How do I check a home inspector's license in Yonkers?

Use the official state lookup linked on this page. Search the inspector's name and make sure the license is active.

When should the inspection happen?

Right after your contract is final. The inspection period in most contracts is short, so book early and leave time for any add-on tests.

Should I go to the inspection?

Yes. You learn the most by walking through with the inspector and asking questions on site.

What if the inspection finds problems?

You can ask the seller for repairs, a credit or a lower price, or cancel if your contract allows it. Your agent and attorney can help you decide.

Does a new condo need an inspection?

It is still a good idea. An inspector can catch unfinished work and problems inside the unit before you close.

Does MoveMatched recommend inspectors?

No. Any inspector shown on this page is a paid ad and is labeled as one. Ad fees are flat and never depend on how many customers they get.

Do home inspectors need a license in New York?

Yes. The New York Department of State licenses home inspectors. You can check a license on the DOS licensee search.

How to choose a home inspector in Yonkers

A good inspection tells you what you are really buying. Here is how to check an inspector's license, what to add for an older Yonkers home, and how the timing works.

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Last updated 2026-10-29

Quick answer

New York licenses home inspectors through the Department of State, so check the inspector on the DOS licensee search before you book. Book as soon as your offer is accepted, go to the inspection, and ask for a written report with photos. Add tests like radon or a sewer camera based on the age and type of the home.

What a home inspection covers

Roof, attic and the outside of the house, including grading and drainage.
Foundation and structure that can be seen.
Heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical systems.
Windows, doors, floors, walls and ceilings.
The inspector writes a report with photos. It is a visual check, not a guarantee.

How to choose an inspector

Check the license on the official lookup linked on this page.
Ask for a sample report. Good reports are clear, with photos and plain notes on what to fix first.
Ask how long they have inspected homes like the one you are buying, such as condos, older two family homes or houses with oil heat.
Ask what is not included, and what add-on tests they offer or can arrange.
Plan to attend so you can ask questions on site.

Add-on tests to consider

Radon test, especially for homes with a basement.
Sewer line camera, especially for older homes with large trees nearby.
Oil tank sweep, if the home was ever heated with oil.
Wood destroying insect inspection, which many lenders ask for.
Lead paint, asbestos or mold testing when the age or condition of the home calls for it.

New York rules

New York licenses home inspectors through the Department of State. Licenses run for two years. Check the inspector on the DOS licensee search.
The New York State Department of Health has radon information and testing guidance for homeowners.
For a home built before 1978, the seller must give you the federal lead paint disclosure, and you have a chance to test for lead.

How old are the homes in Yonkers?

The Census counts about 85,006 homes in Yonkers. About 27 percent were built before 1940, 81 percent before 1980, and 10 percent in 2000 or later.

What that means here

In older homes, ask the inspector to look closely at wiring, plumbing pipes, the heating system and the chimney.
Homes built before 1978 may have lead paint. Older homes may also have asbestos in pipe wrap or floor tiles.
If a home was ever heated with oil, ask about an oil tank sweep, even if the heat is gas now.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020 to 2024 5-year estimates, table B25034.

Official links to check

Rules and links checked on 2026-11-01. This is general information, not legal advice.

Questions people ask

How do I check a home inspector's license in Yonkers?: Use the official state lookup linked on this page. Search the inspector's name and make sure the license is active.
When should the inspection happen?: Right after your contract is final. The inspection period in most contracts is short, so book early and leave time for any add-on tests.
Should I go to the inspection?: Yes. You learn the most by walking through with the inspector and asking questions on site.
What if the inspection finds problems?: You can ask the seller for repairs, a credit or a lower price, or cancel if your contract allows it. Your agent and attorney can help you decide.
Does a new condo need an inspection?: It is still a good idea. An inspector can catch unfinished work and problems inside the unit before you close.
Does MoveMatched recommend inspectors?: No. Any inspector shown on this page is a paid ad and is labeled as one. Ad fees are flat and never depend on how many customers they get.
Do home inspectors need a license in New York?: Yes. The New York Department of State licenses home inspectors. You can check a license on the DOS licensee search.