Queens Roof Inspection

Solid City ROOF INSPECTION

Several situations precipitate the need for a roof inspection by a professionally licensed New York State Home Inspection Company. All too often, performance of the roof is taken for granted and forgotten about until it starts to fail. But if you are not evaluating your roof at least once a year, you risk prematurely devaluing one of your biggest assets. Ask us to perform a roof evaluation if you:

• Suspect or confirm leaks
• Need hard numbers to plan for future roof repairs or replacement
• Want a third party opinion of roof condition
• Need to keep in compliance with an existing warranty
• Want to start a preventative maintenance program

Roof inspections should only be carried out by a licensed professional equipped with a thermal imaging camera . A leak is usually a sign of multiple problems that have existed for a long time time so early detection can save a significant  amount of time and money.

 95-POINT ROOF INSPECTION

The 95- Point Roof Inspection takes industry standards to a new level. We incorporate all facets of every recommended program and take special consideration for the climate and geographical challenges particular to our customers here in New York. Extreme heat and cold present unique challenges that our roofs need to withstand.

Here is the outline of our comprehensive roof inspection:

SUPPORTING STRUCTURE

1. Exterior Walls

2. Interior Walls

3. Expansion/Contraction

4. Settlement Cracks

5. Deterioration

6. Moisture Stains

7. Physical Damage

8. interior Roof Deck

9. Exterior Roof Deck

10. Securement to Supports

11. Expansion/Contraction

12. Structural Deterioration

13. Water Stains

14. Physical Damage

15. Attachment of Felts/Ins.

ROOF CONDITION

1. General Appearance
2. Debris
3. Drainage
4. Physical Damage
5. General Condition
6. New Equipment/Alter.
7. Surface Condition
8. Bare Spots in Gravel
9. Coating Degradation
10. Cracking of Asphalt
11. Slippage
12. Membrane Condition
13. Blistering
14. Splitting
15. Ridging
16. Fish mouthing
17. Loose Laps
18. Punctures
19. Securement of Substrate
20. Fasteners

FLASHING CONDITION

1. Base Flashing
2. Punctures
3. Deterioration
4. Blistering
5. Open Laps
6. Attachment
7. Ridging or Wrinkling
8. Counter flashing
9. Open Laps
10. Punctures
11. Attachment
12. Rusting
13. Fasteners
14. Caulking
15. Coping
16. Open Laps
17. Punctures
18. Attachment
19. Rusting
20. Drainage
21. Fasteners
22. Caulking
23. Wall Separation
24. Mortar Joints
25. Spalling
26. Movement Cracks

ROOF EDGING/FACIA

1. General Appearance
2. Splitting
3. Securement
4. Rusting
5. Felt Deterioration
6. Fasteners
7. Punctures

ROOF PENETRATIONS

1. Equipment Base Flashing
2. Open Laps
3. Punctures
4. Attachment
5. Equipment & Housing
6. Counter flashing
7. Open Seams
8. Physical Damage
9. Caulking
10. Drainage
11. Equipment Operation
12. Discharge of Oil
13. Excessive Traffic Wear
14. Roof Jackets/Vents
15. Attachment
16. Physical Damage
17. Vents Operable

EXPANSION JOINT COVERS

1. General Appearance
2. Open Joints
3. Punctures/Splits
4. Securement
5. Rusting
6. Fasteners

PITCH PANS

1. General Appearance
2. Fill Material
3. Attachment

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Queens Home Inspection By Solid City Home Inspection

Solid City Home Inspection is licensed and insured by the state of New York. We follow the strict guidelines and regulations set forth by the State of New York. 

We are proud members and in good standing with InterNachi ( The International Association of Home Inspectors) as well as the United States Chamber of Commerce.

