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Some people feel that newly constructed homes and buildings do not need to be inspected because the building inspector checks the building before issuing the Certificate of Occupancy. Others feel that a new condo unit does not require an inspection. In reality, new construction needs an inspection just as existing construction needs an inspection.

Before construction of a home or building begins, an application is filed at the Department of Buildings and a building permit is issued. Periodic inspections are performed by the building inspector. The inspector is checking for compliance with applicable building codes and zoning codes, whether the building is built according to the approved plans, and whether the building is constructed in a manner that is acceptable to the municipality.

The building inspector is not checking many of the things that our Licensed Engineers examine. In fact, there is little overlap between what the Engineer investigates and what the building inspector checks. After the inspection, the engineering report helps you understand the condition of the building.

Problems Found in
New Construction

The following defects were uncovered during a pre-purchase inspection of a newly constructed house. These are all problems that should be corrected before moving into the house. No Certificate of Occupancy had been issued at the time we performed the inspection. However, Closing had been scheduled for three days after the inspection:

There was no access panel for the whirlpool tub motor
The appliance installation was incomplete
Paint spatters were present on the windows
The handrail on the main steps was improperly installed
Many of the windows did not latch properly
The central air-conditioning system was missing the condensate pump
The garage door opener was not connected
The kitchen cabinet doors were improperly adjusted
There was evidence of water penetration into the basement
The were non-structural foundation cracks that needed to be patched
The front door could not be opened from the inside

Having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a Professional Engineer Inspector maximizes your chances of finding the problems before you move in. Many potential problems are beyond the scope of the municipal building inspector's inspection. This includes obvious minor problems such as a kitchen cabinet door that does not latch properly.

Some problems may be detected by careful purchasers. Having a pre-purchase inspection performed by an Engineer Inspector maximizes your chances of finding the problems before you move in. You can use the information provided by the Engineer to help create a punch list you can provide to the builder.

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Contact Heimer Engineering℠

Call for a Home Inspection Heimer Engineering New York pre-purchase home, building, condo, and co‑op inspections Heimer Engineering℠ is happy to help you. Senior Staff members are available Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. After 5 PM, please leave a message. Messages are checked during the day on Sunday, and Sunday evening through Thursday evening. Inspections are performed seven days a week.

Heimer Engineering's℠ inspection fees are competitive with non-Engineer's fees, especially when you consider that many non-Engineers charge extra for termite inspections, swimming pools, etc.

Inspection orders are taken by senior staff members. A real estate purchase is complex and you should be able to speak with someone who can answer your inspection questions.

To set up an appointment for a pre-purchase inspection or to find out about Engineering services or expert court testimony email Info@heimer.com, text 888.769.6910, or call 800.605.1500. If no staff member is in the office, leave a message.

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Heimer Engineering℠ serves the Metro New York area, including New York City (Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island), Long Island (Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Upstate New York (Rockland County, Putnam County, and Westchester County).

Heimer Engineering℠ respects your privacy. Some home inspection firms share information with insurance, landscaping, home maintenance, moving, cable, mortgage, and other companies. You will not receive phone calls or solicitation emails from third parties as a result of providing us with personal information. For more information, see our Privacy Policy.

In the event of a life-threatening emergency call 911. Emergency situations need to be handled by first-responders who can evacuate buildings, shut utilities off, and take other steps necessary to preserve life.

Standards of Practice
and Code of Ethics

Our Licensed Engineers substantially adhere to the InterNACHI® Code of Ethics, to Subpart 197-4 of the State of New York Code of Ethics and Regulations for Home Inspectors, the ASHI® Standards of Practice, and the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE®) Code of Ethics. In the event of a conflict, the Licensed Engineer uses Engineering judgment to decide what standard or Engineering principle takes precedence. All State of New York Licensed Engineers are bound by New York State Education Law Article 145.

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Heimer Engineering℠ performs home inspections, building inspections, condo inspections, and co-op inspections in the State of New York. Expert witness services are provided regarding playground injuries, parking lot, walkway, and stairway slip, trip, and fall.

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New Construction Homeand Condo Inspections

Problems Found inNew Construction