Read some of the testimonials (sourced from YELP) to see what others are saying:

“I highly recommend David, the Sherlock Holmes of homes. Bringing considerable knowledge and experience to bear, he was able to deduce an amazing amount of information, assess the condition and explain the construction of a house that had very little information known (or told) about it. His thorough and thoughtful inspection work paid off for me. He was a pleasure to work with, patient in answering questions, charging a reasonable rate, and his written report was easy to understand, professional, and timely.” Sarah M, Santa Barbara, CA

“The only reason I wouldn’t recommend David is because I don’t want other people to know how fabulous he is!  We love how thorough he is and patient in answering all questions.  Probably one of the best things about him is his GREAT communication — whether it’s email, phone, or text, I can always count on him to respond in some manner as soon as he can.  We also appreciate that we can be confident that the written report he provides will always help our Sellers and Buyers make appropriate decisions in their real estate transactions.” Keith B, Santa Barbara, CA

“If you need a home inspector – look no further.  I am counting my lucky stars that we worked with David and I highly recommend his services to anyone considering a property purchase in Santa Barbara.  David was incredibly thorough not only with his inspection but also his verbal and written reports.  Every item he discovered was explained clearly and in detail.  It was worth every penny working with David and I will definitely use his services again in the future. Highly recommend.” Kristina H, Santa Barbara, CA

“David is the greatest! I was able to ask a ton of questions and he was kind a patient with me! You can tell he clearly cares about his job by taking his time and clarifying all of his findings. The report is done the very same day! I agree with all 5 star reviews!  If you need an inspection David is your go to guy.” Shannon B, Santa Barbara, CA

“David was incredibly responsive and professional. His inspection was very thorough and his report indicated all areas that required attention. David had a full report emailed to us on the same day – included pictures and explanations of all of his findings. I would recommend David again and again to anyone looking for an honest and knowledgeable home inspector/general contractor.”  Pamela S, Santa Barbara, CA

“This is the guy you want to perform your inspection for a home purchase. He is detailed and hyper-vigilant about assessing the property. His report summary is easy to read and use. I also asked him to provide me with an estimate of all recommended repairs which I was able to present in my request to the seller for repairs. Both were instrumental in getting a credit during the final negotiations.” Chandra C, San Francisco, CA

“David was very professional, dressed nice, thorough with both the explanation, the inspection, and the report.  We paid a little extra in order to get his cost estimates for each of the repairs, drawing on his experience as a licensed GC, plumber, and electrician.  These estimates were very helpful for us, definitely worth the extra we paid.  Now we know exactly what to expect out of the systems in the house, and how to prioritize repairs and maintenance within our budget.  It was money well spent.  What I like most about his approach, is he paused and talked to us either on the hour (during his 4 hour inspection) or when he found something particularly interesting.  It was a great conversation and I feel very informed.” Daniel B, Chatsworth, CA

“I have used David for two different inspections, at two different properties. I cannot say enough about how detailed he is. He is absolutely incredible! He takes the time to discuss his findings and answers any and all questions that you have. His written report is as detailed as his inspection and his recommendations for repairs can include cost estimates, if you are willing to pay an additional $200. Money well worth it, to have all the info at your fingertips. If you are in escrow, get David to check the place out. It will be literally the best money you can spend, before removing contingencies.” Heather B, Prescott, AZ

“Dave was fantastic. He was professional, thorough and fully explained his findings. I would absolutely recommend him to friends and family. If you need someone reliable, knowledgeable and honest, Dave is your guy.” Lisa G, Santa Barbara, CA

“Very thorough home inspector, with great ethics! In addition to writing a detailed report on what needed to be repaired, he was able to tell me exactly how much everything would cost to fix. Recommended for anyone who is about to purchase a home!” Elianna C, Los Angeles, CA

“If you are purchasing real estate in the Santa Barbara area and need a property inspection, CALL DAVID.  DO NOT use the inspector recommended by a real estate agent.  David is thorough, professional, and explains everything in plain English.  He works for you.”  Jim S, Arroyo Grande, CA

