Structural Investigations & Structural Engineering Design - We are licensed Civil Engineers and possess General Engineering and General Building contractor's licenses. Our engineering services include foundation inspections; property site investigations to assess structural defects and quality of construction; the structural design and evaluation of building gravity and lateral load-resisting systems; and due diligence Probable Maximum Loss (PML) seismic risk studies.
Luxury Home Inspections - Serving Greater Los Angeles and all Southern California since 1979, we specialize in the inspection of luxury residential properties 6,000 SF to 50,000 SF.
Luxury Home Inspections - Serving Greater Los Angeles and all Southern California since 1979, we specialize in the inspection of luxury residential properties 6,000 SF to 50,000 SF.
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Initially we provided inspection and engineering services in the Greater Los Angeles Area. We then expanded the areas we serve to Santa Barbara, Ventura, Riverside, Orange, and San Diego Counties. In 1994 we opened a second office in Colorado providing service to the Denver and Colorado Springs areas.
Boatwright Building Consultants, Inc. brings the highest quality engineering services to our clients. We are licensed Civil Engineers, and also hold General Engineering and General Building contractor's licenses. Don Boatwright has been practicing structural building design since 1972. Our engineering services include property site investigations that identify structural defects and assess building quality of construction.
Home inspections, commercial building inspections & apartment building inspections in the Los Angeles Basin and throughout Southern California since 1979. 1 While both inspections include online permit research, the Diamond Inspection also provides building department over-the-counter research. 2 Two-dimensional (2D) line drawing, to scale, showing the arrangement of rooms and floor areas viewed from above.
With our engineering, inspection, and construction background, Boatwright Building Consultants, Inc. is uniquely qualified to assist with construction-related and inspection-related problems and disputes. Integrity, service, and honesty are our core values.
Whether you are an attorney, architect, contractor, construction manager, owner, or building inspector, we can provide the necessary understanding to ensure an informed and knowledgeable approach to your dispute; and we do this in practical and meaningful terms.Our goal is to provide an informed, unbiased opinion and form a close productive working relationship with our client.
Whether you are an attorney, architect, contractor, construction manager, owner, or building inspector, we can provide the necessary understanding to ensure an informed and knowledgeable approach to your dispute; and we do this in practical and meaningful terms.Our goal is to provide an informed, unbiased opinion and form a close productive working relationship with our client.
Reviews (13)
Michael S.
Mar 21, 2018
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Not good. I contracted them to do an inspection for a house we were in escrow on last October. During the inspection, two people showed up. One of them said they "couldn't fit" under the house to do an inspection of the foundation. The other whispered to me (about the first guy) "I could probably get down there, but I don't want to embarrass him..." Um, ok..
Fast forward to now, when we're a few months into doing construction on the house, and it turns out that the foundation they didn't inspect because they "couldn't fit" has cracks all
Fast forward to now, when we're a few months into doing construction on the house, and it turns out that the foundation they didn't inspect because they "couldn't fit" has cracks all
Ken Plotkin
Dec 20, 2017
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Boatwright did a house inspection in Los Angeles for us on a house we were considering buying. They did a very thorough report which led us to have a more in depth inspection of the house foundation (which needed bolting) and the chimney (which needed some repair). We are happy that their initial report caused us to look more closely into these areas, which will ultimately save us money.
Cal Noreen
Dec 15, 2017
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My wife and I recently bought our first home and after much research, we hired Boatwright Building Consultants to do our home inspection. From start to finish we had an exceptional experience. Our inspector was already at the home when we got there and had introduced himself to our realtor. He had started on the entire exterior of our home and the grounds - talk about efficient! Upon meeting him, he was extremely thorough in explaining what his process would entail, what he would be looking at and gave a ballpark amount of time it would take for the full inspection. Our inspector took his time
Keith S.
