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Mastery, Integrity, Reliability

That's a Smart Choice Commercial Inspection

A leading provider of commercial real estate inspections in the tri-state area, delivering in-house expertise in structural, mechanical, environmental, and due diligence services.

CERTIFIED MASTER INSPECTOR

"It was an absolute pleasure to work with Brandon at Smart Choice! He is very knowledgeable, professional, and detail oriented! Throughout the entire process he kept us informed and made us confident in our decision to work with him. I recommend Brandon & the company to others because his work speaks volumes!"

— Gabrielle M.
★★★★★

REITs, Investment Firms, Corporate Buyers

In today's commercial real estate market, due diligence is everything.

REITs, private equity firms, and corporate buyers need inspections that go far beyond the basics—delivering precision, speed, and actionable intelligence to protect multimillion-dollar investments and avoid costly post-closing surprises.

Smart Choice Inspections stands apart with cutting-edge technology, hands-on construction and remediation experience, and proprietary methods tailored specifically to commercial properties.

We uncover hidden risks, verify asset condition, and provide the clear, reliable data you need to make confident, informed decisions.

Welcome to Smart Choice Inspections LLC

A reliable leader in commercial inspections across the tri-state region. Fully in-house, our seasoned inspectors bring trusted expertise to every property's distinct challenges and requirements.

What We Inspect

We understand that acquiring, selling, or financing commercial property is a major investment decision. That's why we provide a thorough assessment and communicate our findings clearly.

Exterior

Building envelope, site drainage, grading, roofing, facade, parking areas, and loading docks. We uncover water intrusion risks, structural vulnerabilities, and safety hazards.

Roofing

State-of-the-art thermal imaging drones and high-resolution aerial technology to identify moisture intrusion, insulation failures, HVAC leaks, and membrane damage.

Structural & Foundation

Assessment of foundations, framing, walls, windows, and site features. We identify settlement cracks, failed connections, and early signs of distress.

Plumbing

Water supply lines, pressure regulation, drainage and sewer systems, backflow prevention, water heating equipment, and grease interceptors.

Electrical

Main service entrance, switchgear, distribution panels, transformers, emergency power systems, grounding, bonding, and overcurrent protection.

HVAC

Rooftop units, chillers, boilers, air handlers, VAV systems, ductwork, exhaust systems, and controls for optimal comfort and efficiency.

Oil Tank Sweep & GPR Scan

Ground-penetrating radar technology to detect and map buried tanks with exceptional clarity, even through dense materials and obstructions.

Thermal Imaging

Included at no extra cost—detect active moisture intrusion, overheating electrical components, insulation gaps, and HVAC inefficiencies.

Wood Destroying Insects

Certified inspection for termites, carpenter ants, powder-post beetles—included at no additional charge with every commercial inspection.

Air Quality Inspections

Testing for mold spores, VOCs, carbon monoxide, radon, particulate matter, and evaluation of HVAC systems and ventilation performance.

Other Services

Sewer Line Inspections

Identify clogs, leaks, corrosion, or tree root intrusion before they become costly problems. Sewer line replacements can reach $12,000 - $15,000 in repair costs.

Mold Inspections

IAC2 Certified inspectors conduct complete mold inspections with laboratory results to determine presence and cause of mold growth.

Asbestos & Lead Sampling

Certified for Lead Inspections and Lead Safe Certificates. Visual Lead Inspections, Lead Dust Wipe Samples, and Asbestos sampling with lab analysis.

Pricing

We quote each inspection based on the specifics of the property to ensure fair pricing without overcharging.

Radon Testing

Starting at $150

Asbestos Sampling

$125 first sample

$99 each additional

NJ Lead-Safe Certificate

$200 Visual Inspection

$300 Dust Wipe Sampling

Mold Inspection

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Air Quality Inspection

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Pre-Inspections for Sellers

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Reports

Our reports have helped clients secure credits up to $75,000, ensuring all property issues are clearly outlined for informed decisions.

Clarity and Detail

  • Simple, thorough explanations with diagrams
  • High-quality images with marked problem areas
  • Likely causes with repair suggestions

Organized Structure

  • Sections by area (roofing, exterior, structural)
  • Summary highlighting urgent issues
  • Hyperlinks for in-depth explanations

Convenience

  • Digital reports easily saved and referenced
  • To-do lists for repairs or credit requests
  • Cost estimates included

Drone Roof Inspections

All images and video taken with Smart Choice Inspection's drones during commercial inspections

Benefits

Some roofs are simply too high and too steep to access safely. With drones equipped with high quality cameras, we capture crystal clear images to discover deficiencies many inspectors would be unable to view.

Extra Cost? None.

We simply want to deliver the best commercial inspection report. Drone inspections are FREE with all commercial inspections.

Mold Inspection & Air Quality Testing

What Is Mold?

Mold is a type of fungus that can enter your property through doorways, windows, vents, and HVAC systems. They thrive on moisture and can cause health issues when present in large amounts.

Health Effects

  • Stuffy nose and wheezing
  • Red or itchy eyes, or skin
  • Fever and shortness of breath (for sensitive individuals)

Most Dangerous Types of Mold

1. Stachybotrys (Black Mold)

Can cause flu-like symptoms, headaches, memory loss, and severe respiratory damage.

2. Chaetomium

Found in water-damaged areas. Can cause neurological damage and autoimmune diseases.

3. Aspergillus

Dangerous to people with compromised immune systems. May cause lung infections.

Contact

Book Your Inspection: 973-500-3233

Inquiries

For any inquiries, questions or to schedule an inspection, please call: 973-500-3233 or fill out the form.

Areas Covered

Smart Choice Inspections will inspect any area of New Jersey, New York (City and State), Eastern Pennsylvania, and Connecticut.

Smart Choice Inspections LLC

173 Ridge Road, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009

Email: info@makeasmartchoice.us