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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Cape Quality Home Inspections, LLC. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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Estimated range
$530 – $760
Typical inspection around $650
Cape Quality Home Inspections is a one-inspector operation in East Falmouth run by Jen Gould, who states she holds Massachusetts home inspector licence #964 and came to inspecting after more than 20 years in the construction industry. Her site says she generally takes one inspection a day and covers Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard. Every written account on file is from a home buyer, and every one is positive. Reviewers describe an unusually thorough walk-through: a 2021 buyer in East Falmouth who had been a contractor for 35 years called the inspection exceptional and said the explanations were clear and concise, and a 2018 first-time buyer wrote that she took her time with the house but more importantly with them. The recurring theme is teaching rather than box-ticking — shadowing the inspector, being told what was good and what was bad, and getting the report promptly. A 2021 reviewer added radon testing and said that when the first samples did not reach the lab in time, the retest was done free. A 2019 reviewer noted a discount for active military and veterans. What is worth knowing before you book: the written record is dated. The five reviews on file run from 2018 to 2021, with the most recent word-of-mouth being a 2024 Reddit comment where a Cape Cod poster said they had used her twice and would not use anyone else. The licence number is the business's own statement and has not been checked against the state registry here. If you want a hands-on inspector who will walk a first-time buyer through the house, this is a strong fit — confirm current licence status with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure and ask about availability, since a one-inspector shop books one job a day.
“Jen Gould... I've used her twice now and wouldn't use anyone else.”
I recently bought a home in Falmouth and I let Jen to inspect the house. She is very thorough and detailed orientated. She knew that I am a new owner and walked me through everything that I need to know. I also let her to do a Radon testing and the first ones didn't ship to the lab on time. Thus she offered to do it again for free. Overall she is a very nice person to work with and I recommend her to everyone who want to get the house inspected in the area.
In the process of purchasing a home in East Falmouth I wanted a local home inspector. I found Jen through the Chamber of Commerce of which I am a member and immediately chose to give her my business...what I got was an exceptional inspector that did an extremely thorough inspection with detailed explanations that were clear and concise. As a contractor for more than 35 years I was highly impressed with Jen's knowledge and understanding of all of the systems inside and outside of the home. There is nobody I would recommend more for a home inspection. Kudos Jen on a job well done and thank you for providing Kerri and I peace of mind in our purchase! We look forward to working with you again and I will certainly recommend you every chance I get.
Highly recommended! We reached out to Jen for the inspection of our first home. She was quick to respond and able to schedule our appointment within a week. Jen is thorough, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. She really went above and beyond with her willingness to help us understand the house and answer our questions.
Most certainly thorough and detailed. Shadowed inspector throughout the inspection and was informed on everything good and bad. I highly recommend Jen as she is detailed orientated and highly efficient. You will not be disappointed with the level of professionalism and service you get. I cannot sing enough praises about the job done. Also offers a military discount for active and veterans. Well done Jen, you offer an amazing service. Keep up the great work.
As first time home buyers, the whole process is daunting! Jennifer took her time with the house, but more importantly with us. Answering our questions and helping us understand problems with the property. The inspection report came promptly. So happy to have her as our home inspector, even our realtor was impressed!
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