Jeff Osborn
20:17 22 Dec 22
Brian was great. I am buying an older condo with a lot of gotchas, and Brian took his time to explain all of them. He also had a lot of great tips for how to improve the value of the place, if I ever want to invest in it like that.He took his time and was really friendly, too. If I ever need another inspection, I'm gonig to look Brian up for sure
Vevek Lochub
17:14 07 Nov 22
We worked with Brian O'Boyle for our house inspection and had a great experience. His insight and patience was great, he explained his observations in detail and gave us a background for why he recommended certain actions and why. He took out the time to review our follow up questions and made sure we had all the information we needed to make our decision. Thanks Brian!!
Kevin Stone
02:27 27 Oct 22
We hired Brian to for our home inspection. Most of the home is over 130+ years old, so our goal was to understand the critical needs of the home from a health and safety perspective prior to moving in with our growing family. Brian’s approach to examining the exterior and interior of the home was awesome. He spent a significant amount of time going through every square foot of the house and helping us understand its story: from the history of additions and alterations, to the skill of the original craftsmen. He invited questions, and his “on the spot” answers displayed the depth of his experience and knowledge in the industry as well as his thoughtfulness. His report was timely, and is a valuable resource as we undertake the work needed on the home. Finally, Brian has been super responsive and helpful with vendors to help with the work, all of which have been excellent. We definitely give him 5 stars and would recommend him wholeheartedly.
Daniel Haley
14:58 09 Oct 22
Can't say enough great things about Brian; professional, thorough, personable, and beyond helpful. Brian takes the time to explain everything he's looking for, what everything means, and solutions to the problems a house presents. I learned so much in the few hours we spent together, it was like attending Home School. Even took the time the next day to go back over the report with me. I will be recommending Brian to everyone I know.
DamienandZo CM
13:44 04 Oct 22
I can't express how happy we were with Brian's inspection of our home. He was thorough, detail oriented and very informative on what he saw. We learned so much more about our house than we thought we would've and are much happier having called Brian to walk us through it all.
Asaf Poran
23:00 22 Aug 22
Brian and Patrick were amazing. I've learn a lot about the house under inspection, the explanations were thorough, clear and helpful. No corners were cut, and I left feeling like I understood everything I needed to know. A truly professional, and a very nice person too!
Nora Cruz
14:24 08 Aug 22
I needed an inspection ASAP. I called Five Star. They were the best. They are very friendly, very knowledgeable & very professional. Patrick did an awesome job. I definitely recommend this company anytime.
Sonya van Heyningen
14:27 20 Jun 22
I have had 2 inspections done by Brian, and I could not be happier with his service. He is professional, friendly, and goes above and beyond to explain what he's looking for, why, and give little tips about home maintenance too. He made the process easy for me, and I feel way more confident about the place I'm taking, knowing he's had his eyes on it.
Elise Simons
12:41 19 Jun 22
Incredibly thorough and informative inspection -- Brian went above and beyond with maintenance tips and suggestions to help any first-time home buyer.
Colin Bell
11:39 08 Jun 22
Patrick was awesome to work with. He was super flexible with accommodating a last minute inspection, and turned around the report to meet an urgent offer deadline. The inspection itself was thorough and very informative - Patrick was friendly and answered any questions I had. Patrick, Brian, and the rest of the team are true pro's -- you can't go wrong!
phil seidl
20:41 26 May 22
Brian was great! He did 2 different inspections for me and both were both professional and informative. I was able to learn a lot and he clearly answered all questions.
Ivan Stoyanov
13:00 24 May 22
Brian was extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of the house - HVAC, framing, exterior, landscaping, etc. The best part is that I didn't just learn about "the issues", but also how the whole house works. Brian's instincts were later verified by documentation on the history of the property. The inspection was very thorough and at no point did we feel rushed or were our questions not answered. Last but not least - he and his son were very pleasant and fun!
Jenny McSweeney
15:54 15 Mar 22
Brian was spot on throughout our home inspection, and I cannot recommend him enough. He was thorough, professional, and answered all of my questions. I am so thankful he was referred to us!
