Inspection Services

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Residential Home Inspections

Our residential home inspections are exceptionally thorough. We conduct a detailed walkthrough and examination of the home you're interested in buying or selling, assessing its condition using our extensive multi-point inspection checklist.

Pre-Listing Home Inspections

Homeowners opt to make repairs to their property before listing it, using the inspection report as a reference guide. Pre-listing inspections can help streamline the sale process by reducing negotiations, minimizing repair requests, and facilitating smoother closings. It is important to note that most buyers will proceed to conduct their own inspection, even if the seller has already completed one.

Home Improvement Inspections

For homeowners planning a renovation or looking to understand existing deficiencies and needed improvements, we can help you proactively identify issues and necessary upgrades, ensuring you address potential problems before they become costly.

"Light" Commercial Inspections

We inspect "Light" Commercial properties - considered as properties of 20,000 sq ft or less. Below are a few examples:

Small office buildings (single-story or two-story structures).

Retail spaces or storefronts (e.g., strip malls, small shops).

Mixed-use properties (e.g., small buildings with retail on the ground floor and residential units above).

What we check with every inspection

In every inspection we evaluate the condition of a property's major systems and structures, including the foundation, roof, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliances. We identify any issues such as safety concerns, damage, or needed repairs at time of inspection to help clients make informed decisions about the property/structure of interest.* Here are some of the primary systems and components we assess during every home inspection**:

Structural Elements: Foundation, walls, roof, and framing.

Exterior: Siding, windows, doors, and landscaping.

Roofing: Shingles, gutters, and flashing.

Plumbing: Pipes, fixtures, water pressure, and drainage.

Electrical: Wiring, outlets, breakers, and grounding.

HVAC: Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

Interior: Walls, ceilings, floors, windows, and doors.

Appliances: Kitchen and laundry appliances.

Included in Residential Inspections:

We offer a basic termite inspection service to identify signs of termite activity, damage, or other wood-destroying organisms. This includes a thorough examination of key areas like basements, crawlspaces, foundations, and wooden structures.

Thermography at the inspector's discretion, depending on the systems and components present in the home at the time of inspection. This infrared technology helps detect hidden issues such as moisture intrusion, insulation gaps, or electrical hotspots that may not be visible during a standard inspection. It provides an added layer of insight to ensure a more thorough evaluation of the property.

*Standards and Limitations:

Home inspections in New York must comply with the standards of practice set forth by the NYS Department of State. However, home inspectors generally conduct a visual inspection and do not perform invasive or technically exhaustive evaluations. Systems that are inaccessible, concealed, or hazardous may not be reviewed in detail / and or excluded from the inspection. If specific concerns arise during the inspection, the inspector may recommend further evaluation by specialists (e.g., a structural engineer, HVAC technician, or plumber).

**Not an exhaustive list of systems and components inspected. The scope of the inspection is influenced by the property's structure and age, as systems and components may vary accordingly.

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