Clark is a Union County township of approximately 16,500 residents with a solid, well-maintained suburban character and one of the more competitively priced markets in the county. The township’s convenient location near Route 22 and the Garden State Parkway provides excellent regional highway access, and its proximity to Westfield’s and Scotch Plains’ school and commercial amenities gives residents access to quality services without premium pricing.

Clark’s housing stock was developed primarily between 1950 and 1985, with the ranches, Colonials, and split-levels typical of this era of Union County suburban development. The township’s relatively flat terrain and conventional street grid create an accessible residential environment.

Key neighborhoods and areas: Key areas include the established residential neighborhoods along Central Avenue and Raritan Road, the developments in the central sections, and the properties near the Rahway River tributaries in the township’s lower elevations.

Community & market context: Clark is served by NJ Transit bus routes and is near Route 22 and the Garden State Parkway. The township is served by the Clark Township School District for K-12.

Clark home inspections reveal the standard mid-century Union County aging system concerns: galvanized steel supply lines with flow restriction in pre-1970 homes, aging electrical panels with potentially inadequate service capacity, oil heating systems with aboveground basement tanks, and potential asbestos in pre-1980 construction. Radon is present throughout Union County and testing is recommended.

No matter what Michael finds, his job is to give you a complete, honest picture of your Clark property — so you can negotiate from knowledge, not guesswork. Schedule your inspection today.

Clark is a Union County township with a housing stock that is almost entirely post-war — colonials, ranches, and Cape Cods built between the 1950s and 1980s, representing one of Union County’s most consistently mid-century residential markets. Clark offers buyers strong schools and a suburban character at competitive price points. The inspection profile is defined by its era of construction.

Aluminum Branch Circuit Wiring

Clark’s housing development peaked during the 1960s and 1970s, making aluminum branch circuit wiring a particularly consistent finding. Homes built between 1965 and 1975 in Clark frequently used aluminum wiring throughout, and buyers of homes from this era should treat it as a likely finding. Full remediation requires either complete rewiring or CO/ALR-rated devices at every connection point. This is not a cosmetic issue — it is a documented fire hazard that requires professional remediation.

HVAC and Plumbing

Clark’s large stock of mid-century homes has aging heating and cooling equipment that is frequently at or past the end of its service life. Galvanized steel supply lines in pre-1970 Clark homes are at or approaching end of service life — reduced water pressure at upper floors is the most visible symptom.

Your Inspector: Michael Del Greco, CMI

How long does a home inspection in Clark take?
Most Clark home inspections take 2.5 to 4 hours depending on the size, age, and condition of the property. Older pre-war homes and larger properties typically take longer. See our full FAQ.

Should I be present for the inspection?
Your presence is required at the inspection. Walking through the home with your inspector is one of the most valuable things you can do as a home buyer. Here are questions to ask during the inspection.

Do you offer radon testing and other add-on services?
Yes. In addition to a standard home inspection, we offer additional services such as radon testing, WDI inspection, septic inspection, oil tank search, lead paint testing, and sewer scope — all especially useful for Northern New Jersey properties. These can be added when you schedule, and results are processed by certified professionals and included with your inspection report.

How do I schedule a Clark home inspection?
Call our office at (973) 812-5100 or use our contact form. Our office staff answers the phone and can typically schedule within 24–48 hours.