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Title 5 Specialists does Title V septic system inspections, and the company says it works in Eastern Massachusetts. A 2026 customer said Patrick, the Title V inspector for their house, was punctual, showed up prepared and took the time to explain the process and answer questions. In a 2025 review, a customer said Patrick Rutledge completed the inspection after a lot of extra work turned out to be needed, including removing numerous shrubs, and didn't charge anything extra. A 2025 customer wrote that Patrick explained the whole inspection process and took good care of the area he dug for the inspection. A 2023 customer said Patrick was on time and explained everything they needed to know about the process, and wrote that the "Report was delivered exactly as he said would be." A 2022 customer said Patrick arrived on time for the inspection and prepared the report in a very timely manner.
Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Title 5 Specialists. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
Firms price in size tiers, not per foot — pick the bracket.
Estimated range
$530 – $760
Typical inspection around $650
Patrick was excellent as the Title V Inspector for my house. He was punctual, efficient, and professional. He showed up prepared and knew exactly what he was doing. He was also courteous and personable and took the time to explain the process and to thoroughly and patiently answer questions. I’m glad I chose this company.
We had a great experience working with Patrick Rutledge. He was extremely professional, punctual, and came fully prepared with all the necessary plans and materials. What truly stood out was his dedication—he went above and beyond to complete the inspection, even after we discovered that a lot of extra work was needed, including removing numerous shrubs. He handled it all without hesitation and didn’t charge anything extra. Highly recommended!
Patrick was very professional and explained the whole inspection process very well. He also took good care of the area that he dug for the inspection.
Very knowledgeable and courteous. Came out fast and did a great job.Highly recommend!
Great experience with Title V inspection. Patrick was on time and very professional. He was very knowledgeable and explained everything I needed to know about the process. Report was delivered exactly as he said would be. Highly recommended.
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Inspection report delivered the same day4.5
Flags problems without alarming buyers4.5
Thorough inspections3.0
Walks buyers through the findings4.0