Why it matters
Peace of Mind for Atlanta Home Buyers
Buying a home is likely the largest investment you will ever make. Whether it’s a historic bungalow in Grant Park, a brick ranch in Decatur, or new construction in Brookhaven or Peachtree City, you need an unbiased expert in your corner. Our Pre-Purchase Inspections (also known as buyer’s inspections or due diligence inspections) are designed to identify safety hazards, major defects, and maintenance items before you’re locked into closing. I don’t just hand you a report, I educate you on your new home’s systems so you can make a confident, informed decision.
First-time buyers
Inspections for First-Time Home Buyers
I specialize in helping first-time buyers by explaining my findings in plain language, no confusing jargon. I encourage you to join me for the walkthrough at the end of the inspection. I’ll point out water shut-off valves, explain how your HVAC works, and answer your questions in real time, so you walk into closing feeling prepared, not anxious.
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Scope
What Does a Standard Home Inspection Include?
Structural
Foundation, framing, roof structure, and basement & crawlspace analysis.
Roof & Attic
Shingles, flashings, gutters, insulation levels, and ventilation.
Exterior
Siding, driveways/walkways, decks, patios, steps, and penetrations.
Plumbing
Supply/waste lines, water heaters, water pressure, and leak detection.
HVAC
Heating/Cooling units, ductwork conditions, and vent temperatures.
Appliances
Testing of all built-in kitchen appliances for functionality.
Electrical
Service panels, wiring type, outlets, and safety breakers (GFCI/AFCI).
Interior
Floors, windows, doors, wall/ceiling material, bathrooms and kitchen.
Coverage
Buyer’s Inspections Across Metro Atlanta
I provide pre-purchase home inspections throughout DeKalb, Fulton, Cobb, and Gwinnett counties, including Atlanta, Decatur, Brookhaven, Tucker, Stone Mountain, Lilburn, Snellville, Kennesaw, Vinings, Lawrenceville, Conyers, McDonough, Peachtree City, Carrollton, Dallas, Bremen, Lake Oconee, and Zebulon. If you’re buying a home anywhere in metro Atlanta and don’t see your town listed, reach out, there hasn’t been a location yet that I’ve said no to.

Local knowledge
Local Expertise Matters
Every region has unique housing challenges, and Georgia is no exception. I’m familiar with the defects common throughout metro Atlanta; from polybutylene piping found in many 1990s suburban homes, to foundation settling and drainage issues common in historic intown properties in Atlanta and Decatur, to the moisture and crawlspace concerns typical of older homes in Tucker, Stone Mountain, and Lilburn.
Whether you’re buying in the established neighborhoods of Brookhaven and Vinings, a growing suburb like Snellville, Lawrenceville, or Kennesaw, or a newer build out toward Peachtree City or McDonough, I know what to look for in every era of Georgia home construction, and what local buyers need to ask before they close. Don’t hire an inspector who doesn’t know the Georgia climate and the way it ages a roof, a foundation, or a crawlspace.
FAQ
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