# Wallace Home Inspections **Trade:** Home Inspection · **Address:** 15 Oak Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA · **Phone:** (781) 521-4032 · **Website:** https://wallacehomeinspections.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 4.4/5** (medium confidence) — from 85 reviews across 3 sources. A 0–5 star rating built from what customers and the public say (every review and mention weighted by where it was posted, how old, how detailed and how credible it is, shrunk toward a 3.5★ baseline when evidence is thin) plus what the record shows (Reddit recommendations or warnings, a registry-verified licence, how recently they were reviewed, customer work photos, BBB grade, negative news, a revoked licence). Positive record counts only as far as the reviews have earned it; penalties count in full. Confidence describes how much weighted evidence stands behind the number, never the number itself: low when fewer than about five normal reviews' worth of weight (or mentions only) support it, medium up to about twenty, high beyond that across at least two sources. An operator flag for a suspicious review pattern caps a rating at 3.5★ and marks it low. 100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Wallace Home Inspections is a Swampscott outfit built around one strength: Jon Wallace doesn't skip anything. Reviewers going back years use nearly the same language — every nook and cranny, every square inch, no stone unturned — to describe an inspector who shows up early, keeps working until the client arrives, and walks the whole property before handing over a same-day or next-morning report full of photos. His Massachusetts home inspector license is active and registry-verified. That's a real floor under a business built almost entirely on word of mouth: the written record runs from 2021 through mid-2026, and no negative review sits on file. The specifics repeat across years rather than clustering around one good month. In a 2023 review, a homeowner described him using drones to map roof conditions and crawling into the narrowest spots on a property, then delivering a report within 24 hours. A 2025 buyer who hired him twice — after an earlier deal fell through — called him extremely thorough and said he explained his findings clearly both times. In a 2023 review of a 150-year-old house, a customer said he welcomed a long list of questions and answered them in detail, handing over a report organized cleanly enough to show straight to contractors. A 2025 review mentioned a quote lower than other inspectors considered, and a 2023 review noted a discount for paying cash. The pattern that shows up most is responsiveness on short notice — reviewers across several years describe getting booked within two or three days, sometimes same-day, without the visit feeling rushed. First-time buyers in particular describe him as patient with a long list of questions and willing to talk through what's urgent versus cosmetic. There's no documented complaint anywhere in the record to weigh against that pattern. Worth confirming directly since it isn't spelled out consistently: exact turnaround time for your specific property, since the reports described range from same-day to the next morning depending on the job. **Strengths:** - Thorough inspections — reviewers say no detail goes unchecked - Fast turnaround — reports often delivered same day or next morning - Licensed inspector — active Massachusetts home inspector registration ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Holds an active, state-verified Massachusetts home inspector license _(confidence: high)_ - [State License Registry](https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home) — “MA home_inspector license 1129 registry-verified active” - In a 2023 review, a homeowner described drone roof mapping and crawling into narrow spots, with the report delivered within 24 hours _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNwemY2cXlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICpzf6qyAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Excellent Home Inspection Team! Jonathan was outstanding for our recent HI. Fro the drones he used to map out roof conditions to the dil…” - A 2025 buyer who hired him twice after an earlier deal fell through called him extremely thorough and said he explained findings clearly both times _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tScFZqVlZNVWhTZWpBeVZtMHlTMmxwTWxBeFpWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkRpVjVVMUhSejAyVm0yS2lpMlAxZVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ 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 …” - In a 2023 review of a 150-year-old home, the inspector welcomed many questions and answered them in detail, with a report organized for contractors _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSb2NXTUJBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDRocWMBA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jon was awesome and explained every step of the process. He was extremely responsive on a short inspection turn around. The inspection fo…” - Multiple reviewers describe getting an inspection booked within two to three days on short notice _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNkNXNtWmNREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICd5smZcQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My husband and I had a great experience working with Jon! We needed an inspection done quickly, and he was available with just two days n…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURwMUs2Y3NnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDp1K6csgE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jon managed to fit me in with short notice and did a very thorough job inspecting a home I made an offer on. With the present housing mar…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCaktLMW1BRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDBjKK1mAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ After searching for a home inspection company and calling various numbers Wallace home inspection was the only one that answered. We sche…” - A 2025 review noted a quote lower than other inspectors considered; a 2023 review mentioned a discount for paying cash _(confidence: low)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21aRldHRlRhRTlUWmxOb2JEVnVUbTQyVjNGcE5GRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmZFWGFTaE9TZlNobDVuTm42V3FpNFE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jon did an amazing job on my inspection. He was very thorough, professional, responsive, and quoted me less than any other inspector I co…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNCNjZuU1RnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICB66nSTg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Jonathan was on time, super nice and helpful and very thorough. It was a pleasure working with him and he offers a nice discount if you c…” - Specializes in Home Inspection _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kxdlkzY3dlWFpxZWtjMldGTTBNekZEVlROd1pIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xabef527c606ee0dd!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOi1vY3cweXZqekc2WFM0MzFDVTNwZHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ 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 kn…” - [State License Registry](https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home) — “MA home_inspector license 1129 registry-verified active” ## License Status: **active** (#1129, home_inspector) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-07-29, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://elicensing21.mass.gov/CitizenAccess/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=Home ## Sources - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Wallace%20Home%20Inspections&query_place_id=ChIJjT3mkXBt44kR3eBuYHxS76s): 5.0★ from 124 ratings - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Wallace%20Home%20Inspections&query_place_id=ChIJjT3mkXBt44kR3eBuYHxS76s): Listed on this source - [Official Website](https://wallacehomeinspections.com): Self-reported profile and service details ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kristina Ivas · 2026-04-02**: 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 … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · DeejiRae · 2025-10-09**: 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. … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jack Sylvestre · 2025-10-02**: 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… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ben Calef · 2025-08-29**: 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. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Meg Rosenberg · 2025-03-20**: 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. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Robert Hughes · 2025-03-15**: Jonathan was our inspector for purchasing our first home and he did an incredible job. He arrived a little early to get a jump start and was ready to walk us through everything he had already found when we arrived. We felt very confident in our knowledge of the shape of the house, he was very inform… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jacob Heins · 2024-10-01**: Jon is phenomenal; we arrived, he had already been there collecting detailed notes to guide our walk through. We discussed every detail, Jon was able to provide a lot of context for each of the potential issues and help us determine the urgency/severity of the problems so that we could easily make i… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Susan Paino · 2024-09-28**: Jon was thorough in our home inspection. He was knowledgeable and helpful, explaining everything in real time, but virtually as we were buying a home in another state. The report was professional, with lots of photos, and it was ready the next day for us to review. I recommend Jon for your home ins… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kyra Drescher · 2024-09-22**: Jon was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, thorough, organized and communicative. His inspection and report gave us a highly detailed and clear guide for our new home’s overall strengths, weaknesses and areas of potential improvement. His efficient and careful inspection has greatly help us in … - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Alexandria Goudy · 2024-06-14**: Great experience, very thorough and thoughtful. Answered all of questions, which made us feel very comfortable as first time homebuyers who are unfamiliar with the process and what to expect. Highly recommend! --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-07-06T23:44:24.814Z. Cite as: Wallace Home Inspections — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/wallace-home-inspections-swampscott) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/wallace-home-inspections-swampscott