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Chris Melanson, CPI

★★★★★ 5/5

Certified Professional Inspector

Sussex & SW NB

chris.melanson@abuyerschoice.com
506-650-2411
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Chris Melanson, CPI

Serving Quispamsis, Sussex, Saint John and surrounding areas.

Chris Melanson: Your A Buyers Choice home inspector in the Sussex & SW NB and surrounding areas!

Need a Home Inspection throughout Sussex & SW NB and surrounding communities? Chris Melanson of A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections is waiting to serve you! Chris is fully trained and experienced in all aspects of home inspections. Whatever inspection services you need, Chris is fully qualified.

Whatever building or home inspection services you need, give Chris a call. They’re happy to help!

Chris’s Services:
  • Residential Home Inspections
  • Commercial Building Inspections
  • Pre Sale Home Inspections for Seller
  • Seasonal Maintenance Inspections
  • New Home Warranty Inspections Services
  • Advisory Services
  • Radon Presence Survey
  • WETT Certified Inspector

Certifications:

Carson Dunlop Residential Training
ABCHI Training Academy
InterNACHI Certification

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Additional Areas Serviced

  • Sussex
  • SW New Brunswick
  • Saint John
  • Quispamsis

Here's what our clients are saying.

We rely heavily on community support and referrals and the best way to do that is by doing great work. Check out what some of our recent clients are saying.