Solid City Home Inspections encourages all of our clients to accompany the home inspector during the home inspection process. You should always feel free to ask any of our home inspectors any questions that may arise during the home inspection process. A good home inspector will point out and explain any problems to you that you may be concerned about. Our goal is to explain what problems need to be addressed before you purchase the house as well as routine maintenance that is necessary to keep the house in proper operating condition. When you hire a Solid City Home Inspector it helps you to get the most benefit from the home inspection process and gain the most understanding of the numerous systems that make up the home that you are about to buy and how to maintain the home most efficiently.

Solid City Home Inspections Provides a complimentary termite inspection as well as thermal imaging on every home inspection. We also send two home inspectors to every home inspection to minimize the chance of something getting missed during the home inspection.

Customers will get a comprehensive report, including photographs,that is easy to read and understand. Everything identified during the inspection will be included in the report. Your home inspection report will usually be on its way to you within 24 to 48 hours of the home inspection.

Here at Solid City home inspections we specialize in Long Island Home Inspection.  We also work hard to prove ourselves to be the very best Long Island Home Inspection experts in the market.  Our Long Island Home Inspectors will be sure to give you the most accurate inspection at the best possible price.  Trust nobody but our Long Island Home Inspectors with your investment.  We welcome you to browse our pages to view the services we perform.  

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We service the following locations in New York:

Nassau County:

Albertson - 11507

Alden Manor - 11003

Atlantic Beach - 11509

Baldwin - 11510

Bayville - 11709

Bellmore - 11710

Bethpage - 11714

Carle Place - 11514

Cedarhurst - 11516

East Meadow - 11554

East Norwich - 11732

East Rockaway - 11518

Elmont - 11003

Farmingdale - 11735, 11736, 11737, 11774

Floral Park - 11001, 11002

Franklin Square - 11010

Freeport - 11520

Garden City - 11530, 11531, 11535, 11536, 11599

Glen Cove - 11542

Glen Head - 11545

Glenwood Landing - 11547

Great Neck - 11020, 11021, 11022, 11023, 11024, 11025, 11026, 11027

Greenvale - 11548

Hempstead - 11549, 11550, 11551

Hewlett - 11557

Hicksville - 11801, 11802, 11815, 11819, 11854, 11855

Inwood - 11096, 11696

Island Park - 11558

Jericho - 11753, 11853

Lawrence - 11559

Levittown - 11756

Locust Valley - 11560

Long Beach - 11561

Lynbrook - 11563, 11564

Malverne - 11565

Manhasset - 11030

Massapequa - 11758

Massapequa Park - 11762

Merrick - 11566

Mill Neck - 11765

Mineola - 11501

New Hyde Park - 11040, 11041, 11042, 11043, 11044, 11099

Oceanside - 11572

Old Bethpage - 11804

Old Westbury - 11568

Oyster Bay - 11771

Plainview - 11803

Point Lookout - 11569

Port Washington - 11050, 11051, 11052, 11053, 11054, 11055

Rockville Centre - 11570, 11571, 11592

Roosevelt - 11575

Roslyn - 11576

Roslyn Heights - 11577

Sea Cliff - 11579

Seaford - 11783

Syosset - 11773, 11791

Uniondale - 11553, 11555, 11556, 11588

Valley Stream - 11580, 11581, 11582, 11583

Wantagh - 11793

West Hempstead - 11552

Westbury - 11590, 11593, 11594, 11595, 11597

Williston Park - 11596

Woodbury - 11797

Woodmere - 11598

Suffolk County: 

