- Name
- Ben Schern - AZ Home Inspector
- Company
- Target Building Inspections LLC
- E-mail
- Contact Ben Schern - AZ Home Inspector (Target Building Inspections LLC)
- Website
- http://www.targetinspect.com
- Office Phone
- (480) 228-6165
- Cell Phone
- (480) 228-6165
- Alt. Phone
- (480) 703-7379
- Fax
- (480) 558-3191
- Address
- 670 N. Golden Key, Gilbert, AZ, 85233
- Description
- Residential & Commercial Bldg. Inspectors
Servicing AZ 24/7/365
Supra Lock Box Access
480-228-6165
A little about us...
A Professional Real Estate Inspection by Target Building Inspections will identify the safety hazards within the building and premises, deteriorating conditions, improper installations, operability of major systems and maintenance issues of each property. Our reports help you and your contractors to prioritize and quantify what repairs and maintenance needs to be done, short and long term. This will reduce your exposure and risk while making your purchasing process easier, less stressful, more informed and hopefully more enjoyable. Our reports are coded and prioritized to assist you along with detailed "Executive Summaries and Digital Photographs. You will receive a comprehensive narrative, computer generated report within 12 hours of your inspection. Our reports are written in layman's terms and color coded for ease of understanding. Our report is easy to understand and use through negotiation, contractors cost estimating, and ongoing maintenance. Our report is designed to serve you during a purchase, sale, renovation or construction.
Target Building Inspections has over 56 years of combined construction and building inspection experience in Arizona.
We at Target Building Inspections look forward to being of service to you, your Company, your Business Associates, your Family and friends. Call us today (480)-228-6165
"Every person and property has different wants and needs. We have a passion for and enjoy assisting you in identifying what your business or families wants and needs are. We clearly communicate our inspection findings verbally and within our report. We also stand behind our inspections with a "Satisfaction Guaranteed Promise". Customer service is our highest priority."
Feedback from Target Inspect Customers and Referring Agents
Dear Ben,
On behalf of St. Pauls Preparatory Academy, I would like to extend our appreciation of your inspection on our buildings and grounds. Thank you for sharing in the success of our young men and helping us provide a more enriching educational and extracurricular opportunity. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to maintaining a long-lasting relationship with you. Robert B. Head of School
Ben was top notch and very professional. I received some valuable information and tips from Ben and was impressed with the report and how quickly it was completed. Steven Lalino, Buyer
Although we weren't able to be there for the inspection, our confidence in Target Inspect gave us the peace of mind we needed during the home buying process. I was particularly impressed with the report provided electronically to my email account. John Tencer, Buyer
As a woman I was concerned that the home inspector would ignore my questions or comments. He was incredibly open to our questions and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. This was incredibly reassuring for a first-time homebuyer. The materials that accompanied the inspection report were helpful in planning our projects for our new home. I would recommend your company to anyone. Alyssa Whitbeck and Jeramey Rose, Buyers
Because I'm so mobile (floating between multiple offices and the car), I much prefer to deal with matters electronically. Therefore, I appreciate the web savvy nature of Target Building Inspections in confirming appointments, providing documentation, final reports, etc. Donald Drennen, Buyer
Ben Schern was very friendly and knowledgeable. We have never bought a home before so we had a lot of questions, he never got annoyed with us and answered all the questions we had for him, even added some humor. We were really pleased how the experience went. Thank You. Melissa Faulkner, Buyer
Target Inspect was great. They were friendly and professional. They showed us how our house operates. I would recommend Target Inspect, and Mr. Schern in particular, to anyone needing a home inspection. Mike Zarro Buyer
Ben was very thorough and took the time to explain what he found. He also invited me to participate with the inspection, and walk around with him. I was very impressed how he took his approach and made sure there were no hidden problems. Dennis Kelly, Buyer
Great job! My husband and I learned a lot and were very impressed with the thoroughness of the inspector and the report. We will definitely be recommending your company to friends and family. Tom and Meghan Morgan, Buyers
Ben was wonderful! I learned so much from him that will help me maintain my home in the future. Ben was extremely thorough and patient, taking his time explaining everything to me. I feel so educated on the house and all its systems. Denise Miller, Buyer
