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Aventura News - May 2008
New A-1 Property Service Division Offers 40 Year Inspections
By Lynn Carroll
If you’re thinking of investing in an apartment property in the tri-county area that’s more than 40 years old, give A-1 Property Service a call to get it properly inspected.
"Any time a triplex or larger apartment property is acquired in Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach county," says Chief Inspector James M. Gonte, company founder, "it has to be recertified for re-occupancy after 40 years -- and every 10 years thereafter."
Commercial warehouses and condominiums also require this type of inspection, he says. "Although the average apartment building or warehouse in the region is more than 40 years old," Gonte adds, "we're one of a very few local companies that does this specialty inspection."
In response to growing demand, A-1 has created a new division specializing in this field and has established a Web site to advise property owners on the specifics.
Gonte guarantees that he hires only Florida State licensed contractors and professional inspectors familiar with local code requirements. That’s why A-1 is a solid bet for all residential, commercial, insurance and environmental testing - including specialty inspections for mold, lead, radon, asbestos and water quality.
"We’re ready to undertake whatever type of inspection a client requests," Gonte says.
Gearing up for the hurricane season? A-1 will make sure your roof is secure.
Clients say A-1 stands out in its field by combining painstaking attention to detail and loyalty to the client with upfront pricing, taking the guesswork out of costs. Site inspections include replacement and repair cost estimates so that clients can negotiate a fair price with any contractor.
Unlike some competitors, Mr. Gonte says, A-1 doesn't do repairs itself or take commissions from companies that do.
"Service is what A-1 is all about," he says. "We try to get to a prospective customer the same day they contact us. It's not always possible, but we do promise a maximum two-day response time. And we work seven days a week."
Inspections are thorough, and include such features as septic tanks, sea walls and pools. Each area inspected, inside and out, is meticulously documented, with problems highlighted and solutions recommended.
Clients get a detailed, computer-generated report by email or fax within 24 hours of an A-1 site visit. Then a hard copy is sent by priority mail in a presentation folder.
Gonte, a member of Florida Association of Building Inspectors, attends continuing education classes every few months to keep his company up to date. He’s active in several area business groups, including the Aventura Marketing Council.
A-1 Property Service is located at 2231 NE 164th St., North Miami Beach. For more information, call (305) 949-2332, fax (786) 513-8433 or visit www.40yearinspection.com.
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