Inspection Services in Hallandale Beach, FL

This city at a glance

Hallandale Beach Is a City Built Upward

A little over four square miles of land, with most of its homes stacked in large buildings. That changes who is responsible for what, and what a buyer should ask.

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A small coastal city where large condo and co-op buildings hold most homes: towers on A1A and Three Islands, 55+ co-ops around Golden Isles Drive and Atlantic Shores, canal houses in Golden Isles and single-family streets around Foster Road.

County: Broward County, FL
Building code zone: High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ)
From our office: 6.1 miles from 3610 N 65th Ave, Hollywood
Typical homes: Mostly units in large condo and co-op buildings. Detached houses are only about one in ten
Building age: Many towers date from the late 1960s and 1970s. About one home in seven is from 2000 or later
Co-ops and 55+: Several co-ops are listed as 55+, many of them cash only, including on Golden Isles Drive
Roofs: Association-owned flat roofs on condo buildings. Tile, shingle and flat sections on houses
Water and salt: Ocean, Intracoastal and canals. More than half the city is in a FEMA flood hazard area
ZIP codes: 33009 · 33008

Neighborhoods we cover

Three Islands
Golden Isles
Oceanside
Atlantic Shores
Foster Road
Southwest Lakes
Fashion Row
Gateway East
Hallandale Beach City Center

Detached houses are the exception
Only about one home in ten here is a detached house. Most buyers are choosing a unit, where the association handles the structure and you inherit the A/C, water heater and sliders. A condo inspection is built around that split.
Older than the skyline suggests
Only about one home in seven dates from 2000 or later. Listings put many towers on South Ocean Drive, Three Islands and Golden Isles Drive between the late 1960s and the 1970s, so insurers tend to ask about age before anything else.
Flood maps cover over half the city
More than half of Hallandale Beach lies in a FEMA flood hazard area, and saltwater has already cost the city six of its eight freshwater wells. Moisture and corrosion get extra attention on every visit, whatever the property type.

Choose by property

Which Inspection Fits Your Hallandale Beach Property?

Six services, each with its own page. Tap a pin, or move down the list, to see which one matches a unit, a co-op or a house.

Full home inspection
The full inspection for a house in Golden Isles or around Foster Road: roof, structure, electrical, plumbing, A/C, attic and appliances.
Buyers and sellers
Home inspection
Wind mitigation inspection
The state form behind windstorm credits, most useful on a house or townhome with its own roof. Unit owners should ask their agent first.
Form OIR-B1-1802
Wind mitigation inspection
4-point inspection
The report insurers ask for on older property. Few homes here are still under the 20-year line that Citizens uses.
Insurance required
4-point inspection
Roof inspection
Drone and attic inspection for houses, townhomes and small associations. On a tower, the roof usually belongs to the association, not the unit.
Drone imaging
Roof inspection
Mold inspection & air quality
Moisture mapping and air samples for units closed up over summer, ceilings under a neighbor's leak and homes that have taken on water.
Moisture · air
Mold inspection
Thermal imaging
An infrared scan for damp spots, duct leaks and missing insulation, handy in a unit where nobody can open the walls. Add it to any visit.
Add-on
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Peter Lemos unloading inspection equipment from the Global Home Inspectors truck

On the road

Who does the work

Shares, Deeds and Docks: Why Ownership Changes the Inspection

Buying into a co-op means buying shares. A condo comes with a deed to a unit, and a house in Golden Isles may come with a dock, a seawall and a roof that are all yours. Each one draws the line of responsibility in a different place, and the inspection should follow that line instead of a generic checklist.

Peter Lemos, a Certified Master Inspector®, has run Global Home Inspectors since 2008 from Hollywood, the next city north. He takes calls and texts at (954) 297-0317 seven days a week, gives a free estimate by phone and sets a firm price before anything goes on the calendar. Buying from out of town? He can go over the report with you by phone.

Condos, co-ops, townhomes and houses
Appointments seven days a week, 5 AM–10 PM
Several inspections can share one visit

Buying here
Know whether you are getting a deed or co-op shares, then check what you will actually own before your inspection period ends.
Selling a unit or house
A pre-listing inspection shows what a buyer will hear about, with time left to fix the panel or the slider first.
Renewing a policy
Few homes here look young to an insurer. 4-point and wind mitigation reports usually go out the same day.
Agents and investors
Prioritized reports for a market full of units, with clear notes on what falls to the owner and what to raise with the association.

Six core inspections

Six Inspection Services for Hallandale Beach Properties

Each service has its own page, written for the buildings and streets of this city instead of South Florida in general.

Add-ons & specialty inspections

Additional Inspection Services in Hallandale Beach

Add any of these to your Hallandale Beach inspection, or book them separately.

