ATLAS Home Inspection

ATLAS Home Inspection has earned a perfect 5.0-star rating across 83 reviews since Ed Snope founded the business in Arlington, Virginia. Ed holds Virginia License #3380000529 and ASHI Certification #252659, serving the Northern Virginia region including Alexandria, McLean, Fairfax, Herndon, and Reston. Whether inspecting a historic colonial in Falls Church or a new-build townhome in Springfield, Ed delivers written reports with photos covering accessible roofing, siding, structural components, insulation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances.

What distinguishes ATLAS is Ed's specialization in new construction defects and his investment in diagnostic technology. As a NADRA Certified Deck Inspector and Virginia NRS New Residential Structures specialist, he identifies issues that slip past typical inspections: trades interfering with each other, framing irregularities, missing caulk, and mechanical clearance problems that builders often overlook. His thermal imaging camera detects hidden moisture, leaks, and insulation gaps invisible to the naked eye, while moisture meters confirm findings with precise readings.

Reviewers consistently praise Ed's thoroughness with specific examples. Enoch's pre-drywall inspection revealed missing shims at windows, short squash blocks, and framing issues that would have vanished once drywall went up, saving potentially costly repairs. Neal Desai's new construction inspection uncovered numerous functional and cosmetic issues, with Ed explaining which items met minimum code versus which fell short of best construction practices. Both received detailed reports within 24 hours.