What to Look Out For in New Construction Homes

You’re at the end of the home buying process, and you are ready to move into your home, right? Wrong.

New construction homes should always have a final home inspection before you close that deal. You need a walkthrough from a certified and highly trained home inspector to check everything. When you get those keys in your hand, you want to feel confident in what you own. If issues were brought up before, now is the time to make sure they are fully resolved. All major systems should be thoroughly checked over. New construction homes are far from perfect and having a home inspection will help you to detect any mistakes before you inherit them.

Confrontation about New Construction Homes?

Sometimes, when you discuss hiring an inspector to evaluate new construction homes with the sellers, they attempt to discourage you from doing so. They might tell you that the home has already been inspected, it’s covered by a home warranty, or better yet, that they won’t fix anything the inspector reports.

These are warning signs that you really need to get a final inspection. They know that their work isn’t up to our standards. 

When contractors/sellers try to talk you out of an inspection, do not give in. You owe yourself to know exactly what you are buying. Now that you are certain that you want a final inspection, let’s discuss the most common issues reported when we inspect new construction homes.

Incomplete Work 

It may surprise you to know that it’s common to find unfinished work. Contractors are human, and sometimes they get distracted and make mistakes. Whether they forget to install hardware, child safety features, or improperly install something, it’s our job as your home inspector to spot these inconsistencies and report them.

The selling party should respect our report and make the repairs before you move in. 

Structure

Yes! It’s possible to buy a newly constructed house and have a cracked foundation, problems with the grating, or other structural defects that you don’t want to deal with. When you buy a house, you want it to be perfect, and we are here for you to make sure that you get exactly what you paid for. 

Don’t settle for less! If the structure of your home isn’t sound, it compromises the durability and safety of the building.

HVAC

Your HVAC system is one of the most important major appliances in your home. It’s also exceedingly complex. In order to heat and cool your home effectively, the right size and adjustments are necessary. 

When the heating and air conditioning are negatively impacted, comfort isn’t an option. That’s why an inspector will check for leaks, thermostat issues, and the overall size of the unit to determine if it was installed correctly.

Plumbing

You want the right pipes to be used and there to be no leaks present. You also want your cold and hot water settings to be where they should be. 

These are all a part of your home inspection. We want to make sure that when you move into your new construction home that you don’t end up with extensive water damage.

Electrical 

Bad electrical installation is a recipe for fire. Before you move in, you want to have your electrical system checked for big mistakes that could cost you more than just your home, but your life! 

From the wiring to the circuit breaker box, a qualified home inspector will check the entire electrical system for errors so that you can rest easy about your investment.

Windows and Doors

Especially in Florida, we need our windows and doors to be well sealed and leak-free! Between rain, hot air, humidity, and pests, the invaders rapping at our windows and doors are plentiful and unwelcomed.

We believe that the outdoors should remain outside and will rigorously examine all of your windows and doors for defects and improper installation. When you hire a home inspector to perform the final inspection of your new construction home, every detail matters!

Final Inspection for New Construction Homes

Please, do not pass up this essential step in the home buying process. The last inspection is crucial to determine if the contractors built your home correctly, and the experts at Divinity Inspection Services are here to help you. 

Unlike many other home inspectors, we are contractors ourselves and know the ins and outs of new home construction. Every aspect of your property is our expertise and we will identify any abnormality in the work done. Contact us now to schedule your final home inspection today!