Having a new home built from the ground up allows you to customize every aspect of the house. However, you should not expect it to be perfect just because it is new construction. There are a number of reasons why homeowners should get a home inspection on new construction.
It’s best to hire a licensed home inspector to inspect new construction during its early stages before interior components are covered by drywall. If the construction is almost complete by the time you are buying the home, it is still a good idea to hire a third-party home inspector for a new construction inspection.
Below are some of the reasons why you should consider getting a home inspection on new construction.
1. Newly Built Homes Aren’t Perfect
Constructing a home involves many people working independently on different components of the house. Given that so many activities occur all at once, it is possible for the contractor to miss checking some details. The home inspector will thoroughly inspect all the visible components for quality, functionality, and safety.
2. Problems Can Be Repaired Before You Move In
It is preferable to have all the work completed on your new home before you move in rather than realizing something is wrong later that needs to be fixed. Having work done in your home while you are living there can be invasive and inconvenient.
3. Live In a Safe Home
If the home inspector discovers any safety issues during the new construction inspection, they will be well documented in the inspection report. Once they are repaired, you can move in with peace of mind that your home is safe.
4. You Will Benefit from a Home Inspection on New Construction Years Later
Once you eventually sell the house you had built, the homebuyer will get their own inspection of the building. Problems may be found that went undetected during construction and that you never knew they existed. At this point, it will be too late to get the contractor involved. The issues will be yours to solve.
5. Municipal Inspections are Not a Substitute for Home Inspections
The main duty of municipal inspectors is to check building codes. These building regulations check for the bare minimum standards. Factors beyond code inspectors’ control prevent their inspections from being adequate.
Hiring a professional home inspector to conduct a home inspection on new construction pays for itself financially and gives you peace of mind. You will be confident that any concerns with your newly constructed home are taken care of before you move in.
Roesner Real Estate Inspections serves West Houston and the surrounding areas with home inspection services including new construction inspections. Contact us to book your inspection.