ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF A NEW CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION
It's a brand-new structure, so surely there won't be any issues, right? That's about what you'd expect, and it usually is. But unless you have a professional house inspector check to make sure your new construction follows building codes and doesn't have any major issues, you won't know for sure.
Should I Get a Home Inspection if I'm Having a New House Built?
The answer is yes; getting one would be beneficial. If there were flaws in the construction, your home may quickly show signs of wear and tear or sustain significant damage, resulting in a substantial repair bill that would be your duty to cover. Even though you may not think anything could go wrong during the development of a new home, it is still a good idea to have a New Construction Home Inspection performed. Lack of workers, missed deadlines, bad weather, and improper planning are all potential causes of construction mistakes. Foundational cracks, leaks around windows, frayed wires, and leaking pipes are all potential outcomes of careless construction. Water leaks, mold growth, and structural problems are just some of the problems that can result from carelessness.
With Eagle Eye Home Inspections' New Construction Home Inspection, you can be assured that your home is ready for you to move in. These inspections cover the same ground as a standard home inspection but also look for problems that are frequent in newly constructed homes.
Here are the five most important parts of the inspection of a new construction:
Foundation & Structure
These are your home's "bones," and if they are in good shape, you can expect your house to last for generations. Poor grading (making the ground level so that rainwater flows away from the house), weatherproofing around windows and doors, and framing work can cause the structure to fail and/or the foundation to crack. (Which is not the same as the foundation sinking.) An inspection of a new building will note any problems in these areas.
HVAC System
Central heating and cooling is an essential part of any Florida home. Inefficient airflow, ductwork leaks, or a broken thermostat can lead to high energy bills, a waste of resources, and maybe even a moisture problem in your attic (or crawlspace, wherever your ductwork is installed).
Electrical
When builders are in a hurry or hire an inexperienced electrician to do work for them, electrical systems can be poorly installed. These can be dangerous mistakes that can start fires or leave live (hot) wires out in the open. Our inspectors make sure that new building work and installations are up to code.
Plumbing
Water damage and mold can be caused by loose connections under sinks or behind walls. Other things to look for are corrosion, cracks, water pressure, and how quickly your faucets turn on and warm up the water.
Insulation
Unless the buyer asks for more insulation, most new homes only have the minimum amount of insulation that is required. Even though it may meet state code requirements, this level may not be enough for some Delaware homebuyers, especially if their home doesn't have any shade. How well a home is insulated against things like water and moisture from the outside and the loss of indoor air can also be affected by how well the windows and doors are sealed (which increases energy usage). During a New Construction Home Inspection, each of these areas is carefully checked.
