“New car smell” is divine, but there’s nothing quite like the smell — and look — of a newly-built home. Pristine carpets, unblemished walls, the smell of freshly-cut lumber lingering in the air — it’s hard to beat the excitement of taking ownership of a brand-new property.
Everything looks great, and you have been involved in the construction process every step of the way. So you don’t need a home inspection, right? Wrong. New homes can have issues and defects you can’t see, too.
Home inspectors are trained to spot problem areas and identify issues that could cost you time and money down the line. Building a home is a massive undertaking, much like fitting together a big jigsaw puzzle. It involves many different trades, from plumbers and roofers to HVAC technicians and concrete masons. You’ll want the peace of mind of having a trained professional scout for potential problems and issues. Tag along during the inspection — chances are, you’ll learn a lot about your new home!
When should the inspection take place? You may want your home inspected before the walls are closed so that a behind-the-walls inspection can be done. It’s a glimpse into the heart of a home that can only be accomplished at a specific point in time in the construction process. Take advantage of that! You also may want a home inspected once it is complete, before the final walk-through or before you submit a final list of anything that needs to be fixed before you close on the property and move in.
A comprehensive home inspection is always a good idea, whether your house is the new kid on the block or a centuries-old pillar of the neighborhood. Get the peace of mind you deserve when buying or building a home by calling us! Want to learn more? Give us a call at (310) 925-6664
