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THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA

Home inspection, Mold Testing & Remediation, Radon Detection & Reduction

About us

Prime Property Inspectors – The Building Inspector of America is a full-service home inspection and environmental testing company. Our certified home inspectors are professionals in engineering, architecture or construction and are current with emerging issues facing the home inspection industry. Our attention to detail is reflected in our comprehensive digital home inspection reports. Environmental services include evaluation and testing for radon gas, mold, volatile organic compounds, allergens, odors, electromagnetic fields and combustion by-products.

Business highlights

39 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Home Inspection Services – Comprehensive evaluation of the Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing, & Electrical Systems; New Construction Inspections – Four Phases: Foundation, Pre-Drywall, Final, and One Year Warranty Inspections; Commercial Inspections; Problem Diagnostics; Wet Basements & Foundation Cracks; Environmental Services – Radon Testing, Mold Assessments, Indoor Air Quality Evaluations, Air Sampling, Infrared Thermography, Water Quality Tests, Septic System Surveys.

Services we don't offer

Termite Inspections, Energy Efficiency Auditing


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Reviews

4.9168 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
93%
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2%
3
3%
2
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1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 26-50 of 168 reviews

Swathi V.
03/2018
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Fantastic. Inspector was super knowledgeable and very thorough and patient!
Description of Work: Pre-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

Thomas C.
12/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Mr Kapoor gave my house a very thorough inspection. He's extremely knowledgeable and is easy to talk to. The heart of the service is the inspection report. Mine is very useable- areas like the roof are classified as functional, marginal or non-functional. For marginal & non-functional areas, there's a description of the problem, with recommended repairs. Having a pre-sale inspection gives me time to fix the repairs without time pressure, so I can find the best contractor at the best price. The inspection report will be my road map to getting my home ready for sale.
Description of Work: I hired them for a pre-home sale inspection of my residence

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

Banafsheh M.
11/2017
5.0
Mr. Kapoor could not have been more wonderful. He was focused, detail-oriented, educated us throughout his inspection process, and was very personable as well. My husband and I were highly impressed and would definitely rely on his expertise again if we need any future home inspections or similar services.
Description of Work: We needed a thorough home inspection and radon testing for a house we are in the process of purchasing.

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
$850

Sachin V.
11/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
I reached out to The Building Inspector of America last minute due to issues with the originally scheduled inspection. Carol Toeller and Vimal Kapoor were helpful and very accommodative. Vimal did a thorough job, and as a first time home buyer of a relatively old house it was extremely reassuring. I highly recommend The Building Inspector of America.
Description of Work: Home inspection for home 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
$695

Anthony S.
05/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Excellent! Very professional and personable staff. They provide us with enough information in advance to clearly understand what we could expect. There were details about their inspection process and an example inspection report. The report is structured in a way that makes it easy to read and interpret where the deficiencies can be found in the home. I would definitely use their services in the future and would highly recommend this company to friends and family.
Description of Work: Home inspection for a property we are purchasing.

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

Mohammad H.
05/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
It was great experience with Charlie and I will work with you defiantly
Description of Work: Charlie is a great responsible inspector and I hope to work with him again

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
$435

Syed A.
04/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Inspector Romano Pietrobono went above and beyond for the inspection. He checked literally every nook and cranny of the home. I've attended a few inspections in the past and never saw the level of care that Romano displayed. The bar is set very high after watching him work. I would highly recommend him and the great customer service from the company.
Description of Work: Inspection of a townhome (1600 sqft)

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

Cecilia P.
03/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Our real estate agent recommended Prime Property Inspectors, namely Mr. Vimal Kapoor to us. He was an excellent choice. He arrived on time and worked very hard to inspect the house. He was extremely thorough, explained what he was doing and answered all our questions. He gave us expert recommendations for repairs and for maintenance of the house. This was an educational course for us, we learned a great deal about drainage, roofs, pipes, vents, etc. He took high quality pictures showing areas of concern and delivered a written report in due course. The report was very clear and detailed identifying problems that needed immediate attention. Carol Toeller, Operations Manager at The Building Inspector of America, was very efficient, polite and patient. Thank you!
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
$785

Sanjay P.
03/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Mr. Kapoor was outstanding and very professional. He answered many questions throughout the entire process and did a very thorough job during the inspections. His level of responsiveness and dedication are hard to find anywhere else. I would highly recommend his services and would hire him again if needed.
Description of Work: I needed a home inspection and environmental testing for mold, VOCs and formaldehyde as well as infrared imaging to check for moisture.

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
$2,300

Joan M.
03/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Found the source of the leak and saved me hundreds of dollars. Also provided pictures for proof and produced an professional report. One time and highly professional staff.
Description of Work: Search for a persistent leak in my condo.