Amagansett - 11930

Amityville - 11701, 11708

Aquebogue - 11931

Babylon - 11702

Baiting Hollow - 11933

Bay Shore - 11706

Bayport - 11705

Bellport - 11713

Blue Point - 11715

Bohemia - 11716

Brentwood - 11717

Bridgehampton - 11932

Brightwaters - 11718

Brookhaven - 11719

Calverton - 11933

Center Moriches - 11934

Centereach - 11720

Centerport - 11721

Central Islip - 11722

Cold Spring Harbor - 11724

Commack - 11725

Copiague - 11726

Coram - 11727

Cutchogue - 11935

Deer Park - 11729

East Hampton - 11937

East Islip - 11730

East Marion - 11939

East Moriches - 11940

East Northport - 11731

East Quogue - 11942

East Setauket - 11733

Eastport - 11941

Farmingville - 11738

Fishers Island - 06390

Great River - 11739

Greenlawn - 11740

Greenport - 11944

Hampton Bays - 11946

Hauppauge - 11760, 11788

Holbrook - 11741

Holtsville - 00501, 00544, 11742

Huntington - 11743

Huntington Station - 11746, 11750

Islandia - 11749

Islip - 11751

Islip Terrace - 11752

Jamesport - 11947

Kings Park - 11754

Lake Grove - 11755

Laurel - 11948

Lindenhurst - 11757

Manorville - 11949

Mastic - 11950

Mastic Beach - 11951

Mattituck - 11952

Medford - 11763

Melville - 11747, 11775

Mid Island - 11805

Middle Island - 11953

Miller Place - 11764

Montauk - 11954

Moriches - 11955

Mount Sinai - 11766

Nesconset - 11767

New Suffolk - 11956

North Babylon - 11703

Northport - 11768

Oakdale - 11769

Ocean Beach - 11770

Orient - 11957

Patchogue - 11772

Peconic - 11958

Port Jefferson - 11777

Port Jefferson Station - 11776

Quogue - 11959

Remsenburg - 11960

Ridge - 11961

Riverhead - 11901

Rocky Point - 11778

Ronkonkoma - 11779

Sag Harbor - 11963

Sagaponack - 11962

Saint James - 11780

Sayville - 11782

Selden - 11784

Shelter Island - 11964

Shelter Island Heights - 11965

Shirley - 11967

Shoreham - 11786

Smithtown - 11745, 11787

Sound Beach - 11789

South Jamesport - 11970

Southampton - 11968, 11969

Southold - 11971

Speonk - 11972

Stony Brook - 11790, 11794

Upton - 11973

Wading River - 11792

Wainscott - 11975

Water Mill - 11976

West Babylon - 11704, 11707

West Islip - 11795

West Sayville - 11796

Westhampton - 11977

Westhampton Beach - 11978

Wyandanch - 11798

Yaphank - 11980

Queens:

Arverne zip code: 11692
Astoria Heights zip code: 11370 *
Astoria zip code: 11102, 11103, 11105
Auburndale zip code: 11358 *
Bay Terrace zip code: 11360 *
Bayside zip code: 11359, 11360, 11361

Bayswater zip code: 11691 *
Beechhurst zip code: 11357
Bellaire zip code: 11427, 11428, 11429 *
Belle Harbor zip code: 11694
Bellerose zip code: 11426
Blissville zip code: 11101 

Breezy Point zip code: 11697
Briarwood zip code: 11435
Broad Channel zip code: 11693
Cambria Heights zip code: 11411
College Point zip code: 11356
Corona zip code: 11368

Ditmars zip code: 11005, 11370 *
Douglaston zip code: 11362, 11363
Dutch Kills zip code: 11101 *
East Elmhurst zip code: 11369, 11370, 11371
Edgemere zip code: 11690 *
Elmhurst zip code: 11373

Far Rockaway zip code: 11096, 11690, 11691, 11692, 11693, 11694, 11695, 11697
Floral Park zip code: 11001, 11002, 11003, 11004, 11005
Flushing zip code: 11351, 11352, 11354, 11355, 11356, 11357, 11358, 11359, 11360, 11361, 11362, 11363, 11364, 11365, 11366, 11367, 11368, 11369, 11370, 11371, 11372, 11373, 11374, 11375, 11377, 11378, 11379, 11380, 11381, 11385, 11386, 11390
Forest Hills Gardens zip code: 11375 *
Forest Hills zip code: 11375
Fresh Meadows zip code: 11365, 11366

