A Home Sweet Home Inspection | Trusted Home Inspectors in MD, DC & VA

About Us

Guiding Homeowners With Knowledge

With over 25 years of public safety and property experience, A Home Sweet Home Inspection, has been a trusted partner for homeowners and investors across Maryland. Founded on a commitment to safety, integrity, and professionalism, we provide comprehensive, transparent inspections you can rely on.

Making every home safe, sound, and secure.

Our founder, Ryan, brings more than two decades of experience as a Maryland firefighter, EMT, and Civil Engineer to every inspection. Having seen firsthand the consequences of unsafe homes—and having lost his own childhood home to fire—he made it his mission to protect others through education, preparation, and care.

That same commitment now drives our inspection services. We combine real-world emergency response knowledge, structural engineering insight, and top-tier technology to help you make smart, informed decisions about your property.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or maintaining a home, we inspect it as if our own family were moving in.

Competitive Pricing

We provide exceptional inspection services at honest, competitive rates — with zero shortcuts.

Environmentally Conscious

We inspect with purpose, using sustainable practices that respect your home and community.

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What Makes Us Stand Out?

We don’t just point out issues — we offer insight, education, and peace of mind.

Attention to Detail

Every system, surface, and structure gets our full attention, from attic to foundation.

Safety First

As a firefighter and father, Ryan leads every inspection with safety at the forefront.

Transparent Reporting

No fluff, no confusion. Our reports are easy to understand and ready for submission to city websites when needed.

Our History

The Journey to Becoming Maryland's Trusted Home Inspectors

2003
Company Founded

A Home Sweet Home Inspection, LLC was founded by Ryan after years of service in the fire department and a personal experience that shaped his passion for safer homes.

2008
Advanced Certifications

Achieved advanced certifications in termite detection, radon testing, and home systems diagnostics.

2015
Recognized as Top Rated Professional

Recognized by HomeAdvisor as a Top Rated and Elite Service provider thanks to outstanding customer satisfaction.

2020
Expanded Services to D.C. and Northern Virginia

Expanded services across the D.C. metro and Northern Virginia areas to help more families protect their investments.

MEET RYAN AND THE TEAM

Crafting Confidence, One Inspection at a Time

Led by Ryan—a Civil Engineer, firefighter captain, and former Chief Officer with Jacksonville Volunteer Fire Company—our team delivers more than just inspections. We bring trust, clarity, and care into every home we evaluate. As a husband and father, Ryan knows what it means to feel secure in your space. That’s the peace of mind we strive to deliver for every client.

Why Choose Us?

Your Partner in Homeownership Confidence

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Our top priority is customer satisfaction, and we work closely with clients to understand their unique needs and goals.

Excellent Customer Service. Very detailed report. Highly recommended.

Nana O

Great, highly competent service. Inspector was kind and gave me all the information I needed for the home inspection and possible pitfalls in the home

Babajide Alufa

He was great thorough and provided the report timely. As a first time home buyer he made the experience pleasant.

Antoinette Jones

HSH are true pros! As a first-time homebuyer, I really appreciated the inspector’s thorough work and clear explanations. I’d use them again in a heartbeat.

Kimberly vonNordeck

Ryan made the entire home inspection process stress free. He’s quick to respond to any questions and extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend home sweet home inspections. Thanks Ryan!

Maureen Yonker

Top-notch service from start to finish! Ryan was professional, thorough, and truly had our best interests at heart. Highly recommend AHSHI—we’d gladly use them again.

Kelly Shehan

Fantastic service! Ryan was professional, detailed, and explained everything clearly upfront. We got our report the next day and would definitely use AHSHI again. Highly recommend!

Tiffany Jordan

Ryan was thorough, honest, and took his time to explain potential issues with my future home. I truly appreciated his patience and professionalism. I’d definitely use him again and highly recommend him!

Natalie Woods

As a non-professional landlord, I really appreciated Ryan’s reminder about Baltimore’s inspection requirement. He was prompt, flexible with our schedules, and made the process smooth. Truly world-class service!

Rolando Sierra

Ryan at Home Sweet Home Inspections is fantastic! I’ve used him since 2015—he’s always on time, thorough, and makes the reporting process easy. I’ll continue to rely on him for all my home and rental inspections.

READ ALOUD WITH PRINCES G

Ryan was great at being open and honest about his assessment. He did not say what we wanted to hear but gave us the facts, which we appreciated. Great experience.

William Q.

Our Inspector completely personalized the experience and made me feel comfortable. As a first time homeowner he made the experience pleasant and extremely smooth.

Antionette J.

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