Services | Suffolk County The Inspection Boys

The Inspection boys will inspect your home, examine hundreds of structural and physical components, and deliver a comprehensive inspection report outlining existing flaws and potential complications.

“We at the Inspection Boys exceed state licensing requirements and industry standards. We want to get your business and we will bend over backwards to ensure that we have earned your trust.”

The Inspection Boys Prides itself on being an Inspection company that is professional, straight-forward, honest and truthful. There are many companies that are bigger than us and older than us. We cannot compete with that, but we will stand up with any of them when it comes to integrity, honesty, morality and ethically.

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When you contact an Inspection Boys home inspector, you will align yourself with a company that cares, an inspector that gets it, an individual that is dedicated and a company that takes pride in what it does.

Whether you contact us as a buyer, seller or a client referral, you will always have a company that looks out for YOUR interest and NEVER compromises your reputation! All of our inspectors are efficient with the latest technologies, strict industry standards, and proper liability insurance.

We want to earn your trust, and we’ll work very hard to prove it. View our services below.

203k HUD Inspections

We are a licensed HUD/FHA 203k consulting company! HUD standards require a home to meet specific federal guidelines before a buyer can receive any portion of a FHA loan and before FHA assumes the risk. 203k loan inspectors must have at least three years of experience and proper licensing and certifications to perform inspections in their respective states.

Buyers Inspection

If you’re currently looking for a home on long island, or have found your dream home a home inspection should be a no brainer. Commonly referred to as Engineers report. Our reports go above and beyond New York states SOP (Standards of practice).

It is estimated that up to 80% of all long island sales are contingent on the buyer’s inspection! You’ll be hard-pressed to find any real estate-related expert who doesn’t adamantly suggest that you require an inspection prior to purchasing a home.

Sellers Inspection

A seller’s inspection is initiated by the property owner usually prior to listing the property. It helps the seller to determine what systems and structures of the property need repair. More importantly, it helps the seller and the seller’s agent to accurately represent the home by disclosing damage to prospective buyers (which further helps to curb lawsuits). Damage discovered as a result of a seller’s inspection can either be repaired by the seller (to maintain market value) or used as a negotiating tool by both seller and buyer.

Being used more and more, a seller’s inspection is helping to speed-up the sales process. When sellers can show what damage an inspector found, and how that damage was fixed, the buyer’s confidence may increases enough to move the transaction forward. But, the buyer should always hire an their own inspector to perform another inspection to get a second-opinion.

Roof Inspection

A home’s roof is its first line of defense against mother nature. Rain, wind, snow, and heat will inevitable cause a roof system to fail thereby allowing the elements to penetrate a home’s interior spaces. When moisture from rain or snow breaches a roof’s protection, then mold can eventually take hold. Mold spreads, and it does so with amazing speed. As it grows, it releases spores into the air which can cause respiratory issues and allergy-like symptoms. Mold also causes physical damage to a home that can can cost thousands-of-dollars to repair.

It doesn’t matter if your roof is covered in asphalt singles or ceramic time, we know how to inspect it. Please note that inclement weather may affect the scheduling of your roof inspection.

Mold Assessment

Mold contamination can destroy property and deteriorate health. A mold survey can determine if red flags exist and if further testing is recommended to determine the presence, and type, of mold. Remediation and clearances can be done to eliminate and prevent future infestations.

Keep in mind that mold identification and removal is specialized work that requires special training and testing equipment. Lab work is also required in most cases in order to make an accurate assessment of strain infestations. Not just any inspector is capable of providing this service considering toxic it can be. Learn More https://suffolk.theinspectionboys.com/mold-inspection-and-testing/

WDO (Termite) Inspection

Sometimes called “termite inspections”, this specialized inspection looks for damage caused by any type of insecta, primarily termites that feed on, and nest in, the wood that supports your home’s frame, porch, patio, flooring, ceiling, and other places. Of course, not all wood-destroying insects are termites. Ants, bees and beatles, and various larva are also known for making a buffet of your home’s wooden elements and thereby compromising the soundness and integrity of your home’s ability to support itself. The damage caused by wood-destroying insects can certainly lead to the sharp devaluation of your property’s value as well as increasing the danger for occupants.

LivingWithBugs.com WDO identification chart (PDF)

FastFacts aggregated WDO links

Home Watch

There are a lot of people that are hesitant about leaving their Long Island homes or are afraid that things can go wrong with their vacation homes or any other property that they may have that is vacant. These people may try to get friends or loved ones to watch their home or other properties. Other people may just risk leaving their property unattended. This can be an option that will leave your properties vulnerable to theft and other undesirable circumstances. In order to avoid this, you may want to consider Mjm Ultimate home inspection home watch service.
Home watch services are an incredibly beneficial service to utilize for your extended time away from home or any other properties that you may have. You probably spent a lot for your investment and you want to make sure that this is protected at all costs. Our company is fully insured for these services and we do a lot more than just watch over your home.

