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What Homeowners Are Saying

Real stories from homeowners who wanted a better understanding before making expensive termite, crawlspace, moisture, or related repair decisions.

Nothing builds trust like hearing from homeowners who have already been where you are.

Reviews reflect individual experiences and are not a guarantee of specific outcomes. Results vary based on each homeowner’s property, proposal, documents, and circumstances.

Homeowner Review

“I honestly didn't know what to think after receiving that proposal, and I was overwhelmed. Your review made everything so much easier to understand. You explained everything clearly, pointed out things I never would have noticed, and gave me the confidence to ask questions before agreeing to thousands of dollars in work.”

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“Because of your help, I ended up saving money and avoided making a decision I would have regretted. You never tried to scare me or tell me what I should do. You simply helped me understand the information so I could make the best decision for my family. Your service was worth every penny, and I'll be recommending Before You Approve to anyone I know who gets a termite or crawlspace proposal.”

— Jennifer Collins · Midlothian, Virginia · July 2026

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“You caught a few things I never would have questioned, and it gave me the confidence to move forward knowing I was making the right decision. It's hard to find someone who's honest and not trying to sell you something, and I really appreciated that.”

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“Thanks again for helping me make a better decision. I'll definitely recommend you to my friends and family.”

— Michael Thompson · Mechanicsville, Virginia · July 2026

Real proposal outcomes

Sometimes the answer is no. Sometimes the answer is yes—but for a different reason.

These Virginia-area examples show why an independent review is valuable. Rosemary West is based in Richmond, Virginia, and Before You Approve is available to homeowners throughout the United States. The purpose is not to reject every recommendation. It is to separate documented need from unsupported expense.

Termite proposal

The proposal and available evidence were reviewed so the homeowner could understand what was documented, what still needed explanation, and which questions to ask before approving treatment.

$30,000 fumigation questioned

A new-home WDI report recommended fumigation for old-house borers and powderpost beetles. The visible damage was old and did not show current activity in the submitted information, helping the homeowner avoid an unsupported $30,000 expense.

Unnecessary treatment separated from needed work

Old termite-tunnel stains did not support another termite treatment, but the crawlspace showed a major moisture issue. The homeowner received an honest explanation of why moisture correction and encapsulation were warranted even though termite treatment was not.

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