According to state requirements, home inspectors are permitted to report on which types of conditions?

Home inspectors in New York State are permitted to report only on conditions that are legally accessible and have been directly observed during the inspection. This requirement ensures that inspectors focus on aspects of the property that can be reasonably assessed within the limits of their professional scope and safety considerations.

Inspectors do not have the authority to assess or report on areas that are hidden or inaccessible, nor can they provide opinions on conditions they have not personally observed. This limitation protects both the inspector and the client by ensuring that reports are based on verifiable and tangible observations rather than speculation or information from unknown sources. It also aligns with industry standards for conducting thorough, reliable inspections that serve the interests of homebuyers and sellers alike.

Thus, the focus on legally accessible and observed conditions ensures an accurate representation of the property's status, fostering trust and quality in the inspection process.