It is required they be done by a PE. If you need this permit to rent an apartment in your house, please contact me to fill out the permit application. Photos and a visit to Town Hall are required. Continue Reading
Author Archives: P.Besmertnik
Radon Inspections
Radon is not commonly a problem in most of Long Island. If requested, testing will require a revisit to the house. Canisters are usually placed in the basement level and retrieved after a few days. Ask me about them as I can do this as part of my home inspection on Long Island for an… Continue Reading
Where I work
People always ask me, do you go here, do you go there? I’ve been to all five boros and every corner of Long Island. But Huntington, Dix Hills, Melville, Plainview, Babylon, Commack, and East Northport, are the communities closest to me. Ive worked in these areas or over 40 years. Continue Reading
Required before the winter
Now is the time to clean your gutters. Dont wait for the first storm to see them overflow and damage yor house… Shop as some companies overcharge for the simple action Continue Reading
Specialty Inspection
Many people ask me about specialized inspections, such as for pools, security systems, infrared. These are items that are best left to companies that do that work, as they have knowledge and experience far beyond what a home inspector would have. I do perform inspections to get permits for house apartment rentals in the Town… Continue Reading
Accompany the inspector during the inspection
Its very important to be at the inspection to obsere the inspector and see what he does. This will also give you the opportunity to ask questions and hear comments beyond what will be in the report. I welcome and encourage this. Continue Reading
EIFS siding, modern stucco like siding
EIFS, synthetic stucco siding, could be very trouble prone, even a disaster. It must be inspected by a Certified or Lic. EIFS Inspector who will use several types of high tech equipment to do the inspection. The problem is that any water penetration will result in damage to the interior, and growth of mold. Continue Reading
Many reasons not to use a realtor recommended inspector
Basically, they have allegiance to the realtor and try hard not to ruin their deal. They want to be recommended again. There are 100s of inspectors, so its easy to find and recommend 3 that will give a favorable inspection and not ruin the deal. Its a well known fact here on LI that realtors… Continue Reading