New construction homes aren’t really done being built until they’ve stood a full year through the elements and weather that could possibly expose some unforeseen issues with the home.
Most builders understand this and offer a one-year warranty to assure you their work is a job well done, and that they intend to fix anything that may come up in that first year.
It’s the buyer’s responsibility to understand this warranty well; what is and what is not covered, how long it extends, and ultimately, hiring an unbiased, trained eye to help identify a complete list of anything that could possibly need repaired or replaced before that warranty expires.
The New Home Warranty Inspection, also known as the One Year New Home Warranty Inspection, is part of our New Construction Inspection services, where one of our qualified home inspectors complete a full home inspection, much like the one that may have been done before purchasing the house originally, including a full report and pictures of anything we find along the way.
This allows the buyer time to get in touch with their builder and share the inspection with them so that they may make the necessary corrections while still being covered under warranty.
Technically, you can schedule this service any time before your warranty expires, but to get the most coverage, you’ll benefit from waiting until the last month or so in case there are any last-minute issues that arise.
Each Home Builder Warranty is different. It is important that you review your Builder Warranty so that you are clear on what they will, and will not cover. Our New Home Warranty Inspection is extremely detailed – just like a regular home inspection. We go through every aspect of the home, regardless of whether the builder will cover the cost of repair/correction.
Musselman Home Inspection serves Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh and Montgomery County. Our inspectors are certified to perform the Pre-Listing Home Inspection, Pre-Purchase Home Inspection, Buyer Inspection, Radon Testing, Mold Inspection, Termite (WDI) Inspection, Water Quality Testing, Septic System Inspection, New Construction Home Inspection, Pre-Drywall Inspection, and Pre-Close Inspection.
