Inspection Overview

All of our inspections meet or exceed the standards of the home inspection industry as set forth by the American Society of Home Inspectors(ASHI)and the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors(NACHI)

CIS has a team of professional licensed home inspectors and NYS certified fire code inspectors. We possess decades of professional construction experience and a commitment to the highest moral and ethical standards.

We are available to serve you seven days a week and well beyond normal business hours.

We use HomeGauge Inspection software to generate professional reports with client password protected access to our web site for 24/7 access to your account and our services. Inspection reports will be made available within 48 hours of your inspection and may be e-mailed to you anywhere in the world.

We are fully insured and all of our agents are professionally trained and licensed with the State of New York.

Items included in your standard fee inspection are as follows:

· General exterior condition

· Drainage, grading and retaining walls

· Driveways, walking paths and patios

· Decks, porches and awnings

· Garages and sheds

· Structural condition and components

· Roofs, gutters and downspouts

· Chimney(s)

· Visual insulation and ventilation

· Windows and doors

· General interior condition

· Ceilings, walls and flooring

· Electrical- including your distribution box

· Plumbing

· Hot water heater / Heating unit or Furnace

· Air conditioning unit

· Kitchens and bathrooms including cabinets

Additional inspections / tests can be arranged including:

Water quality
Mold tests and identification
Radon / Carbon Monoxide
Lead paint
Asbestos

The Process

CIS is a team of fully licensed, insured home inspectors that possess the experience and professionalism to aid you in the largest financial decision of your life.

Contact: Your phone or e-mail request will be answered by one of our professional inspectors with a thank you for contacting us. We will make an appointment to meet you at your convenience. Most inspections can happen within 72 hours of your contact.

Interview: We will perform a brief interview to gather an outline of the property that you are considering. We will explore your needs and concerns and tailor an inspection program to fit those needs. At this time we will be able to quote you a competitive price for our services.

Introduction: We will arrive for our appointment on time and ready to perform. We will present you with a binder for your property including:

A copy of your Inspection Agreement
Information of the standards and practices of licensed home inspectors
Environmental (EPA) information regarding blanket code requirements
Basic home safety and maintenance information
Template of your soon to be completed inspection report

Inspection: A typical inspection will take between 2 and 4 hours. We will generate a report throughout the inspection. We encourage your presence and participation throughout the inspection so that we can provide an education as to every component of your home. It is our goal to leave you with the feeling of empowerment and comfort about the property you are considering.

Education/Analysis: We will interpret your inspection in a language that you will understand and provide you with answers to all of your questions and a glossary of terms and definitions to allow you to reference your report long after we have left.

Continued Support: CIS will continue to be available to you on line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We will be available to answer your questions and address any issues concerning our service and your home. Access to your account on our site through a secure password will ensure that no matter where you are, your information can be with you.