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The value of a detail oriented home inspector is immense. We had no alarming issues, but we now have a detailed plan and learned some valuable tips all related to long term homeMaintenance. It was worth every single penny.
Chris Claessen
Chris Claessen
5 years ago
Chris performed a very thorough inspection and went over all details after the inspection was complete. We received the full inspection report in a very timely manner. All of our questions were answered to satisfaction. I highly recommend A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspection!!
Colin Fairfax
Colin Fairfax
5 years ago
Chris took his time and explained everything to myself and my wife. He answered all of our questions very patiently. It really helped us to be confident in our decision to buy our home.
David Speed
David Speed
5 years ago
Great work! Timely and responsive. We are buying a house from across the country so it was very important that we have good communication. They did an excellent job!
thedrakefamily63
thedrakefamily63
a month ago
Chris was wonderful to work with and provided us with all the information we need to feel confident in our home purchase and knowing exactly what needs to be worked on immideately and in the future. Thanks Chris!
Kirstin Duffley
Kirstin Duffley
a month ago
Always exceptional work when dealing with Chris.He is extremely detailed in his reports and my clients are always happy with how much information and advice they receive.
Janelle Oakes
Janelle Oakes
a month ago
Chris was very thorough and knowledgeable in inspecting our future home. He answered all of our questions, explained everything clearly, and provided us with a detailed report. Would definitely recommend him!
Krista McCarthy
Krista McCarthy
a month ago
Chris is incredibly knowledgeable and pays attention to even the minutest of details. I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a seamless, professional and quality experience.
Kudakwashe Nyamuchiwa
Kudakwashe Nyamuchiwa
2 months ago
Chris was very efficient and effective with his inspection. Post inspection, we sat down and discussed the property inspection report in detail, followed by Q&A and additional tips for home maintenance. I would highly recommend Chris and Buyers Choice Home Inspections.
Adam Green
Adam Green
3 months ago
Always quick to respond and perform Inspections
Michael Dempsey
Michael Dempsey
5 months ago
We had our inspection done while out of province. Chris was professional and great to deal with. He was able to accommodate a quick inspection timeframe. His report was detailed and gave us a better understanding of the home.
Natalie Brardinelli
Natalie Brardinelli
5 months ago
I am a professional REALTOR® and I work with Chris Melanson on a regular basis. He is amazing at his job! He never misses anything and he has great communication with REALTOR®‘s and buyers. I’d never hesitate to recommend Chris.
Elizabeth Spragg
Elizabeth Spragg
5 months ago
I used Chris as the inspector for the purchase of my own home, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! Chris is incredibly thorough and leaves no stone unturned during his inspections. What sets him apart is his ability to break down complex issues in a way that is easy to understand, making the process much less overwhelming. I trust him completely and always recommend him to my clients when they need a reliable, professional inspector. If you're looking for someone who is detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and communicative, Chris is the one to call!
Maddie Goodwin
Maddie Goodwin
6 months ago
Chris was thorough and gave a detailed report. Bonus points for promptly answering questions a week after the inspection was performed
fraser todd
fraser todd
6 months ago
I would give him 10 stars if I could!Fantastic serviceVery thoroughExplained everything very well and answered all questions!Thank you Chris!
Katie Pain
Katie Pain
7 months ago
I highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for an honest realistic inspection. He was great to work with, answered any questions. He is quite knowledgeable and had advice to share when asked.Chris is a great choice!
Kelly X
Kelly X
8 months ago
Chris was nice, professional and very thorough in his inspection. He took his time going through the report with us and made sure we understood all the details. He was very accommodating of our schedule as well. Overall great experience, definitely recommend!
Courtney Halsall
Courtney Halsall
8 months ago
Chris was helpful throughout the process, clearly communicated, and took a serious approach to my inspection. Buying property is a very big investment and I received important information I needed to make a good decision. He was able to schedule at a convenient time. He provided complete, understandable written comments and he answered my spoken questions, too, when I was unfamiliar with something. I highly recommend him.
Jennifer Braswell
Jennifer Braswell
9 months ago
David Melanson is a thorough, patient, and professional inspector. I have recommended David to my clients for both residential and commercial transactions, and they have been very happy with his services. He is meticulous in his inspections, always discovering important details without causing unnecessary alarm. David’s calm and reassuring approach makes him a standout professional in his field. Highly recommended!
Nur Sati
Nur Sati
10 months ago
Chris took time to explain his findings to us, and make recommendations. The report is very well laid out, making it easy to prioritize the items.
