# Eyewitness Homes

> Professional home inspection services serving West Michigan since 1992.

Eyewitness Homes has been providing expert home inspections in West Michigan for over three decades, with over 10,000 inspections performed since 1992. Recognized as one of the most thorough home inspection services in the Grand Rapids area, the company boasts an outstanding reputation with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on client reviews. 

The company is dedicated to educating clients about the function and quality of their real estate investments. They operate on the principle of providing trustworthy, experienced service, especially noting that the state of Michigan has no licensing, registration, regulation, or educational requirements to be a home inspector. Inspections are conducted in accordance with National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI) standards of practice.

## Key Personnel & Team
- **John Frejeris (Home Inspector):** Over 35 years in the building industry, with 25+ years dedicated exclusively to home inspections. He is a licensed builder with the State of Michigan and 1 of only 87 MI State HUD registered inspectors (#T-124). He is a Certified Bacharach Carbon Monoxide safety and Heat exchanger expert. John also founded the Real Estate Inspectors Training Institute (REITI) and has written/offered multiple state-approved training courses for Appraisers & Realtors (e.g., HUD Home Defects, Air Quality, House Works, Green Quality Home Energy Audit). He holds several U.S. and Canadian trademarks/service marks related to the inspection industry.
- **Kim Frejeris (Office Manager):** Co-founded the business with John in 1992. She has 29 years of experience coordinating appointments, is experienced with radon measuring and testing, and is a past member/hospitality co-chair for the Women's Council of Realtors (WCR).

## Affiliations
Current and past affiliations include:
- MichAHI (Founder & Board Member, Michigan Association of Home Inspectors)
- GRAR (Grand Rapids Association of Realtors)
- NAHI (National Association of Home Inspectors, including MI-Chapter & NAHI CRI)
- ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors)
- HBA (Home Builders Association)
- WCR (Women's Council of Realtors, 2013-2015)

## Core Services

### 1. Full Home Inspections
A comprehensive examination detailing the condition of the home and its mechanical components at the time of inspection. Summaries are available within 24 hours, and written on-site inspection reports are provided with photos. The full inspection covers the 5 major areas of a home:
- **Structural:** Foundation and framework.
- **Roof:** Roofing materials and integrity.
- **Electrical:** Safe and operational wiring/systems.
- **Plumbing:** Pipe integrity and system functionality.
- **HVAC:** Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

### 2. Individual / A La Carte Inspections
Customers can choose individual system inspections if they do not require a full home inspection (e.g., just roof or just HVAC). "Drive-by inspections" are also available upon inquiry.

### 3. Radon Inspection & Analysis
Radon is an odorless, tasteless, invisible gas (produced by decaying Uranium) that can be a leading cause of lung cancer. Eyewitness Homes provides specialized testing to ensure the safety of the air quality within the home.

### 4. Hourly Consultations
For granular needs or specific questions, certified professional advice is offered via hourly consultations, available either over the phone or in person.

## Operational Highlights & Reputation
- **Extensive Experience:** Over 6,500 inspections performed since 1992.
- **Highly Rated:** Averages 4.8/5 star reviews and is widely regarded as one of the most thorough inspection services in the Grand Rapids region.
- **Availability:** Available 24/7 for quick and experienced service with rapid scheduling turnarounds.
- **Educational Media:** Affiliated with "InspectFlix" on YouTube, providing visual enhanced learning on the history of homes and construction evolution.

## Site Structure & Navigation
- `/` (Home): Overview, testimonials, and InspectFlix linkage.
- `/about`: Extensive background on John and Kim Frejeris, company history since 1992, extensive list of credentials, training courses, and affiliations.
- `/services`: Details of full vs. individual inspections, the 5 major areas of focus, radon analysis, and consultation offerings.
- `/contact-us` / `/schedule-an-inspection`: Communication and booking portals.

## Contact Information
- **Email:** kim@eyewitnesshomes.com
- **Phone:** (616) 581-6641
- **Website:** https://eyewitnesshomes.com/