“We had Dave inspect our house to allay some fears we had about its condition. After doing his inspection he gave us a 44 page report which included pictures with arrows pointing out problems.  He then explained the problems in plain English and most importantly gave us a detailed priority list of the repairs including price estimates for those repairs.  The best part about it was that he both pointed out real problems we were oblivious to as well as dismiss our fears about problems we were sure would lead to expensive repairs.  We definitely recommend Dave.” TD, Santa Barbara, CA

“David was on-time, thorough and efficient. He gave us a very detailed report and the confidence we needed to proceed with the purchase.” Ron & Joanne B, Santa Barbara, CA

“This inspector has saved us from making huge mistakes in property purchases.  He is very knowledgeable and experienced.  His reports are through and complete.  He is personable and easy to work with.  Thanks, David!”  Jean P, Ventura, CA

“We remodeled our home, and after noticing obvious mistakes, we hired David to inspect it. Best thing we could have ever done!!! He is so kind, knowledgeable, and professional. He alerted us to many mistakes–some fire and structural hazards. We are so grateful to him. Because of his report, the contractor was shamed into fixing the mistakes. David even went beyond the call of duty and fixed a poorly installed shower faucet–no charge. He is an exceptional person.” Patricia G, Santa Barbara, CA

“David provided exceptional service inspecting an older house. Due to its age and many quirks, the inspection took much longer than initially expected but David “did what it took to do the job right”. He is very knowledgeable and communicates all issues clearly. We were very happy with the service provided.”  James I, Santa Barbara, CA

“Simply put, if you are a buyer, you want this guy on your team.  We have bought lots of homes in our lives and no inspection report was as thorough, and helpful as David’s.  We also opted to pay $250 more for his line-item estimate of costs to fix the 13 things he called out as unsafe, non-code, or needing replacement soon.  It would have taken us a lot of time to find all the contractors to come in and estimate on these items.  And he had his estimate and report completed within 24 hours of the inspection.  A huge help which will undoubtedly save us many multiples of his combined $725 fee.” Peter S, Helena, CA

“David did a very thorough job. As a contractor, he can really spot defects and potential problem He saved me from making a very expensive mistake, Well worth it!” Richard L, Ventura, CA

“If you are looking for a reliable inspector, David is the right person. I highly recommend him for his professionalism. He is honest, fast, on time, knowledgeable, and very experienced of what he does. Buying a brand-new house is exciting but never settle until it got inspected. David gave me the peace of mind before I could finalize my big purchase.” Jorgene G, Goleta CA

“David is professional, very knowledgeable, kind, and thorough in his work. During the inspection, he patiently explained and showed me what needs attention. Later that same day, I received his 40-page typed report (with photos) and I now have a detailed checklist to get my new home safe, healthy, and functioning properly. I would definitely recommend him to others. Thank you David!” GLC, Carpinteria, CA

“David did 2 home inspections for us.  He is incredibly thorough and will take the time to talk to about his observations and report.  That really adds to a buyer’s understanding of the problems with a home, how severe it is, and possible solutions.  He has helped us tremendously through this process.”  Judy S, Boulder, CO

“I can’t say enough about what a great job David does! My husband and I are first time home buyers so we wanted to be there for the full inspection. David walked us through his findings step by step and answered all of our questions very knowledgeably. The report that he provides (same day in our case!) is thorough, includes pictures, and is very easy to understand and navigate. I would definitely recommend Santa Barbara Home Inspector to anyone looking to buy a home in the Santa Barbara area!” Meg H, Santa Barbara, CA

“David did an amazing job.  He walked us through all of his findings as he went along and provided us with an extremely detailed written report that evening.  David was very thorough and was a pleasure to work with.” Elizabeth E, San Juan Capistrano, CA

“Dave performed as advertised. He showed up on time, worked tirelessly for five hours, and then briefed us and the realtors about his findings. He even let me tag along and gave me many useful house maintenance tips. Then I received a beautifully documented 54 page report that evening. I don’t know how he did that! Dave was not recommended by my realtor and he was so thorough that I can see why. Yet he was very fair and did not blow minor problems out of proportion.” Bill C, Santa Barbara, CA

