Meet The Founder
Top Notch Home Inspection has been serving North and Central New Jersey since 2007. Our founder, James Ciatto, began his career in the home inspection industry in 2002, bringing a strong foundation in construction and customer service.
Through hard work, dedication, and a commitment to raising the standard of home inspections, the company has grown steadily over the years. Today, our team conducts more than 1,000 inspections annually, supported by experienced inspectors and office professionals—all focused on delivering an exceptional experience for every client.
68 Garden Road Little Silver, NJ 07739
NJ License #24GI00062100
New Jersey's Premier Inspection Services
Inspection Services
- Pre-Listing Inspections
- Buyer's Inspections
- Commercial Inspections
Also Offered
- Radon Testing
- Termite Inspections
- Oil Tank Sweeps
- Sewer and Septic
- Chimney Inspections
- Pool Inspections
- Mold Testing
- Asbestos Testing
The Best Modern Report in the Industry
While we encourage our clients to walk through the home with us, we understand that’s not always possible. Regardless of whether or not you attend the inspection, we will compile a comprehensive Spectora report, which includes all of the information you need to determine the condition of the home.
Customer Reviews
Check Out Our Testimonials
- Just wanted to share that Lee from Top Notch was fantastic when going through my home inspection. She took plenty of time to go over the home with me and described everything in a straightforward way, highlighting what was a real concern and what could be prioritized as secondary. The actual home report was extremely detailed and will prove useful for years to come as an upgrade list. Would thoroughly recommend and think the price was a great value.read moreread lessChristopher Hurni7/17/2026The convenience of all the inspectors showing up the sewer line the home inspection, termite inspection, and a tank sweep saved a lot of time and multiple trips to the property. All five of the representatives I dealt with were very courteous And knowledgeable explained what they were doing and what their findings were along with me receiving everything in emails money well spentread moreread lessRoss Deegan7/14/2026What can I say ... Top Notch did a top notch job! We've had home inspections over the past few decades - they always felt like a check-the-box waste of time/money.Lee at Top Notch provided a whole other level of attention to detail - walking around during the inspection there was more focus on things to consider rather than just going through the motions and doing enough to build a report PDF.Top Notch also coordinated with the specialist inspectors (sewer line, pest, and pool) so it was an easy process, good value, and peace of mind type result.read moreread lessTom Bruno7/13/2026
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- Top Notch was wonderful to work with. They were professional and accommodating. Even when our first real estate deal fell through, they were understanding and flexible. The day of our actual inspection, Carl was punctual and extremely knowledgeable. Everything about the home was explained on site. The report was completed in a timely manor and easy to read.. Everyone else that arrived from the team was just as great. I would recommend Top Notch to everyone!read moreread lessMeredith Fishelman7/08/2026I was so pleased, & appreciated the service from Top Notch Home Inspections. The office staff (Barb), and the Home Inspector assigned to me were so terrific. They were very thorough, professional, experienced, and communicative every step of the way! The experience was easy, and exceptional, and I highly recommend!read moreread lessLisa Morra7/08/2026
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- Loved working with Top Notch. My wife and I have used them for two different homes that we purchased. Both times, have had great experiences. Inspectors were very knowledgeable, and the office was great at coordinating all of the inspections and making some adjustments on the fly.read moreread lessCosmo Azzoline6/23/2026
- Best company for my first home inspection!! 100% recommend they are so professional, very detailed, helpful and honestly very affordable for all they do. The report was done very quickly too. I will defiantly use this company again for future inspections on other properties!!read moreread lessJay Beltran6/16/2026
- We had an excellent experience with Mike at Top Notch Home Inspection. He was professional, thorough, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything in a way that was easy to understand. Barb was wonderful as well, she handled the arrangements and was helpful, friendly and delightful. We highly recommend Top Notch Inspection to anyone needing a home inspection. Thank you, Serina Marini Rubertoread moreread lessSerina Marini6/07/2026
- Top Notch did a fantastic job during our home inspection. They were thorough and very open and informative with any questions or concerns that me and my wife had during the inspection. I would highly recommend them to anybody who needs a home inspection and especially Rich who was a great guy and did a great job.read moreread lessJohn Franchini6/01/2026
- Top Notch Home Inspection services are "TOP NOTCH"! Professional, thorough, informative, and the provided inspection report format is second to none. Their associate affiliates, tank sweep and chimney inspection services were equally as informative and made our purchase much less stressful when having the peace of mind knowing what your purchasing. I also believe TNHI reports helped my wife an I negotiate the necessary credits for repairs. Lastly, the staff at TNHI, specifically Barbara in our case, was prompt, friendly, and patient with all of our needs. We highly recommend TNHI for your home inspection needs.read moreread lessRobert Stephenson5/26/2026
