Aaron, Oleo & Gary inspect it like they own it.
Aaron, Oleo and Gary walk every inch of the home with you — attic to crawlspace — then send a photo-rich digital report the same day. Real pricing up front. No repairs, no upsells, no 80-page jargon.
Some inspections aren't about buying a home — they're about protecting the one you already have.
“He found a hidden issue before closing — it saved us thousands.”
Where we inspect
No travel fee within 75 miles of DC or Baltimore
Your inspectors
Aaron Lewis
Founder & Lead Inspector
Oleo Samuels
Certified Inspector
Gary Anjorin
Certified Inspector
Licensed, insured and local. You'll know your inspector's name before they knock.
Same-day reports
Photos + plain English
Licensed & insured
MD · VA · DC
Pay at closing
Available on request
4.9★ rated
29 verified reviews
Polaris field journal
Three real inspection chapters, told through the details Aaron, Oleo and Gary refuse to walk past.
Field photoChapter 01 · The basement
That chalky bloom is efflorescence — salt left behind by water that has already moved through the foundation. Buyers walk past it. We put a moisture meter on it.
In older DMV housing stock it usually points at grading, a buried downspout, or a failed exterior seal. Cheap to fix before closing. Brutal to inherit after.
$5k–$15k
Typical cost of a water intrusion issue caught too late
Field note by Oleo Samuels
Basements, moisture & older DMV homes
Field photoChapter 02 · The roof & the systems
Chimney flashing, shingle wear, attic ventilation, panel heat signatures. The failures that cost the most money are almost never visible from the driveway.
Thermal imaging shows us what eyes can't: overheating breakers, missing insulation, moisture tracking behind finished drywall. It all lands in your report with photos.
2–4 hrs
On site, every system, every level of the home
Field note by Gary Anjorin
Roofs, panels & hidden systems
Field photoChapter 03 · Closing day
Some of our reports end negotiations. Most of them end worry. You get a clear picture of the home — what's solid, what needs attention this year, and what can wait a decade.
Then you get the keys knowing exactly what you signed for. That's the whole job.
Same day
Report delivered before the day ends
Field note by Aaron Lewis
Builder insight translated for buyers
“He uncovered a hidden issue we got fixed before closing — saving us thousands and major stress.”
Andre B. Cotten · Washington, DC
What we offer
Radon, termites, aging cast-iron sewer lines and damp basements are regional realities here. Bundle what your home needs and save up to $200.
Every major system, top to bottom. Same-day digital report with photos.
From $395
60–90 minute verbal walkthrough — perfect for competitive pre-offer decisions.
$299
The EPA recommends radon testing for every DMV home. 48-hour test.
$199
Required for VA loans. Includes a one-year pest warranty.
$99
Lab-analyzed air sampling for basements and past water damage.
$249
Camera down the line. Catches issues before they become $15K problems.
$599
Lead, bacteria, nitrates and more — well or municipal supply.
$229
Focused structural walkthrough with full photo documentation.
$299
Roof, electrical, plumbing and HVAC condition survey for insurers.
$299
Signed certification for your rental license application.
$199
Storm, aging or pre-listing roof evaluation with photo evidence.
$249
Sell with no surprises. Fix what matters before buyers find it.
From $395
Not just for buyers
Annual maintenance inspections, pre-listing inspections and 11-month warranty inspections catch small problems while they're still small — before a $300 repair becomes a $9,000 one.
Bundle & save
Pick the package that matches your property type. Savings apply automatically in the calculator.
City & suburban homes
Save $50
Price this packageOlder homes & finished basements
Save $150
Price this packageWell water & septic properties
Save $200
Price this packageMaryland landlords & investors
Save $99
Price this packageFree interactive tool
Real Polaris pricing for your specific property. No “starting at” tricks, no surprise fees at the door. Your quote is held for 7 days when you book online.
Drag to your home's approximate square footage.
Bracket: 1,500 – 3,000 sq ft
Travel fees only apply outside our 75-mile DC / Baltimore radius.
Tap to add. Bundle savings apply automatically.
Your estimate
Quote held 7 days · Pay at closing available · No hidden fees
The Polaris promise
Walk the entire inspection alongside your inspector and learn the home first-hand — not from a PDF.
Licensed in Maryland, Virginia and DC. ASHI and InterNACHI certified. Insured for your protection.
Your photo-rich digital report the same day — clear answers your agent can negotiate with tonight.
