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Hello, I’m Michael Koester, CMI (Certified Master Inspector) & Founder of Direct Inspections. We are a professional, customer-focused home inspection company working in Sarasota & Manatee region. Our inspections include evaluation of the Roofing System, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Plumbing, Structure, Interior, Pool & Spa. As your trusted home inspector in Sarasota, we can also schedule an independent Termite Specialist & HVAC Professional upon request! Furthermore, we can provide contacts for special examinations including Mold, Dock & Davit, Elevator, Chinese Drywall and many more. Just ask!

Michael Koester, CMI, Owner
Direct Inspections


Professional · Reliable · Experienced
Inspected Once, Inspected Right!
Rosewood Residences Lido Key
Rosewood Residences Lido Key is one of Sarasota’s most significant new luxury condominium developments, located directly on the Gulf of Mexico on Lido Key. The 11-story, exclusively residential property includes just 65 private residences and is being developed by The Ronto Group and Wheelock Street Capital, with residential services provided by Rosewood Hotels & Resorts.
The Residences
The residences are exceptionally large by condominium standards, ranging from approximately 3,300 to nearly 5,000 square feet of interior living space, with three- and four-bedroom configurations available. Each residence incorporates expansive Gulf and Sarasota Bay views, large terraces, approximately 11-foot ceilings in many areas, and private or semi-private elevator access.
Building Systems and Finishes
From a home-inspection perspective, these residences include a number of sophisticated building systems and finishes that warrant careful evaluation. Features include impact-rated insulated low-E glass windows and sliding doors, multi-zone VRF HVAC systems, recirculating hot-water systems, fire-sprinkler systems, extensive electrical and recessed LED installations, outdoor kitchens, luxury plumbing fixtures and high-end appliance packages from manufacturers such as Sub-Zero, Wolf and Miele. The building also utilizes post-tensioned concrete floor slabs, cast-iron vertical plumbing stacks, insulated interior walls and high-performance exterior stucco.
Why an Independent Inspection Matters
With this level of construction and complexity, even a brand-new luxury condominium benefits from an independent inspection. Items such as HVAC performance, plumbing fixtures and drains, electrical components, doors and windows, appliance operation, finish workmanship and installation defects can all be evaluated before closing or during applicable warranty periods.
Direct Inspections provides comprehensive inspections and detailed reporting for new-construction and pre-existing condominiums throughout Sarasota, Manatee counties and beyond.
Rosewood Residences Lido Key
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