Inspector List

RE/MAX Lakes Realty always recommends inspections by appropriate structural, plumbing, and electrical professionals. Listed below is a partial list of available servicers. There are certainly others available.  RE/MAX Lakes Realty and its agents can in no way be responsible for suggesting any particular service provider, but may offer buyer assistance in procuring a provider.  RE/MAX Lakes Realty cannot be responsible for the quality or accuracy of any inspector’s work. 

Real Estate brokers and agents are not qualified to advise buyers on radon or mold treatment or their health and safety risks.  Radon is an invisible and odorless gaseous radioactive element.  Mold is a general term for visible growth of fungus, whether it is visible directly or is visible when barriers, such as building components (for example, walls) or furnishings are removed.  An updated radon test is always recommended, and that because mold may be present in areas not viewable, that the buyer is recommended to also perform due diligence in inspecting for the presence of mold.

HOME INSPECTIONS

CW Property Inspections, LLC (Clint Wilkerson)

(760) 201-7622 clint@cwinspectionservices.com

Front Porch Home Inspections (John Izard)

712-363-2436  oizzy1@smunet.net

Home Inspections Done Right (Steve Cook)

515-341-4499  stevencook1960@yahoo.com

Gordon Home Service LLC (Bob Gordon)

712-330-6544

H&L Enterprises (James Humphrey)

712-338-2357  hliowagreatlakes@live.com

Lakes Home Inspections (Tim Miller)

712-291-1290

Northwest Iowa Home Inspection (Alan Ditsworth)

712-330-5817  alan@nwiahomeinspection.com

CSI Okoboji (Michael Dunn)

712-291-1015  csiokoboji@gmail.com

Home Inspections Done Well (Tom Higgins)

 tandb730j@msn.com

Prudent Property Inspections

712-540-4165  dennis@prudentpi.com

www.prudentpi.com

Jensen Home Inspection (Jeremy Jensen)

712-330-6758   jensenhomeinspection@outlook.com

Jonas Home Inspection (John Jonas)

507-360-9435   john@jonashomeinspections.com

David Booth Inspections

712.339.1168        okobojihi@gmail.com

 

 

ELECTRICIANS 

Willette Electric

712-330-8072

Daly Electric (Pat Daly)

712-330-0770

Phillips Electric

712-330-2103

Kenison Electric (Tom Kenison)

712-332-7291

Shaw LaDoux

712-320-7453

 

PLUMBERS

Comfortec Plumbing & Heating

712-336-5431

Marchand Plumbing & Heating (Ron Marchand)

712-330-8717

Excel Plumbing & Heating (Jerod Arrowood)

712-338-4484

Tom’s Plumbing & Heating (Rob Ritzer)

712-332-2426

Vos Plumbing & Heating (Gary Vos)

712-332-7981

UPKEEP Plumbing and Heating

712-338-2292

 

RADON

The Radon Guy (Matt Popken)

712-209-1203

Jim Butler

712-330-0508

 

 

Get In Touch

Local Expert Updates

Brooke Jones

Cell: 641.420.2172

Greg Sheeler

Cell: 712.330.1573

Janie Eick

Cell: 712.339.0574

Kymm Jones

Cell: 712.320.6737

Community Updates

Cheap vs high end quality. A buyer's perspective.

Cheap vs high end quality.  A buyer's perspective. in The

Here's the scenario. You are building a house or remodeling your house. Material costs are up. Labor costs are up. You ask yourself, where can I save a buck? Before answering this question, you must be careful, especially if your home is located in an area where other quality homes are built, whether on the lake, off the lake, or in higher valued developments such as golf course developments, etc. Growing up in construction and with a plethora of new construction and remodels under my belt, let me share with you some of the easy things that your future buyers will recognize when they are looking for quality.
1. One of the first things buyers of higher end homes will look for is to determine if the owner used hollow core doors. It's an immediate sign that the seller was looking for ways to save money (where else then did they cut back that I can't see???)
2. The second most obvious is the counter tops. Did the sellers spend for a quality granite, quartz, or other hard surface, or was formica used?
3. The third item that might stick out is the cabinetry. Do the drawers have dovetail construction with hardwoods? Did they use "soft close" drawers? Are there pull outs for the pots and pans?
4. Flooring is an easy one also. Was laminate used, or is it engineered or hardwoods? Does the carpet convey a quality feel and plushness? Is there a nice thick pad underneath the carpet?
5. Though there are many other items to look at, cheap vs quality lighting and plumbing fixtures are probably the next major focus.

There is nothing wrong with with using lower cost materials, especially when trying to keep a project within budget, especially when trying to build more house for less money. Just be aware that most buyers looking to spend in excess of $300k for off lake homes and $500+ for East Lake chain homes, and $1M+ for West and Big Spirit will expect the very best materials and finishes.

Los Pueblos

Los Pueblos in Arnolds Park

Los Pueblos is a family owned business known for serving some of the best food around with a very festive atmosphere. Enjoy one of their famous margaritas while you munch on some chips and salsa. Whether you are in the mood for enchiladas, burritos, fajitas, or fish tacos, they have something the whole family can enjoy!

Real Estate and MLS Homes For Sale in Arnolds Park

Lisa's Bakery

Lisa's Bakery in Spirit Lake

New to Spirit Lake is Lisa's Bakery. We have heard wonderful reviews of her caramel and cinnamon rolls and has a variety of other bakery goods. Set up for convenience, Lisa’s Bakery also offers a variety of take and bake meals for the busy working family or a nice break for the stay at home mom who wants a healthy satisfying meal for her family without having to be in the kitchen for hours. This place is all about convenience with a new fun twist on getting home cooked meals from Lisa's table to yours.

Real Estate and MLS Homes For Sale in Spirit Lake

Subscribe To Our Newsletter