On time, detailed, excellent report, thorough, and went above and beyond to make sure we had all our questions answered.

I recently recommended Donofrio Inspections to a client I met at one of my open houses, and John Kubitz delivered exceptional service. My client had purchased two properties prior to meeting me,but this was his first time having an inspection. John, with his background as a plumber, was incredibly thorough and provided invaluable insights. My client mentioned how much he learned about the house and now truly understands the value of a detailed inspection. I couldn't be more pleased with the service John provided--highly recommend! --- Let me know if you'd like any further adjustments! read more

Donofrio & Associates - Single Family home - Home Inspectors Near Me - Ashburn, Virginia

My husband and I had a great experience with Donofrio & Associates for our home inspection when we first purchased our townhouse over 5 years ago. When we bought our single home, it was an easy decision to go with them again. Inspector Matt came out and spent a well-worth 4.5 hours with us. He walked us through everything and was so knowledgable. He was patient when answering our questions and provided helpful recommendations. It really made us feel more at ease when purchasing such a huge investment. If we were to ever purchase another property in the future, we would gladly go through this company again. read more

We recently used Donofrio & Associates for a home inspection. Everything was quick and easy: from setting up the appointment online to walking the home with the inspector! After setting up the appointment online, we received a call within 24 hours to confirm details, gather additional information, and answer all questions. They did such a grand job explaining what I can expect, there were no open questions. On the day of the inspection, Brian was early (on time), great energy, and ready for us. He actually started with the outside of the home and was able to explain his initial findings. His iPad was full of details and pictures, so this made it super easy to follow. Since we did not want to interrupt Brian's flow, he continued his inspection and let us know that he could help answer any and all questions. At the end of the inspection, we reviewed every scroll of Brian's iPad. It wasn't a rushed conversation, instead, it was informative and easy going! We enjoyed the experience and will totally recommend their services to anyone in need. read more

Absolutely warning prospective buyers to avoid this inspection service at all costs. Less than five years into owning our home, we find new - major - issues that the inspection completely missed over and over. From duct work and HVAC to major appliances and everything in between. Within the first year we had major appliances malfunctioning and within first three years other major appliances were failing. Every single technician and repairman that has visited has noted "this was something that should have been caught during your inspection." It's so clear this company is beloved by realtors, to overlook issues and drive sales. read more

Honestly couldn't have gone any better. Our inspector was prompt, polite, and extremely knowledgeable.

Our home was inspected by Donofrio and Associates, LLC for the buyer of our home. Our property has natural gas appliances, specifically a gas fireplace. After the inspection, our house was empty for about five hours. When we got home, I started to put our 8-month-old twins to bed. When I returned to the main floor, I smelled a significant amount of gas centered on the fireplace. Further inspection showed that the pilot light was out, and the flow regulator was stuck at full-on. As fast as I could, I turned the gas fireplace off. I called the company and notified them of the incident, and one of the owners called me. He was clearly looking to avoid blame at all costs. Instead of speaking to his inspector to find out what happened, he called me and was aggressive and immediately attempted to shift blame to my family. I mean, I get mistakes can happen, but maybe you could just say "sorry" and leave the combative attitude for someone else... and not the family of four you could have harmed. The gross professional and personal negligence of the home inspector could have led to the deaths of myself, my husband, our two 8-month-old twins and our two cats, and the serious damage or destruction of our property. As a licensed home inspector they should have recognized the smell of natural gas, identified where it emanated from, and took corrective action to fix the problem that they caused before leaving the property. Remember, picking an inspector when you purchase a new home is to protect your future investment. If the house blows up, it isn't an investment to anyone. Take your money elsewhere. You'll get better and safer service. read more

