Liz Martin Home Inspections

Liz Martin is a Massachusetts-licensed home inspector (#722) working the Boston metro — Brookline, Newton, and the towns around them — and her standing in the field is the first thing worth knowing. She has served as Vice-Chair of the state Board of Registration of Home Inspectors and sits on the American Society of Home Inspectors' education committee. When the Boston Globe wanted someone to explain what a home inspection can and can't tell a buyer, she is who they quoted. By the company's own account, the practice has been inspecting homes in Newton and nearby areas since 2008. The through-line in what past clients say is thoroughness: inspections described as detailed and patient, with reports written to be clear and easy to act on, and reviewers pointing to how carefully findings get organized and explained. One caveat for anyone weighing that praise — much of it sits on her own website, and there isn't a deep bench of independent, third-party ratings behind it. That doesn't contradict the positive picture, but it does mean the firmest verification here is her active state license and her seat on the board that regulates the profession. She's a sensible call for a buyer who wants an experienced, credentialed inspector for a Boston-area home and values a detailed written report. Before booking, confirm current availability and pricing directly, and if you want a pre-offer walk-through rather than a full inspection, ask how she handles consultations — something she has noted doing for clients.