We don't sell repairs, so we never over-flag. Just honest findings and straight answers.
10+ years building DMV homes means we know exactly where they fail — and where to look first.
Evenings, weekends and rush requests. Contracts don't wait for business hours and neither do we.
Inside the report
Your report reads like a story of the house — with pictures, priority levels and plain-English next steps.
Inspector checking brick foundation and siding with a flashlight
Attic framing and insulation inspected with a work light
Same-day digital inspection report displayed on a tablet
Brick colonial home in suburban Maryland at golden hour
Thermal imaging of an electrical panel during inspection
Black inspector checking basement furnace and mechanical systems
“Thorough, patient, and incredibly kind.”
Andre B. Cotten · Washington DC
Meet your inspectors
You'll never get a stranger in an unmarked van. You'll know who's showing up, what they're certified in, and how to reach them after the report lands.
Founder & Licensed Home Inspector
Aaron spent a decade building homes across the DMV before he ever inspected one. That's why he knows where local builders cut corners — and why clients say he explains everything without ever rushing.
Certified Home Inspector
Oleo is the inspector buyers request by name for older rowhomes and basements. Patient, methodical, and happy to answer the same question three different ways until it clicks.
Certified Home Inspector
Gary handles our Virginia and Baltimore Metro routes. Systems-focused, blunt in the best way, and relentless about roofs, crawlspaces and anything hiding behind a panel.
How it works
No phone tag, no “we'll email it next week.” Here's exactly what happens.
Use the calculator or call us. Real numbers up front — the quote you see is the quote you pay.
Most inspections book 2–3 business days out. Rush and weekend slots are available.
2–4 hours on site. Ask everything. You'll leave understanding how the house actually works.
Photos, plain-English findings, priority levels. In your inbox before the day ends.
Every word, unedited
Real reviews from our Google Business Profile — published in full, nothing trimmed.
“Huge shoutout to Polaris Home Inspections! Our inspector was thorough, patient, and incredibly kind. He uncovered a hidden issue we got fixed BEFORE closing, saving us thousands and major stress. Truly gave us confidence in our purchase. Highly recommend!”
“I recently had the pleasure of working with Polaris Home Inspections, and I couldn't be more impressed with the level of service provided. The inspection was incredibly detailed, and everything was explained in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. The report was delivered promptly and was well-organized, giving me confidence in making informed decisions.”
Left a 5-star rating on Google.
Where we work
Nine core service areas across three jurisdictions. No travel fee anywhere within 75 miles of DC or Baltimore.
Montgomery County, MD
Bethesda · Rockville · Silver Spring
Fairfax County, VA
Vienna · Reston · Falls Church
Washington, DC
All eight wards
Prince George's County, MD
Bowie · Largo · Hyattsville
Loudoun County, VA
Ashburn · Leesburg · Sterling
Arlington & Alexandria, VA
Clarendon · Old Town
Howard County, MD
Columbia · Ellicott City
Eastern Shore, MD
Easton · Salisbury · Ocean City
Baltimore Metro
City · Towson · Catonsville
Covering DC, Maryland & Virginia
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week by appointment
Questions, answered
Still unsure? Call and talk to an actual inspector — not a call center.
(301) 781-7800Same day, every time. Your photo-rich digital report lands in your inbox before the end of the day we inspect — usually within a few hours — so your agent can start negotiating immediately.
Most base inspections run $395–$849 depending on square footage. Our calculator on this page gives you a real number in about 60 seconds — no 'starting at' games, no surprise fees at the door.
We insist on it. You'll follow your inspector through the home, see everything we see, and leave knowing how your house actually works — where the shutoffs are, what to watch, what can wait.
Yes. Polaris is fully licensed in Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC, ASHI and InterNACHI certified, and fully insured — for your protection and ours.
Never. We don't sell repairs, which means we have zero incentive to over-flag anything. You get honest findings and nothing else.
Yes — pay-at-closing is available on most transactions. Ask when you book and we'll arrange it with your title company.
Most Polaris inspections book 2–3 business days out, but we work seven days a week and can often accommodate rush and same-week requests. Call us and we'll make it work.
Our team spent 10+ years building homes in the DMV. We do pre-drywall, final walkthrough and 11-month warranty inspections — and we know exactly where local builders cut corners.
Ready when you are
Most Polaris inspections book within 2–3 business days — and we answer the phone seven days a week.
