Home Inspection Services · Doraville, GA
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Doraville, GA
A thorough, unbiased home inspection is the best way to know exactly what you're buying or selling in Doraville. Our certified inspectors serve DeKalb County 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 Doraville Home Inspection Covers
Every home inspection in Doraville follows the same detailed standard, whether it's a mid-century ranch near Northwoods or a home along Buford Highway. 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 Doraville
What Your Home Inspector Looks For in Doraville Homes
Doraville's housing stock is older than most of the towns we serve, and that's the first thing we check for. The Census Bureau's American Community Survey shows more than half the homes in the city were built between 1950 and 1979, during the boom years around the General Motors assembly plant that once anchored the town. In houses from that era we look closely at the original electrical panel, aging supply plumbing, roof and HVAC age, and any past additions or conversions that weren't permitted or properly tied in.
Part of that housing stock is the Northwoods Historic District, a roughly 530-acre neighborhood of brick, mid-century ranch homes built mostly between 1950 and 1964 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. Homes there and in similar Doraville neighborhoods typically have brick from the foundation up to the windowsills with other materials above, so we check that transition point and its flashing carefully, along with original windows and any outdated wiring.
Radon is a real question in DeKalb County: DeKalb County's own extension office reports about 18.9 percent of homes in the county have elevated levels. We recommend testing on every Doraville purchase. Crooked Creek and other tributaries run through parts of the city, so on lower-lying lots we also pay close attention to grading, gutters and downspouts, and moisture in crawlspaces and basements.
| Type of home | What we pay attention to |
|---|---|
| Homes from the 1950s to 1970s | Original electrical panel, aging supply plumbing, roof and HVAC age, and unpermitted additions or conversions. |
| Northwoods and similar mid-century neighborhoods | The brick-to-siding transition point and its flashing, original windows, and outdated wiring types. |
| Lots near Crooked Creek or low-lying ground | Grading, gutters and downspouts, and moisture in crawlspaces and basements. |
| Newer construction and conversions | Permit history, tie-ins to older systems, and standard new-construction checks like attic insulation and roofing. |
Sources
- Census Bureau, American Community Survey: Doraville city, Georgia
- Wikipedia: Northwoods Historic District (National Register listing, June 2014)
- Wikipedia: Doraville, Georgia (Crooked Creek, General Motors plant history)
- DeKalb County Government: DeKalb County Extension to Host Radon Webinar (Nov. 30, 2023)
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 for a Doraville property.
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NACHI-certified inspectors
Every inspector on our team is certified, insured, and trained to the same detailed standard.
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90-day warranty included
Every home inspection comes backed by a 90-day warranty at no extra cost.
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Drone & infrared included
Roof drone imaging and thermal camera scanning are part of the inspection, not a pricey upsell.
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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 Doraville, 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 Doraville, 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: Doraville, GA
Why does the age of Doraville's housing matter for an inspection?
More than half of Doraville's homes were built between 1950 and 1979, according to Census Bureau data, so we pay particular attention to original electrical panels, aging plumbing, and additions that may not have been permitted or properly tied in.
Should I test for radon when buying a home in Doraville?
Yes. DeKalb County's own extension office reports about 18.9 percent of homes in the county have elevated levels. The test is an add-on to the same inspection visit.
How much does a home inspection cost in Doraville, 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 Doraville. 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 Doraville and across DeKalb County from our Atlanta office near Perimeter, backed by a 90-day warranty on every job.