About the Inspector’s Experience
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1.) How can I know if the NYS Licensed Inspector is Experienced?
Easy, you can’t. Since NYS began issuing home inspection licenses the number of licensed inspectors has gone up by the thousands. Home inspection schools have been doing a brisk business preparing people ranging from underemployed contractors to laid off factory workers to pass the NYS licensing requirements. These part-timers then perform inspections for $289.00, have little or no experience and are often out of business in a year or less
Dov Herman has 18 years of hands on experience inspecting homes, condo’s/co-op and commercial buildings and is a second generation inspector. Inspections are all he does full time and he is dedicated to his profession.
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2.) After narrowing choices, how do I judge the Inspector's experience?
Dov Herman has conducted in excess of 10,000 properties .One way is to ask how many inspections he or she has performed to date .The more inspections performed, the more issues the inspector has been exposed to, the more experience they gain, the better they get. In addition, the inspector will also become more familiar with issues specific to various areas and or neighborhoods.
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3.) Does the inspector perform inspections full time or part time only?
Often homes in the same neighborhoods or by the same builder have similar features and issues specific to that area. One must do a fair amount of inspections in to become familiar with some of these recurring issues as well as having the knowledge when something is not an issue. Inspectors working on a part time basis will not have the experience needed nor invested in the latest tools and technology or achieved the education needed in the ever changing world of inspections.
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About the Inspector’s Qualification
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4.) Do you use an Infrared camera? Are you certified? Is it free?
Yes, Yes and Yes! Thermography is the process by which an infrared camera views thermal temperature patterns and produces these images in colors. The use of infrared technology in the inspection industry is relatively new and is basically, a form of nondestructive testing. Infrared cameras can detect leaks or suspected moisture, hot spots in electrical circuits, energy efficiency issues and more
Dov uses a state-of-the-art infrared camera in EACH and EVERY inspection, at no charge to our clients. We will scan under all bathrooms, all electrical panels, exterior walls, beneath roofs and any other area we feel is suspect, absolutely free.
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5.) Is the Inspector certified to inspect Termites? Is it free?
Dov has been a NYS licensed termite inspector for close to 18 years and termite inspections reports are provided free of charge with all full home inspections.
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Dov is Level 1 and Level 2 certified as an EIFS inspector, Moisture Analyst & Building Envelope Analyst by The Exterior Design Institute (EDI). Only 1 percent of all home inspectors have achieved this prestigious certification.
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Only liability insurance is mandated by New York State but not the more costly Errors and Omission .That means you will only be covered if the inspector steps through your ceiling or his ladder fall on your car.
The inspection industry is a difficult and very litigious business to be in. The majority of inspectors is doing this part-time in this vulnerable market and, as a result, may not elect to carry the necessary and, very costly insurance.
We inspect so many houses, and within these houses, are literally thousands of components. As human beings, we are all susceptible to imperfection. This is why we carry Errors and Omissions insurance, and our record is impeccable!
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Dov belongs to and is an active member of the following associations
· Metropolitan Association of Home Inspectors ( MAHI) serving as it’s representative to NYSAHI
Long island Chapter of the American Society of Home Inspectors having served on its board of directors ,education committee and representative to NYSAHI
New York State Association of Home Inspectors ( NYSAHI)serving on the Board of Directors
The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI)
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9.) What type of report does the Inspector generate? When do I receive it?
The inspection report is used as an informational guide for the buyer and in some cases, a negotiation tool. An inspector must be able to articulate the findings in a manner which is logical to the buyers, sellers and perhaps, a contractor or handyman that is selected to correct the negotiated or necessary repairs. A checklist style report which lists the finding as good, fair or poor simply won’t do when purchasing such a huge investment.
Dov Herman creates a fully narrative report that begins onsite for accuracy and prints with full sentences that clearly articulates findings. We will always include digital photography and thermography, when necessary.
If the inspector simply takes pictures at the inspection and tells you the report will be ready in a few days, he/she will forget all of the details by then .
Dov will typically email the inspection report to you the very same day but always within 24 hours .
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Simple, once a client … always a client. Dov is available via email or phone to go over the report or explain any unanswered questions. It’s not uncommon for clients to call with questions or looking for advice 6 to 7 years after the inspection
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After more than a 18 years in the home inspection business, I’ve seen many fly-by-night inspectors come and go.
Many families and home buyers are victimized by these unsavory characters.
Be very wary of inspectors offering 200% guarantees or $500 guarantees. These typically have requirements designed to make you jump through hoops so nobody will ever collect.
Here’s our simple promise to you… If after we inspect your home you’re not 100% satisfied with the inspection – Simply pay absolutely nothing *
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