As a Veteran I would not recommend. Uses Veterans for income nor for ethical practices. Extensive water, electrical and HVAC damage missed (Approx. $25K). Look at all of the photos for yourself. I have ulcers from this experience on my hands, arms and legs, and the stress has been unbearable and caused me to shake. At the age of 53 I will most likely never recover financially. I asked company to reasonably reimburse $15K or face legal action, and this was the owner's snotty response, he is a lazy and unethical person who hides behind his limited liability, the management company for this property stated it was Donofrio's fault: Hi Tom, We will not pay your request. There is no need to wait for an attorney, you may act now. Please give him the agreement you signed from is limiting our liability to the inspection fee. This may prevent you from wasting money on an attorney. I hope you are able to remedy your condo issues and your health issues in a timely manner. Have a great night. Joey Joey Donofrio Principal Owner Donofrio & Associates, LLC read more

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AVOID THIS COMPANY AT ALL COSTS. Early 2022 we bought a home that required a home inspection. We trusted our relator's suggestion and the positive reviews on google with Donofrio. Everything seemed like it was going well during the time of inspection having conversations about how we were about to have another baby and the inspector emphasized the importance of moving into a place that was safe for a growing family. Being we are not home professionals we rely on people like Donofrio to provide us with honest and transparent feedback about such a large purchase. Well, about 2 months of living in the house our pest control service informed us we have a termite issue that had been an established problem of well over a year. They were surprised to find out we just moved into the house because this problem was so obvious the inspector should have caught it. We thought the worst was behind us. Welp, here comes the attic inspection. We are now told we have a rodent infestation! And not one that just happened overnight but has been there so long that the insulation has changed color and there is an entire network of pathways and dens. We were told this has to have been going on for years. At this point we were like "why didn't the inspectors find this if it was so obvious?" We politely brought this up via e-mail to Donofrio to understand why this was missed. It took months to get a response and let me tell you, it was not a kind response. I have had poor customer service in the past but I don't think it has ever been this unprofessional, condescending, or tactless in my life! Like, it's not just a burger that was made incorrectly, this is OUR HOME and WE TRUSTED YOU! Patronizing us by saying that "homeownership costs money and requires continual maintenance" when it was your negligence in disclosing these established problems that are costing our family thousands of dollars in an already expensive housing market. Zero accountability was taken by saying "I understand your need to play the blame game, but this was not our fault." Seriously? I would have been fine (because the state of VA protects companies like this) if they professionally said, "I am sorry that this has happened, we take pride in our work and will be sure to address this internally, thank you for bringing this to our attention." Even better if they just returned the fee, though didn't expect that or anything more. Nope! That was not the approach. Instead we essentially are being cyberbullied. So please, if you have taken the time to read this review DO NOT USE DONOFRIO. I see that this has happened to a few others as well and I feel for them. It must be nice to be making bank in a hot market to not care whether or not you are doing a good job. Well I will tell you that you are doing a disservice to those who are working hard to make the money to pay for your negligence. If I could give 0 stars or less I would. read more

I used Donofrio for the home inspection on the condo I am in the process of purchasing and the level of service I received was 2nd to none! Two inspectors completed the process and were extremely thorough. They explained what they were doing along the way, answered questions I posed and also provided home owner tips on maintenance of appliances and units such as HVAC and hot water heaters. They use really great technology as well to capture notes and pictures during the inspection which allows them to send the report within hours after completion. I highly recommend their services to anyone purchasing a new home. read more

Brandon was phenomenal with our home inspection. He was really thorough and took the time to explain all the questions we had. Very detailed and gave good recommendations to us. Definitely a two thumbs up!! read more

Used this service for a home inspection. Their service was prompt. They explained the steps and pointed out any issues while talking about prospective remediation. The report was sent out the same day. Would use again. read more

Update: Now, October, several months after we move in, our drywall starts cracking. We hire a well reviewed foundation specialist who informs us, after taking extensive measurements for 2 hours, our house is sinking in the middle and we need 3 jacks and footings to fix the problem. This is estimated at $8000. So a foundation problem was also missed. After everything I've mentioned, and not mentioned, we have spent over $40,000 on repairs that the inspector missed and is "not liable for." Please, please consider using another company for your home inspection. Don't end up in the same position unless you have lots of money to burn. read more