Fabricio B.
Fabricio B.
12 months ago
Chris was very thorough and explained all issues found. I will definitely use him again.
BettyJane Robertson
BettyJane Robertson
12 months ago
We had a great experience with Chris! He was very knowledgeable and professional. I would recommend him in the future for my clients to use.
Katrina McIvor
Katrina McIvor
12 months ago
Very detailed and through with their inspection!
Meghan Daigle
Meghan Daigle
a year ago
Chris’ work is very thorough and the report he provides is great. Highly recommend.
Victor menezes
Victor menezes
a year ago
Chris is always my #1 Home Inspector to refer to buyers. Chris is very thorough, knowledgeable and explains issues to clients so they understand the importance and urgency of every issue. Highly recommend!
Kimberley Shaw
Kimberley Shaw
a year ago
Chris helped us a lot to look for the defects of our house. He is very professional and goes above and beyond. His service will greatly help you save money if you think about. Highly recommended.
Reymond Purugganan
Reymond Purugganan
a year ago
Great choice for a home inspection! Provided excellent service and was very knowledgeable and professional in all areas. Would recommend for anyone looking to gain a thorough inspection.
Eric Rodrigues
Eric Rodrigues
a year ago
Chris, is definitely a go to inspector when you want a quick response and a high quality job completed. He is very good explaining to clients what the results of the property and explains it in a way the new potential home owner can understand. I would highly recommend Chris for your inspection needs.Shaun CampbellKeller Williams Capital Realty
Shaun Campbell
Shaun Campbell
a year ago
We had Chris Melanson at buyers choice home inspections do are inspection for 3of our homes and we are completely happy with the way way Chris did things.Chris was very easy to talk to about his inspection and he took a lot of his time explaining things.Chris was very conscientious of everything,and we appreciate everything he did.Thank you Chris!!!
susan sohn
susan sohn
a year ago
Chris was knowledgable and very helpful in our decision making process
Geoff deJong
Geoff deJong
a year ago
Chris was very easy to deal with and provided a very detailed professional inspection on short notice. He is also very easy to contact and made himself available after normal hours to provide us with answers to our questions and further advice. We would highly recommend him.
Tim
Tim
a year ago
Harjeet Singh
Harjeet Singh
a year ago
Jada Smith
Jada Smith
a year ago
Konnor Bourgeois
Konnor Bourgeois
a year ago
Chris has done two inspections for me now, both of which saved me an untold number of future headaches. He is impeccably thorough, professional, and knowledgeable. He happily stayed with me long after the inspection was complete to answer all of my many questions and was just friendly and respectful to boot. Undeniably worth the money - I will never consider purchasing a home without an inspection.
Logan Carr (contractor)
Logan Carr (contractor)
a year ago
Chris is very thorough, quick to respond and extremely knowledgeable. He's also very personable and professional. We would definitely employ his services again
Jannine Rainey
Jannine Rainey
a year ago
Chris is very professional and trustworthy. He helped me inspect 2 houses recently. He is very efficient and covers not only the key items but also all the details and patiently explain it to me. I would highly recommend him for house inspection.
Jingjun Li
Jingjun Li
a year ago
As a first time homebuyer with a quickly-approaching closing date, Chris calmed my nerves by being responsive, knowledgeable, and reliable. He provided a detailed home inspection report and walked through it with me. Couldn't be happier with him. Thanks, Chris!
Erch
Erch
a year ago
Thank you Chris for such a professional job done. We are grateful we met you.
olabode makanjuola
olabode makanjuola
a year ago
Well worth the money for the peace of mind. Chris was efficient and thorough. Took the time to explain his findings. The detailed report was comprehensive, easy to access and understand.It was a pleasure dealing with Chis and we could easily see why he came so highly recommended.
Beth Banks
Beth Banks
a year ago
Professionally executed and quick to start. Highly recommend!!
J Davis
J Davis
a year ago
Excellent experience, great communication lots of detail in the report and realistic advice in terms of what to prioritize. Possible costs and add on issues etc. i whole heartedly recommend.
Neville Layne
Neville Layne
a year ago
Chris made a very thorough inspection on short notice to help us meet the closing date for our purchase. Been told he's known as the "Deal-Breaker" for some realtors, so if you're making the inspection conditional, he'll find whatever issues there are if any are to be found.
Mitchell Boutilier
Mitchell Boutilier
a year ago
Chris was down-to-earth and helpful. Seems level-headed.
Stephen Kent Roney
Stephen Kent Roney
a year ago
Very professional, well worth getting your house inspected prior to buying. The inspector very friendly and informative.
Sandra Fraser
Sandra Fraser
2 years ago
Super detailed home inspection and very friendly.
Nick Kristie
Nick Kristie
2 years ago
Chris was very easy to work with and was very helpful in answering all of our questions. He made himself available throughout the buying process if any questions were to come up later which is super appreciative. He delivered a very detailed report that we will continue to reference as we update our home. Thanks for your help, Chris!
