A home inspection is a key part in the home purchase process often required by mortgage funding companies in order to verify the condition of a home, before extending a mortgage to the prospective buyer.
Even if a mortgage is not part of the purchase process, a buyer may still want to know the condition of the home, in order to prepare a renovation budget or to learn more about the extent of such renovations. A New York Home Inspection will also provide you with important information about the home, enabling you to become familiar with major components and their specific mode of operation.
As mandated by the New York State Department of State, the intention of a home inspection is to determine the condition of the interior and exterior of a home. A home inspector must provide his client with a written report highlighting the condition of the systems and components of a residential building.
At New York Home Inspections, the exterior of a home is our usual starting point. We inspect the roof, four sides of the house, and perform a general overview of areas such as landscape pitch, water run-off, etc. Where apartment style co-ops, condominiums or multi unit row houses are concerned, we will inspect adjacent (one floor up-one floor down) common areas including hallways and stairways when authorized in writing by the managing authority.
After inspecting the exterior, we proceed to the basement, crawlspace or mechanical equipment room to inspect the major systems of the property. Major systems include heating, cooling, electric, plumbing, and foundation. Where apartment style co-ops, condominiums or multi unit row houses are concerned we will inspect major systems specific to our client's unit where they are installed. If they are installed on a roof or other restricted area, we will require permission from the managing authority for access.
We then inspect the rest of the interior including, windows, doors, under sinks, plumbing fixtures, electrical outlets and where applicable, the attic. Security systems are considered a private matter and we do not test these. New York Home Inspections does not perform destructive testing, which means we will not drill holes, lift paneling, lift carpeting, etc.
Our goal is to fairly and accurately report the condition of a property. We do not ‘nitpick’ nor do we create problems to justify our presence. We are not a catch all operation. We do not profess to be pest control, environmental or energy experts.
There are many benefits to attending and observing the home inspection. Being present at the inspection is a good opportunity to become familiar with the home's systems. You will learn how mechanical systems work, where weaknesses are and how to approach them. For example, you will learn how to shut off water if a pipe bursts in the winter. If the home has a hot air heat system you will learn where air filters are located. If your attendance during the inspection is not possible, call the inspector once you read the report to ask questions.
Inspection fees are based on the size of the home being inspected. We strive to make this important process affordable to all. After all, why should you pay the same price as someone purchasing a larger property?
Visit us periodically to benefit from home safety information found within our blog area. You will find this critical information beneficial and we encourage you to share the blog information with family, friends and your community.
If you want to know when the blog area is updated, go to our Contact Us page. Send us a message including your email address and we'll be happy to add you to our mailing list.
We look forward to hearing from you.
At New York Home Inspections, the exterior of a home is our usual starting point. We inspect the roof, four sides of the house, and perform a general overview of areas such as landscape pitch, water run-off, etc. Where apartment style co-ops, condominiums or multi unit row houses are concerned, we will inspect adjacent (one floor up-one floor down) common areas including hallways and stairways when authorized in writing by the managing authority.
After inspecting the exterior, we proceed to the basement, crawlspace or mechanical equipment room to inspect the major systems of the property. Major systems include heating, cooling, electric, plumbing, and foundation. Where apartment style co-ops, condominiums or multi unit row houses are concerned we will inspect major systems specific to our client's unit where they are installed. If they are installed on a roof or other restricted area, we will require permission from the managing authority for access.
We then inspect the rest of the interior including, windows, doors, under sinks, plumbing fixtures, electrical outlets and where applicable, the attic. Security systems are considered a private matter and we do not test these. New York Home Inspections does not perform destructive testing, which means we will not drill holes, lift paneling, lift carpeting, etc.
Our goal is to fairly and accurately report the condition of a property. We do not ‘nitpick’ nor do we create problems to justify our presence. We are not a catch all operation. We do not profess to be pest control, environmental or energy experts.
There are many benefits to attending and observing the home inspection. Being present at the inspection is a good opportunity to become familiar with the home's systems. You will learn how mechanical systems work, where weaknesses are and how to approach them. For example, you will learn how to shut off water if a pipe bursts in the winter. If the home has a hot air heat system you will learn where air filters are located. If your attendance during the inspection is not possible, call the inspector once you read the report to ask questions.
Inspection fees are based on the size of the home being inspected. We strive to make this important process affordable to all. After all, why should you pay the same price as someone purchasing a larger property?
Visit us periodically to benefit from home safety information found within our blog area. You will find this critical information beneficial and we encourage you to share the blog information with family, friends and your community.
If you want to know when the blog area is updated, go to our Contact Us page. Send us a message including your email address and we'll be happy to add you to our mailing list.
We look forward to hearing from you.