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Navigating New Construction: What Every Buyer Should Know About Home Inspections


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Most homebuyers assume newly constructed homes don't need professional inspections. After all, they're brand new and subject to county inspections, right? This dangerous misconception could cost you thousands down the road.

In this revealing discussion, we unpack why even fresh-from-the-builder homes need multiple professional inspections. County inspectors simply don't have the time to thoroughly examine each property—they're meeting minimum code requirements while juggling dozens of other sites. Meanwhile, we're finding issues in almost every new construction we inspect.

We outline the three critical inspection phases every new homebuyer should schedule: the pre-drywall inspection that reveals what will soon be hidden behind walls forever; the final walkthrough before closing; and the crucial 11-month warranty inspection that catches problems before your builder's warranty expires. We also discuss our upcoming foundation floor-level survey service that uses precision instruments to measure foundation levelness down to fractions of an inch—establishing a valuable baseline for your home's structural integrity.

The conversation also covers practical challenges with scheduling new construction inspections, including state law requirements for builder permission and the best timing to ensure project managers can provide necessary access. For anyone building or considering a new construction purchase, this episode provides essential knowledge that could save you from future heartache and expense. Don't wait until problems emerge—protect your investment from day one with proper inspection protocols.

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To learn more about Habitation Investigation, the Three-time Winner of the Best Home Inspection Company in the Midwest Plus the Winner of Consumer Choice Award for Columbus Ohio visit Home Inspection Columbus Ohio - Habitation Investigation (homeinspectionsinohio.com)

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