Fresh Pond zip code: 11385 *
Glen Oaks zip code: 11004
Glendale zip code: 11385
Hammels zip code: 11693 *
Hillcrest zip code: 11365, 11366 *
Hollis Hills zip code: 11427

Hollis zip code: 11423
Holliswood zip code: 11423 *
Howard Beach zip code: 11414

Hunters Point zip code: 11101 *
Jackson Heights zip code: 11372, 11370
Jamaica zip code: 11405, 11411, 11412, 11413, 11414, 11415, 11416, 11417, 11418, 11419, 11420, 11421, 11422, 11423, 11424, 11425, 11426, 11427, 11428, 11429, 11430, 11431, 11432, 11433, 11434, 11435, 11436, 11439, 11451, 11499

Jamaica Estates zip code: 11423, 11432 *
Jamaica Hills zip code: 11432 *
Kew Gardens Hills zip code: 11367
Kew Gardens zip code: 11415, 11418, 11424
Laurelton zip code: 11413
LeFrak City zip code: 11368 *

Linden Hill zip code: 11354
Lindenwood zip code: 11414 *
Long Island City zip code: 11101, 11102, 11103, 11104, 11105, 11106, 11109
Little Neck zip code: 11362, 11363
Malba zip code: 11357
Maspeth zip code: 11378

Meadowmere zip code: 11422 *
Middle Village zip code: 11379
Murray Hill zip code: 11358
Neponsit zip code: 11694
New Hyde Park zip code: 11040, 11042
North Shore Towers zip code: 11005 *

Oakland Gardens zip code: 11364
Ozone Park zip code: 11416, 11417
Pomonok zip code: 11365
Queens Village zip code: 11427, 11428, 11429
Queensboro Hill · zip code: 11355
Queensbridge zip code: 11101 *

Ravenswood zip code: 11106 *
Rego Park zip code: 11374
Richmond Hill zip code: 11418
Ridgewood zip code: 11385, 11386
Rochdale Village zip code: 11434
Rockaway Beach zip code: 11693
Rockaway Park zip code: 11694

Rosedale zip code: 11422
Roxbury zip code: 11697 *
Saint Albans zip code: 11412
South Jamaica zip code: 11435, 11433, 11436, 11434 *
South Ozone Park zip code: 11420, 11436
Springfield Gardens zip code: 11413

Sunnyside Gardens zip code: 11104 *
Sunnyside zip code: 11104
Tudor Village zip code: 11417 *
Whitestone zip code: 11357
Willets Point zip code: 11368 *
Woodhaven zip code: 11421
Woodside zip code: 11377

Queens Home Inspection

Long Island Home Inspection also Queens Home Inspection for Long Island - Queens,  also New York City - Certified Long Island Home Inspections - Solid City Home Inspection 516-350-9200 Long Island House inspection also Home Inspection company.  Serving all Long Island - Nassau county - Suffolk county - Queens county - also Manhattan - NY - including Mineola - New Hyde Park - Floral Park - Williston Park - Levittown - West Babylon - Melville - Bethpage - Plainview - Hicksville - Seaford - Freeport - Wantaugh - Westbury - East Meadow - Hempstead - Babylon - Bellrose, West Islip - Bay Shore - Deer Park - Dix Hills - Huntington Station as well as Nassau county - Suffolk county - Queens - New York. New York Licensed Home Inspector -  Professional Home Inspections for all Long Island - Nassau - Suffolk - Queens also New York City - New York. Call Solid City Home Inspection 516-350-9200 or email Contact@solidcityinspections.com visit http://www.MyLongIslandHomeInspection.com CALL Solid City Home Inspection your CERTIFIED MASTER HOME INSPECTOR Seven days a week 516-350-9200 
Solid City Home Inspection is located in Levittown, NY and services the entire Long Island area as well as  Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx also Manhattan. Our home inspectors specialize in home inspection, real estate inspection, building inspection, property preservation, Termite Inspection, Thermal Imaging and more. Call us today for all your home inspection services. We inspect both residential and commercial. We are the most referred home  inspection company in Long Island as well as Queens, serving Long Island for 10 years. Free termite inspection.  Home Inspection Long Island NY, Home Inspectors  Long Island NY, Real Estate Inspections Long Island NY, Property preservation Long Island NY, Infrared Thermography Long Island NY, Residential home Inspectors Long Island NY, Inspection Services Long Island NY, Levittown Home Inspection, Mineola Home Inspection. Real Estate Inspectors in Long Island, NY Building Inspection also termite inspection Long Island. Veterans Discounts, Senior discounts, Police discounts, Fire fighter discounts. Visit
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Thermal Imaging