Some of the things that we take care of when we are watching your home include:

Acting as an emergency contact if necessary
Removing your newspapers
Inspect for vandalism
Inspect for pest infestations
Make sure your furnace and other items are fully functioning in your home.
Making sure that all of the doors and windows are locked

These are only a few of the many things The Inspection Boys will take care of for you while you are away. If any problem arises while you are gone, we will immediately contact you and help you rectify the situation so that you have nothing to worry about. This includes keeping an eye on your storm damage and a variety of other things that could go wrong while you are gone. Our company will also inspect to make sure everything is working as excellent as possible and let you know if there is anything wrong. Our company will work with you to make sure you get all of the services that you want and customize a plan that is individual to you. You will not regret working with us to take care of any property that you have that may need tending to. We all need a little help and we all deserve to go on vacation and enjoy ourselves without a worry in the world.

You may not have ever considered a home watch service but it is definitely a great idea if you have more than one property that you want to make sure stays safe while you are unable to be around. You should even consider using a service like this so that you can enjoy a nice vacation and making sure that your home is safe when you are not able to be around. Our company can provide these services at a price that you can afford. You can also rest assured knowing that our company is fully insured in case something goes wrong, so that you absolutely know that you are completely protected.

Drone Inspections

No one simply can sell real estate like a magician. Selling real estate properties is a science, and it also takes a bit of panache and certainly expert knowledge on the subject. In today’s housing market economy, it is important to stay above the competition and advertise your residential or commercial property in the most appealing manner possible. Fortunately, there is a perfect way in which any seller can achieve this goal. Those who accept innovation and the latest in technology are the most likely to come out on top and be successful. This is especially true when it comes to selling real estate in today’s economy. That is why so many residential and commercial property sellers are turning to the wonders of aerial drone photography. Aerial drones are the latest and greatest technology on the market today, and their possibilities are endless. In the real estate market, they provide numerous different services which cannot be attained with traditional real estate photographic businesses and give any property a true advantage above its competitors.

Bank Draw Inspection

Bank draw inspections are a way for the banks to verify completion percentages on construction projects. When an project is started the bank needs someone to verify completion of the different “phases” or percentages of the project. So they can release the money or funds appropriate to the contractor(s). Bankers cannot personally travel to every construction site and take pictures to verify that the completion claimed is correct. The banks will contract with an company to administer the draw process.

Bank draw inspections are are used on major commercial and small residential projects

Construction Phase Inspection

There is usually nothing more frustrating than having to tear down a wall in new construction because you discover that there is a structural issue after the builders have left. Our construction phase inspections monitor the construction of a home or building in various phases so that you, the buyer, have eyes on it….our eyes. We can identify a wide variety of issues with the structure, plumbing, electrical, and other systems and structures associated with new construction. Consider this type of inspection an “insurance policy” against shoddy work and unintentional mistakes ~ because even the best builders make mistakes. After all, they’re only human.

Electrical Inspection

An electrical inspection is an inspection which will help ensure that all electrical systems and wires in a home or building meet legal safety standards. There is a national electric code which many electrical inspectors will use when determining whether a certain electrical installation is acceptable. In some cases, an electrical inspection, or even multiple inspections, will be included with an electric permit, often required by local governments.

If your home does not meet minimum electrical safety standards, then you run the risk of massive electrical failure that can cause power outages, excessive energy loss, or worse, electrical fires.

Four-Point Inspection

A “four-point” inspection focuses only on four areas of interest in a home, thus the name. It is used to validate an older home’s condition prior to a lender authorizing the release of funds. The concern for lenders is that certain systems and structures of the home may be approaching (or have exceeded) their service life. In such cases, a four-point inspection helps lenders to validate whether they will, or will not, release funds to the buyer.

The four areas of interest are:

HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning)
Electrical wiring and panels
Plumbing connections and fixtures
Roof

Home Energy Assessment

Professional energy assessments generally go into great detail. The energy auditor should do a room-by-room examination of the residence, as well as a thorough examination of past utility bills. Many professional energy assessments will include a blower door test. Most will also include a thermographic scan. There’s also another type of test the PFT air infiltration measurement technique but it is rarely offered.

Preparing for an Energy Assessment

Before the energy auditor visits your house, make a list of any existing problems such as condensation and uncomfortable or drafty rooms. Have copies or a summary of the home’s yearly energy bills. (Your utility can get these for you.) Auditors use this information to establish what to look for during the audit. The auditor first examines the outside of the home to determine the size of the house and its features (i.e., wall area, number and size of windows). The auditor then will analyze the residents’ behavior:

Is anyone home during working hours?
What is the average thermostat setting for summer and winter?
How many people live here?
Is every room in use?

Your answers may help uncover some simple ways to reduce your household’s energy consumption. Walk through your home with the auditors as they work, and ask questions. They may use equipment to detect sources of energy loss, such as blower doors, infrared cameras, furnace efficiency meters, and surface thermometers.

Light Commercial Inspection

Business operators, commercial property managers, and commercial real estate buyers have to deal with damage and defects just like homeowners. After all, many of the systems that are in a home exist in a commercial building, too. We provide thorough inspection services for light commercial buildings such as retail stores, restaurants, government offices, and storage buildings. Every inspection includes a detailed report that covers a visual and non-invasive inspection of plumbing systems, electrical systems, heating and air systems, structural systems, and more.