Krisztian Kopasz
14:00 27 Feb 22
Their name says it all, they are truly a five star home inspection business. Brian is super knowledgeable with decades of inspection and construction background, therefore he really understands how to spot issues and what it takes to fix/renovate properties. He is super honest, always on time, and pays a lot of attention to details. I can only recommend then.
Mike Epstein
15:09 29 Jan 22
Brian made the home inspection process as painless as possible. He was thorough in his assessment and helped us learn a lot about the property as we walked through it. Of course he was also personable and friendly! I would definitely recommend him.
Victor Ramirez
16:14 30 Dec 21
Brian was extremely professional, warm and informative when it came to my inspection. He was extremely detailed and explained the conditions of the home in such a way that I walked away with a greater understanding of the true value of a home. I highly recommend him and suggest that if you do contract his services, you listen to his expertise and ask him many questions as Brian loves his craft and loves to educate his clients.Thank you again Brian!
Kilbride10
04:32 11 Dec 21
Brian was awesome! Extremely thorough and made my wife and I feel really comftable with the home we are purchasing. Would highly recommend
Miss_CCD
15:17 02 Dec 21
Brian is by far one of the nicest guys I've ever met. He was so informative and when it came to my inspection he got down and dirty. He crawled in spaces, he examined exterior well for any cracks or damage, he assessed the inside of the house amazingly and pointed out things that I need to address right away.I also love his system and that I can use a list to prioritize projects once the inspection is completed. I only recommend using Brian and his team for home inspection. 5 stars is understated, he deserved 10!
Ani Johnson
02:14 29 Oct 21
Wow what a great inspector Brian is! I received a thorough report with pictures and circled issues that I needed to address. It was clear and easy to read. It came with a digital form that would allow me to create a work list of items I could send to my contractor. It gave me confidence that every structure or system was addressed. I would highly recommend.
delineau & carolyn
22:52 18 Oct 21
Brian was so thorough and from top to bottom gave us so much information on the property. He is also a general contractor and gave practical advice and suggestions on what could and couldn't be possible. The inspection took three hours and we were definitely pleased with his service. We plan to use him again and will spread his number among our circle!
Chandi Deitmer
13:46 30 Sep 21
Brian was wonderful - extremely friendly and, more importantly, thorough! As a first-time homebuyer, I was hugely appreciative of his walking me through every inch of the property, going so far as to make suggestions about how to make the most of a tiny space! Really appreciated meeting with him and his son. Would definitely recommend!
Michael Mullaney
10:49 28 Sep 21
Going into purchasing an early 1800's home I was a little skeptical and nervous as to what we might find from the home inspection. I have purchased a few homes and have worked with enough home inspectors to know the good ones and bad ones.Brian was extremely thorough and made my wife and I feel even better about our purchase than the initial excitement of when our offer was accepted. He walked us through and made sure we understood areas that needed to be improved upon but also noted the great qualities of the home. Brian is detailed oriented and you can rest assure you will know exactly the type of home you are getting after you have used Five Sar Homes services. Their name reflects the quality of their work.
Ramon Rosquete
11:47 20 Sep 21
This is the second time I use FSHI and work with Brian and Patrick. Both times they have been professional, timely, communicative and most importantly knowledgeable. The first time I hired them was through a referral, and I was impressed; so when a second opportunity raised I didn't hesitate to call them again. As a person that enjoys DYI projects, I truly enjoy working with Brian because he always has tips about how to repair things and what materials to use.
Charles Martin
15:43 18 Sep 21
I've used Brian for 2 home inspections now. The first one was more memorable, and proves his worth to any potential customer. On the first inspection, Brian discovered the duplex had not one...but TWO crawl-spaces. He had to crawl through some really tight spots, and had to contend with some hazards that were left behind.He went far beyond the minimum to create a very thorough report, which saved me from a potential money pit.On the second inspection, he was just as thorough, as well as his son, Patrick...but he was totally geeking out on my place's features. I learned something new about windows, HVAC systems, and electrical paneling.If you think his fee is a little pricey, just read the above. I had no problem paying his fee the second time. You won't be disappointed.
