Home Inspections in
Montgomery County, MD
Licensed home inspector serving Montgomery County. Same-day digital reports, transparent pricing, and inspectors who know your area.
Montgomery County is one of the largest home inspection markets in the DMV — and one of the most diverse. From 1950s ramblers in Silver Spring to new construction in Clarksburg to luxury estates in Potomac, the inspection challenges vary enormously across the county.
What's different about inspecting in Montgomery County
Local knowledge matters. Here's what we focus on for Montgomery County properties specifically.
Older housing stock
Much of inner Montgomery County (Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Chevy Chase, Kensington) was built between 1920 and 1960. Knob-and-tube wiring, original cast iron plumbing, and asbestos-era materials are common findings.
Basement moisture issues
Montgomery County's clay-heavy soils retain water aggressively. Basement moisture, sump pump failures, and drainage problems are among the most common findings in our reports.
Significant new construction
Clarksburg, Germantown, and parts of Gaithersburg have substantial new construction. We inspect these at pre-drywall, blue tape, final walkthrough, and 11-month warranty stages.
Radon prevalence
Montgomery County sits in EPA Zone 1 for radon. Radon mitigation systems are common, and testing is essential for any basement-containing home.
Common defects we find here
- •Knob-and-tube wiring in older Silver Spring and Takoma Park homes
- •Galvanized plumbing in homes built before 1970
- •Basement moisture and drainage issues from clay soil
- •Aging cast iron sewer lines (root intrusion common with mature trees)
- •Asbestos materials in homes built before 1980 (insulation, popcorn ceilings, floor tile)
- •HVAC sized for original square footage (often inadequate after additions)
- •Foundation issues in homes with finished basements
Neighborhoods we serve
Bethesda, Rockville, Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Potomac, Chevy Chase, Kensington, Wheaton, Takoma Park, Clarksburg, Olney, Damascus, Poolesville, and the rest of Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Inspection Pricing
| Property Size | Polaris Price |
|---|---|
| Condos & homes up to 1,500 sq ft | $399 |
| 1,500–3,000 sq ft | $459 |
| 3,000–5,000 sq ft | $579 |
| 5,000–7,500 sq ft | $699 |
| 7,500–10,000 sq ft | $849 |
Other areas we cover
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