for your home inspection Mark
I had an offer accepted on a home that clearly needed some TLC, and I was working under a tight inspection deadline. Guy was prompt, clear, and responsive throughout the scheduling process. Because the home had been vacant for some time, I was going into the inspection with very little information from the seller. Guy was incredibly thorough and thoughtful, walking me through every step so I could see potential issues firsthand, understand repair and maintenance needs, and feel much more confident about the overall condition of the house. He never let the real estate agents pressure him into rushing and was meticulous in his work, checking every accessible corner of the attic and crawlspace for potential issues over the course of several hours. If you have the time, I highly recommend going with Guy. You’ll not only get a thorough understanding of your potential new home, but also a great education on the major systems and how everything works!
Guy did a great job! He works hard to do a thorough inspection for the customer and he doesn’t let the real estate agents rush him. We are so happy we went with him because he alerted us to multiple issues that helped us negotiate with the home owners. He also gave us tips and suggestions on things we should care for in the house to help with longevity! Excellent experience and we are more than happy we went with him.
If you want a thorough inspection, Guy is your man. He will teach you things about the property you are considering. He will explain why something is the way it is--how it came to be. Nobody rushes him. He's a real pro.
Guy was great! I found him via Google and at first my Buyer's agent AND the listing agent balked at a 4hr inspection however I can tell you, ignore them, this guy is looking out for your interests (agents only get paid when a deal gets done). He'll take the time to explain things so that you'll be equipped to understand all the particularities of your place. I'd definitely hire him again at my next place. Not everything he finds is going to be a showstopper but sometimes they can be. For example, he found 1. Potential mold (they can't say mold so he says "microbial growth") in the attic due to a lack of ventilation. There were soffit vents, and ridge vents but no actual holes drilled to provide ventilation, resulting in not only potential mold, but also additional stress on the roof shingles. Although the listing agent claimed the roof was 5 years old, the inspector thought that given the condition of the shingles, there were maybe 5 years left on the roof (due to the heat buildup from lack of ventilation). 2. Issues with the tankless oil furnace. Although I knew beforehand that the furnace was old, he found the age (1997), he saw additional issues with it by looking at the surroundings (such as rotting wood). He followed the tubing and found there was a lack of a back flow valve. After turning on the heat and hydronic baseboard heating, the pressure release valve spurted water all over the concrete foundation, causing framing wood rot. 3. Discovered carpenter ants under the walkway. These critical issues would cost me anywhere from $40-75k post-close to resolve, and so it was well worth the inspection cost IMO. There were a bunch of other things such as loose railings, issues with oil tank, potential tree fall areas, if power goes out, then don't flush toilet. He's old school (handwritten paper reports and digital camera) but don't let you that fool you. He's thorough, meticulous and has decades of experience.
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