Answers to the most common questions about home inspections, environmental testing, and our services across Long Island and NYC.
Most inspections range from $400–$700 depending on the size, type, age, and condition of the property.
Additional services such as mold, radon, or air quality testing are priced separately.
Most inspections can be scheduled within 24–72 hours.
We work with tight real estate timelines across Long Island and NYC to meet contract deadlines.
Most inspections take 2–3 hours for a typical home.
Larger, older, or multi-family properties may take longer due to additional systems and conditions.
Reports are delivered within 24 hours, often the same day.
Each report includes clear findings, photos, and video walkthroughs explaining key issues.
We evaluate major visible systems including roof, structure, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, interior components, and attic (when accessible).
The focus is on defects that impact safety, function, and negotiation—not cosmetic items.
Focus on structural concerns, electrical hazards, plumbing failures, active moisture or mold, and major system defects.
These are the issues that impact safety and negotiation.
You can request repairs, negotiate credits, proceed with full awareness, or walk away from the deal if needed.
The inspection gives you the information to make that decision.
No. Unexpected findings and poor communication are what typically cause deals to fall apart.
Clear, early information helps keep deals together.
Yes. The inspection report is commonly used to request repairs or negotiate credits before closing.
They can be. Cosmetic updates sometimes conceal older systems or deferred maintenance.
A thorough inspection helps identify these conditions.
If there are musty odors, visible staining, past water damage, or basement moisture concerns, a mold assessment is recommended.
These conditions are common in Long Island and NYC homes.
It may include moisture mapping, air sampling, surface sampling, and identifying moisture sources.
The goal is to determine both presence and cause.
No. Mold testing is a separate service to ensure proper procedures and certified lab results.
Radon is a naturally occurring gas that can accumulate in homes.
Testing is recommended for properties with basements or slab foundations since it cannot be seen or smelled.
Indoor air quality testing evaluates airborne contaminants such as mold spores, allergens, and particulates.
Recommended for homes with moisture issues or occupants with sensitivities.
Yes, if possible. It allows you to see issues firsthand and ask questions during the inspection.
If you cannot attend, a full report with photos and video will be provided.
Standard inspections do not include mold testing, radon testing, air quality testing, sewer scopes, or termite certifications.
These services are available separately.
Most inspections in Long Island fall within the $400–$700 range depending on property details and selected services.
Most inspections take 2–3 hours, with additional time needed for larger or older properties.
No, but it is strongly recommended to identify potential issues before closing and support informed decisions.
Common issues include basement moisture, mold conditions, aging roofs, outdated electrical systems, plumbing leaks, and ventilation deficiencies.
If there are signs of moisture, basement conditions, or past water damage, a mold assessment is recommended.
Yes. Radon can be present in homes throughout New York, especially those with basements.
Reports are typically delivered within 24 hours, often the same day.
Yes. These require specialized testing and are offered as separate services.
Long Island, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
Yes. Fully licensed and insured in New York State.
All inspections are performed using professional tools and industry standards.
Phone: 718-749-7268
Website: mysolidrockhomeinspections.com
Location: Baldwin, NY