Holly Leith
22:37 16 Sep 21
Brian was great!! He and his son thoroughly went through every inch of the interior and exterior of the home. He was impartial and informative, professional and kind. i had a last minute concern come up the night I was scheduled to sign the Purchase and Sale. I sent him a Mayday text and email. He looked into my concern, go back to me and my broker within a few hours and he really didn't have to. Definitely went the extra mile for me which I appreciate so much. I would recommend without reservation.
Rachel Sheldon
11:34 28 Aug 21
As first-time homebuyers, we were nervous about the home inspection but Brian did an amazing job. He was extremely knowledgeable and thorough in the inspection, professional and timely in communication, and all around an awesome guy. Would definitely recommend Five Stars and go through them again!
Deborah Brosnan
22:02 25 Jul 21
Not only is Brian knowledgable and professional, he is willing to take the time to answer any questions we had with full understandable explanations.We are scheduled to use Brian again on another property.He is a pleasure to work with in a situation that requires trust.
Jamie McDevitt
10:34 13 Jul 21
I have worked with many home inspectors through the years, but I have found Five Stars to be the best. So when I needed an inspection for a family home, Brian was the only person I'd trust with this inspection. He was timely, professional, and his wealth of knowledge is extraordinary. Highly recommended
Alp Cigman
22:32 08 Jul 21
I am glad we got to work with Brian O'Boyle as our inspection specialist. Brian was thorough, detail oriented and makes the whole process much less stressful than it should be for us first time home buyers. He took the time to go all around the property with us, taking detail pictures to be used later on in his report, explaining us in detail what needs to be repaired, improved or maintained, and what should be prioritized. He gave lots of tips and ideas about different repair and maintenance options in and around the house, which proved his knowledge also as a contractor. He is a fun person to be around, makes the whole inspection process enjoyable and educating. Brian did not shy away from crawling into deep crawlspaces in the basement when needed, and even gave us a long instruction on how to use and maintain a furnace/boiler.I would absolutely recommend Mr. O'Boyle as an inspector and am looking forward to working with him in the future on different contracting projects.Alp Cigman
Patrick Gallagher
12:12 28 May 21
This was the second time using Brian as a home inspector (first was for a pre offer inspection). Brian did a fantastic job of giving me a thorough inspection of my pending property while also explaining everything in layman's terms. I felt comfortable asking questions, and Brian gave me thought out answers. I learned a lot about the property being inspected but also a good lesson on homes in general. I've had home inspections in the past and this was by far the best experience. I highly recommend Brian and his son (apprentice) Patrick for your home inspection.
Michael Aisenberg
17:26 29 Mar 21
Best home inspection service around. This is my second time using them and I will continue to use them in the future. Their detailed report with pictures is super helpful and very thorough. Great value and I highly recommend using them!
Daniel Kim
15:31 01 Mar 21
Brian and his apprentice Pat helped inspect our condo and we loved working with them! They were extremely thorough and took the time to explain everything in depth so that we knew exactly what it was and why he was calling it out. Especially as a first time home buyer, having Brian take the time explain everything he was seeing and how to maintain different appliances was a huge help. They also followed up with a very detailed report that included pictures of each item. I would highly recommend Brian's services to everyone!
Jesse Ge
19:38 28 Feb 21
Very happy with Five Stars. Brian and his son were incredibly thorough and professional. They went out of their way to answer my questions during and after the inspection. It's clear they care about their work product and reputation. Would hire them again myself and highly recommend to others!
John Urschel
12:50 11 Feb 21
Brian and his son were extremely informative and thorough. Whatever you need done, you need to use Brian. I can't possibly imagine anyone doing a better job. We will certainly use him again if we ever need another home inspection, and recommend him to anyone that will listen!
Mike Daganhardt
23:11 02 Feb 21
Working with Bryan and the team at Five Stars was an excellent experience. His scheduling team was helpful, responsive, and accommodating. Bryan was extremely thorough in the inspection and clearly has a wide range of expertise. Bryan also knew that I was under a time crunch to deliver the inspection report and had it turned around in about 12 hours. Highly recommend this service, you can't go wrong. Thanks again Bryan!
Sandeep Koshy
14:11 17 May 20
Brian is fantastic to work with for pre-purchase home inspections. He took the time to explain anything he saw as well as provided valuable tips for us in terms of improvements and maintenance. He is thorough, patient, and an excellent communicator. The written report came through quickly as well. Would highly recommend.
