This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.
This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.
About us
- What sets me apart from other top inspectors is rather than spending 2-1/2 to 3 hrs. merely documenting the home's structure, systems, and components, and identifying deficiencies and potential problems; I focus upon teaching you about the home. Yes, it will be me, not a (surprise) employee, who will be serving you. Rather than simply enabling you to make informed decisions regarding your contract to purchase, I am enabling you to understand the specifics of your future home, which thereby enable me to teach you how to operate its systems most efficiently, reduce your energy costs, and how to maintain your home and protect your investment. You needn’t ask if you can accompany me and ask questions — I will arrive about an hour before you to set up my program, and document exterior conditions. Upon your arrival we will enter, conduct a detailed orientation, then inspect the home together. During which I’ll explain everything and answer any questions you may have. When we’ve completed inspecting, we’ll review the draft of the upcoming report, so you’ll know what issues will be in the report before we leave. Please be prepared to spent 4 hours with me. Why hire an inspector whose services merely meet Licensing and Certification minimum requirements which focus only upon protecting your contractual needs by identifying deficiencies and concerns? When for the same investment, you can participate in an LBI Education Inspection which in addition to providing you with a more comprehensive report, also teaches you all about the property, answers your questions, and provides a report created to serve as an informative manual similar to what is in the glove box of your vehicle.
Business highlights
Eco Friendly
Family owned & operated
Emergency services offered
LGBTQ+ Friendly
28 years of experience
Services we offer
Home inspection, architect, explanation of causes as well as symptoms of problems discovered while performing home inspections, quality control, dispute resolution, litigation support, and construction forensics.
Services we don't offer
When contacted regarding services I do not personally provide, I offer free consultation regarding the concern(s) in question. Thus helping the consumer better understand their needs, thus enable their ability to make informed decisions when communicating with specific providers. In many instances, once needs are properly determined, I may provide such services through subcontractors I am comfortable recommending.
Amenities
Eco Friendly Accreditations
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount
yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- American Express
- Check
- Visa
- Discover
- MasterCard
Our recent projects
- 6
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Reviews
4.956 Reviews
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Mary T.
Sep 2013
Home Inspection
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Van A.
May 2013
Home Inspection
Using LBI Home inspections was the single best decision I made in my
home buying process. Mark Lodner of LBI was extremely helpful in
providing us a detailed home inspection report, which ultimately proved
to be priceless in negotiating our contract. The level of detail in the
report and the thorough explanation of everything he was looking at
during the walk through, made us feel very comfortable with the
inspection.
When buying an older home, some problems are hard to
spot, and may show up after the inspection and before closing (termites
etc.) Most impressive to me was even after the inspection was complete,
Mark made himself available in the days leading up to our closing,
answering any questions that we had with the same level of attention and
care as when he was during the inspection.
His expert level of care ultimately saved us from buying a house that looked good on the
surface, but was riddled with problems that were a little out of our
price range. I would use no other home inspector as long as I am buying
in his area, because when you call Mark Lodner, you're not calling an
inspector, you're calling your best ally in your search for a new home.
home buying process. Mark Lodner of LBI was extremely helpful in
providing us a detailed home inspection report, which ultimately proved
to be priceless in negotiating our contract. The level of detail in the
report and the thorough explanation of everything he was looking at
during the walk through, made us feel very comfortable with the
inspection.
When buying an older home, some problems are hard to
spot, and may show up after the inspection and before closing (termites
etc.) Most impressive to me was even after the inspection was complete,
Mark made himself available in the days leading up to our closing,
answering any questions that we had with the same level of attention and
care as when he was during the inspection.
His expert level of care ultimately saved us from buying a house that looked good on the
surface, but was riddled with problems that were a little out of our
price range. I would use no other home inspector as long as I am buying
in his area, because when you call Mark Lodner, you're not calling an
inspector, you're calling your best ally in your search for a new home.
Response from LBI Home & Building Inspection
"Not to mis-lead anyone, actual cost was $375."
Alex S.
