When you have a new home built from the ground up, you are making a big investment. You have purchased the ideal property and worked with your builder to design your dream home. It’s a good idea to have a third-party professional home inspector conduct a new construction inspection before you move in. Let’s explore some of the reasons why.
New Construction Can Have Imperfections
Your builder may be reputable, but any new building can have flaws. The contractor hires multiple subcontractors, like electricians and plumbers, to complete various aspects of construction. With so many different workers, it is possible for a mistake to slip under the radar. A professional inspector will thoroughly evaluate the workmanship and quality of materials to provide a report of the entire building’s condition.
A Municipal Code Inspection Isn’t the Same as a New Construction Inspection
Any new construction requires a municipal code inspection. This kind of inspection is different from a new construction inspection because it only checks for basic building code requirements. You shouldn’t rely on the code inspection to give you a full assessment of the entire building.
Repairs After You’ve Moved in are a Hassle
If a problem with your new home is discovered after you have moved in, it might still be covered by your builder’s warranty. Unfortunately, having repairs performed on your home after you’ve already settled in is a disruption. You might have to put some of your belongings into storage or temporarily move out of your home. Have a new construction inspection so that you can have repairs completed before you move in.
You’ll Be Confident About Reselling the Home When You Have a New Construction Inspection
You may live in your newly constructed home for the rest of your life, or you may decide to sell it one day. Everyone wants a quick and easy real estate sale. If you forego a new construction inspection, you may not know about flaws with the building until your buyer conducts a home inspection. Unpleasant surprises in a home inspection report are common reasons for a buyer to negotiate a lower price or back out of a deal.
A new construction inspection is an important service for anyone building a new home. These are just a few of the ways you can benefit from a third-party inspector during a new construction project.
Eagle 1 Home Inspection Services provides new construction inspections to San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Contact us if you are building a new home.