Thermal imaging is a scan of your home using a special infrared thermal imaging camera.  This infrared (IR) camera detects very small temperature variations in your home’s components, even in hidden areas such as behind the walls, above the ceiling and beneath the floors.  These very minor temperature differences often reveal ‘invisible’ problems which cannot be seen with the naked eye, and would not be found with just a traditional home inspection.  Some people refer to this technology as "seeing through walls" or "X-ray Vision".  While neither of these analogies are technically correct, in many cases a thermal imaging scan can help the Inspector "see" problems that would otherwise not be visible.
Why do I need Thermal Imaging
Thermal Imaging takes your home inspection to the next level!  While a good home inspector can detect a wide variety of problems without "seeing inside the walls", a standard home inspection has limitations because it's a visual inspection.  Thermal Imaging is an inexpensive, non-invasive and non-destructive method of finding hidden problems that would otherwise go undetected.  Often times Thermal Imaging can find a problem in its early stages before there are visible symptoms, making it easier and less expensive to repair.  Much like a medical x-ray can help a doctor to diagnose a problem inside your body without doing exploratory surgery, Thermal Imaging is a quick and painless way to find certain types of problems that can be hidden within your home’s walls, floors and ceilings.  But even Thermal Imaging has limitations, and it takes much more than a special IR camera to "see through walls".  Just like it takes a trained Radiologist to properly interpret your medical x-ray, it takes a trained Thermographer to properly interpret your Thermal Imaging scan.  Rest assured that when you order Thermal Imaging from Solid City Home Inspections, your Inspector is also a trained and experienced .

The U.S. Dept. of Energy recommends having an infrared scan done before purchasing a home because even new houses can have defects in their thermal envelopes.

Thermal Imaging of a ceiling reveals an area with no insulation.       
 

What types of problems can Thermal Imaging reveal?
Thermal Imaging can find several different types of hidden problems, including:

• Plumbing leaks, moisture intrusion and water damage
• Missing insulation and energy loss
• Heating, cooling and ventilation problems (HVAC), including ductwork leaks
• Roof leaks, structural issues and foundation cracks
• Faulty wiring, breakers and fuses 
• Pests such as termites, rats and mice

Common Reasons for a Fallout with the Buyer and How to Avoid It!

