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Why Inspections Are Needed

VirtualTourA home is the largest purchase most people will make in their lifetime. We at Granite Inspection Group believe that you should Inspect… Before You Invest, and we want you to be informed and confident when you make that decision. We want you to feel prepared for your home’s aging process, and through a home-wellness inspection, be aware of areas of deficiency and the history of the home’s maintenance. We want to help you to be proactive in maintaining your home and / or preparing it for sale. When considering whether you need a home inspection, ask yourself these important questions.

  • Are Home Inspections really necessary?
  • What can you learn during the process?
  • How can an inspection help you financially?
  • Why wait for minor repairs to become major issues costing large amounts of money to repair?
  • Why wait for minor items to become safety hazards or health threats?
  • Is your electrical system safe?
  • Are you prepared to take a proactive approach to home maintenance?
  • Is Your Heating and Cooling Systems Operational?
  • What condition is your home in now?
  • How long has it been since you considered the state of your home?
  • When was the last time you inspected your roof?
  • When is the last time you looked underneath your home?
  • When was the last time you inspected your attic?
  • How will proactively selling your home benefit you?
  • Wouldn’t it be wise to have a 1st year anniversary inspection before the one year warranty on a new house runs out?

 

Are Home Inspections really necessary?
Yes! They will make you more informed, more confident and more prepared for the investment of your dreams.

 

What can you learn during the process?
You will learn a lot about your home – from the foot print of the way  was built to the evolution of building material and technology use through out the home.

 

How can an inspection help you financially?
From the day of a building’s completion, early detection can eliminate costly repairs in the future. A full inspection and a check of all utilities and appliances should be done.  If any defects are identified or aging material and equipment is present, these could be budgetary items for consideration.

 

Why wait for minor repairs to become major issues costing large amounts of money to repair?
Learn about upcoming expenses so you can prepare for them or avoid them altogether.

 

Why wait for minor items to become safety hazards or health threats?
Protect your family, yourself and your investment.

 

Is your electrical system safe?
Inspections will check for faulty wiring and potential hazards to safeguard your family and your home.

 

Are you prepared to take a proactive approach to home maintenance?
Keep in mind that your home will most likely be the biggest purchase you make in your lifetime. Do you want to treat your investment to a solid future?

 

Is Your Heating and Cooling Systems Operational?
An inspection will check to see if the system is operational.

 

What condition is your home in now?
Wind, rain and harsh sun all play a part in your home’s aging process. Look over your home and consider if it is as safe and strong as the day you moved in.

 

How long has it been since you considered the state of your home?
Often, the state of your home is only considered when making the original purchase… however, much can happen in 1, 5, 10, 15 or 30 years. An inspection will teach you how to help your home age gracefully and successfully.

 

When was the last time you inspected your roof?
Leaves, rain, snow and relentless sun can buckle and weaken your roof. Regular inspections can help you keep your roof safe and strong.

 

When is the last time you looked underneath your home?
Your home’s strength begins underneath your home — are you confident that this space is providing strength and safety at its fullest potential?

 

When was the last time you inspected your attic?
Much more than old clothes can collect dust in your attic. Wood-destroying insects or organisms can make your attic their home. Drafts from your attic can affect your heating and energy bill. Be confident that your attic is not depleting the value of your home.

 

How will proactively selling your home benefit you?
A pre-sell inspection prepares you for potential issues, giving you the opportunity to handle them before they affect your sale or sale price.

 

Wouldn’t it be wise to have a 1st year anniversary inspection before the one year warranty on a new house runs out?
Take advantage of the benefit of your warranty, and make sure that your home is still as safe and sound as the day you moved into it.

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Testimonials

Michael answered all of my questions. The installation was successful and was completed in a professional manner. I am very satisfied with the radon system!

Ann D. Schwinger   

Michael is very professional, and knows what he is talking about. He takes the time to explain things in layman's terms so you understand the situation. He is the brains, and the brawn in the organization. Not only did he inspect our system, and provide a repair estimate, he was the person who showed up to do the dirty work. He also worked with me to let me do some of the demo myself in order to save costs.

I will use Michael for any inspection or radon needs going forward.

David Snider   

Granite Inspection group team member"Lisa" provided great customer service from the very beginning of scheduling our Inspection appointment. She was a pleasure to speak to, very informative and caring about our needs and schedule availability. She scheduled us with Michael Christophides "Inspector" who also provided great inspection services for the purchase of our first home. He was on time for our appointment, very patient and informative and took his time to explain all repair recommendation findings. Granite Inspection group made our inspection process a great experience!! We will definitely, recommend their services to our family and friends.

Pamela Santana   

I am very pleased with the customer service I received from the Granite Inspection Group. Throughout the entire process, they took the time to educate and support me and my family. They were knowledgeable and understanding. They were professional during every interaction. I highly recommend their service.

Artie Ferraro   

Lisa and Michael are wonderful! Lisa was great at providing information about the service and what we needed to do to get started- she even stayed late to make sure we were able to touch base with each other. Michael arrived for the appointment- he was very knowledgeable and explained in full detail how the system would help us, how it would be set up, and was very interested in our input. We had such a great experience with this group and would highly recommend them! Have your home tested!

KERRY DICKAN   

When we first learned that we might have radon in our home we were scared. We asked around and researched many different companies and finally decided to contact the Granite Inspection Group. From the beginning when we were just looking for information through the entire process they took the time to answer our questions. They were knowledgeable and understanding of our particular situation. They didn't try to "sell us" instead they were real down to earth people who genuinely wanted to educate and support us.
We would highly recommend this company to anyone who is interested in doing what it takes to keep their family safe.

Aubree F.   

Mike goes above and beyond to make sure that he provides the best service for his clients. He is extremely thorough, knowledgeable, and explains his findings very clearly. I highly recommend Mike if you are looking for a home inspector.

Christopher Torres   

Michael came over after a tornado sent a pine tree crashing through my roof. Michael came over and explained the testing process and what needed to be done to maximize the testing results. Once the roof was repaired. Michael suggested ways to minimize the possibility of water penetrating the building which I completed prior to testing. Michael completed testing and we the favorable report shortly after.

I highly recommend Granite Inspection Group for the thorough inspection, testing and education. Michael, thanks for all the advice and pearls of wisdom.

Louis Cordero   

This is the third time I used Granite Inspection Group. I could not be happier with them. They’re very knowledgeable and always go above and beyond.

I highly recommend them. I would give 10 stars if I could.

John Chianfagna   

I recently hired Michael to help me with radon level testing and remediation services. He was very punctual, responsive, and knowledgeable. I appreciate his approach. I would absolutely recommend him for others to hire him if you need his service. Thank you! Bini

Bini T.   

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Granite Inspection Group
Phone: 845-635-2552
Email: michael@gigrp.com

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Service Areas Include, But Not Limited To:
Dutchess County- Poughkeepsie, Fishill, Pleasant Valley, Lagrange, Hyde Park, Hopewell Junction, Wappinger Falls, Rhinebeck, Beacon, Millbrook, Red Hook, Dover, Pawling
Putnam County- Carmel, Mahopac, Brewster
Orange County- Newburgh, New Windsor, Wallkill, Chester, Middletown
Ulster County- New Paltz, Highland, Kingston, Saurgerties
Rockland County- Monroe, Nanuet, Pear River
Columbia County, Green County, Westchester County and beyond

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