Mar 2013
Home Inspection
Mark Londner with LBI Home Inspection did our home inspection about a year ago. Mark pays meticulous attention to detail and focuses on educating you on the home you are about to buy. As a first-time home buyer, I was apprehensive about the duties of home maintenance, but Mark took the time to explain all the complexities of the home in a straight forward and easy-to-understand way that anyone can relate to; even a veteran homeowner can learn a lot from Mark. During the home inspection, I learned invaluable information about the home itself, all the systems in the home, how to conserve energy and save money, and how to maintain the home to avoid costly repairs. Mark even took the time to write down the maintenance items we discussed that would improve the energy efficiency of the home and at the conclusion of the home inspection he handed me a notebook with the home inspection report along with a book about how to operate the home. Now that I have been living in my home for a year, I can?t tell you how much I?ve benefited from what I?ve learned from Mark?s home inspection (I still refer to his notes for all the little meticulous things I can?t remember). After Mark?s in-depth and informative home inspection, if I ever buy another home, I know exactly whom to call; I will never settle for less. Thank-you, Mark!
Mary T.
Dec 2012
Home Inspection
He arrived at the agreed time and checked the exterior of the roof and inside the attic and confirmed it was minor and probably due to an aged seal around a vent. He provided advice on how to have that fixed but also found another more serious structural problem that was probably caused by the Snowmeggdon a few years ago. He advised me how that should be fixed and also looked at a few other items in the house.
He spent a lot more time with me than expected and gave me a lot of good advise. Very kowledgable and if I need the services of a home inspector in the future, or even just advise on home repairs I will definitely use him again.
He spent a lot more time with me than expected and gave me a lot of good advise. Very kowledgable and if I need the services of a home inspector in the future, or even just advise on home repairs I will definitely use him again.
Kelly G.
Nov 2012
Home Inspection
He didn't do the work but the amount of time he spent with me answering my questions and helping me, was appreciated. I just decided to go with another company.
Poojan T.
Nov 2012
Home Inspection
Mark takes his home inspections seriously. He was at the site 30 minutes
before scheduled, canvassing the exterior of the home we were having
inspected by him. He is thorough and took as much time as needed to
answer all our questions and describe any existing or potential problems
with the home. The whole inspection was an educational experience and my
wife and I are very grateful to Mark for having provided such a
thorough and deliberate inspection.
Yes, he does not provideelectronic/computer generated reports
(as another have mentioned) but this is only a plus as he writes a very complete
report in your presence and also includes other useful information that any potential homeowner
would find extremely beneficial. The report reflects clear technical
writing and is extremely legible for future reference. In this age of
cookie cutter, copy and pasted, computer-generated nonsense, Mark's
report was refreshing to see as it was personalized and comprehensible,
thorough and deliberate - matching his inspection style and excellent
work ethic. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone needing a home
inspection in the Northern Virginia area.
before scheduled, canvassing the exterior of the home we were having
inspected by him. He is thorough and took as much time as needed to
answer all our questions and describe any existing or potential problems
with the home. The whole inspection was an educational experience and my
wife and I are very grateful to Mark for having provided such a
thorough and deliberate inspection.
Yes, he does not provideelectronic/computer generated reports
(as another have mentioned) but this is only a plus as he writes a very complete
report in your presence and also includes other useful information that any potential homeowner
would find extremely beneficial. The report reflects clear technical
writing and is extremely legible for future reference. In this age of
cookie cutter, copy and pasted, computer-generated nonsense, Mark's
report was refreshing to see as it was personalized and comprehensible,
thorough and deliberate - matching his inspection style and excellent
work ethic. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone needing a home
inspection in the Northern Virginia area.
A W.
Nov 2012
Home Inspection
We spoke by phone and also by email before the appointment. Mr Londer was very professional and detailed. He arrived at the house before I did. He found several things that could be easily fixed but that I would have probably never seen. One was that the microwave was venting to the inside of the house even though it was constructed to vent outside. (This was really important to me) He pointed out several things that I could do for maintenance of the house. He explained how the electrical circuits were set up. This made me realize that I probably need to install another outlet or 2 in the garage if I plan to keep a freezer or 2nd fridge out there. Even though I closed on the house the following day, there were several things that were still not finished on the house at the time of the inspection. But I learned what to look for and was left with a completed notebook for later reference.