John Rodriguez
15:22 15 May 20
Brian and his team are the best in the business! So far I have used Brian TWICE and will continue to use him for future purchases. Brian has a wealth of knowledge and an expert eye. He was able to point out things that needed attention and didn't mind slowing down and explaining in detail exactly what we were looking at. As a first time home buyer I was a little uneasy but having Brian on my team made me feel comfortable that I knew exactly what I was getting into. In the end, I decided that the first house I looked at needed too much work. I ended up calling Brian two months later and the second house we looked at together was a much better fit. I feel confident that with Brian's help I am making a smart investment. Brian also includes a detailed report and because of the amazing job he did with my purchase; even my lawyer was impressed and is recommending the Five Stars Home Inspection team to all his other clients! Highly recommend for your next inspection!
Deepak Patel
12:35 20 Apr 20
it’s an excellent service by Brian and team. We get to know lots of interesting things while doing inspection of a project. Thanks Brian for your super job and keep it up. Wish you all the very best.
Michelle Sirois
17:29 05 Apr 20
Brian is highly skilled as an inspector. From when we first reached out to him, Brian was responsive and thorough with his work. When walking through the home Brian took the time to explain different features of the home thoroughly and his final report was comprehensive. We were thankful to have hired Brian for our inpsection!
Lucas Austin
15:43 19 Mar 20
Brian is a total pro! My wife and I who are first time home buyers recently worked with Brian. What I loved about the home inspection with Brian is that it was like taking a class on how to be a professional homeowner. Rather than flying through the inspection and sending us a report, Brian took the time to explain every little detail to us, both the good and the bad. I was mind blown at the amount of things I never thought to look for. What we also appreciated is that Brian never got tired of the millions of questions we were asking through the process. He was mindful of our uncertainty with things and took the time to answer our questions thoughtfully and thoroughly. Working with Brian will make you feel confident in the decision you make when purchasing your new home! no need to look further!
Mac Chinsomboon
15:02 24 Jan 20
I'm a real estate broker in Boston and having been in the business for nearly 2 decades, I can highly recommend Brian as he's meticulous, detailed, knowledgeable, and will go the extra mile. And while doing all that, he makes an effort to explain things in layman's terms so that new home owners learn as well. We should call him an Inspector and Educator!
David Bengoa
14:52 21 Jan 20
Last weekend I met Brian, he was a very nice, friendly and knowledgeable inspector. He explained to us every detail of the condo during the process. I really felt that he was on our side, trying to help and find problems so we can take them into consideration during our purchase process. Also, he told us he provides construction services, which we definitely will need and we will contact him again to remodel a few areas in our condo. Thank you!
Carol Donahue
14:24 18 Jan 20
Brian is the best in the field. Thoughtful, thorough, easy to work with, congenial.... everything clients are looking for! Highly recommended! Thank you Brian!
Trevor Wright
19:30 11 Jan 20
Brian was great! Thorough with the inspection and the report provided was easy to understand. I would use Five Stars HI again.
juan uribe
12:40 27 Dec 19
Very detail oriented and great at working at clients pace, whether a novice or a pro. Thanks again, would definitely recommend
Colin Scully
13:11 04 Nov 19
If I could give more stars I would. I have worked with Bryan O'Boyle for three inspections now, and he is top notch. Patient and able to explain any issues he sees, the severity of them, and what he would do to fix them. I wouldn't work with anyone else.
Kati Henry Ortiz Real Estate Agent
23:51 28 Oct 19
Brian is the inspector you want and need on your home buying team. His educational and professional approach to inspecting each property is unmatched in this industry. As an Realtor on the North Shore, any time I have the opportunity to recommend Brian, I do! He thorough, knowledgeable and simply the best at his job!
Katelyn Bolgioni
14:38 22 Oct 19
Best home inspector you will truly find on the market. He is worth every penny. This is my third home I have bought and by far the most in-depth and thorough home inspection I have had yet. He treats every home as if it is something he is going to buy, you aren't just a client to him, he truly cares about the quality of his work and making sure you are informed. Hire him, you won't be disappointed.