I am thoroughly and completely satisfied with Target Inspect. Our inspector was extremely thorough and spent three hours with us going through the property and explaining the systems to us. He was very knowledgeable and was able to point out problems that we wouldn't have otherwise found. I have hired previous inspectors who spend twenty minutes looking at the house, giving you a brief oral summary about the house, and providing a short report without details. After using Target Inspect, I will never use any other company! Thank you! Cathy Turner, Buyer
I think that one of the biggest compliments that can be paid, in the real estate business, is to use your company, and specifically Benjamin Schern, on the inspection of our personal home which we purchased. We refer numerous clients to your company, but by selecting your company for our personal use says it all!! Way to go Benjamin! J. Randall, Realtor®
I was thoroughly impressed with the expertise of your inspector. He was thorough and comprehensive in conducting the inspection. He answered all of my questions, addressed my concerns and expressed him self in clear understandable terms. Arthur Blackwell, Buyer
I would highly recommend Target Building Inspections. I was very impressed with the website information, detailed report and experience of the inspector. I was very pleased with the time and detail taken with the inspection. Marian Drockett, Buyer
I would most definitely refer family and friends to Target Building Inspections for their property inspection needs. Great service! Donald Bouchard, Buyer
Ben was very thorough, polite, and knowledgeable. He took the extra time to answer all our questions in great, careful detail. It was a pleasure to learn from him and have him in our new home! Alan, Buyer
Ben Schern did a wonderful job! He was on-site early, had an abundance of knowledge on every area of the house, and couldn't have been more pleasant! Heather Prochnelli, Buyer
Ben did an excellent job. He explained the process and his findings thoroughly and I even learned a few things from him. He was extremely knowledgeable and professional. If I have to have a home inspected I will definitely use Target Inspect again and I will recommend your company to my friends. Rob Stremmer, Buyer
Ben is very component at his job and it was a pleasure working with both Ben and their firm. They both help make the inspection part of buying of our new home go smoothly. Thank you!!!! Eileen Mosier, Buyer
Ben performed an extremely thorough inspection of my new home. It made me feel confident that I became aware of all of the issues in my new home. I am grateful to him because he pointed out so many things to me. I'm a single parent and my brother came with me to my inspection.
Ben told my brother that he was working as if "his" sister was buying that house. That really impressed me because he really cared and did an excellent job. I mentioned this to my real estate agent and she was very pleased and said they would be sure to use Target Inspect on future jobs. Sharon Johanson, Buyer
Ben is by far the most thorough inspector I've utilized. His candor, kindness, and unwavering confidence make the owner-to-be sense both ease and calm in what could normally be a stressful period. You are fortunate to have someone of his integrity working for your company! Erik Weiner, Buyer
Ben Schern came highly recommended by our real estate agent....we will certainly recommend him to others for his thoroughness and professionalism. -The information contained has helped us a great deal in preparation for our purchase of the house. Thank you for your help in this process. Jay Ivan, Buyer
Ben is knowledgeable across all aspects on owning and managing a home. He adds so much incremental value and ideas you would not otherwise expect from a home inspection. He is a real pro! Bill Coyne, Buyer
My fiancé and I were extremely impressed by Ben Schern and would be more than happy to recommend Target Building Inspections LLC based on our impression of Ben. He was friendly and helpful, and went above and beyond what I expected to get out of an inspection. I feel confident going into this home purchase because of the thorough information Ben provided to us. Susan Solomon, Buyer
My inspector was very informative about the whole process and about the contents of the report. He was very professional and upbeat. The inspector's report was extremely thorough and I feel confident that he uncovered all of the flaws and defects in the home's interior as well as its exterior. I have nothing but good things to say about Target Home Inspections and I would recommend them to anyone in the market for a home inspection. Buyer
Not only was Mr. Schern very knowledgeable and thorough, he was also a pleasure to work with. I will highly recommend him to all my friends and family purchasing a new home! Jay Samolowicz Buyer
Residential Information
Sunday, September 13, 2009 at 1:38PM
You've found your dream home! 
