Do I need a home inspection for new construction?

Absolutely- always get a home inspection. You would be surprised, I have sold multiple new construction homes and with every home inspection there was something that the builder wound up having to address. Good luck with your purchase!

A real estate agent or broker is not a contractor or home inspector. You should absolutely get a home inspection. If you choose not to get Home Inspection, we require you sign a waiver. It’s a huge liability risk to not get one done whether it’s a resale or brand new construction.

We always recommend a home inspection, new construction or not. You just NEVER know what could be wrong with a home.

Hello! It is always a good thing to get a home inspection even on new construction. If anything is found during the home inspection you can go back to the builder and ask for those repairs to be addressed prior to closing. Good luck!

I always recommend a home inspection, even if its New Construction. They are hired professionals and licensed to look for things that we may miss or may not be accessible (crawlspace & attic).

Yes, yes and yes. Even though the home is new construction, many things may show up during a home inspection. Have one done, and the builder will make the necessary repairs. You usually get a one-year warranty. Have your home inspector come back after 11 months and reinspect, so if anything is found, the builder will take care of it under your warranty.

Yes, yes, yes... That way you have another pair of eyes not with he builder looking out for your best interests. Also, documented in case an issue in the future.

Many builders will tell you it’s not needed because everything is under warranty. In addition, they often make it harder for inspectors to visit, requiring extraordinarily high levels of insurance and supervision by onsite staff. However, it will be much easier and better to handle any items before closing than to discover them later and try to get them approved and completed by the customer service department. Get the inspection. If you’re reading this after closing but before the expiration of your “wall to wall” warranty (often 1 year, depending on your market and builder), get the inspector out and put a list together for the builder.

We always recommend that Buyers get a home inspection for new construction. Beware that most builders require specific certifications for inspectors so do not wait until the last minute and always make sure you notify the on site agent. We recommend that you do 4 inspections depending on the stage for which you put your new construction home under contract: 1. At Framing 2. Pre-drywall 3. Post CO (certificate of occupancy) - 4. 11 mo after occupancy is best to get a great idea of other issues that the builder should address prior to the expiration of your 1 year builder warranty (if applicable).

Hello, yes! Always obtain a home inspection from a home inspector on a new construction. Some of the most concerning inspections I personally have seen have been on new construction. Once you obtain a home inspection, you will get a nice report with pictures and you will be able to go back to the contractor and ask for the items to be addressed before you purchase. Hope this helps :)