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STRUCTURAL
INSPECTIONS
And the Professional Engineer
Contact at:
pbesmer@aol.com
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The prime component of a home inspection
is the structural inspection, but did you know many inspections
are done by people who are not qualified, and are not permitted,
to do structural inspections.
In New York State, by law, only a licensed Professional Engineer
can comment on the structural adequacy of a building’s structure.
There are many people doing inspections in our area, but less than
half of them are licensed Professional Engineers.
A non-engineer can only observe that a wood beam is in good
condition, but a Professional Engineer can state it is structurally
acceptable, or prescribe repairs if it is not.
In my inspection, I carefully inspect observable and accessible
structural components, measure them, and determine if they are
of
an adequate size and in acceptable condition.
This will often require me to enter attics, crawl spaces and basements,
and carefully inspect the foundations, main beams, columns and floor
joists. This is what is necessary for a quality inspection.
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THE INSPECTION
Includes a report of the condition
of the following:
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- Plumbing system and fixtures
- Electrical system adequacy
(includes removal of panel cover)
- Heating system inspection,
operation and evaluation
- Basement and foundation
structural inspection
- Attic inspection, including
insulation (if accessible)
- Hot water tank inspection,
operation and evaluation
- Kitchen inspection, includes
most appliances
- Interior room condition
- Roof
- Gutters and Leaders
- Windows
- Siding
- Property Grading
- Energy Conservation advise
and tips
- Property use comments,
as requested
- Landscaping comments, as
requested
- Septic System Certification
- Will report structural
damage from termites
All included in a customized
report written by Paul Besmertnik
Verbal reports are included as needed
- Purchaser encouraged to
accompany inspector during inspection. (no extra charge)
- All efforts made to accommodate
scheduling needs
- Reduced rate reinspections
for closings
- Qualified for expert court
testimony in house related matters.
- Expert Digital Photo services
available upon request.
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THE
WRITTEN REPORT
And After Inspection Accessibility
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The written report is written by Paul Besmertnik
in his office after the inspection, and takes several hours to prepare.
The report itself is about 15-20 typewritten pages. Other written
inspection reports advertised may be checklists prepared and completed
during the inspection. And others may be longer, but with much
filler material. I believe my written
report
is unsurpassed for providing specific information on the house
to the purchaser.
The report also contains a useful summary page which itemizes all
observed problem areas and deficiencies in order of priority, concisely,
for easy reference.
Upon receipt of the report, Paul Besmertnik is available
for questions and clarification by the purchaser or their attorney
at any time, day or evening.
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