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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Wallace Home Inspections. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$530 – $760
Typical inspection around $650
Homebuyers who booked Jon Wallace often turned up to find him already working. An October 2024 client arrived to notes already taken for the walkthrough; a March 2025 first-time buyer said he came early to get a jump start. Wallace Home Inspections is his own owner-operated shop in Swampscott, covering Massachusetts and New Hampshire with residential and commercial inspections, radon testing and wood-destroying-organism reports; he describes himself as a licensed inspector with a construction and carpentry background. His Massachusetts home inspector licence, #1129, is active on the state registry. Across dozens of Google reviews running from 2021 to 2026 — 123 ratings averaging 5 stars — the same word keeps coming back: thorough. An August 2023 client described drones used to map the roof and Jon crawling into the narrowest spots, with the report in hand within 24 hours. A September 2024 buyer purchasing from another state had the inspection explained virtually, in real time, and a photo-heavy report ready the next day. An April 2023 reviewer put him through a 150-year-old house and had a long list of questions answered in detail. Several reviewers were buying their first home, and what they describe is patience. An April 2026 client said he made them comfortable asking all their questions; a February 2024 buyer needed an inspection on two days' notice and got one; a November 2023 client said he was still answering questions weeks after the job. One October 2025 reviewer hired him twice — the first house fell through, so they brought him back for the next one. Money comes up plainly in the reviews. An August 2025 client said his quote came in under every other inspector they considered, a June 2022 buyer called his fee structure upfront, and a January 2023 reviewer mentioned a discount for paying cash. If you are buying on the North Shore and want an inspector who talks through what he finds while he finds it, that is what his clients describe. Two things to settle when you book: whether radon testing or a WDO report is inside your quote or priced separately, and how soon he can reach your inspection window, since a one-person shop books out around your closing dates.
Jon was phenomenal to work with! As a first time homeowner he made me feel really comfortable asking all of my questions. He was super knowledgeable and made this process really easy. I wasn't sure what a home inspection would entail but he checked every nook and cranny of the place and provided an extremely detailed report. I would absolutely engage with him again on a future purchase!
We wanted a reputable home inspector to assess our new home after purchase in this crazy MA sellers market, and Wallace Home Inspections was a highly rated service in our area. Meeting and spending a few hours with Jon as he thoroughly examined our home, I can totally see why he is so highly rated. Jon really knows his stuff, he's super respectful of your property and he leaves no stone unturned. He has such a calming aura and on walking into our house he put me immediately at ease. I felt able to tell him all of my worries relating to the most expensive investment of my life. He reassured me in places, agreed with me in others and gave me easily understandable resolutions to the recommendations he made. Walking around with him, I learned things about our property I would never have known otherwise. Overall, the home inspection was an enjoyable experience and the report was available to us with photographs attached on the same day. I'd give 6+ stars if I could. Highly recommended! Give him a call today!
We’ve actually worked with Jon twice now — the first house we were under agreement on ended up falling through, but we were so impressed with his work that we hired him again for our new home. He is extremely thorough, pays attention to every detail, and takes the time to explain things clearly. Jon was responsive, punctual for the inspection, and got the report back to us quickly both times. We feel very confident moving forward with our purchase thanks to his work. Highly recommend him to anyone in need of a reliable home inspector!
Jon did an amazing job on my inspection. He was very thorough, professional, responsive, and quoted me less than any other inspector I considered. Can’t recommend him highly enough.
Jonathan did a great job with our pre-offer inspection for our first home. He was very nice about answering all of our questions and was clearly very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him.
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Advanced technology4.6
Drone roof checks4.6
Explains as he goes4.3
Thorough explanations3.9