Pre-Purchase Home Inspections

Clarity for Complex Homes — Before You Commit

A pre-purchase home inspection is designed primarily for buyers and real estate transactions, but it’s also valuable for owners who want a clear understanding of a home’s condition. We evaluate visible and accessible systems and components and deliver a clean, organized report using an InterNACHI-style format, with photo documentation and clear narratives so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

Based in Southampton, NY, we provide pre-purchase home inspections across the East End of Long Island, including Bridgehampton, Sag Harbor, Water Mill, East Hampton, and surrounding areas.

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Who This Is For

  • Buyers under contract

  • Buyers seeking a pre-offer / information-only inspection (when feasible)

  • Owners who want a baseline condition assessment

  • Real estate agents who want clear, professional documentation for clients

What We Inspect

Our inspection is a visual evaluation of the home’s visible and accessible components, typically including:

  • Roof coverings, flashing, and exterior conditions

  • Structure, visible framing, and foundation elements

  • Attic, insulation, ventilation, and moisture indicators

  • Windows, doors, siding, trim, decks, and exterior penetrations

  • Interior rooms, walls, ceilings, floors, and signs of water impact

  • Plumbing fixtures and visible plumbing components

  • Electrical system overview (service, panels, visible wiring)

  • Heating and cooling systems (as accessible and in season)

  • Basement and crawlspace conditions (when present and accessible)

What You’ll Receive

  • A clear, organized inspection report (InterNACHI-style format)

  • Photo documentation of key conditions

  • Clear narratives that explain what we’re seeing and why it matters

  • Practical recommendations to help you prioritize decisions and follow-up

Additional Diagnostics (When Appropriate)

Depending on the home and your concerns, we may recommend additional services such as:

  • Thermal Imaging Inspections (helpful for investigating concealed moisture/insulation concerns)

  • Mold Assessments (when moisture impact or suspect growth is observed)

  • Moisture Intrusion Diagnostics (when active leaks or recurring water entry is suspected)

  • Water Quality Testing (for well systems or specific concerns)

How It Works

  1. Schedule your inspection and share any known concerns or disclosures

  2. On-site inspection with documentation of visible and accessible conditions

  3. Report delivery with clear findings and recommendations

Important Notes

Inspections are observational and non-invasive, based on conditions that are visible and accessible at the time of the visit. Concealed conditions may exist and are outside the scope of a standard visual inspection.

 

Service Areas

Casablanca Environmental & Building Diagnostics is based in Southampton, NY and serves the East End of Long Island, including:

  • Southampton

  • Bridgehampton

  • Sagaponack

  • Water Mill

  • Sag Harbor

  • East Hampton

  • Wainscott

  • Amagansett

  • Montauk

If you don’t see your town listed, reach out—many projects fall within our normal coverage area.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Inspection time varies by home size, age, and complexity. After a quick intake, we’ll recommend the right scope and provide an expected time window before the appointment.

  • Yes. Many buyers choose to attend for a walkthrough and context. If you can’t attend, we’ll document findings clearly in the report and can review key items afterward.

  • Turnaround depends on scope and scheduling volume. We’ll confirm expected delivery timing when the inspection is booked.

  • For the most complete inspection, utilities should be on (electric, water, and heat where applicable) and mechanical equipment accessible. If anything is off, we’ll document limitations in the report.

  • Certain systems may require specialized evaluations (for example: septic inspections, well yield testing, pool equipment, or invasive/engineering assessments). We can coordinate recommendations based on the property and your goals.

  • Thermal imaging can be a valuable diagnostic tool, especially when there are concerns about moisture intrusion, insulation gaps, or building envelope performance. We’ll recommend it when it’s likely to add value based on conditions and your concerns.

Ready to Schedule?

If you’re buying a home and want clarity before moving forward, contact us to request an appointment. If you’re not sure what level of inspection or diagnostics you need, we’ll recommend the best starting point.

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