Jon Link
10:37 30 Sep 19
Brian did an outstanding job. He was very thorough and informative. He clearly knows his stuff and provided an excellent report. He was a pleasure to be around and I couldn’t possibly recommend him more highly.
Mia G. Mansfield
15:27 27 Sep 19
Highly recommended. It was crystal clear we were in good hands and that Brian did a very thorough and complete job-- thank you so much!
Nilton DaSilva
13:02 14 Sep 19
Brian is thorough, informative, and he was a pleasure to work with. He came through on short notice and took the time to walk through and explain every aspect of the home to us. Very quick turnaround on the inspection report. I would recomend his services to anyone!
Josh Brett
01:51 03 Sep 19
Brian O'Boyle is an A+ Home Inspector! Highly recommended to anyone buying a home, whether it's your first home or your fifth I can assure you that Brian will identify important aspects of the house you are thinking of buying which you or I may have missed. As a real estate agent I have been on dozens of inspections with Brian and all of them have been thorough, objective, informative, insightful and over all helpful. You always get a digital report with pictures easily accessed online, a summation of the findings. Plus Brian stands by his work and will answer your call with questions days or years after your inspection. If you want to know everything about your house, hire Brian O'Boyle of Five Stars home Inspection to inspect your home.
Kristy Gentes
00:55 26 Jul 19
Brian came through for me last minute when I was in a pinch, and I couldn't be more grateful! He did a fantastic job and was incredibly thorough in his inspection. He took the time to explain what he was seeing and answered every one of my questions. His inspection report was very detailed with his notes and pictures. I now have peace of mind! I highly recommend Brian!
Kristin Owens
12:46 08 Jul 19
Brian was kind enough to show up during the Fourth of July holiday weekend to complete the inspection. During the inspection, he informed my Buyers of the condition of all pertinent structures and systems and educated them on the best maintenance routine for each. He turned around his detailed report in just a few hours. Would definitely work with him again.
sinead obrien
11:09 25 Jun 19
Brian made the home inspection process a breeze for my family and I. He was able to book an appointment next day from when I contacted him and completely explained the process before booking to ensure we were comfortable. As I had work he was able to meet others in my family and walked them through a very thorough inspection of our new home. He found stuff that we had missed during our viewings and the report was full of very useful information that will be invaluable to us moving forward. Highly recommend!
Katie Hogan
18:36 08 Jun 19
I highly recommend contacting Brian should you need a thorough, detailed home inspection. He was very professional and easy to work with. Brian provided a detailed report within a short period of time following the inspection. I would absolutely hire Brian again!
Eric Fernandez
00:48 29 May 19
Brian was extremely thorough and accommodating. As a first time home buyer the inspection can be scary and confusing. He took his time to not only do a very detailed inspection but help me understand what everything meant and give me resources to investigate further. Couldn't recommend him enough!
Alex Cohn
14:02 15 May 19
Brian was prompt, thorough, professional and cost effective. This was a very positive experience and I am glad we used him. The digital inspection report was a nice touch too. Would definitely use again.
Kristoff Paulson
16:14 14 May 19
Brian is extremely thorough and practical throughout the home inspection process. He was willing to explain what needed to be fixed and how, and provide all levels of possible solutions. He was easy to talk to and great to work with.
Binyam Tsegaye
22:18 12 May 19
Brian is the best homes inspector. Very detailed and honest on the inspection. He does not disappoint. I was truly blessed by his service. He is the best at what he does. He allowed me to ask any questions I had during the inspection and was thorough with his answers. He will provide the best service to you.Go with Brian. If i can give him 6 stars ..I WOULD!!
Eileen Barrer
12:29 09 May 19
My husband and I are first time homebuyers. Brian was incredibly thorough, he answered all of our questions, and made me fee comfortable enough to ask him anything. I did not feel like I had any dumb questions though I am sure I was asking very basic one. He was nice, on time (early), and the final product was a massive/thorough document with pictures and full descriptions. If we get to the point where we are ready to make some updates (and can afford it)I will definitly reach out to him, he's also a general contractor!
Kelsey Spotts
12:06 08 May 19
Brian was great to work with for our home inspection. He was thorough and took the time to explain everything we were looking at. As a first time home-buyer I appreciated the learning experience through all the different areas of a home.