Our inspectors are code-certified to inspect most types of commercial building structures. Size is not an issue. We can handle the smallest offices up to warehouse-sized spaces.

Maintenance Inspection

Also called a “Home Health Check-up”, preventative maintenance inspections are performed usually once per year simply to ensure the integrity of a home’s systems and structure. Because all things have a planned obsolescence period, maintenance inspections help to make the homeowner aware of immediate and upcoming needs for replacement and repair that could save thousands-of-dollars if discovered early-on.

The inspection itself is as thorough as a Buyers Inspection and includes the same high-quality report after the inspection concludes. PMIs are especially recommended after your home has endured inclement weather such as strong winds, excessive rain, extended periods of drought, unusual freezing, or blizzard-like conditions.

New Construction Inspection

A new-construction inspection is much like a warranty inspection except for the fact that the building and its systems are, in fact, new. Whereas a warranty inspection can apply to re-sale homes that offer a warranty, new-construction inspections are specifically designed for homes that have never been lived-in. Though new homes do not have the wear-and-tear on them that re-sale home may, various contractors associated with the construction may have made mistakes whether by accident or intentionally (such as taking “shortcuts” to finish the job faster or under-budget). A new-construction inspection provides you with an unbiased review by the inspector who acts as an objective and knowledgeable observer on your behalf to identify construction-related, code-related, and installation-related issues with home systems and structures.

Many of the components from a home’s system’s and structure may be newly assembled, but they may also have been sitting in a lumber yard or warehouse for months. Also, even the best contractors make mistakes that could compromise the integrity of the job they do. It just makes sense to be sure!

Plumbing Inspection

The homes plumbing system inspection is very important. There are actually two different basic systems. The Drain Waste and Vent (DWV) system and the plumbing or “potable” water supply system. The DWV system consists of the drain and waste lines for conveying the used water and sewage to an appropriate location. The vent pipes allow air into the system or vacuum would not allow the drains to correctly flow, the vent pipes also vent harmful sewer gasses into the atmosphere away from (or what is considered an safe distance) any openings in the building envelope. The supply or distribution system conveys clean or “potable” water to faucets and fixtures. Care must be taken when installing certain fixtures or cross contamination will damage the pipes and is an serious health hazard. There are many different materials that are available on today’s market. Being able to identify these materials and if they are correctly installed is an skill all Experienced Home Inspectors Must Have.

Most homes have cross contamination issues that can be easily fixed.

Pool and Spa Inspection

Swimming pools and spas can add beauty, fun, and value to a home. They can also be a safety hazard; especially older pools and spas that are included with a home purchase. A vital step in assuring the safety of a residential pool or spa is to have it inspected by a trained and qualified inspector. Properly maintained facilities reduce the risk of drownings, submersion injuries and entrapments. Image of pool in backyardTrained pool and spa professionals evaluate water quality, safety equipment and the physical conditions of facilities.

Our inspections include the following services:

Interior finish materials
Decks, steps and coping
Pumps, motors, blowers, skimmer, filter, drains, heaters (including describing the energy source), automatic safety controls, gauges, visible piping and valves
Cleaning system
The water supply system to ensure there are no cross connections
External bonding of the pump motors, blowers, heaters and other equipment
Operation of underwater lighting, ground fault circuit interrupters, conduit, visible electrical components and timer assemblies
Diving boards, slides, handrails and ladders
The presence or absence of child safe barriers

Stucco/EIFS Inspection

Synthetic stucco, also known as Exterior Insulated Finish System (EIFS), was first used in Europe after the end of World War II to repair all the damaged commercial buildings in Berlin. Synthetic stucco eventually came over to the United States and was initially used on commercial properties. Eventually, builders began using synthetic stucco on residential properties. Synthetic Stucco can be very beautiful as well as low maintenance, durable and energy efficient. It really does not deserve the complete black eye reputation it has.

Synthetic stucco installation begins with attaching Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foam panels to the plywood sheathing of the structure. A fiberglass or wire mesh is then attached to the foam. The stucco, which is an acrylic, rubber based product, is applied in one or two coats, and the final product is typically 1/16th to 1/8th inch thick.

Warranty Inspection

Home builders often initiate a “warranty” on a house for a period of one year or longer which is designed to cover the costs to repair systems and structural-related problems during the warranty period. A warranty inspection should be performed prior to the expiration of the home warranty contract so that you can address repairable issues with the builder while the warranty is in-force. Otherwise, you may be fully liable for the repair costs on your own should you allow the warranty to expire prior to discovering defects. Warranty inspections allow you to take full-advantage of the warranty’s benefits which can save you from paying out-of-pocket for repairs that may otherwise have been the fault of the builder or OEM manufacturer.

You’ve heard it before: “It broke just as soon as the warranty expired!” If anything, a Warranty Inspection holds builders, installers, suppliers, and manufacturers liable for their work and products. The few-hundred dollars you pay for a warranty inspection could very-well save you from having to hand-over thousands (or tens-of-thousands) of dollars for future repairs and new systems that were damaged before the warranty expiration!