Nov 24, 2017
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My fiancé and I were in the market for a Home Inspector but hadn't a clue where to begin. The Owner, Don, responded and he spent quality time letting me vent my fears and concerns. Don spent quality time educating me on what to expect when having my home inspected. He also let me know what separated his Home Inspectors, from the norm. I concluded my 1st conversation feeling confident and self assured, a complete 180 degree difference than how I felt at the beginning of my call with Don. I was so impressed with his knowledge, and easy going demeanor, that was just what the doctor ordered
Kathie Schell
Nov 01, 2017
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We recently (May 2017) purchased a small beach house in San Clemente. This home was to be a weekend getaway. We were thrilled that our offer was accepted, but actually quite nervous about purchasing an older home. We did not want this place to turn into a money pit. Boatwright Building inspection Services was recommended to us. I wasn't sure if they would travell 66 miles for such a small job, but they did. Their inspector was on time, courteous and thorough. We received our report in a very short time. There were pictures for referencing any items that should be addressed. A summary was also attached
Travis Topa
Oct 01, 2017
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Tyree D.
Aug 13, 2017
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I was looking for a home in a specific area, and we found one which looked very nice. We entered into escrow on the home and asked Boatwright Building Consultants to do an inspection of the home even though it seemed to be in very good condition, and was fairly new.
BBS and their crew found many defects is the home including, plumbing, electrical, and synthetic stucco on the exterior. I'm told that this is a big problem which doesn't allow a home's exterior coating to breath, and can lead to moisture and mold problems. I withdrew from this purchase due to this inspection.
I subsequently found
BBS and their crew found many defects is the home including, plumbing, electrical, and synthetic stucco on the exterior. I'm told that this is a big problem which doesn't allow a home's exterior coating to breath, and can lead to moisture and mold problems. I withdrew from this purchase due to this inspection.
I subsequently found
Meghan Kinslow
Jul 06, 2017
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Boatwright has handled inspections for two properties for us. In both cases they completed an extremely thorough report. They now also will check the roof with a drone, which is great since you really shouldn't walk on Spanish tile roofs common here in the South Bay. In our most recent report they caught an area of concern and recommended an engineer come out to follow up. With Boatwright you know you are getting a truly independent inspection, not a company that's simply trying to push through everything quickly for the real estate agents. They work quickly and are able to visit the property within
Scott Dontanville
Jun 26, 2017
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When looking for a building inspector I would highly recommend Boatwright Building. My inspector was very responsive to all of my questions and absolutely thorough with his reports regarding an income property. Their years of experience and advise proved to be indispensable. This company can provide that for you.
David Colarossi Ph D.
Jun 03, 2017
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Jay R.
Jun 28, 2014
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They have been one of the worst companies I've hired since buying my house. I would definitely not recommend them for a home inspection. They were recommended to my agent from the seller's agent (already a red flag I realize). They found multiple items, some I fixed, some minor in my opinion. It is my first home purchase so I was going on faith to some extent. After purchasing the home, I noticed a few other things that they had not noticed. None of them that major so I didn't think much of it. But one of the showers did not have cold water running (I mean you turn on the
Gina M.
Aug 21, 2013
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Tim Boatwright recently inspected a condo I had made an offer on to purchase. He found things I never noticed or would have looked for. This man knows his work and I highly recommend anyone preparing to buy a home to hire him for your inspection. He is honest and very reliable. You will know exactly what you are getting if you decide to go ahead and purchase the property. In my case I decided against getting the property. Thank you Tim for saving be a huge bundle, and a lot of trouble. You're the best!
David K.
Aug 25, 2011
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I just used Boatwright inspection to inspect a home in century city. My inspectors name was Tim Boatwright. All I have to say is that I could not be more satasfied with the inspection. Worth every penny. They are not cheap, but you get what you pay for. My broker wanted to hire an inspector for 250. The inspectors brokers regularly bring usually give a green light to everything...if they did not then the brokers would not hire them. So I decided to do some research, and hire my own. I could not be happier with the job done. The inspector arrived, and then excused himself as he wanted
