Importance of a New Construction Home Inspection
Are you building a house or purchasing a new build? You may think you don’t need a home inspection since it’s new, but we would advise otherwise. Just because it’s new construction, doesn’t mean it will be a flawless home. Contractors work fast, sometimes too fast, and things can be missed. Many projects are subcontracted out to various vendors whose competence and diligence might range significantly. Some builders do the bare minimum when it comes to code. In addition, mistakes happen and things get overlooked even by the general contractor. So, even though you expect your new home to be perfect, it’s much more realistic that there will be some issues. Even though new construction goes through its own inspection process, having a third party home inspector look over the house can let you know if things were missed or done incorrectly. Here are some common things that might be wrong: Gaps or cracks in decks and patios Incorrectly applied siding ...