Shashi A.
Sep 2012
Home Inspection
Mark does not provide electronic inspection report nor does he provide photos of the issues found, both of which are the standard industry practice now. Fortunately for me, there were no issues in the home. If the home you are considering has any issues, good luck negotiating with the seller based on hand written report only. When asked about the photos, Mark claims that he provides photos when he cannot adequately describe the problem in words, client does not understand or client asks photos of specific items. Knowledgeable home inspector but a prisoner of old school.
Response from LBI Home & Building Inspection
"Please ignore this particular Review, and scroll down to focus upon others. (FYI: as of 4/2013 Mark offers both electronic or written reports per client preference) This review was inappropriately influenced by a friend of the client who was not present during the pre-inspection orientation which addresss both inspection procedures and reporting in detail. His friend did not arrive until most of the inspection had been completed. - I'm dumbfounded how client's Review can post statements like, "reviews were excellent", and "takes the time to explain the nitty gritty of the issues", and rate Professionalism as an "F". - No pictures were included as none were necessary. As client himself stated, " there were no issues in the home". - As far as the refrigerator goes, yes it was set at a high temperature -- as such I suggested my client request seller set it lower prior to his pre-settlement walk thru when it's performance could be assessed. - Regarding the Price: $550 for the inspection + $150 for radon testing = $700; hence his $750 cost is incorrect and misleading. If anything I underpriced my fee for a 5,200sf , $675,000 home. As such the "price review" should command an "A" rather than a "C". Should you care to better understand my concerns regarding this unjust review, or reporting methodology; don't hesitate to contact me directly via [email protected] or 540-668-6339."
Stacie B.
Aug 2012
Home Inspection
Mark is a very good home inspector. We were brand new to home buying and quite apprehensive but felt a lot better after having an inspection with him. He was patient with us and guided us through the whole process. It was clear from the beginning that he knew what he was talking about and he was a good teacher too, explaining things intelligently in a way we could understand. He pointed out the biggest flaws in the house as well as minor issues that would need attention in the future. As a result of his inspection we were able to save thousands of dollars by having the seller fix the biggest problems. He left us with a full report and a very useful binder with 'instructions' for the house. We bought the house and have used this binder numerous times for fixing the garbage disposal, diagnosing mysterious sounds, etc. Five years later we called him for a possible inspection of a new roof repair and he was just as helpful with guidance over the telephone. (The only suggestion we would give to someone who is considering a home inspection for a home purchase is to make sure to pay a roofer for an additional roof inspection - if we had done that we would have been able to use it in our negotiations when buying the house. Instead, we did not get a full roof inspection done and had to pay more than 7 thousand dollars for the new roof this year!)
Mark is highly recommended by us. We got a great value for the inspection and continued customer support from him!
Mark is highly recommended by us. We got a great value for the inspection and continued customer support from him!
David C.
Jul 2012
Home Inspection
At the beginning of the inspection, Mark gave me an initial overview of the inspection process, the rules for a home inspection, and what he can/can not do, say, or recommend. As a first time home buyer, this was incredibly informative and helpful.
Throughout the inspection Mark was very thorough and took the time to explain everything he was doing. He also explained the operation and maintenance of all the appliances and equipment in the house. Mark does talk a lot, but I feel that I greatly benefited from everything he said. I feel that Mark not only did a good job of answering all the questions I had, but that he also went out of his way to answer questions that I didn't even know I had (i.e. things that I would have wondered about months after we closed on the house).
At the end of the inspection, Mark summarized all of his findings and answered questions. He then provided me with the report and an informative book on how to operate everything in our home. Lastly, Mark invited further questions via the phone, even after closing, at no charge.
Since I've never done a home inspection before, I can't compare the price to other home inspectors. I do, however, feel that I received a very good value for my money based on the service and expertise that Mark provided.
Without hesitation I would recommend Mark to anyone I know who is looking at buying a home.
Throughout the inspection Mark was very thorough and took the time to explain everything he was doing. He also explained the operation and maintenance of all the appliances and equipment in the house. Mark does talk a lot, but I feel that I greatly benefited from everything he said. I feel that Mark not only did a good job of answering all the questions I had, but that he also went out of his way to answer questions that I didn't even know I had (i.e. things that I would have wondered about months after we closed on the house).
