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BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC

Home inspection, Pool and Spa Service, Pest Control,

About us

Building Knowledge, LLC is a full-service home inspection company serving Atlanta, GA and the surrounding North Georgia Area. We are committed to providing the best home inspection services possible Credentials: Greg is a certified Building Code Inspector, a member of ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors), and a member of the International Code Council (ICC). Greg served for several years as the president of the ASHI's Southeast chapter, and on the national board of directors. Standards: We perform a point-by-point inspection of your house from roof to foundation. Our inspectors are thorough and unbiased and our inspection reports are detailed and clearly written.

Business highlights

40 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

HOME AND COMMERCIAL INSPECTIONS, ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING, POOL AND SPA INSPECTIONS, NEW CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS, PROBLEM SOLVING.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Reviews

4.976 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
5%
3
1%
2
0%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 51-75 of 76 reviews

Liz R.
03/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Frances A M.
03/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Home Inspection. Went fine. Emily was very straightforward about current issues and potential problems as it was an old home in need of repairs. She also answered subsequent questions quickly. Was very professional and responsive.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

Andres A R.
06/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Excellent, he was very detail.
Description of Work: 1) Inspect Home 2) Pool inspection 3) Radon levels inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Ken B.
02/2015
4.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Very well
Description of Work: Inspection of new home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$550

charles S.
02/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Great.
Description of Work: Home inspection at 180 Bolling Rd. Excellent job. Very knowledgeable. Less than 24-hr turnaround for report.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$725

Mark S.
02/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Excellent! |Very knowledgeable.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Stephen W.
11/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Thorough and knowledgable
Description of Work: Home inspection for new construction

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Clark and Diane A.
11/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
good review
Description of Work: home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Marty H.
05/2014
3.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I needed a letter that the house is in good repair to get insurance on the property since there's been none for 3 years. I've not gotten a letter yet!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Response from BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC
This client started out asking for an "inspection" and later switched to wanting 30 minute site visit and a low price "insurance letter." She was not interested at all in an inspection, and seemed just to be using our credentials to get her property insured. We felt very uncomfortable with the whole process as we are thorough, professional and ethical. We cannot state that a property is 100% satisfactory when, in fact, it is not. We kept asking what she wanted the letter to say, with no response. We finally were able to issue a factual letter to her that she apparently was happy with. We would recommend that all service professionals be very careful dealing with this client, and get all agreements thoroughly written out. In hindsight, we should have just declined the request and refunded her payment when her motives became clear.

Pelham W.
03/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Roland (the inspector) showed up on time. As this is my first home purchase, he took the time and walked me through exactly what the inspection would entail. During the inspection, Roland would point out each and every issue and tell me (i) how serious it was; (ii) why it was an issue; (iii) how difficult it would be to fix; and (iv) a general estimate on what he thought it would take to fix if it was something that required a professional. Roland was very patient and answered all of my questions. He also gave me a lot of general information regarding construction and renovating homes. His report was provided the next business day. it was thorough and showed pictures of every issue we noticed along with a description. Highly recommend Roland.
Description of Work: Obtained a home inspection from Building Knowledge

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Diwas K.
03/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Duane from Building Knowledge performed the inspection of the house that we were considering purchasing. He was very personable and easy to work with. He was very professional - arrived on time, and completed the inspection in a timely fashion. Most importantly, he was extremely through, both in his inspection and in the detailed inspection report which arrived in less than 24 hours. During his inspection, he examined each and every important section of the house, getting into crawl spaces, noting areas of wear and tear, etc. The inspection report was easy to read, yet very thorough and meticulous. He had a picture taken for each point of inspection; this included a description of any issues, as well as possible corrective action. This inspection proved extremely valuable. We ended up not buying the house due to a couple of critical issues that were uncovered during the inspection. I would highly recommend!
Description of Work: Inspection of house that we were looking to buy

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Harper C.
03/2014
4.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Overall the inspector was a pleasure to work with, was very informative and knowledgeable about his craft. The inspector did point out several issues within the home, yet missed one fairly major safety issue around the furnace set-up. Fortunately my father, who is in construction, noticed the issue and we were able to report it to him. Although the inspector quickly added the issue to his report and provided a revised document, it was a bit disappointing to be the ones to find this issue given the amount of time he spent reviewing the furnace. All other issues reported by the inspector were corrected and important to be noted prior to the closing of my home purchase.
Description of Work: Inspected condo property in 1920s building in Virginia Highlands area

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC
While we appreciate the overall very positive review, we take issue with the term "fairly major safety issue." The issue related to a PVC condensate drain pipe that was close to a double wall vent, which technically should be an inch away and was not. The condition is common, although incorrect, but could be repaired in 15 minutes for about $10 in materials by a knowledgeable handy person. The condition had been in place for a number of years without any evidence of a problem, such as discoloration on the PVC. Our view is that it technically is incorrect but in no way merits the term "major" nor "safety."

