Trusted Home Inspectors in Brooklyn, NY

A professional home inspection is a complete visual examination of the all the systems and physical structural elements of a home performed by a home inspector. Our emphasis is on identifying existing or potential problems that would affect a purchaser's buying decision.

Our computerized building report covers all the major systems and structural elements of the house. This includes the condition of the home's heating and air conditioning systems, plumbing and electrical systems, roof, foundation, attic and visible insulation, walls, doors, windows and all visible structures. Some common areas in a shared property setting such as a condo or a co-op may be excluded as they would be the concern of the condo or co-op association.

You aren't required to be there for our inspection service, but we highly recommend that you be present. By following the inspector you can ask questions directly and the inspector will give you maintenance tips for specific areas. We feel you'll be able to best understand the finished building report and get the most benefit from it by having been there during the inspection service.

The time will vary depending on both the size and condition of the home. A 2 bedroom condo or single family townhouse takes about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. For a two family home, 2 1/2 hours is pretty typical. But for larger homes, or homes in poor condition, it may take longer.

You need to know what to do after the home inspection. Our building report will tell you the condition of the house, including needed repairs and expenses. No house or condo is going to be perfect. It is up to you to decide how any problems the inspection uncovers might affect your decision to purchase. If major problems are discovered, you may want to try negotiating with the seller to have them repaired before closing the deal. Or perhaps the seller will lower the price, or offer more favorable contract terms. In the end, the decision rests with you, but knowing about potential problems, before you buy, gives you the power to negotiate and make the best decisions.