At the end of the inspection, Mark summarized all of his findings and answered questions. He then provided me with the report and an informative book on how to operate everything in our home. Lastly, Mark invited further questions via the phone, even after closing, at no charge.
Since I've never done a home inspection before, I can't compare the price to other home inspectors. I do, however, feel that I received a very good value for my money based on the service and expertise that Mark provided.
Without hesitation I would recommend Mark to anyone I know who is looking at buying a home.
Kip O.
Apr 2012
Home Inspection
See description of services performed with covers my experience with Mark.
Response from LBI Home & Building Inspection
"The inspection cost was $375. An additional $150 for Radon Testing, brought the total to $525."
Suchen W.
Sep 2011
Home Inspection
The roof had a leaking problem that he did not catch. He did not test all electrics.
Response from LBI Home & Building Inspection
"REGARDING ROOFING COMMENT: In addition to verbally explaining detailed roofing concerns; building report specifically stated, " Due to roofing irregularity and installation concern, it may be prudent to have a licensed roofer inspect roof and offer recommendations. At same time assess cement crown at chimney. Cement wash/crown cracking -- maintenance recommended". REGARDING ELECTRICS COMMENT: Prior to commencement of inspection, scope of (limited) services ordered by client was reconfirmed. Pre-inspection agreement specifically documented, "Laundry operation facility, components, and equipment are excluded from this inspection and hence not documented within report." ADDITIONALLY: Client explained she intended to rent property as laundromat operation facility. Hence building report further included additional recommendation: "Depending upon owner relationship/responsibilities relating to laundromat lease/operation, it may be prudent to have plumbing and electrical systems assessed by qualified respective professionals prior to settlement.""
Dawn H.
Jun 2010
Home Inspection
First off, Mark expects you to be present for the inspection. Not only does he inspect the home, but he will educate you on any aspect of home maintenance and repair, and he is very receptive to questions. At the end of the inspection, he hands you the original inspection paperwork, which is about 20 pages of organized notes, and a 120+ page home systems guide. All this is packaged in a very nice binder that will serve as a perfect reference for how to care for the home. Being mechanically inclined, my husband was looking forward to learning as much as he could about what to do for the home and he was not disappointed. The inspection took 5 hours, there was nothing left to chance or assumed, all areas of the exterior and interior of the house were examined. All appliances were tested, and all attic areas were entered. Mark was extremely professional, and exuded the attitude that this was an opportunity to teach my husband everything he could about the house. He gave off a very comforting feeling that he was working for us and not anyone else. Bottom line, there was only one issue that Mark didn?t feel comfortable signing off on and that was the electrical system. There were a total of 5 circuit breaker boxes in the house, installed at different times during different upgrades. Figuring out how to effectively shut off power to the house and whether all the electrical additions were within code was something Mark recommended an electrician look at. At the end of the inspection Mark went over all the notes line by line on the inspection again, and took any other questions that my husband had making sure that everything was perfectly clear. If you truly care to know if the house that you are buying is safe, as well as how to maintain it that way, you could ask for no better inspector than Mark Londner and LBI Home Inspection.
Licensing
Insured
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Trade License Number
HI10681247-0806
Trade License Locale
West Virginia
Trade License Authority
West Virginia: Fire Marshal
Trade License Expiration
08/31/2024
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Yes, LBI Home & Building Inspection offers free project estimates.
Yes, LBI Home & Building Inspection offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, LBI Home & Building Inspection does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, LBI Home & Building Inspection offers emergency services.
No, LBI Home & Building Inspection does not offer warranties.
LBI Home & Building Inspection offers the following services: Home inspection, architect, explanation of causes as well as symptoms of problems discovered while performing home inspections, quality control, dispute resolution, litigation support, and construction forensics.
When contacted regarding services I do not personally provide, I offer free consultation regarding the concern(s) in question. Thus helping the consumer better understand their needs, thus enable their ability to make informed decisions when communicating with specific providers. In many instances, once needs are properly determined, I may provide such services through subcontractors I am comfortable recommending.