It has happened many times before and may continue to happen, but why should you be the one who suffers? Even on closing day, a buyer may suddenly pull out from the deal. From the moment a buyer puts in an offer, the seller has to handle the whole situation tactfully lest he loses the buyer. More importantly the seller should not have to suffer the consequences of a buyer who withdraws last minute. There can be several reasons why a buyer and seller may fallout. But some of the most common ones are explained along with the remedies for them.
Rushing through a process may not be a good idea. If either the buyer or seller pushes the other person, you may put someone under pressure. Home buying and selling are major decisions; just because you are in a hurry it does not mean that the other person has to feel the same. Rushing through and skipping over details may come back to bite you later. Pay attention to the necessary details and move at a decent pace.
Some owners do not detach themselves emotionally from their homes. This can lead to problems if the buyer makes a critical remark about some aspect of the home. If the seller loses his cool, it may result in drama and jeopardize a good deal. So remember to keep your emotions in check.
Some buyers may be waiting for their home to sell before closing in on this offer. If the home does not sell on time, you may be required to wait unnecessarily. You should not wait for this to happen unless the other home is already in escrow. But you will have to put in a contingency clause in your agreement regarding this.
During negotiation, a lot of issues may be brought up. One is related to the contents of a home to be sold. When debating the purchase price, the buyer may bargain for some extra items or insist on a lower price. Make sure that if you do not want to sell some items, you either take these items out before showing a home or you make it very clear in the beginning about the items which are for sale. Having your dearest items on display will just give the buyer a chance to pick on them during negotiation.
Financing can be a major reason for the failure of a deal. The reasons could be many: the buyer cannot actually afford the home, or the lender may not approve the loan, or even if he does the buyer may not stick to the conditions of the approval letter which may result in the lender pulling out etc. For your protection, ask to see a pre-approval letter from a lender early in the process. Your sales agreement should also include a clause stating that financing should be obtained within a certain date or you are allowed to pull out from the deal. 
If an inspection does not get an all clear, the buyer or seller may choose a course of action decided in their agreement. But sometimes it may not be all black and white, and both parties may disagree on some point. For instance if there is a major defect which was not anticipated, the buyer may choose to back out of the deal. Again a clause regarding inspections should be clearly stated in the agreement. The survey of land may indicate some defects or encroachment on the property. This may also be a reason for the buyer to pull out if the flaw cannot be easily fixed.
There are probably several other reasons why a buyer and seller may fallout. It is recommended that the whole process is handled carefully and ethically. You should move with caution when accepting an offer and make sure that you see potential in it. Ensure that your home is in good condition and all defects are fixed or at least disclosed early. This may prevent the buyer from pulling out last minute. Most importantly, make sure the agreement includes clauses about inspection, financing, moving out (may be you need a few extra days), etc. Once you accept an offer, you have to move cautiously to avoid a fallout which may damage the deal.
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Mistakes Sellers Make When Listing Homes

According to a recent e-mail survey, overpricing a home is the most common mistake sellers have made when listing their homes. This does not prove to be profitable in the long run. It does not pay to be greedy. The sellers must understand the market, and should be aware of the estimated price of the property prevailing in the market. This helps in making the sale easier.
The next biggest mistake sellers make is dealing with the same real estate agent who represents their buyer. This may cause a clash of interest where the agent may close the deal at a price favoring the buyer. It is always better to deal with an agent different from the one representing the buyer.
The failure to reveal defects or problems has proven to be one of the other big mistakes that sellers make. The seller must take proper care in preparation of their home before the sale. The outside view of the home (curb appeal) is very important as that is what leaves a lasting impression on the buyer. The interiors have to be looked into as well. In case of any defects, the seller must either have them repaired or disclose them to the buyer in order to avoid problems arising in the future.
Sellers often fail to market their homes effectively.
Sellers can plan their advertising budget and should choose appropriate mediums for advertising their home. They may choose from newspaper Classifieds, Real Estate Magazines and Internet Ads. With many people using the Internet nowadays to begin their search for a home, advertising on the Internet proves to be a cost-effective medium. Some popular websites on this front are ChoiceOfHomes.com and FSBO.com
Selling a home is not an easy task. Several aspects have to be considered and re-considered. Care should be taken to avoid the most common mistakes as mentioned above. 

Long Island Home Inspection

The process of buying a home or condominium in the Long Island area can be very stressful and even risky. Whether you are buying or selling a home in Long Island, or even if you want to just make sure that no surprise repairs are waiting to happen, you can rely on our professional and certified home inspections to provide you with a clear and impartial assessment on the condition of your home.

1) Make an Informed Decision

Our clients' needs and expectations is our priority. We are committed to providing accurate and detailed information about the home being inspected to allow our clients to make a more informed decision about the home they are buying.

2) Professional Home Inspection Reports

Our easy to understand computerized home inspection reports are thorough and include digital images of the home. The inspection report is forwarded to our clients within 24 to 48 hours as diligent time is spent in outlining and reporting all conditions noted at the site along with recommendations from the inspector.