Philip C.
03/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Very thorough and complete.
Description of Work: complete pre listing home inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$475

Brett B.
03/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They were on time, friendly, informative, and transparent throughout. Utmost care was taken to protect privacy of all involved parties, while also performing a thorough inspection. Highly recommend for anyone.
Description of Work: Inspected a house pre-purchase.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Sara J.
02/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They were recommended by our relator and were extremely thorough. We got a very detailed report of every possible thing that needed repair. They took pictures of everything and we did a walk through of each room/the exterior etc. with them at the end. Given we were out of town buyers, they were wiling to work around our schedule. I spoke to my parents later about it and they mentioned they had never had/seen such a meticulous inspection and detailed report! We were very pleased with their work and would use them again.
Description of Work: We used Building Knowledge LLC for our home inspection in the purchase of a new house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Matthew B.
02/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Greg and Harry were extremely helpful and thorough throughout the entire process. They made sure we understood their findings, and the potential issues associated. They reached out after the inspection to consult on any issues and ask if they could help answer any additional questions. I would highly recommend these folks to anyone!
Description of Work: Did a full inspection of the home inside and out during our due dilegence period. They also performed a radon test.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$775

Valerie C.
02/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They were very professional and do excellent work. They have fantastic customer service and they pay very close attention to detail. And their after sale service is bar none. I highly recommend them to anyone!
Description of Work: They did a thoroughly inspection of a home I'm purchasing in Atlanta.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Christopher G.
01/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Building Knowledge did a great job with my home inspection. Their analysis and report was extremely thorough and easy to review. Lots of applicable photos along with the details. They also did a fantastic job following up to make sure I understood everything and were available and responsive for questions. I would definitely recommend them and will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: Home Inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

Julia D.
01/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Duane arrived promptly at 10 and stayed late into the day to go through a very through inspection of a 6400 square foot home. He identified several major issues that were not apparent to the uneducated buyer (me) about problems with the home such as masonry work on the chimney and leaks from the chimney into the fireplace. He found trees that were diseased and dying that might fall on the house. He determined that overflow drains had not been hooked up for the jacuzzi which would result in a leak to the lower floor if not fixed. He identified building code issues with the exterior stairs and drainage problems for the retaining walls. This house appeared to be beautifully done but it was not well built under the covers and would have potentially been a money pit for us. We decided not to buy the home and Duane saved us from making a huge mistake that we wouldn't have caught with the naked eye and it probably wouldn't have been discovered or disclosed if we went with the realtor's inspector. We are now in the process of buying another home and plan on bringing Duane back to ensure that this one is more workable. I would highly recommend this company for their professionalism and thoroughness!
Description of Work: As a seller of a home in Smyrna GA, Building Knowledge was hired by my buyer to do the inspection on my home. I was so impressed with the thoroughness and detailed report provided by the inspecter, Duane Longenecker, that I was determined to pay for him to drive down to inspect my new home purchase in Columbus, GA. I paid a higher than normal fee in order to get the best inspection as he works out of the Atlanta area but it was well worth the price.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

GLEN W.
01/2014
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Easy to schedule. Clear and helpful instructions on how the process works. Appointment made on time. Friendly, knowledgeable inspector. Had the right tools and equipment. Thorough checklist of inspection items. Fast turnaround on the report. Only item not a perfect 'A' is because I always want more value.
Description of Work: Home inspection for home purchase due diligence

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$475

Cynthia L.
12/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Roland LeClaire was our inspector and he was great. We have never built a home before and he provided us with a lot of information about the home along with the inspection. We wanted to change a few things structurally and he also advised us on that, even though technically it was outside the scope of what we were paying for. He appeared to be very knowledgeable, was thorough, and gave us a lot of good feedback to provide to the builder. We were very pleased with the service and would not hesitate to use them again. In fact, we definitely plan to use Roland again for our final inspection on the home. I only gave a "B" on price because it seems slightly high. I saw somewhere online the cost is typically about $300. But since Roland was so competent, we do not regret paying a little more than that.
Description of Work: Inspected our home being built pre-drywall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Julie Z.
09/2013
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Roland was very thorough and candid. We liked him and appreciated his professionalism and prompt follow-up.
Description of Work: Home inspection on 1920s historic Virginia Highland property

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Ottie K.
03/2012
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
They came out twice to inspect two houses and I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I used Building Knowledge for radon, mold and house inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

CARRIE V.
12/2006
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
He was very thorough, and he took the time to explain everything to us as he went through the house. He found a lot of issues that the previous inspector missed. His reports were created on a computer and he included lots of photographs for supporting evidence.
Description of Work: He conducted a home inspection for a ranch house in Buckhead.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

LORA F.
11/2005
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
HE IS THOROUGH, HONORABLE AND VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND HELPFUL. HE IS THE BEST HOME INSPECTOR IN THE ATLANTA AREA. HE GIVES A GREAT REPORT AND IS THERE FOR FOLLOW UP QUESTIONS
Description of Work: I HAVE USED HIM FOR INSPECTION OF MY HOUSE

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Contact information

2625 MURAL DR, Atlanta, GA 30341

http://www.buildingknowledgeusa.com/

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Home inspection,
Pool and Spa Service,
Pest Control,
Mold Testing & Remediation,
Radon Detection & Reduction

FAQ

BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC does not offer a senior discount.
No, BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC does not offer emergency services.
Yes, BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC offers warranties.
BUILDING KNOWLEDGE LLC offers the following services: HOME AND COMMERCIAL INSPECTIONS, ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING, POOL AND SPA INSPECTIONS, NEW CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS, PROBLEM SOLVING.

Contact information

2625 MURAL DR, Atlanta, GA 30341

http://www.buildingknowledgeusa.com/

Service hours

Sunday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM