MEET YOUR INSPECTOR
Hi, I’m Joe
My fascination with how homes work started early. At 13, inspired by an obsession with This Old House, I built my first workbench, and by 16 I had constructed a full garage for my parents’ Long Island home. That early curiosity developed into years of hands-on home improvement and renovation projects, which I pursued alongside a career centered on problem-solving and technical precision.
Before becoming a home inspector, I spent more than two decades in IT systems engineering. That background gives me a meticulous, detail-oriented approach to inspections. I view a home as a collection of interconnected systems – structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental – that all need to work together properly.
Combining real-world renovation experience with technical systems thinking allows me to recognize performance patterns, system interactions, and early signs of issues that others might overlook.
WHAT SETS ME APART
Why Work With Me?
Technical background. Hands-on experience. An independent advocate working solely in your interest. That’s what every client gets, every time.
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Technical Precision
My technical engineering background means I evaluate your home in a methodical, systematic way. Every major system is checked for condition, function, and how it interacts with the rest of the home.
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Ongoing Professional Training
As an InterNACHI member, I complete over 24 hours of continuing education each year, keeping current with modern construction practices and building science, well above New York State’s licensing requirements.
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Clear, Actionable Reporting
Inspections are only useful if the findings are clear and easy to understand. I deliver thorough, easy-to-read digital reports within 24 hours, complete with detailed descriptions and photos so you can clearly understand the condition of the property. My goal is to provide straightforward information and practical insight, helping you make informed decisions without confusion or guesswork.
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Independent & Ethical
I work exclusively for you. Not the agent, not the seller, and not the bank. My goal is to provide honest, objective insight and practical guidance. I am your independent advocate, ensuring you clearly understand the home’s condition so you can move forward with total confidence. All pricing is published openly on our pricing page – no quotes required, no phone calls necessary.
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Family-Owned & Local
Modern Insight Home Inspections is a family-owned business, not a high-volume inspection firm. I schedule no more than one inspection per day, allowing each property my full attention without the pressure of a rushed schedule. Every inspection is performed with the same level of care and attention I would expect for my own home – the kind of personal attention that is often missing from larger, more impersonal inspection companies.
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Drone, Thermal & WDI Inspections
As an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot, I provide aerial roof imaging that allows the full roof surface to be evaluated without walking on steep or fragile materials. Infrared thermal scanning is included with every full inspection, and I’m always on the lookout for evidence of wood-destroying insects throughout the property. Many inspectors treat these services as add-ons – I include them as standard because a thorough inspection means covering what others may skip.
WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING
Google Reviews
THE FULL PICTURE
More Than a Checklist
My job doesn’t end when I pack up my tools. It ends when you understand the condition of the home and what it means for you. Whether you’re buying a post-war slab home on Long Island or a historic Brooklyn brownstone, I provide clear, unbiased information so you can:
You don’t just get a checklist – you get a playbook. Context, perspective, and the knowledge to move forward with confidence. I help you prioritize repairs, plan maintenance, and make informed decisions about your home.
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
InterNACHI Certified
The below certifications were acquired through home inspector training from InterNACHI®, above and beyond the standard training required by New York State.
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