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- Top Notch provided an in depth home inspection report for a recent purchase I made. I was referred to this company and it's quite easy to understand why. I reached out and was on schedule within an hour of my request. An earlier opening became available and they partnered with my real estate agent to make sure I was prioritized. I got a full detail inspection report ahead of schedule and they didn't skip a beat. Thank you Lee and Barb for your incredible service.read moreread lessSanti5/06/2026
- Top Notch was super thorough and did a great job inspecting the home we had put an offer on. Richard was super helpful and explained everything to us, and provided a detailed report highlighting anything of concern. We felt confident going into the purchase. Highly recommended!!read moreread lessMarshall Cohen5/04/2026
- It's a family thing. Carl did an inspection a few years ago for my daughter and with his keen eye spotted a discrepancy that may have cost her 10's of thousands of dollars to remedy. I had to have him do my home I was buying. I premade a punch list as an experienced home builder. Carl found a few items I missed. It's why it is a great idea to get another set of eyes. Outstanding job and worth every penny.read moreread lessDave Patterson5/02/2026
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- Rich was awesome! He did a very thorough inspection of our home and made sure we were informed throughout the process. The report was delivered in a very timely and organized format. Barbara was also a pleasure to work with in coordinating the multiple inspections. Would recommend getting the sewer scope in addition to the home inspection.read moreread lessRob G4/19/2026
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- Everyone at Top Notch was great to work with and I was really happy with the comprehensive and detailed reports that they provided. I have used three other home inspection companies in the area in the recent past that were “good enough” to get the deal closed, but I found Top Notch to absolutely distinguish themselves among the rest. After navigating the fast-paced chase of the real estate market I think people just want something that feels straightforward; Top Notch is definitely the go-to/look-no-further for home inspection services. Barb and Lee are excellent communicators and Carl could (should!) have his own show on HGTV with his vast knowledge and goodnatured vibe. I would recommend Top Notch to anyone in the process of a real estate transaction- it’s a seamless process, they are friendly, and they help you to get to know your home in a clear and organized way. What more could a homeowner ask for? Five stars!read moreread lessJennifer S4/06/2026
- We had a great experience with Top Notch from start to finish! Barbara was very quick and helpful with scheduling, and keeps all parties in the loop so nothing falls through the cracks. They hooked us up with other inspectors as needed (septic and tank sweep). And Carl was extremely thorough, knowledgeable, and courteous, to us and the homeowner! He gave us the scoop on site, and we subsequently got our report very quickly. I'd highly recommend them for any inspection!read moreread lessMarie Freiberger4/03/2026TOP NOTCH lived up to its name in every aspect of the inspection.Jon was thoroughly professional, patient and took the time to explain each aspect of the inspection.It was a pleasure to have dealt with Barb in the office as well.I HIGHLY recommend TOP NOTCH INSPECTION!!read moreread lessStuart Aronow3/30/2026As a real estate agent in New Jersey, I’ve worked with a lot of inspectors over the years, but Top Notch Home Inspection truly stands out. I recently referred one of my buyers to them for a pre-purchase inspection, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience.Jim was outstanding from start to finish. He was incredibly thorough, professional, and detail-oriented, catching several important items that gave my clients the confidence they needed to move forward. What really impressed me was how clearly he explained everything to my clients on-site and in the follow-up report. He took the time to answer every question patiently and never rushed through the process.Thanks to Jim and the entire Top Notch team, the inspection helped keep the transaction smooth and stress-free, which will lead to a successful closing. I will absolutely be recommending them to all of my future clients and wouldn’t hesitate to use them again myself.Highly recommend Top Notch Home Inspection — 5 stars! Thank you, Jim!read moreread lessChad Curry3/25/2026
- Top notch was so easy to work with. They scheduled my multiple inspections all on the same day. All inspectors arrived promptly and were very pleasant and informative. They literally left no stone un-turned. I cannot describe how thorough they were in inspecting every nook and cranny of the house and outside property. Worth every dollar, highly recommended!read moreread lessTheresa M3/13/2026
- Everyone including the office staff was wonderful to work with. A special call out goes to our house inspector, Carl. He was very thorough and submitted a great informative report. He was very happy to explain deficiencies but also took the time to explain general maintenance and shutoff valves, etc. Highly recommend Top Notch.read moreread lessHeather Powell3/02/2026
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- Top notch is a fantastic choice for any home inspection needs - they helped us coordinate our home, pool, chimney, sewer scope, and tank sweep inspections. Barb was a fantastic communicator and made the process so seamless. They are THOROUGH and will identify every small issue, while highlighting and explaining the bigger concerns. We appreciate their great work and their patience in answering all of our questionsread moreread lessKatherine Shannon2/18/2026
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