ValueGuard reviews from real Philadelphia homebuyers.
Since 1997, families across Philadelphia, the Main Line, the surrounding counties, and Delaware have trusted ValueGuard with the biggest purchase of their lives. The reviews below — and 1,800+ verified ratings across Google, Angi, Facebook, and Yelp — tell that story better than we ever could.
4.9★ average ·1,400+ Google reviews ·1,800+ total ·29 years ·94k inspections
ValueGuard Home Inspections is a family-owned, ASHI-certified home inspection company headquartered at 100 E Penn Square in Philadelphia. It holds a 4.9-star average across 1,800+ verified reviews — including 1,400+ on Google — and has completed more than 94,000 inspections across Greater Philadelphia and New Castle County, Delaware since 1997.
We don’t curate, filter, or moderate reviews. Every word you read on Google, Angi, Facebook, and Yelp was written by a real client who paid for a ValueGuard inspection — and we’ve built our reputation one review at a time.
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ValueGuard at a glance
Rating: 4.9 stars, 1,800+ verified reviews
Google reviews: 1,400+
In business since: 1997 — 94,000+ inspections
Team: 10 inspectors, 9 Master Inspectors
Reports: promised next day, most delivered same day
Quality control: every report reviewed by a Master Inspector
Specialty testing: radon, mold, lead & sewer scope
Service area: Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Berks & Lancaster Counties, PA + New Castle County, DE
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i Thorough — Not Rushed Inspectors who climb into the crawlspace, get on the roof, and spend the time the property demands — even when that means five-plus hours on a complex older home.
ii Patience with First-Time Buyers Explaining the panel, the flashing, the slope of the grading — without ever making anyone feel small for asking.
iii Fast, Photo-Rich Reports Promised next day, usually delivered the same day. Organized by system, with our Action Symbols flagging what’s a safety issue, what’s a major defect, and what’s just routine maintenance.
iv An Office That Picks Up Same-week scheduling, calls returned, and a real human following up after the report is delivered. Never a call center.
v Real Negotiation Leverage Clients tell us our reports gave them the documentation and confidence to negotiate — or, just as often, the confidence to walk away.
vi Clients Come Back Repeat clients and direct referrals from agents make up a meaningful share of our work — some returning 20 years after their first ValueGuard inspection.
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iii. From recent clients
Recent home inspection reviews from Greater Philadelphia.
Eight of our newest Google reviews from September 2026 — named inspectors, real outcomes, dated. Swipe or use the arrows to read all eight.
“ ★★★★★
Main inspector Michael K and inspector Michael B (for Radon and sewer line testing) were knowledgeable, friendly, and respectful. We were home for the whole inspection and didn’t put upon yet noticed they were very through. We had used Valueguard 20 years ago when we purchased this very house and our RE agent recommended them this time around so it was great to see the company is still in business and well respected.
Anthony K. Wong Google · September 2026 · Pre-listing inspection, radon & sewer scope · Returning client after 20 years · Inspectors: Michael Kelley & Michael Baltrush
“ ★★★★★
This is my second home that I have had inspected by ValueGuard Home Inspections and I know it will not be my last. Steven is the man. He is super knowledgeable and very trustworthy. I highly recommend ValueGuard and Steven 100%.
John Sieber Google · September 2026 · Rental property inspection · Repeat client · Inspector: Steven Haslam
“ ★★★★★
Cory was an excellent inspector and did an exceptional job with his report which I had a couple hours after the inspection was finished. Thank you, Cory!
Tom M Google · September 2026 · Report delivered same day · Inspector: Cory Shalaway
“ ★★★★★
Our inspector Michael was friendly and gave us direct answers to all our questions. We really appreciated how he walked us through each room of the house and gave detailed inspection results. As new homeowners, getting this inspection gave us peace of mind and it really helped our confidence moving forward. I would recommend this service for anyone moving to a new home.
Ben Burgess Google · September 2026 · New homeowners · Inspector: Michael
“ ★★★★★
I had a great experience with ValueGuard. I was able to get an inspection scheduled very quickly after another company canceled on me. Michael was extremely thorough, took his time explaining everything he found, and made sure I understood the serious issues with the property instead of just rushing through the inspection. As a first time homebuyer, I really appreciated how informative, patient, and professional he was. I would definitely recommend Michael and ValueGuard!
Gwen MP Google · September 2026 · First-time homebuyer · Fast scheduling · Inspector: Michael
“ ★★★★★
Hands down would give ValueGuard five stars! Our home inspection, specifically our Sewer Scope, proved to be quite difficult, but the team handled it with humor and professionalism. Don’t hesitate to work with them!
