A home inspection covers the visible and accessible components of a property — structure, foundation, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, windows, and doors. At Northeast Property Inspections, every residential inspection is conducted by a certified engineer and documented in a detailed written report. We serve buyers and sellers across Long Island, New York City, and Westchester County.
Most residential inspections take between two and four hours, depending on the size and condition of the property. Larger homes or older properties with more components to evaluate will take longer. We encourage buyers to attend — it's the best way to understand what's in the report before you get to the closing table.
Yes. Being present lets you ask questions in real time and hear the inspector's findings directly. Luis Bigit and the Northeast Property Inspections team walk clients through every significant finding as it comes up. You'll leave with a clear picture of what you're buying, not just a document to read later.
Northeast Property Inspections delivers written inspection reports promptly after the inspection is complete. Reports are thorough, plain-language, and written to be useful in negotiation, not just filed away. If you have questions after reading your report, we're available to walk you through it.
Finding issues is the point. A thorough inspection report gives buyers leverage to negotiate repairs, credits, or price adjustments before closing. Northeast Property Inspections has completed over 25,000 inspections across New York, and our reports are built to hold up in any negotiation, and our clients' attorneys know it.
A commercial inspection evaluates the structural integrity, roofing, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and overall condition of a commercial building. The scope can be tailored to the property type — offices, retail space, multi-family buildings, warehouses, and mixed-use properties all have different components that require attention. Northeast Property Inspections serves commercial clients across Long Island, Manhattan, the boroughs, and Westchester County.
Commercial inspections are generally more complex. The systems are larger, the documentation requirements are higher, and the financial stakes are different. Northeast Property Inspections approaches commercial properties with the same certified engineering standard applied to residential work: detailed findings, plain-language reporting, and no shortcuts.
It's not legally required, but it's one of the most important steps in any commercial acquisition. An inspection identifies deferred maintenance, code issues, and system deficiencies before you close, problems that become significantly more expensive after the deed transfers. Most commercial real estate attorneys and lenders expect an inspection report as part of due diligence.
Commercial inspections vary widely depending on property size and type. A small retail space may take a few hours. A multi-story office building or warehouse could take a full day. Northeast Property Inspections will give you a realistic time estimate once we understand the property scope.
Yes. Multi-family inspections — two-family homes, small apartment buildings, and larger residential investment properties — are part of our commercial inspection practice. We evaluate common areas, individual units where accessible, shared systems, and building envelope conditions. We serve investors and property managers across Nassau County, Suffolk County, and the five boroughs.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that forms from the breakdown of uranium in soil and rock. It enters homes through foundation cracks, gaps in floors, and construction joints. Long Island has areas with elevated radon potential, and because radon is colorless and odorless, testing is the only way to know if it's present at unsafe levels. The EPA recommends action when indoor radon levels reach 4 picocuries per liter or higher.
Radon testing is typically conducted using a passive or active test device placed in the lowest livable area of the home, usually for 48 hours or more. Northeast Property Inspections provides certified radon testing with written results. If elevated levels are found, we can explain your mitigation options clearly, no scare tactics, just the facts.
Before. Radon testing is a standard part of the home inspection process for buyers in New York. If elevated radon is found prior to closing, it can be addressed as a negotiated repair or credit. Testing after you've already purchased removes that leverage. Northeast Property Inspections can conduct radon testing as part of your home inspection or as a standalone service.
Radon can be found in homes throughout Long Island, including Nassau and Suffolk counties. Levels vary by location, foundation type, and construction. There's no safe assumption, the only reliable answer comes from testing. Northeast Property Inspections tests homes throughout both counties and across the greater New York area.
Elevated radon is treatable. The most common solution is a sub-slab depressurization system installed by a certified mitigation contractor, a pipe and fan system that vents radon from under the foundation to the outside. Northeast Property Inspections will explain your results clearly and connect you with next steps. We do not perform mitigation work ourselves, which means our testing results are completely independent.
Common reasons to test include visible discoloration on walls or ceilings, a persistent musty odor, water damage history, or a recent flooding event. Buyers often request mold testing as part of the home inspection process, particularly in older homes, homes with finished basements, or properties that have been vacant. Northeast Property Inspections conducts mold testing across Long Island, New York City, and Westchester.
Mold testing involves collecting air or surface samples from areas of concern and sending them to an accredited laboratory for analysis. Results identify the types of mold present and the concentration levels. Northeast Property Inspections provides written documentation of findings, which can be used for negotiation, remediation planning, or insurance purposes.
Some level of mold spores exists in virtually every indoor environment. The question is whether concentrations are elevated beyond normal outdoor background levels, and whether potentially harmful species are present. Testing gives you a factual baseline, not speculation. A positive mold test with elevated or concerning species is grounds for negotiation before closing.
Yes. Northeast Property Inspections can conduct mold testing as part of a comprehensive inspection appointment, which saves time and simplifies scheduling. If you want mold testing added to your inspection, request it when you book. The results will be documented in a separate written report.
MoldSafe is a post-inspection protection program included with every Northeast Property Inspections home inspection. If you move into your new home and mold is discovered that was not identified during the inspection, MoldSafe provides remediation coverage for a defined period following the inspection date. Coverage is subject to program terms and conditions, download the warranty flyer or contact us for full details.