Strong Home LLC owner Aniello (Neil) Napolitano is a licensed and insured home inspector. Born in New York City and raised in Westchester County, he graduated from Saunders Trade and Technical High School and worked for his family business managing and maintaining rental properties for years. In 2007, he founded Strong Home LLC, a well-respected property inspection based in New York.

What Is the Buyer's Role In the Home Inspection Process?

Although it is a huge benefit to the buyer to remain present throughout the home inspection process, that is not a requirement in any way. Home inspectors will present a packet with any and all issues discovered during the inspection to the buyer at the end of the job, which the buyer can take home and look over at his leisure.

Can a Friend or Relative Perform my Home Inspection?

Unless your friend or relative is a licensed and insured home inspector, it is not a good idea to have him do the inspection on your new real estate property. With such an expensive and major purchase, it is not worth the risk to put the inspection in the hands of someone who does not do this type of work for a living.

Why to Have Your Home's Pipes Inspected

Repairing or replacing the piping within a home is a project that can take thousands of dollars to get done. Because of that, it is important that home buyers have the pipes throughout their new property checked out before closing on the purchase.

What to Look for During a Kitchen and Bathroom Inspection

The most important things to watch out for during a kitchen and bathroom inspection are the piping and the electrical outlets. Piping should be free of rust and lead, both of which can create serious problems for a new homeowner, and electrical outlets should be properly fitted and in working order.

Is It Possible to Remove Mold and Mildew From Wood?

As long as the mold has not infiltrated the wood, it is definitely possible to remove it with just a little soap and water. For more serious jobs, however, a homeowner will need to call in a mold and mildew removal specialist to handle the work.