New Construction Inspections.
Before the Builder Walks Away.
Independent inspections of new homes at the three moments that matter: before the drywall goes up, before your final walkthrough, and before your 11-month builder warranty runs out.
What's included
- Pre-drywall: framing, fastening, sheathing, window and door flashing, and the weather barrier
- Pre-drywall: plumbing, electrical and HVAC rough-ins before they are hidden
- Final walkthrough: a full inspection of the finished home before closing
- 11-month: a return visit to catch settling, drainage, roof and system problems while the warranty still covers them
- Findings written as a punch list you can hand straight to the builder
- Same-day digital report with photos for every stage
Why it matters
New homes are not defect-free. They are built fast, by many subcontractors, and the county’s code inspections are short visits that check minimum requirements — not workmanship. Builders fix what is on the list before closing and before the one-year warranty ends; after that, it’s yours. Aaron spent more than ten years in DMV residential construction, managing custom and spec builds from the ground up, so he knows where builders cut corners and how to write findings a site superintendent will act on.
Frequently asked questions
Why inspect a brand-new house?
Because brand-new doesn’t mean built right. Missing flashing, unsealed ductwork, gaps in insulation, reversed drain slopes and grading that sends water toward the house are common on new homes, and they are far cheaper to fix before you move in — or while the builder still owes you a fix.
When should the pre-drywall inspection happen?
After framing, windows, roofing and the plumbing, electrical and HVAC rough-ins are in, but before insulation and drywall. Ask the builder for that date as early as possible — the window can be only a few days.
Will my builder let you inspect?
Most builders allow an independent inspection when the buyer asks in writing, ideally in the purchase agreement. We follow site safety rules and work around the builder’s schedule.
What is an 11-month warranty inspection?
Most builders warrant workmanship for the first year. Around month 11 we inspect the home again, after a full cycle of seasons, so settlement cracks, drainage problems, roof leaks and system issues make it onto the builder’s list before that coverage ends.
The county already inspected the house. Isn’t that enough?
County inspections confirm minimum code requirements at a few points in construction, often in a short visit. They don’t check workmanship or finish, and they don’t produce a punch list for you. An independent inspection works for you, not the builder.
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