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Standards of Practice & Licensing

The state standards and code of ethics behind every inspection.

Licensed Inspector

License #16000161015

Masum Rumi is a licensed home inspector.

State Standards

New York State Standards of Practice

Every inspection we perform follows the New York State Standards of Practice for Home Inspectors (Title 19 NYCRR Subpart 197-5), which the Department of State sets for every licensed home inspector. The regulation describes them as “a minimum and uniform standard for home inspectors.”

They require the inspector to observe and report on readily accessible, visually observable installed systems and components, and to report any that are deficient, not functioning properly or unsafe. They cover the site, structure, exterior, roof, plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, interior, insulation and ventilation, fireplaces and attics, and they list what falls outside a home inspection. Anything the inspector could not observe must be listed in the report with the reason.

New York's Licensing Law

Home inspectors in New York are licensed by the Department of State under Article 12-B of the Real Property Law.

The law says our duty is to you, the client, requires a written report within five business days of the inspection, and bars us from offering or doing, for an extra fee, any repair or replacement of the systems and components the standards cover in a home we have inspected.

Your Protection

Insurance & Coverage

Errors & Omissions Insurance

We carry E&O insurance with coverage up to $500,000 to protect our clients. This provides financial protection in the unlikely event that an error or omission occurs during the inspection process.

General Liability Insurance

We maintain general liability insurance with coverage up to $500,000 to cover any accidental property damage that may occur during the inspection. You can request a certificate of insurance at any time.

Our Promise

Code of Ethics

As New York licensees, we are bound by the state's Code of Ethics and Regulations for Home Inspectors (19 NYCRR Subpart 197-4). Our promises to you:

We will not perform repairs on properties we inspect, eliminating conflicts of interest.
We will not accept compensation from third parties that would compromise our objectivity.
We will report all findings honestly, regardless of who hired us.
We will maintain confidentiality of inspection results and client information.
We will continue our education to stay current with industry standards and building science.
We will treat all parties in the transaction with respect and professionalism.

Ready to Schedule Your Inspection?

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