1st Step Home Inspection, LLC

1st Step Home Inspection, LLC Let us be your 1st choice for your 1st step. Providing property Inspections for buyers, sellers and other interested parties. Let me introduce myself.

My name is Pat Leroux, owner of 1st Step Home Inspection LLC. I am a licensed and insured home inspector in Maryland. As an independently owned and operated inspection company, you will receive excellent personalized professional client care. 1st Step Home Inspections uses the latest technology and tools to ensure the client receives an impartial assessment of the condition of the property. A hom

e inspection is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure you have a safe place to live and are making a sound investment. An inspection will provide valuable information to assist you in your decision making, whether buying or selling. Clients are always welcome, and encouraged to follow along during the inspection. Engaging me during the inspection will allow me to explain items that may need attention prior to closing. This will also give the client a better understanding of the final report. Inspections are conducted in accordance with Maryland and InterNACHI standards of practice and ethics. The inspection report is computer generated with photo documentation. The detailed inspection report is available via Email within 24 hours of the conclusion of the inspection. 1st Step Home Inspections serves the Frederick area. Weekend and time sensitive appointments are welcome. Inspection fees vary and are based on the property to be inspected. Please call for a no obligation quote. Cash or check accepted as payment.

A pro’s eyes—Share photos or hop on video. We’ll flag red-flag items, prioritize next steps, and advise what warrants a ...
09/04/2026

A pro’s eyes—

Share photos or hop on video. We’ll flag red-flag items, prioritize next steps, and advise what warrants a specialist—ideal for pre-offer or pre-listing.

DM to book a 30-minute consult.

Got an inspection report? We translate it.Book a call to decode findings, understand risk, and plan repairs. Clear, plai...
09/03/2026

Got an inspection report? We translate it.

Book a call to decode findings, understand risk, and plan repairs. Clear, plain-English guidance from a Certified Master Inspector and MD board member.

Send your PDF; we’ll prep notes.

Radon does not announce itself. You cannot see it, smell it or taste it—which is exactly why testing matters. Whether yo...
09/03/2026

Radon does not announce itself. You cannot see it, smell it or taste it—which is exactly why testing matters. Whether you are buying a home or have lived there for years, professional radon testing can give you measurement data instead of assumptions.

Call (410) 245-7654 to ask about scheduling a radon test.

A house does not have to look unhealthy to deserve a closer look. Radon has no color or smell, water can look crystal cl...
09/01/2026

A house does not have to look unhealthy to deserve a closer look.

Radon has no color or smell, water can look crystal clear and still need testing, and suspicious mold cannot reliably be identified by appearance alone. This September, we are talking about the tests and specialized services that help you learn more about what is happening beyond the obvious.

Call (410) 245-7654 to discuss testing.

Mold and air quality concerns are not always obvious.Sometimes the first sign is a musty smell, a past leak, basement hu...
09/01/2026

Mold and air quality concerns are not always obvious.

Sometimes the first sign is a musty smell, a past leak, basement humidity, or staining that keeps coming back.

Testing may be worth considering if your home has had moisture issues or if something just does not feel right with the air indoors.

The goal is not to panic.

The goal is to understand what is happening and what next step makes sense.

Call 1st Step Home Inspection at (410) 245-7654 to ask about mold and air quality testing.

08/31/2026

Need a roof drone or sewer scope? We’ll quarterback it.

We coordinate trusted partners, then interpret results for you—keeping your project moving with one point of contact.

Ask about bundles with radon/IAQ.

The experience behind your peace of mind.Pat’s hands-on background across HVAC, electrical, and plumbing plus years as a...
08/30/2026

The experience behind your peace of mind.

Pat’s hands-on background across HVAC, electrical, and plumbing plus years as a Certified Master Inspector and MD Board member means practical, real-world guidance—delivered with patience and care.

Book at 410-245-7654

Musty odors? Start with moisture.We can perform targeted moisture checks and basic IAQ screening to identify sources dri...
08/29/2026

Musty odors? Start with moisture.

We can perform targeted moisture checks and basic IAQ screening to identify sources driving odors or microbial growth—paired with practical fixes.

Ask about pairing IAQ with radon for a healthier home.

Before you love the house, test the air.Add a short-term radon test to your buyer due diligence for confidence at closin...
08/28/2026

Before you love the house, test the air.

Add a short-term radon test to your buyer due diligence for confidence at closing. Results are clear, timely, and realtor-friendly.

Agents: text to secure a device window this week 410-245-7654

Water quality, radon, mold, drainage, roofing, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and visible safety concerns all requi...
08/28/2026

Water quality, radon, mold, drainage, roofing, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and visible safety concerns all require the right question and the right type of evaluation.

1st Step Home Inspection helps buyers, sellers, homeowners, and realtors understand what can be observed, what can be tested, and where additional evaluation may be needed.

Call (410) 245-7654 to discuss the property and schedule the appropriate service.

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