Janessa Gray
Janessa Gray
2 years ago
Chris Melanson did our home inspection before buying our first home. He was responsive to emails, did a thorough inspection and provided a detailed report to us by the following day. We showed up at the end and he took his time going through his findings and answering all our questions. He did not rush us out the door and even had a great sense of humor. We highly recommend this business and Chris.
Cari Mitchell
Cari Mitchell
2 years ago
Chris was fantastic! Very thorough and informative.
Lynn Deuville
Lynn Deuville
2 years ago
I cannot say enough good things about my experience! Chris was knowledgeable, professional and thorough! He spent a lot of time walking us around the property and explaining everything that he had included on the home inspection in great detail. I would highly recommend this company!
Jade Kay
Jade Kay
2 years ago
Extremely thorough. Very professional and efficient. I highly recommend!
Alison Vallis
Alison Vallis
2 years ago
Very friendly, and very professional to work with. Took the time to answer all our questions.
Pierrette Kondas
Pierrette Kondas
2 years ago
Prompt and professional service, would recommend
Keith Laskey
Keith Laskey
2 years ago
Chris Melanson was great. He was super thorough and explained everything in great detail to us. He answered any questions that we had and also gave us an extensive report that helped us make the right decision. I would highly recommend this business to anyone that is looking for a home inspection.
Emilee Armstrong
Emilee Armstrong
2 years ago
I could not have been more pleased with the inspection that Chris did. His paperwork was very detailed, and thorough, flagging many concerns and considerations. He was quick to respond when communicating and extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the job. He was flexible, competent, and made the entire process painless. I highly recommend hiring Chris Melanson from A Buyer's Choice to take care of your home inspection.
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2 years ago
Awesome experience. Technically strong and explained issues in easy to understand way.
robert youden
robert youden
3 years ago
Chris did a fantastic and thorough job on our inspection. He gave a very detailed report and provided a lot of suggestions as to what sorts of potential fixes for each we could look into.His electrical background makes him an asset and I would absolutely use Chris in a heartbeat for another inspection.
Corey
Corey
3 years ago
Mary-Ellen Landry
Mary-Ellen Landry
3 years ago
Jocilyn Gorman
Jocilyn Gorman
3 years ago
Chris was very professional and thorough with our home inspection. He went over everything in great detail and made sure all of our questions were answered. He gave advice and recommendations on how we could fix/improve things and suggested cheaper alternatives that would end in the same result as a more expensive option. Highly recommended.
jeremy brideau
jeremy brideau
3 years ago
Chris was extremely accurate and thorough. He was easy to talk to and patient while answering all of our questions. We highly recommend him and would absolutely hire him again to do a home inspection before purchasing our next home. We'd never buy a car without a proper safety check, so we can't imagine buying a home without a proper home inspection either. Chris perfectly accomplished that.
Carole Goulet
Carole Goulet
3 years ago
Chris took great care in the inspection of our new home. Any issues that he found (they were minimal) he took the time to explain what caused the issue and what steps were needed to correct the situation. We would highly recommend his services to anyone purchasing a home in the area.
darlene stanley
darlene stanley
3 years ago
Always professional, always on time, always good with clients. Highly recommend.
Three Rivers Realtors Coldwell Banker Select Realty
Three Rivers Realtors Coldwell Banker Select Realty
3 years ago
Kaitlin Campbell
Kaitlin Campbell
3 years ago
My family had a excellent experience with Chris. He was able to do our last minute house inspection with very little lead time. His report was very thorough and very professional. I will definitely recommend to friends and family.
Andrew Woodcock
Andrew Woodcock
3 years ago
Chris is knowledgeable, honest, thorough,And a professional. Thank you !
Marion Martellacci
Marion Martellacci
3 years ago
jarrett gendron
jarrett gendron
3 years ago
Chris is very professional and sincere person.
Raj G
Raj G
3 years ago
Yemi
Yemi
3 years ago
5 stars all the way around⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chris went above and beyond,the inspection was thoroughly done and any questions we had Chris responded to with professionalism, and care you couldn't get a better inspection by an awesome guy! Thank you Chris 😊😊😊
Karen “Kairebear”
Karen “Kairebear”
3 years ago
Chris is very knowledgeable and great with delivering the results to his clients. Definitely highly recommend him for property inspection services.
Ted McShane
Ted McShane
3 years ago
Chris did our inspection with the utmost professionalism, a true class act.
Howard Macmillan
Howard Macmillan
4 years ago
Very organised and did a thorough inspection. Received pictures with explanation of the findings. Very personable and took time to answer my many questions. Would definitely recommend.
Jennifer Wheaton
Jennifer Wheaton
4 years ago
