ASHI’s highest award for distinguished contributions to the Society and the Profession of Home Inspection, the Philip C. Monahon Award recognizes an ASHI Member who has made exceptional and innovative contributions to the ASHI membership.
Alex Steinberg started his career as a home inspector over 25 years ago under the tutelage of his uncle, now a well-respected air quality specialist. Soon after, armed with field experience, a passion for details, an unrelenting curiosity about how the physical world works, and a driving entrepreneurial spirit, he founded JBS Home Inspections, Inc.
Before starting JBS Home Inspections, Inc., Alex worked as a motorcycle mechanic, a welder, and an elementary school teacher, all professions that require attention to detail, patience, a solid work ethic, and a good sense of humor. In addition to his vast experience in the field, these are qualities he brings to his work each day.
A leader in the home inspection community, Alex taught certification requirements at the Building Performance Institute, has lobbied in Massachusetts for more equitable home inspection laws, and organized many educational events and topics for ASHI NE conferences and meetings.
Yearly, Alex far surpasses the Commonwealth of MA and ASHI continuing education credits. He is proficient in the use of all the latest home inspection tools, including thermal cameras, combustible gas detectors, and moisture meters.
The bottom line is this: You will not find a more diligent, hardworking, well-respected, and knowledgeable home inspector than Alex.
“Everything about the Home Inspection business resonates with who I am and what I enjoy most. I love the challenge of going somewhere new each day, uncovering the minute details that make up a home’s inner workings, and not knowing in advance what I might discover. Then, I get to communicate my findings with my clients, whether they be realtors or homeowners, in a way they can understand and make informed decisions. Want to understand how loads transfer down to earth, how heat is made, or electricity operates? That’s the stuff that makes my work rewarding.”