“I’ve been through about 20 home inspections over the years and David is the best I’ve seen. Very thorough and his report was very detailed with pictures, descriptions of the problem and what would remedy the problem. I would definitely recommend him!”  Jim T, Provincetown, MA

“David was on time and provided a detailed and well written report right away. I would recommend his service to others.” Melinda G, Santa Barbara, CA

“Very knowledgeable and professional. Responds to inquiries promptly, schedules the job, shows up on time, explains everything, and is really good at finding things. Best home inspector I’ve ever worked with.”  James D, Santa Barbara, CA

“Just had two homes inspected by David and he did a great job on both. Provided very informative walk through and highly detailed inspection report. We ended up buying both properties safe in the knowledge that David had thoroughly checked all of the major structural, electrical and plumbing systems. Highly recommend.” David B, Carpinteria, CA

“My wife and I were interested in fixing up our home and wanted a good assessment so that we could create a list of priorities for the work. Since I wanted to see what needed repairs, he allowed me to walk along as he did his review and I was able to ask questions as we went through the process.  He gave me exactly what I wanted: a professional assessment, a detailed report to help us set up a priority list for repairs, and the opportunity to ask questions. I was pleasantly surprised that I didn’t need to do as much as I anticipated. It was money well spent and I would recommend him to anyone.  He lived up to his excellent website.” Robert H, Santa Barbara, CA

“David Humphrey is a very capable, sharp, and thorough home inspector. We had him come out and inspect an older Mobile Home we are buying and he was very helpful with pointing out priority repairs for buyers on a budget. Don’t buy anything in Santa Barbara before having David check it out for you. His color-coded comprehensive report with photos was delivered to my inbox inside of 24 hours. He also explained his recommendations at the time of the inspection and did not mind our tagging along and answering the many questions my Husband and I had.” Liza J, Santa Barbara, CA

“David is a highly professional individual and an excellent listener. His quote for the job was reasonable and he showed-up at our home on time. He did a very thorough job of the inspection and provided a detailed and comprehensive inspection report within 24 hours of completing the job.  We would have no hesitation in recommending him to others who need his services.” Yvon D, Santa Barbara, CA

“If you are looking for a top-notch home inspector, call David! In the last 3 months alone, we have hired David for 5+ home inspections. He is flexible, on-time, and VERY thorough. His reports are professionally done and extremely reliable. David has repeatedly gone out of his way to ensure customer satisfaction. He also insists on sitting down with our clients to go through every step of the inspection and make sure their questions are answered. We will be using David for many inspections to come.” Kyle R, Santa Barbara, CA

“Would absolutely recommend David. Great guy to work with. Did a very through job of inspecting my home before i purchased. His assessment of the house was very helpful in me making my decision. I wish more people in the home buying business were like David. He was timely and very responsive to emails and calls to boot!” Tom O, Santa Barbara, CA

“I recommend David Humphrey highly and without hesitation. He has inspected four homes for me prior to purchase, as well as one after the fact. On every occasion, he found potentially expensive and pervasive problems, in three cases, that kept me from making a home purchase in Santa Barbara I would have regretted. On the fourth and final home, he advised that it was a good house and with some small “fixes” it has proven so. When the seller of my new home hired an incompetent repairman, Dave returned to reinspect the property, pointed out the poor workmanship, (in one case on something that could have caused a house fire). He made the repairs for me at my request, as I trusted him to do them correctly. Dave has integrity, is honest, very competent, observant and thorough. He doesn’t miss a thing! When representing either a buyer or seller, or when doing a follow-up inspection, he will find any and all problems, take photos, document them and suggest correct repairs. I recommend him with confidence and hope others will discover his skills, wisdom and admirable work ethic, as well as his well-written, comprehensive and cogent reviews. His reports will help any buyer or seller make an intelligent and informed decision.” Annie K, Santa Barbara, CA