So what does a New York City apartment inspector do? Simply put, their job is to make sure that you're not buying into any issues. Just like your attorney reviews the building's due diligence materials to make sure there are no problems at the building level, the inspector will go into the apartment and make sure there are no problems with the unit itself. While every building is different, a general rule is everything behind the walls is the building's responsibility and everything you can touch is the unit owner's responsibility. So these are the things that your inspector is going to check. They'll look at items like the plumbing, electrical sockets, appliances, and HVAC. So what won't your inspector check? Remember they're inspecting the apartment, not the building. So while they can look at the facade and ask to see those building systems, generally they stick to the apartment itself. This shouldn't be a concern though because if the building is properly maintained, the staff should be taking care of those systems like the boiler and the roof. Once finished, your inspector will run through any issues they found and they always find some. It doesn't matter if it's a brand new building, your inspector is paid to find issues so they will. The range of issues will vary but there's not too much that can go wrong inside an apartment. For example in recent inspections, Yoreevo buyers have encountered issues like windows that won't open, burners that don't work, or a small leak under the sink. Often these items like appliances are already covered by the contract but your inspector will help identify any issues so you can make sure they're taken care of by the walkthrough. We always recommend attending the inspection in person so your inspector can literally walk you through their findings but they'll also follow up with a full report a day or two later. If you'd like to discuss the pros and cons of doing an inspection you can reach out to me directly at james@yoreevo.com. I'd also be happy to represent you in your transaction and save you up to 2% of the purchase price on any property in New York City with a commission rebate.