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
$250

Suan T.
02/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
It went very well, the inspector was knowledgeable, helpful and provided lots of useful information.
Description of Work: Home inspection for 408 N Royal Street, Alexandria, VA

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
$625

Rahul M.
02/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The inspection went very well! As a first time homebuyer, Charlie showed me many important issues to out to the builder, as well as giving many good tips for maintaining the house for a long time. He did a very thorough inspection of the house.
Description of Work: Pre-Dry Wall Inspection & Final Walkthrough 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

Donald and Mabel C.
02/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Very well, especially because of the superb photographs produced by the inspector. He used a Canon camera to produce solid evidence that the slate roof needs to be replaced immediately and identify lesser defects that will need attention. I had told my wife that the only justification for hiring this inspector for $495 was my inability to climb into the attic. I was wrong because the superb photos allowed use to quickly eliminate roofers who can't do what we want. Nine highly-rated roofers on Angie's List expressed interest in giving us an "estimate" for a new roof. But we want to first discuss WHAT they want to provide, not just the price. When we told them this and offered the photographs, we had only three takers. Those three are the roofers who are now scheduled to visit our home to present their ideas.
Description of Work: Evaluate the condition of our home's roof and wood trim. The trim obviously needs painting and the slate roof is 76 years old. We were told by a roofer doing minor repair when we bought the home in 2006 that the roof would last another five years.

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
$495

Shaila S.
01/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Charles Holpuch went the extra mile and he was very thorough. He will patiently explain and guide you. He is very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him.
Description of Work: Home inspection - Senior Inspector, Charles Holpuch’s inspection of the property before buying the house was exceptional.

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
$550

Omuso G.
01/2017
5.0
home inspection, energy audit
  + 0 more
The inspection was excellent. Charlie Holpuch performed a detailed inspection of all of the major systems (electrical, HVAC, plumbing, exterior water drainage) and inspected the overall construction quality of our new home. He walked me through as he conducted the inspection and explained the specific details of each aspect of the inspection and why he was conducting the various aspects of the inspection. It was educational, to say the least, and very helpful afterward in discussing the items that needed to be resolved by the builder as we went to closing. He provided a detailed written report with photos that I was able to use in discussion with the builder. These guys were professionals.
Description of Work: Performed a thorough pre-closing inspection of our newly-constructed home prior to the walk-through inspection with the builder.

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
$700

Kristin G.
01/2017
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Although a home inspection isn't always worth the investment on a new home purchase (typically a one year warranty is in place), it was certainly one of the best decisions we have made yet within the realm of home buying. Charles Holpuch was extremely thorough and most importantly, took the time to explain everything he was doing so we can learn all about our new home. We learned more about the operations of a home within those 4 hours than we ever knew! We was very patient and took the time to answer all of our questions. On top of that, he was very timely with the final report. He was able to submit it within 24 hours of the inspection. We are so happy with our experience and feel that we have a friend in the home expertise field that we can call at any time. Charles is extremely organized, polite and professional. Carol Toeller, Operations Manager at The Building Inspector of America, was very efficient, polite and responsive. Great choice!
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
$595

Sarah J.
11/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Romano showed up right on time. And within minutes had the ladder out to climb up on the roof. He walked through the entire process with me and was very patience and helpful in his explanations but also didn't talk down to me. I really appreciated that about him. I shared with him my concerns and he took care to pay special attention to those areas. He really went above and beyond, doing things like teaching me where joists needed sistering and how to bleed the radiators. The house is nearly 100 years old, built in 1917. Another great thing Romano did was that he explained to me the differences in how homes were built in that era in comparison today. This was super helpful. He also helped me set a priority list in terms of fixes. Thankfully, the things he pointed out are minor. He gave me a lot of confidence moving forward with the purchase.
Description of Work: I hired Romano through Prime Properties Inspectors to inspect a home prior to going to closure on my home.

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
$595

Michelle C.
11/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Extremely professional and educational. The inspection could not have been more thorough and the subsequent report answered every conceivable question. I wish he had been the initial inspector; but he was superb and incredibly detailed. I'm a more knowledgable homeowner thanks to his time and explanations.
Description of Work: A complete home inspection to identify the consequences of construction; to identify challenges to the value of the home; and to identify elements in need of immediate remediation,

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
$795

Mia B.
09/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
The inspector arrived early, and was helpful as we looked at the condition of our condo. He found several things I would have never seen, and raised questions for our building manager to answer. I'm very happy with the inspector's report.
Description of Work: Condo 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
$495

Varsha S.
07/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Everything was great! Charles provided a lot of good information that is going to come handy in the following years and I can't thank him enough for that. The home inspection itself was quite detailed which helped me negotiate with the sellers to get almost all of the findings fixed. He is very thorough in what he does. I would highly recommend him.
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
$395

