Alexandria's trusted home inspector & handyman — 610 five-star reviews.
Marc's primary service area — historic rowhouses and condos in Old Town need an inspector and handyman who knows what to look for in pre-Civil War construction. Marc Leon Home Services is your trusted home inspector and handyman serving Old Town Alexandria and the surrounding area.
Full home inspection and handyman services for Old Town Alexandria homeowners — licensed, insured, and available same-day.
Clear, thorough inspection report so you can negotiate with confidence
Everything on your list handled in one visit — professionally and on time
Know your home's condition before listing — fix issues on your terms, not under deadline
Regular maintenance handled so your property stays in top condition year-round
Mold identified, safely removed, and documented — source addressed so it doesn't return
Old Town Alexandria's housing stock spans from pre-Civil War rowhouses on Prince and King streets to 1920s brick colonials near Braddock Metro. The neighborhood's character comes from its age — and its age is exactly what makes professional inspection critical. Balloon-frame construction, original cast-iron drain lines, knob-and-tube wiring in attic cavities, and brick facades that have been repointed multiple times all require a trained eye. Marc has worked in Old Town extensively and knows what to look for in every era of construction.
Old Town's historic homes require an inspector who understands 19th-century construction, balloon framing, and the specific issues common in Alexandria's waterfront neighborhood. Marc Leon has inspected dozens of Old Town properties.
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Pre-1900 construction in Old Town is beautiful and it's complicated. Balloon framing, no insulation in exterior walls, original single-pane windows, cast-iron plumbing under the basement slab. These aren't deal-breakers — but a buyer who understands them negotiates better and doesn't face expensive surprises. Marc has inspected dozens of Old Town rowhouses and delivers the written report the same evening.
Water stains in historic buildings are rarely 'old' — they're either an active problem or a sealed problem waiting to return. Marc traces moisture findings to their source, assesses whether the repair is adequate, and documents what he finds so you have the full picture before closing.
Old Town rental properties accumulate deferred maintenance that owners manage around rather than fix. Marc provides handyman repairs for tenants and property owners alike — door adjustments, fixture replacements, caulking, drywall patches — the jobs that make daily life in an older home work properly.
Old Town sellers who get a pre-listing inspection know exactly what their buyers will find. You fix what matters, disclose what you don't, and price your home accurately. Marc's pre-listing inspection in Old Town covers the specific items — electrical, plumbing, roof, moisture — that show up most frequently in this neighborhood's housing stock.
Pre-1900 construction uses building methods — balloon framing, knob-and-tube wiring, cast-iron plumbing — that are no longer standard. Marc understands these systems and explains findings in plain terms without causing unnecessary alarm.
Most Old Town rowhouses take 2.5–3 hours. Larger properties or those with basement apartments may take longer. Marc stays until every accessible area is covered.
Yes — for items that don't require a licensed trade permit, Marc can return to handle repairs. Many Old Town clients use him for both the inspection and subsequent handyman work.
Yes, pre-listing inspections are among the most common requests in Old Town. Sellers use them to fix issues before listing and to enter buyer negotiations with accurate disclosures.
4.9 average rating across 610 verified reviews. Licensed & insured in Alexandria, VA.
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