Home Inspections in New York City – All 5 Boroughs
E.P.A CERTIFIED – NEW YORK STATE LICENSED – FULLY INSURED
Deep Knowledge of NYC Buildings and Local Law Requirements
At Criterion all of our inspectors come from a construction background and have extensive experience with NYC building infrastructure, from historic brownstones to multi-unit developments. As well as extensive training and the NYS and EPA certifications that qualify us to perform such services as: Residential Home Inspections, Parapet Inspections, XRF lead based paint testing, Termite Inspections, Mold Assessments, Radon Inspections.
Our office is well versed Local Law 31 lead based paint laws as well as Local Law 126 annual parapet inspections and we offer expediting filing services to help you through the process.
Criterion Home Inspection Service Menu
At Criterion, we offer more than just standard home inspections — we provide clarity and confidence in a city where no two buildings are alike. Our service menu is tailored for New York City properties, including comprehensive home inspections, NYC parapet inspections to ensure compliance with local façade regulations, and XRF lead-based paint testing using industry-standard equipment. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned property investor, our inspections are thorough, honest, and rooted in a deep understanding of the city’s architecture, and codes.
Our Services Include:
Home Inspections
All of our home inspectors bring years of hands-on experience in NYC construction, giving us firsthand knowledge of how local buildings are truly built — not just on paper, but in the field. From historic Brooklyn brownstones and pre-war walkups to sleek new developments rising across the five boroughs.
NYC Parapet Inspections
We provide parapet inspections and reports to keep you fully compliant with NYC requirements. Beginning on January 1st, 2024, building owners must have an annual observation and report of the parapets on all buildings with New York City as per Section 28-301.1.1 of NYC Administrative Code.
XRF Lead Based Paint Testing
We provide XRF lead based paint testing to keep you fully compliant with NYC local Law law 31. We are an EPA certified company and all of our inspectors are EPA licensed meeting all local and national lead testing requirements.