New Construction Inspections

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As more and more home buyers are concerned about the quality of their new home’s construction, the demand increases for construction consultants. Consultants help insure each home meets local building standards and that the home is of acceptable quality to their client. Their attentiveness during the construction process can also assist the builder in identifying and correcting issues ‘real time;’ thus, preventing post-occupancy problems and repairs for the homeowner. As a qualified home inspector, I can fill this need for you.

There are many levels of inspection available to the client. A minimal new construction inspection may include one visit to the site, usually after the rough framing, electrical, plumbing and HVAC have been installed. A report would be created after the inspection to document the inspector’s findings.

Most clients desire more than the minimal inspection. A ‘supplemental’ inspection is in addition to the municipal inspections required, and it is not a code compliance or compliance with the blueprints/plans inspection. A ‘supplemental’ inspection is performed by a qualified inspector in stages (usually four.) A report would be created after each inspection to document the findings. The stages normally are:

1. underground and foundation, prior to concrete pour
2. rough framing, electrical, plumbing and HVAC
3. building wrap prior to siding
4. final inspection, including roof (may be part of the final walk-through)

Optional inspections can include, for example, the insulation stage.

Each client deserves excellent service and commitment from their inspector. In addition to the stage visits and subsequent reports, several additional visits may occur as called for by the client and inspector. Each agreement between the client and the inspector is customized to meet the needs of the buyer.

You can be assured that a Waypoint Property Inspection will provide you with the appropriate information in an easy to read report. As a result of this inspection you will be able to make an informed Real Estate decision.