This was my first time asking for an inspection on a property and my experience was nothing short of seamless. The price is calculated per size of home, and when getting a quote, there was no BS. Simple, straightforward, which made me comfortable moving forward. The inspection was scheduled the next day- my realtor's associate attended (I could not). Less than 2 hours later I received the detailed report, photos, explanations, and all. Note- you will need to pay before receiving the report, but credit card (transaction fee applies) or check work just as well!! 100% recommend for simplicity, professionalism, and speed. Many thanks! read more

We used Donofrio for our post-purchase inspection. Brandon and his partner did an amazing job, working together to thoroughly cover the house inside and out. While we were there, they pointed out some key areas to pay attention to in the future, as well as some current issues. Throughout, they were professional and courteous, explaining what they were doing and why. If there was something in particular that might not translate well to the inspection report, they showed it to us and explained the issue comprehensively. The inspection report that we received covered all the details that they explained to us, as well as providing photos of everything they inspected. It covered, in detail, the items that needed more immediate attention and those that were things to keep an eye on. They also include a recommended maintenance schedule for equipment and the structure. Overall, we were very happy with Donofrio and would highly recommend them to anyone considering a home purchase or just wanting to know what kind of attention their home needs. read more

Mediocre inspection job... but rating at one star because they sold my personal information to a bunch of vendors who then started calling me on my cell phone. By all means hire them if you want to get unsolicited calls.... read more

Our inspector, Lenny, was very friendly and very thorough. Great at communicating everything to us, pointing out things we should know, and helping us sort out the most important items from the less important items. The report is really detailed with photographs and annotations to make everything very clear. read more

Inspector Matt was punctual and very helpful, explaining what he was finding as he went along. For a first time homebuyer this was invaluable. While Donofrio is more expensive than other inspectors, the value, including advanced scanning for water damage, makes the price worthwhile. read more

Matt from Donofrio came to inspect our prospective home today and we are so impressed! He took the time to educate us and answer all of our questions from his wealth of experience in the field. We feel confident about our home purchase after hearing his detailed reports. We just wish we could hire him to oversee all our home repairs in the future! Also, the front desk staff at Donofrio were very kind and flexible. In this crazy real estate market they went above and beyond to accommodate our quick timeline. read more

We were We were recommended to this company by our realtor. The company provided a very detailed report that was essential during the new construction process. Definitely recommend this company for home inspections. read more

We had an inspection of our first home with Matt Setter of Donofrio & Associates. He was thorough, detailed, very informative, and took his time to make sure we understood any issues or subpar items in the house and the severity of damage. We feel confident that his report was accurate, honest, and with our best interest in mind. His inspection will give us much needed peace of mind as we begin the process of moving into our very first home. read more

Our inspection was done by John and he was awesome. He called attention to things in the house that we needed to see when he found then and was very attentive to the details. He also took a ton of pictures and walked us through the report. It was helpful to have the in person explanation and the opportunity to ask questions then especially as first time home owners. John also told us to contact him anytime if we needed his input. read more

We got a home inspection from Donofrio & Associates. The inspector Matt was very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. He thoroughly walked us through the scope of the inspection and shared tips on how to maintain the house as he performed his inspection. He spent his time explaining every issues he found at the end. We got the report a few hours after he left. We would highly recommend Matt if you have need for a home inspector. read more

I had to schedule a home inspection with a few days. Donofrio was quick in responding to my request for an appointment. The home inspection was very thorough and the inspector, Daniel was patient as I asked tons of questions. He provided bias free information to insure I best knowledge on the positive and negative results. Would recommend this agency and inspector for your home inspection needs. read more

John Flamish was great to work with! He showed up early (and this was already an early morning inspection), he was very thorough looking over everything and explaining to us along the way, and gave an easy to understand summary at the end. He was patient and thorough answering questions. Our report was available immediately complete with pictures, description, and recommended remedies. He was super friendly and even brought donut holes! Would highly recommend! read more

