Square Box - Garage Builders & Home Construction

All 2 of the one and two-star reviews we hold for Square Box - Garage Builders & Home Construction, most recent first.

• 2 out of 5Tamsin Sloots6 years ago

  We bought our house about a year ago, and our realtor suggested Scott inspect, after another inspector fell through. I was wary of taking her suggestion, and should have taken my feelings more seriously. Scott missed a large amount of pretty significant problems, only highlighting some surface level and minor issues with the house. Once he was at the house he, he did not get on the roof (though his website says he does that) and we have recently discovered some thousand $$ of work to be done up there as well. He also claimed he could not see how the house is insulated, missing a door in the closet which gives access to the attic area. Definitely offers the most high-tech report you can find in Sydney, nicely formatted with pictures, but beware of the bells and whistles.

  Reply from the business

  Hi there! Sorry to hear that you were not satisfied with my service. It sounds likes like some areas of your home were not accessible during the inspection. Please feel free to reach out to discuss this further.

• 2 out of 5Dany Roy7 years ago

  I don't want to start something here... but warning! We have been very lucky that another buyer was waiting to buy our house. On the report he was saying that the windows were not egress, but obviously he doesn't know the building code, that requires 3.77 sq ft (542 sq in ns code) of opening, no dimensions H or V less than 15 in and not be higher than 1.5m above the floor. So the size of those windows were very good. He also said that the oil tank (2.36 mm thick, steel, indoor with oil line at the bottom) will need to be replace next year but this tank is good until 2031. Moreover I sent him a few polite messages to be able to talk with him but he never reply. A week after the next buyer had the house inspected by another inspector and all is fine! So now that you are aware you can do whatever you want with my info! Dany

  Reply from the business

  Hi Dany, I am sorry to hear that you are unhappy. Typically reviews are reserved for people that have actually been clients. I will however reply to your concerns. The windows that you are speaking of did not meet egress standards in NS as they were not operational at the time of the inspection. Windows must be able to open with no special tools needed. These windows did not open. With regards to your oil tank, it was manufactured in 2006 and was a single walled metal tank located outside. My advice to my client was to verify the insurability of the tank. MOST insurance companies will require this tank to be upgraded. Insurability of an oil tank is an individual decision of the insurance company. Perhaps your insurance company would insure the tank until 2031, but this was not necessarily the case for my client. I am glad to hear that your house has sold. This is always in the best interest of everyone involved. My goal is never to “throw” a sale, but simply to advise my clients of all of the good and the bad in each house I inspect. My clients were very happy with my service that day.

• rental property inspections4
• accurate inspection3
• garage construction3
• promptness2
• responsiveness2
• quality of work2
• thoroughness2
• issue identification2
• advice2
• communication2

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• 5 out of 5Matthew Moorea month ago

  Excellent communication and top notch work. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality construction work or home inspections.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Matt! It was a pleasure working for you.

• 5 out of 5AJ MacIsaaca year ago

  We recently had a garage built by Scott and his team at Square Box. It was an awesome experience. Scott is very knowledgeable and professional. We were very happy with the garage. We would definitely recommend anyone who's interested in having a garage built to reach out to Square Box! A++

  Reply from the business

  Thanks AJ! Much appreciated! We are glad you are so happy with your garage!!

• 5 out of 5Brian Watsona year ago

  Scott and his crew were very professional while building our 24x24 garage. Job site was cleaned up after they finished and the job was very well done, would highly recommend him to build your garage.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks so much Brian! It was a pleasure to work with you.

• 5 out of 5Tony Deveauxa year ago

  Scott exceeded my expectations and I am very pleased with my new garage. He built exactly what I wanted. He also fixed a few things on the exterior of my house while he was here! I would strongly recommend Scott and Square Box Garage Builders for any project, he went over and above and now I have the exact garage I wanted.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks so much Tony! We are so happy to hear you were happy with our service.

• 5 out of 5Elwyn Peters2 years ago

  I highly recommend Square Box Home Services. Scott responded quickly with an estimate for a long standing sunroom leak. They fit me in before winter. Professional and easy communication.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Elwyn!!

• 5 out of 5Roscoe Wilk3 years ago

  Scott was great to work with on our home inspection. He was reliable, provided a very detailed and accurate home inspection all at fair price. I would recommend any services from square box.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Roscoe!

• 5 out of 5Sara Lamond5 years ago

  Scott has performed multiple inspections for us, both commercial and residential. He is very thorough and professional and his inspections are invaluable in identifying potential issues with properties. Reporting is excellent, lots of photos and description of the property condition. We highly recommend Square Box and will return for our next property purchase.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Sara! It was a pleasure working with you!

• 5 out of 5Randy Stonewall5 years ago

  Scott saved me from buying a money pit. He was kind, punctual, professional and explained everything in a down to earth manner. His inspection report was very thorough. I have a friend who is an expert contractor look over the report and advised me NOT to buy the house because it needed SO much work. Best $400 I ever spent, I’d be happy to use him again for my next inspection.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Randy! Best of luck in the future!

• 5 out of 5Peter MacDonald5 years ago

  I had Scott inspect a heating system and he was able to identify several issues and provide excellent advice. A real pleasure to work with.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Peter!

• 5 out of 5Subin Rajendran5 years ago

  Scott was very prompt and responsive throughout the home inspection process (July 2020). Very accessible through phone or texts for queries before and after inspection report (very detailed with lots of pictures) was provided to us. He was on site for the inspection for more than 2 hours and provided patient and detailed explanations to queries. He gave us the confidence to move forward with the home purchase. We recommend his services.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Subin! Best of luck with your purchase.

• 5 out of 5JONO Athletics6 years ago

  Scott offers a detailed and honest look at whatever you maybe selling or buying. It’s a no brainer to go with his services. 👌🏻 …

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  Reply from the business

  Thanks Josh!

• 5 out of 5Matthew Best6 years ago

  We have used Scott for multiple home inspections. His insight and knowledge around a home has been invaluable in our purchasing decisions. Highly Recommended!

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Matt! Always a pleasure working with you.

• 5 out of 5ashley graham6 years ago

  Scott is extremely thorough and professional!

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Ashley!

• 5 out of 5Alicia MacDonald7 years ago

  Awesome! Loved the visual report, very detailed and informative.

  Reply from the business

  Thanks Alicia!