Pre-listing seller inspections
Inspect before you list so you can fix issues on your terms, price with confidence and avoid surprises during the buyer's inspection.
New construction & pre-drywall
A fresh set of eyes before the drywall goes up and before your final walkthrough catches builder oversights while they're easy to fix.
11th-month builder warranty
Inspect your new home before the builder's one-year warranty expires so covered defects get repaired at no cost to you.
Commercial & multi-family
Light commercial, apartment and multi-family inspections covering the same systems as a home inspection, unit by unit.
Thermal imaging
An infrared scan that reveals missing insulation, duct leaks, overheating electrical components and moisture behind finished walls.
Termite (WDO) inspections
Wood-destroying organism inspections for evidence of termites and other pests, often required by lenders.
Radon testing
Radon is an invisible, odorless gas. Testing measures the level in your home so you can decide whether mitigation is needed.
Sewer scope
A camera inspection of the main sewer line to find root intrusion, cracks, bellies and blockages before they back up.
Pool & spa
Pool and spa equipment, surfaces, safety barriers and visible plumbing and electrical components.
Well water testing
Water quality testing for homes on private wells, so you know what's coming out of the tap.
Investor inspections
Fast, practical reports that help you estimate repair costs and compare properties.
Re-inspections
After repairs are made, we return to verify the work on the items listed in your original report.

Save a trip

Popular Inspection Bundles in Hallandale Beach

One visit can cover several reports on the same property, with one point of contact and every report within 24 hours.

Buyer bundle

Everything you need before closing

Full home inspection
Wind mitigation (OIR-B1-1802)
4-point inspection for older homes

Insurance bundle

New policy or renewal

Wind mitigation inspection
4-point inspection
Roof condition photos

Peace-of-mind bundle

Older homes and past leaks

Full home inspection
Mold inspection & air sampling
Thermal imaging

Simple from start to finish

From First Call to Report in Hallandale Beach

Tell us what you are buying
A unit, co-op shares or a house, plus the address, size and year built. You get a firm price first.
Clear it with the building
Many associations have rules for access, parking and elevators. We set the time with your agent or the manager.
On-site inspection
Peter works with a moisture meter, thermal camera and, on houses, a drone. Walk along and ask questions if you like.
Report within 24 hours
A photo report with a plain-English summary. Insurance forms usually go out the same day.

Peter Lemos, certified home inspector in South Florida

Your inspector

Peter Lemos, Certified Master Inspector®

Locally owned in Hollywood, FL and serving South Florida since 2008. Peter holds InterNACHI certifications in wind mitigation, 4-point and mold inspection, and clients rate Global Home Inspectors 5 stars on Google.

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What South Florida Homeowners Say

4.9 Based on 82 Google reviews

“I called Global Home Inspectors to conduct a 4 point inspection and wind mitigation inspection. Peter arrived on time and was very professional. He started the inspection process immediately and took pictures. I received my report the same day and I am very pleased with the service. …”

Monique M.4-point & wind mitigation

“From start to finish, Peter was prompt, professional, and incredibly thorough. He took the time to explain every detail, answer our questions, and provide a clear and comprehensive report.”

Kendry A.Home inspection

“He was able to come out and complete the inspection within 24 hours and send me the report the same day. Most companies would have taken a week to come out and another week to send the report.”

R. Mast4-point inspection

“After a few upgrades to our home, we needed to provide our insurance company with an updated 4 point & wind mitigation inspection. I’m so glad I went with Peter because he was fantastic! He arrived on time, was a great communicator, and sent the reports very quickly. …”

Mari H.4-point & wind mitigation

“Peter visited my place as scheduled and came prepared with a good understanding of my house's historical record. … I received the report 20 minutes right after his leave. Super fast! … p.s. the drone is really cool; used to take a full view of the roof.”

NeilInsurance inspection

“Mr. Lemos is very responsive, attentive, customer friendly. Working with him and mutual customer was an absolute breath of fresh air. …”

Angela C.Insurance agent, State Farm

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Good questions

Hallandale Beach Inspection Services FAQs

Short answers for owners, buyers and agents. Not here? Call (954) 297-0317.

Is Hallandale the same place as Hallandale Beach?

Yes. The city changed its name from Hallandale to Hallandale Beach in 1999, and many people still use the short version. If you searched for inspection services in Hallandale, FL, this is the right page. Street addresses here use ZIP code 33009.

Which inspection do I need for a condo on A1A or Three Islands?

Usually a condo inspection, which covers the unit and what can be seen of the balcony. Your insurer may also ask for a 4-point on an older unit. The association and its engineers handle the building itself.

Can you inspect a 55+ co-op in Hallandale Beach?

Yes. Inspecting the unit works the same way as in a condo, while age rules and approvals belong to the association. Many co-op listings here say cash only, so there may be no lender asking questions on your behalf.

Do you have an office in Hallandale Beach?

No. Our one office is on N 65th Ave in Hollywood, the city just north. We come to you, across this city and the rest of Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach, seven days a week.

Is the whole city in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone?

Yes, because all of Broward County is. So is Aventura, just across the line in Miami-Dade, even though the two counties run different building safety programs.

How much do inspections cost here?

That depends on what you are buying, its size and age, and how many reports you combine. The estimate by phone is free, and the price is firm before we book.

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