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Standards of Practice & Code of Ethics

We inspect to InterNACHI standards of practice and to New York State's standards of practice and code of ethics.

NACHI Standards of Practice

1. Definitions and Scope of your Home Inspection 1.1. A Home Inspection is a non-invasive visual examination of a residential dwelling, per...

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New York State Home Inspection Standards of Practice

STANDARDS OF PRACTICE FOR HOME INSPECTORS Section 197-5. 1 Definitions (a) Alarm Systems: means installed or freestanding warning devices...

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1,700-POINT INSPECTION • NYS LICENSED #16000009862

Over 1,700 points, checked from roof to cellar.

We check the whole house from top to bottom. Every major system is tested on site and explained in plain English, with photos delivered the next day.

1,700+ Points Checked

10 Systems Roof to Cellar

2.5 to 3.5 hrs Thorough Inspection

Next Day Report with Photos

Zone 01: Roof, Parapets & Gutters • 220 Points

NYS Lic. #16000009862 • InterNACHI

Roof Level (+32') • ZONE 01

Roof, Parapets & Gutters

220 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Moisture Meter We walk the roof, check coping stones for cracks, inspect roof seams, and make sure drains and gutters flow freely.

What We Check:

Roof Coping Stones & Mortar Flat Roof Seams & Flashing Drainage Scuppers & Downspouts Chimney Brickwork & Caps Skylights & Rubber Seals Roof Penetrations & Pipe Boots Gravel Stop Metal Edges Roof Beams & Plywood Decking

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

Water easily leaks behind cracked parapet stones on Queens flat roofs, rotting support beams long before ceiling stains appear inside.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 220 / 1,700 Points (12.9%)

Attic Level (+24') • ZONE 02

Attic, Framing & Insulation

120 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Laser Measure & Inspection Light We enter the attic to check roof rafters for sagging, measure insulation thickness, and verify air ventilation.

What We Check:

Roof Rafter Spacing & Strength Ridge Beam & Collar Ties Insulation Thickness & R-Value Attic Airflow & Ridge Vents Bathroom Exhaust Vent Paths Past Water Leaks & Wood Stains Fire-Rated Walls Between Units

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

Bathroom exhaust fans in Queens homes often vent directly into the attic instead of outside, causing hidden wood rot and mold.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 120 / 1,700 Points (7.1%)

Ground Level (+2') • ZONE 03

Outside Walls, Brick & Stoops

280 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Moisture Probe & Level We inspect brick mortar joints, window lintels, front steps, railings, and ground slope around the home.

What We Check:

Brick Mortar Joint Cracks Salt & Mineral Water Staining Rusted Steel Window Lintels Window & Door Perimeter Caulking Siding & Wall Transitions Concrete & Stone Front Steps Porch & Handrail Stability Ground Slope Away From Home Shared Alleyway Drainage

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

Rusted steel lintels over windows expand and crack surrounding brickwork, leading to expensive facade repairs.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 280 / 1,700 Points (16.5%)

Upper Rooms (+14') • ZONE 04

Inside Rooms, Windows & Doors

140 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Digital Level & Air Leak Detector We check walls, ceilings, floor level, window locks, door swings, stair safety, and smoke alarms in every room.

What We Check:

Plaster & Drywall Cracks Floor Level & Bouncy Joists Window Latches & Balances Double-Pane Glass Fogging Bedroom Emergency Fire Exits Stair Steps, Railings & Handrails Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarms

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

Partitioned bedrooms in older Queens homes often lack required emergency exit windows or proper fire doors.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 140 / 1,700 Points (8.2%)

Plumbing Lines (+2' to +24') • ZONE 05

Plumbing, Pipes & Drains

180 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Water Pressure Gauge We test water pressure, check main shutoffs, inspect cast iron waste pipes, and look for active leaks.

What We Check:

Water Main Material (Lead vs Copper) Main Water Shutoff Valve Operation Water Pressure & Flow Test Rusted Galvanized Supply Lines Cast Iron Waste Pipe Leaks Sink & Tub Traps and Vents Concealed Tub Overflow Drains Main House Sewer Cleanout Access

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

Original lead and galvanized pipes in older homes drop water pressure to a trickle and pose drinking water safety concerns.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 180 / 1,700 Points (10.6%)

Cellar (-8'6") • ZONE 06

Boilers, Radiators & Heat

200 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Visual Inspection & Normal Operating Controls We inspect accessible boiler sections and vent connections, check visible steam water levels, and operate the heating system using normal controls.

What We Check:

Cast Iron Boiler Body & Seals Low-Water Cutoff Safety Switch Water Sight Glass Clarity Automatic Water Feeder Valve Hartford Loop Piping Safety Pressure Relief Safety Valve Chimney Exhaust Pipe Draft Radiator Pitch & Steam Air Vents

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

Old steam boilers can develop hidden section cracks that leak dangerous carbon monoxide into the house.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 200 / 1,700 Points (11.8%)

Cellar (-8'6") • ZONE 07

Water Heater & Safety Valve

80 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Thermometer We check tank condition, test the safety relief valve, and confirm proper gas exhaust venting.

What We Check:

Water Tank Size & Heating Speed Tank Rust & Rust Prevention Rod Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve Copper Safety Discharge Pipe Exhaust Venting & Chimney Connection Gas Shutoff Valve & Gas Line Expansion Tank Pressure

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

A missing or blocked safety relief pipe on a water heater can turn the tank into an explosion hazard.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 80 / 1,700 Points (4.7%)

AC & Mini-Splits • ZONE 08

Air Conditioning & Mini-Splits

100 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Temperature Split Gauge We measure cooling temperature drop, check outdoor unit condition, and inspect drain lines.

What We Check:

Outdoor Compressor Condition & Fins Emergency Electric Disconnect Switch Insulated Refrigerant Copper Lines Cooling Temperature Difference Test Condensate Water Drain Line Slope Emergency Overflow Drain Pan Thermostat Controls & Stages

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

Clogged A/C drain lines frequently back up and leak through ceilings into rooms below.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 100 / 1,700 Points (5.9%)

Cellar (-8'6") • ZONE 09

Electric Service & Breaker Panels

260 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Circuit Tester We remove the panel cover to inspect wiring, check for overloaded breakers, test grounding, and look for visible heat damage.

What We Check:

Overhead Power Line Entry Electric Meter & Ground Clamp Main 100A / 200A Power Shutoffs Panel Cover Removed: Wiring Scan Double-Tapped Breakers (Overloaded) Vintage Cloth & Knob-and-Tube Wire Copper Grounding Rod Connection GFCI & Arc-Fault Safety Outlets

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

In Queens multi-family homes, overloaded panels and outdated cloth wiring are among the most common fire hazards.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 260 / 1,700 Points (15.3%)

Cellar (-8'6") • ZONE 10

Basement, Foundation & Sump Pump

120 CHECKPOINTS

HOW WE TEST • Deep Moisture Scanner We inspect foundation walls for settlement cracks, check for water stains, and test the sump pump.

What We Check:

Concrete & Stone Wall Cracks White Mineral Water Stains Wood Framing Rot & Termite Signs Steel Support Posts & Footings Floor Cracks & Water Seepage Sump Pit Cleanliness Sump Pump Float Switch Test Check Valve & Water Discharge Line

COMMON QUEENS ISSUE

High groundwater across Queens often pushes water through basement floors and walls during heavy rains.

Part of 1,700-Point Inspection 120 / 1,700 Points (7.1%)

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