Home Inspection Services · Brookhaven, GA
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Brookhaven, GA
A thorough, unbiased home inspection is the best way to know exactly what you're buying or selling in Brookhaven. Our certified inspectors serve Brookhaven from our Crown Pointe Parkway office near Perimeter and deliver a photo-documented report within 24 hours, backed by a 90-day warranty.
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What's Included
What Our Brookhaven Home Inspection Covers
Every home inspection in Brookhaven follows the same detailed standard, whether it's an original 1940s ranch or a recent teardown rebuild. Here's exactly what a certified inspector checks on-site.
Roof & Attic
Shingles, flashing, gutters, ventilation, and insulation, including drone-assisted roof inspection when access is limited.
Foundation & Framing
Visible structural components, foundation walls, crawlspace, and signs of settling or moisture intrusion.
Electrical
Panel, wiring type, outlets, GFCI/AFCI protection, and visible code or safety concerns.
Plumbing
Supply and drain lines, water heater, visible leaks, and fixture function throughout the home.
HVAC
Heating and cooling equipment condition, age, and basic function testing at the thermostat.
Siding, Windows & Doors
Exterior cladding, trim, grading and drainage around the home, and window/door condition.
Interior & Safety
Walls, ceilings, floors, stairs/railings, smoke & CO detectors, and fireplace visual inspection.
Thermal Imaging
Infrared camera scanning to flag hidden moisture intrusion, insulation gaps, and electrical hot spots.
Radon, Mold & Sewer Scope
Optional add-on testing available the same visit: radon testing, mold testing, and sewer video scope.
Inspecting in Brookhaven
What Your Home Inspector Looks For in Brookhaven Homes
In Brookhaven, what an inspector looks for depends on whether a home is original to its neighborhood or a recent rebuild, because the city has both in large numbers. Brookhaven's own comprehensive plan describes the Ashford Park, Drew Valley and Skyland Park neighborhoods as historic areas developed in the 1940s and 1950s that historically featured small homes on large lots, and notes that within the past decade these areas have seen significant infill development, typically much larger homes replacing the originals.
Historic Brookhaven is older still. The neighborhood was laid out beginning in 1910, and its 300-acre historic district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986, includes more than 200 contributing buildings in Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival and other early 20th-century styles. Homes this age can carry original systems, additions from several different decades, and mature trees close to the foundation, so we pay close attention to the electrical panel, plumbing, grading, and roof and gutter condition.
Radon is also worth testing for here. DeKalb County's government reports that about 18.9 percent of homes in the county have elevated radon levels. We recommend adding a radon test to any Brookhaven purchase, whether the home is an original 1940s ranch, a house inside the historic district, or new infill construction. The test runs during the same visit as the inspection.
| Type of home | What we pay attention to |
|---|---|
| 1940s and 1950s homes (Ashford Park, Drew Valley, Skyland Park) | Original electrical panel and plumbing, foundation and crawlspace condition, and evidence of additions or repairs done without permits. |
| New infill construction and teardown rebuilds | Standard new-construction inspection points, permit history, and workmanship on any recent addition. |
| Historic Brookhaven (developed from 1910) | Older systems, detached garages or outbuildings, grading around mature trees, and roof and gutter condition. |
| Any home without a radon test | We recommend adding radon testing to the same visit, given how common elevated readings are in DeKalb County. |
Sources
- Census Bureau, American Community Survey: Brookhaven city, Georgia
- City of Brookhaven: About
- City of Brookhaven 2034 Comprehensive Plan: Ashford Park-Drew Valley Character Area
- Wikipedia: Brookhaven Historic District (NRHP #86000134)
- DeKalb County Government: DeKalb County Extension to Host Radon Webinar
Our Process
How Your Home Inspection Works
From booking to final report, here's what to expect from a residential home inspection with Max Property Inspections.
Schedule
Book online or by phone, often within 24–48 hours of your call, to fit your closing timeline.
On-site inspection
A certified inspector spends 2–4 hours evaluating the home, typically alongside the buyer.
Ask questions live
Walk the property with your inspector and ask about anything you're curious about in real time.
Digital report
A photo-documented report is delivered within 24 hours, organized by system and severity.
Ongoing support
We're available afterward to answer questions about findings, repairs, or next steps.
Why Choose Us
What Makes Our Home Inspections Different
Any inspector can walk through a house with a checklist. Here's what a home inspection with our team actually includes.
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NACHI-certified inspectors
Every inspector on our team is certified, insured, and trained to the same detailed standard.
- 02
90-day warranty included
Every home inspection comes backed by a 90-day warranty at no extra cost.
- 03
Drone & infrared included
Roof drone imaging and thermal camera scanning are part of the inspection, not a pricey upsell.
- 04
24-hour report turnaround
You'll have your full digital report the next day, so it never holds up your closing timeline.
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A full team, not one inspector
Multiple certified inspectors mean flexible scheduling, even on short notice.
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The Team
Meet Your Home Inspectors in Brookhaven, GA
Max
Certified Home Inspector & Commercial Property Inspector
404-405-0061
Eric
Certified Inspector
404-424-9200
Jeremiah
Certified Inspector
404-424-9200
Where We Work
Home Inspections Across Metro Atlanta
Alongside Brookhaven, our inspectors cover these communities from our Cumming and Atlanta offices. Each has its own page on what we look for there.
FAQ
Home Inspection FAQs: Brookhaven, GA
I'm looking at a home in Ashford Park or Drew Valley. Does it matter if it's original or a rebuild?
Yes. The city's own comprehensive plan describes these neighborhoods as originally small homes on large lots built in the 1940s and 1950s, with significant infill development in the past decade replacing many of them with much larger homes. An original home and a recent rebuild get inspected differently, so we always confirm which one we're looking at before we start.
Should I test for radon in Brookhaven?
We recommend it. DeKalb County's government reports that about 18.9 percent of homes in the county have elevated radon levels. The test is an add-on to the same visit, and a high result can be brought down with mitigation.
How much does a home inspection cost in Brookhaven, GA?
Home inspection pricing depends on the size, age, and location of the property, plus any add-on services like radon or mold testing. Contact us for a free, personalized quote.
How long does a home inspection take?
A standard home inspection usually takes 2 to 4 hours for an average-sized home. Larger, older, or commercial properties can take longer.
What's included in a home inspection?
A home inspection covers the roof, foundation, structure, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, interior, and safety systems, plus infrared thermal scanning and drone-assisted roof imaging when applicable.
Should I attend my home inspection?
Yes. Attending lets you walk the property with your inspector, ask questions in real time, and see any issues firsthand instead of only reading about them in the report.
Do you offer same-day or next-day scheduling?
In most cases, yes. With a full team of certified inspectors, we can often schedule your home inspection within 24 to 48 hours of your call.
What happens after the inspection?
You'll receive a detailed, photo-documented digital report within 24 hours. Our team is available afterward to answer any questions about findings or next steps.
Find Us
Get My Directions
Our Atlanta office on Crown Pointe Parkway is the closer one for Brookhaven. Call either number and we'll book the inspector who fits your timeline.
Atlanta Office
1050 Crown Pointe Parkway, Suite 500
Atlanta, GA 30338
(404) 424-9200
Cumming Office
1595 Peachtree Pkwy, Ste 204-119
Cumming, GA 30041
(404) 405-0061
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Max Property Inspections provides thorough, unbiased home inspections in Brookhaven and across DeKalb County and Metro Atlanta, backed by a 90-day warranty on every job.