3) Home Inspection Training

Our professionally Licensed New York state Home Inspectors have the proper tools and expertise to identify issues that your untrained eyes simply aren't trained to find; especially during the time that your emotions are running high with excitement about that perfect home you've found.


4) Home Inspection Choices

We realize that all homes are not the same and either are the reasons why someone buys a home; therefore we offer a variety of home inspections to cater to your needs. Whether it's a complete home inspection, an  infrared home inspection or a limited roof inspection you're looking for, or even just a walk through inspection, we can accommodate you.

5) Home Inspection Defects

Most issues that we will find usually fall within the following categories:

Anything that might interfere with your ability to finance, occupy or insure the home;

Safety hazards such as a serious problems with electrical issues that could harm either life or property;

Things that lead to major defects, for example a small roof leak that can lead to major interior damage;

Major defects such as structural failures that could also cause moisture intrusion issues, ultimately leading to mold issues.

6) Choosing a Home Inspector
In choosing the right home inspector don't let price be the determining factor. You may be offered a home inspection for as low as $199. These low cost inspections are usually offered by inspectors that are both inexperienced and under equipped, who rush through multiple inspections a day. They will usually provide you with a basic checklist report prepared instantly at the end of the inspection. There will be no photos or meaningful substance with recommendations to help you make an informed decision.

For a purchase as important and expensive as a home, you shouldn't settle for anything less than a Solid City Home Inspector. Our inspectors are professionally trained, well equipped with cutting edge industry tools and equipment and care enough about the clients, to invest the time to properly assess the condition of your home or property.


7) For Buyers

For a home buyer, we will make sure that you understand every fact about the property you are purchasing. As your home inspectors, we will work hard on your behalf and we personally assure you that all structural and minor defects discovered will be noted in our detailed inspection report, along with the corresponding digital images.

8) For Sellers

For sellers, we will provide you with a report so you can give 100% full disclosure, with no worries that a buyer will be coming back and questioning anything regarding the property. Also as your home inspectors, we can inspect your home and find out if there are any structural or minor problems that you might not be aware of which may cause you to lose a sale.

Anytime that anyone purchases a home, we understand that it is a HUGE investment, and we take great pride in providing everyone involved with accurate details of the property. Client referrals is where most of our business comes from, and this can only be accomplished one way; with happy, satisfied and appreciative clients. During the course of the inspection we take the time to explain our findings to our clients in order to ensure that they have full understanding of the systems and components of the home, along with any defects that we find.

9) Our Home Inspection Commitment

Should we have the privilege of inspecting your home or property, we promise you will have our very best efforts. We will provide you with insight and answers to all of your inspection concerns. At Solid City Home Inspections, you become our client for life, not only on the day of the inspection. Please contact us at anytime; we are here to help you live in comfort.

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When selling your house tempt buyers with your kitchen