Julia Troost Google · September 2026 · Home inspection + sewer scope
“ ★★★★★
The inspector was great. He checked out EVERYTHING. He explained things and was very professional. It was definitely worth getting the inspection since he uncovered things not obvious to the average person.
Celeste Mann Google · September 2026 · Home inspection
“ ★★★★★
As buyers for two properties now we’ve chosen ValueGuard. The entire team, but especially Michael Kelley were honest, no nonsense inspectors who told you exactly how it was and made sure to document thoroughly to have your back. Ultimately their findings led us to get out of one contract and it’s a good thing we did! I couldn’t be more grateful of the ValueGuard team.
Clay Monson Google · September 2026 · Repeat buyer · Sewer scope & mold sampling · Inspector: Michael Kelley
The names you see in our reviews represent 200+ years of combined inspection experience across Greater Philadelphia, the Main Line, Chester County, Montgomery County, Bucks County, and Delaware.
Is ValueGuard a good home inspection company in Philadelphia? +
ValueGuard Home Inspections holds a 4.9-star average across 1,800+ verified reviews on Google, Angi, Facebook, and Yelp, including 1,400+ Google reviews. The family-owned, ASHI-certified company has served Greater Philadelphia since 1997 and completed more than 94,000 inspections. Nine of its ten inspectors are Master Inspectors, and every report is reviewed by a Master Inspector before it is delivered.
How many reviews does ValueGuard have? +
ValueGuard has 1,800+ verified reviews across Google, Angi, Facebook, and Yelp, with an aggregate rating of 4.9 stars. Most live on Google (1,400+), followed by Angi (270+), Yelp (120+), and Facebook (100+).
Where can I read ValueGuard reviews? +
You can read verified ValueGuard reviews on Google, Angi, Facebook, and Yelp. We link directly to each platform from this page so you can read the unfiltered originals.
Are ValueGuard’s reviews verified? +
Yes. Every platform we link to — Google, Angi, Facebook, and Yelp — verifies the reviewer’s identity before publishing. ValueGuard does not edit, filter, or remove reviews on any of these platforms. Every review you read was written by a real client who paid for a real inspection.
What do clients most often say about ValueGuard? +
Across 1,800+ reviews, six themes show up again and again: inspectors who take their time without rushing, patience with first-time homebuyers, fast photo-rich reports, an office team that actually picks up the phone, reports that give real negotiation leverage, and clients who come back for their next purchase.
How quickly will I get my ValueGuard inspection report? +
ValueGuard promises your report by the next day, and most reports are delivered the same day as the inspection — recent reviewers mention receiving theirs within a couple of hours. Every report is reviewed by a Master Inspector before delivery and includes photos, clear descriptions, and Action Symbols that separate safety issues from routine maintenance.
Do ValueGuard reviews cover radon, mold, and sewer scope inspections? +
Yes. Many recent Google reviews mention sewer line scopes, mold sampling, and radon testing alongside the home inspection, as well as pre-listing and rental property inspections. ValueGuard has a designated team for radon, mold, lead, and sewer inspections, so specialty testing can be scheduled with your home inspection.
Can I request a specific inspector I read about in a review? +
Yes — just mention the inspector’s name when you schedule and we’ll do our best to match you, subject to availability. Many of our clients are repeat customers who request the inspector by name. Call (215) 860-3150 or book online.
Who are the top 3 highest requested inspectors? +
The three most-requested ValueGuard inspectors are Steven Haslam, David Bollinger, and Michael Kelley — each with 5,000+ inspections across Greater Philadelphia. All three hold ValueGuard’s Master Inspector designation and are in very high demand from client referrals. Request them by name when you schedule, subject to availability.
How do I leave a review for ValueGuard? +
The fastest way is the direct link — leave a Google review here. It opens Google with your account already signed in. You’ll also receive a follow-up email after your inspection with direct links to Google, Angi, or Facebook. Honest feedback — five-star or otherwise — helps us improve and helps future homebuyers in Greater Philadelphia make a confident choice.
Does ValueGuard respond to negative reviews? +
Yes — we respond to every review, positive or critical. Less-than-perfect reviews are rare, but when they happen we take them seriously, investigate the issue, and respond publicly with what we learned. You’ll see those exchanges on the original platforms.
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100 E Penn Square, Suite 400, Philadelphia, PA 19107 ·(215) 860-3150
Inspections 7 days a week · Office hours Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm, Sat 9am–4pm · ASHI-certified home inspectors · Serving every Philadelphia neighborhood, plus Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Berks & Lancaster Counties, PA and New Castle County, DE
