This inspection is completed once the home is fully constructed, usually just prior to closing.
This service is a standard full home inspection where all the major components of the home are inspected. All the appliances, lights, plumbing fixtures, electrical components, etc. will be tested, therefore, all utilities will need to be turned on.
This service is a standard full home inspection where all the major components of the home are inspected. All the appliances, lights, plumbing fixtures, electrical components, etc. will be tested, therefore, all utilities will need to be turned on.
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Inspection includes:
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Why you need an inspection on a new home.
The top 10 most common issues found at new construction homes that were corrected before the new owners moved in.
(Many of which the builder is unaware of)
1. Missing insulation in portions of attic and other areas.
2. Incorrectly wired electrical outlets.
3. Torn or crushed ductwork in attic.
4. Missing or incorrectly installed roof straps for roof to wall attachments.
5. Slipped or cracked roof tiles.
6. Improper venting of home.
7. Dryer vent improperly terminated or improper dryer vent material.
8. Broken window locks and springs.
9. Slab lipage, where the slab extends beyond the exterior wall leading to moisture intrusion into the home.
10. Garage door safety function not working properly.
2. Incorrectly wired electrical outlets.
3. Torn or crushed ductwork in attic.
4. Missing or incorrectly installed roof straps for roof to wall attachments.
5. Slipped or cracked roof tiles.
6. Improper venting of home.
7. Dryer vent improperly terminated or improper dryer vent material.
8. Broken window locks and springs.
9. Slab lipage, where the slab extends beyond the exterior wall leading to moisture intrusion into the home.
10. Garage door safety function not working properly.
Make sure hidden building defects are caught and corrected so when you move in all you need to worry about is where to put the couch.
Home inspections aren’t just for old houses or used houses. It's best for home buyers to get the home inspected during the construction process and take care of defects before they become costly problems with significant consequences.
Most builders are hard working and honest and are trying to deliver a good valued product in a reasonable time. Unfortunately in most cases the builder is not the one actually building the home. A builder may use 10-20 subcontractors on one house, or more if you include specialists installing security systems, entertainment systems, etc. The sheer number of participants in the home building process can lead to miscommunication or lack of communication. Many times subcontractors working on one system of the house inadvertently harm another system. Almost all builders are relying on their sub-contractors and often the sub-contractor who gets the job was the low bidder. So the reality is THE LOW BIDDER IS BUILDING YOUR HOUSE.
There is a building boom going on in our area. Here in the Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton area new home construction is going strong, but at what cost. With a high demand for new homes, builders are building homes in record time. What this means for you is that the people building your house are being pushed to go fast and cut corners.
We have seen some construction nightmares, some the county inspectors didn't find or detect. So hire a professional home inspector to inspect your home before it's complete. Have a professional see behind the walls before the drywall goes up and before it's too late.
Most builders are hard working and honest and are trying to deliver a good valued product in a reasonable time. Unfortunately in most cases the builder is not the one actually building the home. A builder may use 10-20 subcontractors on one house, or more if you include specialists installing security systems, entertainment systems, etc. The sheer number of participants in the home building process can lead to miscommunication or lack of communication. Many times subcontractors working on one system of the house inadvertently harm another system. Almost all builders are relying on their sub-contractors and often the sub-contractor who gets the job was the low bidder. So the reality is THE LOW BIDDER IS BUILDING YOUR HOUSE.
There is a building boom going on in our area. Here in the Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton area new home construction is going strong, but at what cost. With a high demand for new homes, builders are building homes in record time. What this means for you is that the people building your house are being pushed to go fast and cut corners.
We have seen some construction nightmares, some the county inspectors didn't find or detect. So hire a professional home inspector to inspect your home before it's complete. Have a professional see behind the walls before the drywall goes up and before it's too late.