Home Staging is a done thing when you are putting your house up for sale. No doubt every room in the house should be tended to with great care but what with the kitchens taking a lead in surveys as a big decision maker when purchasing a home, it’s only logical to give it the extra touch.
A kitchen as we all know is where the family usually gathers around for some good old lend-a-helping-hand, where drawings of children are put up, where bills are paid and generally just where the family spends a large amount of time in. When you’re selling your house, make sure that the kitchen is the deal maker. Spruce up, tidy up and de-clutter to tempt the prospective buyer.
Making the kitchen look spacious is very important. Even if your kitchen isn’t large, just getting rid of unnecessary items (clutter) and bulky furniture might do the trick. De-clutter means leaving the counter tops clean (not necessarily bare) and stowing away appliances and items you never use.
To de-clutter doesn’t mean you stuff things in your cabinet. Prospective buyers are going to open them out. They want to see how much space is there to store their clutter. If your cabinets are going to look crammed, they might not be too happy. So go through your items – vessels and appliances you use once a year can be packed away and put into storage.
If there’s an area in your house you are considering spending some money on- try your kitchen. Repainting before selling is a good start. A fresh coat of (neutral and subtle shade) paint could give the kitchen a bright and clear look. If your countertops are looking washed out and grungy, its time to invest in some decent tile for them. See if the sink is in good condition and if it needs to be replaced. Likewise your faucets and the plumbing should be well-maintained and functioning properly.
Now back to the non-spending tips for tidying up. If your kitchen leads out into an open area, don’t hide this space with blinds when prospective buyers come over. Clean out that outside area and let it add grace to the kitchen. Open out your windows to bring in as much light as possible. But if your kitchen is slightly dark or you’re showing the house in winter, turn on the lights inside to impress. But take care to not overdo the lighting; it has to complement the environment. Lots of natural light and good ventilation is highly recommended.
Make sure all appliances are working and not falling apart. Move out the kitty/ doggy tray out of sight. Conceal liquor bottles (if any) as this may not give an entirely good impression. Put some flower in a vase or place a small potted plant in the kitchen. More so if you have a desk that you place your computer on or usually just work at, clean it but leave it intact. Your buyers need to know how multi-functional your kitchen can get.
Very importantly, keep your kitchen free of nasty odors. But for a good impact, the smell of baking cookies or apple pie wafting from your kitchen is a good idea on the day of showing your house.
Just put yourself in the buyer’s shoes and see if it looks like a kitchen you would want to return to at all odd hours of the day and night. That should help you just as much as the pointers above should. So go spruce up the kitchen to clinch that deal!
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What does a home inspection include?

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Importance of a Home Inspection

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Should I spend the money to get a home inspection before purchasing a new home? This question is questioned more by clients who are really low on money they have to spend toward the purchase. I stress that a home inspection report can help them make an informed decision about whether they can truly afford to buy the home. So as a rule I always suggest that we get expert advice about the true condition of the home the buyer is thinking about purchasing.

Home inspections are very beneficial, some clients think they may be a little costly but you must look at the big picture. Would you not rather invest $500-$600 in inspection to find out if you really want to invest 100's of 1000's of dollars on a house? If the inspector finds major problems you will get out of the contract and save a lot of money by not purchasing a “money pit”. If the inspector only discovers minor and maintenance issues you can look at the home inspection as a fact-finding (honey do checklist) that you will spend the first year working on to make sure that you are protecting your purchase. All in all I think home inspections are a very good purchase in your investment and your satisfaction as a new home owner.

Most Realtor's have had a lot of experience working with home inspectors. You want to make sure you choose the right inspector for your house. Make sure they have had the professional training associated with home sale inspections and also make sure they will give you a comprehensive report of their finding. A professional home inspection will help you to buy your new house with the confidence that you are making a wise investment.

A good home inspector such as Solid City Inspections will look at the major components of the home. In the event that access can be obtained they should even inspect the attic area and crawl space of the home. Most great inspectors will require between 3-4 hours to complete a good inspection and many will give you the written report immediately after the inspection with photos of aspects of concern.

The best benefit of getting a home inspection using Solid City Inspections is that you have written proof to take back to the seller concerning the true condition of the home. Here's your opportunity to either re-negotiate the sale price or get the seller to make some repairs before the closing.

Home inspections may also be very helpful to sellers before listing their house.

If you are in the middle of buying a home or looking at a home sometime in the near future the topic of a home inspection will come up. Do you need one? Are you required to have a home inspected. In some cases the answer then is yes. Some cities require that a home be inspected if it is being purchased by means of land contract. However in many cases the answer is no, it isn't mandatory.

Financial organizations may require specific inspections not covered by a basic home inspection. These often required inspections are, well and septic, gas line inspection and warranty and of course a termite inspection.

With Solid City Home Inspections you can be assured you are receiving a thorough and truthful home inspection. Call the pros at Solid City Inspections today for your Long Island Home Inspection, Nassau County Home Inspection, Suffolk County Home Inspection, andNew York Home Inspection needs.