Gus A.
05/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Excellent, charlie was on time and very professional. Charlie was very experienced and knowledgeable of all aspects of the home, its construction, utilities, and features. He took the time to explain all aspects of his investigation and corresponding review of the items inspected. I was so pleased with his thoroughness, patience, experience, intellect and professionalism.
Description of Work: Provided thorough home inspection for Home 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
$700

AMIT K.
04/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
THE INSPECTOR ROMONA .P NOT ONLY DID HIS WORK IN VERY DETAIL AND MINUTELY ,HE SUGGESTED AND RECOMMENDED US NOT TO ASK SMALL THINGS MENTIONED IN REPORT AS SELLER MAY NOT LIKE IT .THEIR WAS NO ACCESS TO ATTIC WHICH HE OFFERED TO COME BACK AS HE WILL LIKE TO DO FULL REPORT ,HE GOT V DIFFICULT SELLER ROMONA OFFERED THAT HE WILL MAKE ACCESS TO INSPECT ATTIC AND GIVE REPORT. I SELECTED THEM AFTER LOOKING GOOD REVIEWS ABOUT THEM IT TURNS OUT ROMONA BEING BETTER THAN EXPECTED WITH EXCELLENT WORK SKILL AND COMENTMENT I WILL GIVE THEM A+,THEY ARE WORTH OF EVERY PENNY THEY CHARGE.
Description of Work: everything INSPECTION AND RADON

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
$529

Adam B.
04/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
From start to finish I was very pleased with THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA. I contacted Carol at their office who was very nice and was able to schedule my inspection during the first call. She was able to give me a time, date and a cost of the inspection and radon test while I was on the phone. She followed up with an email to confirm details. Days before the inspection Carol emailed again to confirm the appointment. I am very pleased with my interactions with the office staff. The home inspection went very well. Charlie was prompt and polite. He is very detailed. We discussed the process before we started. He told us a number of great resources, even telling us we can contact him when ever we have any questions in the future. The inspection was very through. We walked the perimeter of the house. Charlie pointed out possible problems in and outside of the house. Addressed a number of concerns he saw. He was very meticulous. He climbed in to the attic, and a very tiny crawl space to inspect as much of the house as he could. The whole inspection took about 4 hours. During the inspection Charlie answered all of our questions and even gave us a number of tips and ideas for making improvements to our future home. The inspection report was delivered within 24 hours. It was very detailed, and helped us negotiate a number of issued with the homeowners. I would hire Charlie and THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA any day.
Description of Work: I hired Charlie Holpuck to complete a Home Inspection and Radon test for a home I was buying.

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

Jason L.
01/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Wow. Very professional. Charlie Holpuch was very knowledgeable, patient, and thorough. He explained everything that he did while answering all of my questions. His report included photos, diagrams, suggestions, and lists of mandatory vs. less important items. Two months later, he came back to help answer some more questions on his own time. That's impressive.
Description of Work: The inspector completed a thorough inspection of the house from top to bottom.

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
$684

Dinz D.
11/2015
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Very Very satisfied with the home inspection done by VImal Kapoor. He came on time and was very professional. He conducted the inspection very patiently and thoroughly. I have worked as a realtor in the past and have got many home inspections done for my customers, but Mr. Kapoor is the best I have seen. I think he did not leave anything out. He looked at every part of the house even those difficult to reach and dusty. I am confident that if I ever need an home inspection done it will be with Mr. Kapoor.
Description of Work: Home inspection, radon test and mold test - I requested for an extra room to be tested too.

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
$1,499.72

Contact information

14 EXECUTIVE PARK CT, Germantown, MD 20874

www.gethomeinspector.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

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Service Categories

Home inspection,
Mold Testing & Remediation,
Radon Detection & Reduction

FAQ

THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA does not offer free project estimates.
No, THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA does not offer a senior discount.
No, THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA does not offer emergency services.
No, THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA does not offer warranties.
THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OF AMERICA offers the following services: Home Inspection Services – Comprehensive evaluation of the Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing, & Electrical Systems; New Construction Inspections – Four Phases: Foundation, Pre-Drywall, Final, and One Year Warranty Inspections; Commercial Inspections; Problem Diagnostics; Wet Basements & Foundation Cracks; Environmental Services – Radon Testing, Mold Assessments, Indoor Air Quality Evaluations, Air Sampling, Infrared Thermography, Water Quality Tests, Septic System Surveys.
Termite Inspections, Energy Efficiency Auditing

Contact information

14 EXECUTIVE PARK CT, Germantown, MD 20874

www.gethomeinspector.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM