Because the builder knows they ALL have problems. When you buy a brand-new home, it’s easy to assume everything is perfect. It’s new, never lived in, and covered by a builder’s warranty. The truth is, many homeowners discover too late, just because a home is new doesn’t mean it’s flawless. All of the most costly issues are typically detectable in the first year, and long before the builder’s warranty expires. That’s why a new construction inspection by Odyssey Home Inspection is essential to maintaining the value of your home.
New homes often appear free of defects to the naked eye. Fresh paint, gleaming countertops, and seemingly straight lines can give the impression that everything beneath is just as polished. However, in the attic, on the roof, and inside the electrical panel, it’s a different story.
What Most Builders Do
Builders work under tight timelines, all work is performed by the same subcontractors, and city inspections only spend about 15 minutes at the property total before signing the final permit.
A new construction inspection by Odyssey Home Inspection focuses on the quality of the build that affects the value of the home, not just the bare minimum. We catch what municipal inspectors have no regard for, including broken roof tiles, grading issues, incorrect wiring, faulty HVAC installation, rafter damage from solar panel installations, and more.
Most builders offer a one-year warranty on workmanship and materials. That’s why many homebuyers schedule a warranty inspection, also known as an 11-month inspection, as soon as possible, so the builder can’t delay the repairs beyond the warranty period. By hiring us to evaluate the home before this deadline, you get a detailed, unbiased report you can submit to the builder. This ensures needed repairs are made on their dime, not yours, when you decide to sell the house.
Why Schedule a New Construction Home Inspection?
We typically find $5,000-$20,000 in repairs in a brand new home built near or around 2024. A new home is a significant investment, possibly the largest one you’ll make. Relying solely on the builder and municipal inspections leaves you open to fixing all of these things yourself at your expense. Saving yourself a few hundred dollars could cost you tens of thousands in repairs. Schedule a new construction home inspection today.