Many buyers are under the impression that nothing can be wrong with their new home since it passed all the required town inspections. The reality is that municipal inspectors are often overwhelmed and simply do not have the time required to conduct a thorough inspection on every home they encounter.
AmeriMasters Home Inspection offers a range of services that are certain to reduce your anxiety throughout the home building process:
This review, generally referred to as the "pre-drywall" inspection, is performed after the basic structure of the house is complete; the framing is up, the windows are in, and the electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling systems have been installed but are still exposed. This is the most important inspection that can be performed on your new home. Once the finish wall and ceiling coverings are installed, these components are no longer visible for inspection.
The Final Inspection is one of the most frequently requested services for a newly constructed home. The Final Inspection consists of a full home inspection conducted according to NACHI standards. The inspection is typically conducted prior to closing, when all systems are functional and available for testing. However, the timing of the inspection may depend on the level of access granted by the builder. If builder restrictions do not allow full access, BEWARE, and the final inspection can be conducted after the closing.
Please keep in mind that the perfect house has not been built, and it is reasonable to expect that some deficiencies will be noted in your home. Code violations must be fixed, but in many cases the items that an inspector finds are workmanship issues that a builder may or may not agree to address. AmeriDream Home Inspections will differentiate the major deficiencies from the minor items to help you prioritize your discussion with the builder.
It is important to note that a Professional Home Inspection is not a certification of compliance with building codes. Many items specified in the building code are concealed from view at the time of inspection. Building codes can also vary by municipality. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the local municipality to ensure the building plan meets local code requirements and that the building codes are followed correctly.