John was awesome. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. He explained any issues and answered any questions I had. The report was in my inbox within 30 minutes of completing the inspection. read more

We used Donofrio to have an inspection done before buying a home. Johnny was thorough in his inspection and talked through a lot of the things with us that he saw throughout. Overall we had a great experience from start to finish. read more

Johnny Flamish did our recent home inspection and was both thorough and informative. He spent a large amount of time explaining things to us about what we should improve and what we can ask the seller for in an addendum. We had a great experience! read more

Brandon was incredibly knowledgeable and kind. We are first time home buyers so really appreciated his patience as we asked questions and walked through our new home. read more

Needed a thorough inspection done quickly for the purchase of a home. They came out promptly the next day, walked the house with me pointing out areas that were both major and minor, and walked my wife and I through all the finding, which they also provided electronically. We were very pleased with their professionalism and recommend them highly! read more

Donofrio completed my inspection August 2020. The overall service and experience from beginning to end was excellent and effortless. I highly recommend Donofrio and asking for inspector Mr. John Flamish. In summary, - I have had numerous inspections over the years, but this was by far the best inspection and experience I've had. - The overall service and experience from beginning to end was excellent and effortless. - Mr. Flamish provided a great experience, a high-quality report, made me comfortable with the process, and saved me almost $10k. - The system is 100% electronic and accessing the report was easy and interactive Experience with the inspector John Flamish - He was observant and intuitively understood my boundaries regarding my comfort level and COVID related social distancing requirements. - He took the time to explain what he was doing and why every step of the way. - He was extremely thorough throughout the inspection process, and it was apparent he was not trying to cut corners. He was crawling, climbing, and doing whatever he needed to do to complete the inspection. - He remained friendly and patient with all my questions, and while I explained different aspects of the home, which he undoubtedly already knew through his observations and expertise. - Even with the explanations throughout the inspection process, in the end, he walked me through all the significant issues and reiterated was he previously explained. Additionally, he went a step further and explained why I should care about it. - Mr. Flemish had my Report completed and delivered within 3 hours. The thouroughness of the Report and turnaround time for a report that detailed surpassed expectations, to say the least. - The fact the Mr. Flemish included both technical and layman's narratives in the Report came in handy, especially when negotiating with the Seller. Seller response to the inspection report - When I showed the inspection to the Seller, his response was, "Wow, this was the best inspection report I've seen. This guy is the one to call for my future inspections. I am going to keep his information." - Based on Mr. Flemish's inspection report, the Seller agreed to both repairs and a reduction in the sale price. A combined value and savings of almost $10k. Experience coordinating scheduling, payment, and system Scheduling: - The system in place was effortless. The scheduling representative was friendly and descriptive with the services, which allowed me to select the right combination of offerings for me. - I called on a Saturday and they were on site two days later on Monday. The turnaround time from initial contact to inspection surpassed expectations. - The e-signing process for the inspection agreement was also effortless. Payment: This was also transparent and effortless. The invoicing system and electronic payment system is excellent. System - The online reporting system you have is phenomenal. The fact that there is both an online interactive web-based version and a downloadable interactive PDF version of the reports is fantastic - The fact that the Report is organized, categorized, and contains both technical and layman's narratives in both the full and summary came in handy, especially when negotiating with the Seller. - The completely electronic experience from agreement to reporting is outstanding. - The fact that the online Report is always available to me and does not expire was unexpected but great feature nonetheless. read more

Extremely thorough, professional, patient and knowledgeable inspectors. Lenny and Johnny were on-site for over six hours and completed a very detailed inspection on a large home and barn with a two bedroom apartment above it. I highly recommend Lenny, Johnny and Donofrio & Associates for your home inspection needs. read more

