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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Boston Home Inspectors. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
Firms price in size tiers, not per foot — pick the bracket.
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$530 – $760
Typical inspection around $650
Boston Home Inspectors is a family business in South Boston run by James (Jim), Aidan and Devin Brock, who say they have served the Boston area for more than 25 years and performed more than 12,000 inspections between them. The state registry shows James L. Brock's Massachusetts home inspector license as active. Buyers who wrote on Google from 2022 to 2025 talk about explanation as much as findings. In March 2025, a buyer said Jim did a foundation-to-roof inspection and was honest about the building's shortcomings. In 2022 reviews, customers described Devin arriving early, labeling equipment manufacturing dates, tagging shutoff valves and walking through maintenance. A July 2022 buyer said Aiden did their inspection the day after their offer was accepted, sent the written report shortly after, and that the company helped with radon testing. A Reddit commenter on r/massachusetts recommended Jim Brock in August 2026. On Google, though, it holds 3.4 stars from 30 ratings. A February 2023 reviewer, while calling the inspections probably fine, criticized the company's Instagram conduct toward strangers. Its BBB page carries an A+ grade.
“Jim Brock from Boston Home Inspectors as well”
Great home inspection! Jim was thorough and did a fabulous job explaining to the buyers his findings! Fort point property
Jim was incredibly thorough and knowledgeable. He not only completed a foundation-to-roof inspection, he also provided very helpful advice for a potential new homeowner. He didn't sugar-coat anything, and he was very honest about the shortcomings of the building. Would use his services again!
Mr. Brock does great work! I am extremely happy with his attention to detail and his ability to present the findings in ways that were easy for me to understand. I highly recommend this company for anyone looking to purchase property!
Jim was awesome. Really enjoyed working with him. He was thoughtful, thorough, and took time to explain everything he saw. Thank you.
Has nothing better to do than attacking random strangers with official profile on Instagram. Home inspections probably fine but not a nice professional image.
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2 changes recorded — last scanned Sep 1, 2026.
Inspection report delivered the same day4.5
Flags problems without alarming buyers4.5
Patient explanations4.0