Inspect Before You Invest
Thorough inspections for informed decisions in Manalapan, NJ.Your Trusted Certified Inspector for Your Next Home Inspection
Licensed, certified and qualified.
Licensed by the State of New Jersey
- Home Inspector License
- #24GI00245200
- Radon License
- #MET15772
- Pest License
- #64862B
What clients say
A very detailed and professional inspection report, with a process that was smooth, punctual and transparent from start to finish.
Steve kept us informed about everything he found during the inspection, and taught us things about the house we would never have thought of.
Extremely thorough and professional.
Steve was very friendly and patient, did a detailed inspection and answered all of our questions so we actually understood the findings.
The report came back quickly, and the explanation of what was found was clear and easy to follow.
Inspection services
We perform home inspections according to the InterNACHI Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, and we offer ancillary inspections you may want alongside them. Ask Steve which apply to your purchase.
Full home inspection
A visual assessment of the key structures, systems and components of the home, with a detailed report and recommendations so you can decide with confidence.
- Buyer's inspection
- Pre-listing inspection
- New construction
- 11 month warranty
- Post-inspection follow-up
Wood-destroying insect inspection
Termites and other wood-destroying insects cause expensive damage quietly. Steve checks the home for signs of infestation now so you are not paying for it later.
Radon gas test
Radon is a leading cause of lung cancer and can be present at dangerous levels in about one in fifteen homes. The EPA recommends every house be tested. Steve runs the test over at least 48 hours and reports the result against the EPA action level.
Mold inspectionComing soon
A check of the property for signs of water intrusion, with samples collected for lab analysis.
Not yet offered
A report you can actually read.
At the end of the inspection we produce a written report for you. It is easy to read and clear to understand, with photos of the systems and components we inspected and a summary of the defects we observed.
- Photos of every system and component inspected
- A summary of the defects observed, in plain language
- Delivered within 48 to 72 hours of the inspection
What to expect
Buying a home is a once-in-a-while decision. Here is how the inspection goes, start to finish.
Call or request a date
Steve works 7 days a week, 8 am to 7 pm. Tell him the property and your contingency deadline and he will fit the inspection in.
The inspection
You are welcome to attend. Steve walks the roof, attic, structure, exterior, interior, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fireplace, and answers questions as he goes.
Your written report
A clear, photo-rich report with a summary of the defects observed, in your inbox within 48 to 72 hours.
We educate you
Steve walks you through what he found and what it means. You leave knowing your home, not just its problems.
We educate our clients
Discover the workings of your home during our inspections, and learn about maintenance and energy-saving tips. Your well-being matters: let's make sure your home supports your health.
How it works
Where the shutoffs are, how the systems tie together, what the panel and the furnace are telling you.
How to maintain it
The seasonal jobs that keep small problems small, and the ones worth paying someone else to do.
How to save energy
Where the house is losing heat and money, and which fixes actually pay for themselves.
Free "Tips for Homebuyers" booklet
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Meet Steve
Steve Abbott, Owner and Founder, Certified Professional Inspector CPI®
I am the owner and founder of Prime Home Inspections & Consulting. I have over 15 years of experience in residential and commercial construction, 13 years in project and program management, and countless hours in client relations. That background is the foundation of my knowledge and interest in the home inspection business.
Home inspection-specific classes and many hours of training have let me point my construction experience directly at residential home inspections. I am excited to provide both professional and personal touches that make your home inspection experience as seamless as possible.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my wife and two daughters, doing work around the house, and getting outdoors whenever I can.
Serving Manalapan and surrounding areas
Based in Manalapan, Steve covers Monmouth County and the neighbouring parts of Middlesex, Ocean and Mercer counties. Not sure if that includes you? Call and ask.
Based in Manalapan, NJ
- 40 miles
- in every direction from Manalapan, NJ
- 4 counties
- Monmouth, Middlesex, Ocean and Mercer counties
Under contract? Get your inspection on the calendar.
Call Steve directly, or send the property details and he will call you back to confirm a date. Inspections run 7 days a week, 8 am to 7 pm.
(732) 626-2275PrimeHomeInspectionsNJ@gmail.com8:00 am to 7:00 pm, 7 days a week