I give Donofrio & Associates and their home inspector, Bryan Brosnan 6 stars ! Because they are in a category by themselves. Théir attention to détail, professionalism, customer service and experience exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend them to all homebuyers. As a homeowner you owe it to yourself to have them in your corner. read more

My experience with Donofrio $ Associates was great. I was in a time crunch for a pre-purchase inspection and I needed to have it done asap. Derek and his team went above and beyond and scheduled the inspection on Labor day. Communication was swift and detailed. They did all the tests I needed and the report came back in a couple of hours. Going to the inspection appointment, I didn't know much about what is going be done. Bu John, the technician who did the inspection for me was great! He arrived on time, explained what he is doing in detail and went right to work. Every step of the way he paused and explained what he was doing and what to expect. He made the whole thing easy to understand and fun. He was friendly, humorous and very knowledgeable. When he finished the inspection, he once gave us a detailed analysis of what he found and what that means going forward. I was extremely satisficed with the services and I could not recommend them enough! read more

My husband and I hired Donofrio & Associates for our pre-drywall inspection and our pre-settlement inspection for our new construction home in Ashburn. For the pre-drywall inspection we didn't really feel like we got our money's worth -- not because they weren't able to find much but because we just felt like he didn't really provide us with any information and he didn't seem as knowledgeable as our pre-settlement inspector. Our pre-drywall and pre-settlement inspectors were different. However for the pre-settlement inspection we had Jason Donofrio who was fantastic. He came early with a digital camera and all his tools for his process. He tested ALL the outlets, went into the attic to make sure everything was in tact up there, he tested the smoke alarms, the air conditioning, the heat, I mean every little thing you could think of. He was very thorough and we truly appreciated his input. He was very nice and answered all of our small questions as first time homebuyers. Luckily there were only a few minor things that he found with the house that needed to be addressed, but his completeness was highly appreciated. To top it all off, the report was sent to us about an hour after he left the inspection site. I can't tell you how much I appreciate punctual behavior as a client. read more

Our real estate agent arranged for Donofrio & Associates to come for an inspection on our first condo. Daniel was on time, efficient and thorough as well as knowledgable. Would highly recommend their services-- we were able to get an appointment short notice! read more

I'm very pleased with my inspection by Lenny at Donofrio. Lenny was thorough, detail-oriented, and took his time--both looking at everything in the home, and walking me through what he was seeing. He was also timely in terms of sending the report (same day) and following up. It was a very positive experience working with Donofrio! read more

Our Real Estate agent set-up the appointment for us. Daniel from Donofrio & Associates showed up promptly and spent about an hour and a half inspecting our 2200 sq.ft. four story townhome. He clearly explained his findings and answered any questions we had. I received a PDF report in my email with detailed description and photos for our records. read more

I had the best experience booking my homeowners inspection with the people at Donofrio and Associates. I was very nervous because this is my first time buying a home but I feel confident that Bryan my inspector was super thorough. He was in every nook and cranny of the home. He was extremely knowledgeable about details regarding it being an older home and what was acceptable and what was not. He had a very nice demeanor and took the time to show and explain things to me along the way. Booking the inspection with Claire was fast and easy! I needed it to be done ASAP and was able to contact her Saturday morning and get the inspection done Monday morning. Her email communications addressed all of my thousands of questions that each seemed to be in a new email since I was totally scatterbrained about the whole process. She was patient and extremely timely with her responses even on a Sunday! Thank you so much Donofrio and Associates specifically Claire and Bryan! I could not be more excited to move forward with my new home! read more

John and Brandon arrived right on time (actually, even a little bit early, which was wonderful as we were ready for them) and were fantastic about explaining what they would do and how they were going about each step. Where they uncovered any issues, they explained in simple terms what was wrong and what kind of repair expert could help fix it (whether it was something that needed a plumber, an electrician, etc), without us feeling overwhelmed. They worked quickly and efficiently, and were super friendly and easy to be around. They were Covid-cautious and perfectly professional. We got our report back just a few hours after they'd left our property. Could not have had a better experience! read more