Buying a home may be the biggest purchase you'll ever make, as well as one of the most important - where life unfolds and memories are made. When you've found the home of your dreams, you tend to know it the minute you walk through the front door. Make the most important decision an informed decision with a home inspection from Target Building Inspections.
Target Building Inspections offers a number of home inspection services for home buyers, all with a complete report and our exclusive Preventive Home Maintenance Guide. At Target Building Inspections, we believe that knowledge is power, and our goal is to provide you with the unbiased information you need to buy with Confidence.
Full-Home Inspection
A comprehensive analysis taking 3 to 3 1/2 hours (depending on size of home) inspecting all of the home's major systems. This visual home inspection includes over 300 items, from the foundation to the roof, all major systems of the house (i.e., electrical, plumbing, heating/air conditioning) and the home's interior components. Also covered are items that may need attention after moving into the home.
Items inspected include:
* Foundation
* Structure
* Basement or crawl space
* Interior and exterior walls
* Siding
* Water heater
* Heating and air conditioning systems
* Electrical system
* Plumbing system and fixtures
* Porches and decks
* Attic
* Roof
* Gutters
* Fireplace and exterior chimney
* Interior and exterior doors
* Built-in appliances
* Interior stairway components
* Bathtub and shower wall coverings
* Kitchen cabinet doors and drawers
Condominium/Townhome Inspection
Like houses, condos and townhouses should also be inspected before purchase. Building Inspection Services extensive inspection of the condominium or townhouse interior reviews the structure, mechanical, and plumbing, electrical and heating/AC systems within the unit, along with any built-in appliances. This inspection takes the home inspector 1 to 2 hours to complete and will provide you with peace of mind in knowing that the unit is sound.
Duplex/Multiplex Inspection
We provide comprehensive inspections for multi-unit properties (duplexes, multiplexes, etc.). Similar to a standard or extended full home inspection, this inspection reviews all visual aspects of the individual units of a property, as well as all shared major systems and structural components.
Manufactured/Mobile Home Inspection
There are many aspects of manufactured and mobile homes that differ from a permanent residence. Similar to a standard or extended full home inspection, the home inspector reviews all visual aspects of all major systems and structural components of the home, as well as items specific to these types of homes including proper bracing and/or anchoring, permanent bolt-on systems and any towing, axles, or vehicular features.
Pre-Offer Inspection
More common in competitive real estate markets with multiple offers, this preliminary, information-only home inspection evaluates a home's major systems and any potential issues, giving home buyers the information to make an informed decision on whether to place an offer on a property. Pre-offer home inspections take about an hour and are a valuable option in time-sensitive situations.
Home Buyer Consultation
We provide home buyer consultations for homes that have already been inspected by Target Building Inspections. We will review and explain the home inspection report and answer any questions you may have.
We Only Work For You
You can count on Target Building Inspections for a timely and accurate assessment of the condition of your potential new home. We work for you and you only. Our knowledgeable and experienced home inspectors will explain the inspection process and findings to you, and answer any questions you may have at the time of the inspection and afterward should any arise.
Meet our staff...
Ben Schern
Founder of Target Building Inspections and long time Arizonan with extensive history in the building and trades of residential and commercial structures thru-out Arizona, Utah and California. Schern has a succesful background as a Buisness Owner, Construction Superintendent, Licensed Contractor and Master Building Inspector. Schern also teaches in the building inspection and safety arenas for Realtors, Inspectors, and Municipalities.
Michael Tinsley
Tinsley has over 17 years experience in Design and Construction preceded by Architectural and Engineering studies at Case Western Reserve University and the University of Washington, 11 years of General Contracting and Project Management of residential and commercial construction, 6 years of electrical contracting with Electrical Administrators and Journeyman's licenses for residential, commercial and industrial projects thru-out the southwest.
Glenn Bruner
New to Arizona, Glenn brings his expertise from California and his Technical background to Target Building Inspections. Glenn is certified by the International Code Council (ICC) as "Master Code Professional." He served on the electrical advisory council to Underwriters Laboratories (UL). He also maintains active membership in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI), and International Code Council (ICC). Bruner has extensive knowledge in Thermography (infrared imaging), is a Level 2 certified thermographer, and heads up our energy auditing.
