Our inspection reports range from detailed building-wide evaluation reports of all major structural elements & mechanical components to the basic pre-purchase townhouse or coop apartment inspection report.
The scope of our inspection reports may be tailored to suit the client requirements and include the following types of reports:
- Building-wide inspection of all structural elements and mechanical systems and Essential Services.
- Specific-element inspection of a single component [e.g. roof] or single system [e.g. boiler]
- Individual Coop/Condo Unit pre-purchase inspection.
- Fire Damage inspection to evaluate scope of damage and related claims.
- Building Damage caused by Plumbing Leaks or Rain-water Seepage inspection report to evaluate the extent of damage and required repairs thereto.
- Code inspections to evaluate compliance of construction or renovation with Building Code requirements.
- Construction progress inspections to evaluate percent completion and authorize progress payment requisitions.
- Construction supervision – periodic inspections to evaluate progress of major capital improvements or restoration and compliance with the project specifications and drawings.
Fee Structure:
Fees for basic townhouse, coop or condo inspection reports are typically quoted on a lump sum basis plus additional work rates beyond the basic inspection and report fees, and are typically broken down in a Formal Proposal or an Inspection Order Agreement Form. The inspection usually takes 2-4 hours with an inspection report generated within 2-4 busines days.
Fees for Commercial property and Multiple Dwelling building-wide inspections are typically quoted on a lump sum basis plus additional work rates beyond the basic inspection and report fees, and are typically broken down in a Formal Proposal or an Inspection Order Agreement Form. For larger properties, complexes and property portfolio audits, a fee is usually quoted following a site visit.
Periodic project monitoring, construction supervision and property portfolio analysis require greater management and coordination. These inspections require scheduling of inspectors and professionals over longer duration between 3-12 months periods with on-line work progress and field reports.
TYPICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS OF A BUILDING-WIDE INSPECTION REPORT:
ASPA Engineering LLC – BUILDING CONDITIONS REPORT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. SITE
1. Sidewalks and curbs……………..
2. Yards and Courts ……………….
B. ROOF OF BUILDING
3. Roof Surface………………….
4. Parapets and Copings ………….
5. Bulkhead Structures……………..
6. Chimneys and Caps………………
7. Metal Work at the Roof Level…….
C. EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING
8. Exterior Walls……………….
9. Exterior Windows………………….
10. Terraces and Balconies………….
11. Fire Escapes……………………
12. Exterior Entrances……………..
D. COMMON AREAS
13. Public Hallways and Stairwells….
14. Cellar Spaces…………………
E. ESSENTIAL SERVICES
15, Elevator Service……………….
16. Heating System……………….
17. Plumbing and Sanitary Systems…….
18. Water Storage Tank……………
19. Fire Protection System……….
20. Ventilation System…………….
21. Electric Service…………….
22. Air Conditioning………..
23. Intercom System and Site Security..
24. Refuse Disposal System……….
25. Laundry Facilities……………
F. MISCELLANEOUS
28. Pest Control………………
27. Violations………………..
26. Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM)
G. DWELLING UNITS
29. Ceilings and Walls ……..
30. Apartment Floors…………….
31. Bathroom Fixtures…………
32. Ceramic Tile In Bathrooms…..
33. Kitchen Appliances…………
ATTACHMENTS:
Certificate of Occupancy [co]…………
Local Law 11/98 Facade Inspection Report..
DOB/HPD/ECB Violations Reports
Technical Glossary ………………
Captioned Photographs……………..
DISCLAIMER…………………..
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