The answer is a definitive yes. While it was always recommended that you retain the services of a licensed home inspector in New York, it was not mandatory for home inspectors in NY to be licensed until December 31, 2005. At that time, the real property law was amended to specify that any person engaged in performing inspections of residential buildings in return for compensation must be licensed.
When choosing a home inspector, you should always ensure that they are indeed licensed. An individual claiming to be a home inspector that is unlicensed may not possess the experience, knowledge, and specialized training that a licensed home inspector does.
A professional, licensed home inspector has undergone extensive training regarding a multitude of disciplines related to home inspection. Even someone familiar with construction will not have the necessary training to look for and spot potential problems in a home. Licensed home inspectors in NY utilized special equipment and carefully and thoroughly examine key aspects of a home, and follow a strict code of ethics in order to remain impartial and trustworthy.
Qualified home inspectors in NY are also certified by reputable Home Inspection associations such as ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors). ASHI members must pass a very difficult test, adhere to demanding standards, and continue their education.
At Safe Harbor Inspections, Inc. all home inspectors are licensed by the State of New York and are members of, and certified by several associations and institutions. As a full service home inspection company serving Long Island, Brooklyn, Queens and NY, we are dedicated to providing the best home inspections service, focusing on high quality residential inspections and state-of-the-art photographic reports.
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