The Inspector is very kind and patient to answer to the Buyer's questions. His job is well done. The inspection report is detailed and quickly available.
AT VO
AT VO
4 years ago
Chris arranged and conducted a home inspection promptly and professionally. Thanks to his diligence we were able to recoup more than the cost of his fees as he identified a problem which we were able to use to negotiate a reduced price with the seller. His thorough report also gave us peace of mind that our new home is in great shape. We highly recommend him.
Hazel Webb
Hazel Webb
4 years ago
We were very impressed with the knowledge and professional advice provided to us following inspection. The inspector spent a long time going over everything with us and was very thorough and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend them.
Anna Saindon
Anna Saindon
4 years ago
Chris was recommended to us by our realtor and I would not hesitate to recommend Chris to anyone needing a house inspection. He was very thorough and he walked me through everything that was of concern. Also, he is very pleasant to work with.
Kathryn Jankowski
Kathryn Jankowski
4 years ago
Kimberley Ann
Kimberley Ann
4 years ago
Chris was very thorough and knowledgeable. Answered any questions I had. Would reccomend him any time.
Connor McDonough
Connor McDonough
4 years ago
Chris was reliable, knowledgeable, friendly, and willing answer questions. Would hire again no hesitation. The included report is a good todo list for our new home to keep it in shape into the future.
Jarrett Totton
Jarrett Totton
4 years ago
Charlene Goguen
Charlene Goguen
4 years ago
Thank you so much for getting us in so quickly and doing such a thorough inspection along with recommendions!
Debbie Palmer
Debbie Palmer
4 years ago
Very professional and provided a quality service. Would recommend to anyone purchasing a home.
Mike Gray
Mike Gray
4 years ago
Jane Kyle
Jane Kyle
4 years ago
Chris did a great job on our building inspection. Very detailed report and answered all of our questions. Would highly recommend.
Ann Monich
Ann Monich
4 years ago
Corey Thiel
Corey Thiel
4 years ago
Alida Satalic
Alida Satalic
4 years ago
As a Realtor I require a team of professionals I can count on to help my buyer make an informed decision to proceed with a sale and Chris has always met and exceeded my expectations and that of my clients. Reports are timely and clients feel they can proceed with confidence. Highly recommend this service
Liane Daigle
Liane Daigle
4 years ago
Andrew Jones
Andrew Jones
4 years ago
Chris is an excellent inspector and very thorough. His attention to detail makes his report meaningful to my clients. He is balanced in his end of inspection review with my clients.
Paul Bustin
Paul Bustin
4 years ago
Chelsea Mantle
Chelsea Mantle
4 years ago
Great inspector, found all the issues, clients were impressed!!! Highly recommend!
Peter Coughlan
Peter Coughlan
4 years ago
Chris Melanson was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. He facilitated our request for a Radon test. We couldn't be happier with the information he provided in order for us to make an informed decision about buying our home.
Tammy Waldron
Tammy Waldron
4 years ago
Rejean Larivee
Rejean Larivee
4 years ago
Chris was awesome to deal with !! I would refer anybody I know looking to buy a new home .. you won’t be disappointed ...
Leanne Roman
Leanne Roman
4 years ago
Penni Eisenhauer
Penni Eisenhauer
4 years ago
Chris was very knowledgeable, personable and professional. Recommend him to anyone needing a home inspection.
Andrew Kalbhenn
Andrew Kalbhenn
5 years ago
Mandy Mullin
Mandy Mullin
5 years ago
Dealt directly with Chris, did an in depth inspection for us as we were out of town due to covid rules and traveling chaos. Massive report outlining just about everything. Its like we were walking around with him in the unit. Videos as well, plus his extensive knowledge what needs to be repaired etc was an added bonus. Thanks again Chris.
Joel Langkopf
Joel Langkopf
5 years ago
The value of a detail oriented home inspector is immense. We had no alarming issues, but we now have a detailed plan and learned some valuable tips all related to long term homeMaintenance. It was worth every single penny.
Chris Claessen
Chris Claessen
5 years ago
Chris performed a very thorough inspection and went over all details after the inspection was complete. We received the full inspection report in a very timely manner. All of our questions were answered to satisfaction. I highly recommend A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspection!!
Colin Fairfax
Colin Fairfax
5 years ago
Chris took his time and explained everything to myself and my wife. He answered all of our questions very patiently. It really helped us to be confident in our decision to buy our home.
David Speed
David Speed
5 years ago
Great work! Timely and responsive. We are buying a house from across the country so it was very important that we have good communication. They did an excellent job!
thedrakefamily63
thedrakefamily63
a month ago
Chris was wonderful to work with and provided us with all the information we need to feel confident in our home purchase and knowing exactly what needs to be worked on immideately and in the future. Thanks Chris!
Kirstin Duffley
Kirstin Duffley
a month ago
Always exceptional work when dealing with Chris.He is extremely detailed in his reports and my clients are always happy with how much information and advice they receive.
Janelle Oakes
Janelle Oakes
a month ago
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