New Construction Inspections Birmingham Vestavia Hills Alabaster AL
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- Planning the construction of your new home?
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New Construction Inspections Protect Your Investment
In Birmingham, AL, if you purchased a new home, builders will typically offer a one-year warranty. But once that builder warranty period expires, even by one day, you may be on your own to take on any repairs or replacements that occur. Ordering an inspection one or two months (minimum) before that warranty expires, may provide you with peace of mind and allows you to notify your builder of issues they need to address.
Having A New Home Built By A Reputable Builder Does NOT Guarantee Quality Of Craftsmanship
Protect your new real estate investment with a new construction inspection from our InterNACHI-certified experts whose professional opinion you can trust. This includes three inspections of the home during the building process. The three inspections we provide for you are foundation/pre-slab, framing, and the final home inspection.
The city building inspectors in Alabama have so many projects to inspect they rarely have the time in a day to inspect all the projects which contractors have submitted for various home inspection services. With this work load city inspectors usually take glances at the home and miss many very important items that will haunt the home owner for years to come if these are not identified and corrected before the buyer takes possession.
Once you have done the final walk thru and accepted the condition of the building most items which are not a structural integrity concern will never be corrected by the builder or their subcontractors without a new construction home inspection.
Phased Construction Inspections
New Construction Inspection is intended to provide a review of the building systems as they are constructed. A phased construction inspection will visually examine the building under construction at three different stages or phases of the build. These inspection services evaluate the quality, workmanship and execution of the design and construction. The 3 phase construction inspection includes three separate inspections that are scheduled at precise times during the construction process. It is critical that the client and the builder coordinate each of these inspections to ensure that all inspected systems and components will be visible on the day of the inspection and that the inspection does not delay the construction process.
Phase 1: Foundation / Pre-Slab
This inspection is performed after trenches or footers have been dug and all metal and pipe casings and/or liners have been put into place, but before pouring concrete.
- All known plan measurements of depth and width of footings are verified.
- All metal supports are inspected for proper placement and connections.
- All known pipe and sleeve measurements are verified for proper placement.
Phase 2: Pre-Drywall
This inspection is performed prior to drywall or other interior wall covering being installed.
- Inspect for defective, warped, missing and misplaced framing members
- Inspect for proper wood grades, placement, span measurement, notching, borings, and truss usage.
- Inspect anchor bolts, fire blocking and truss ties
- Inspect framing fasteners and connectors for proper schedules
- Visually inspect the electrical wires and plumbing installed through the framing system including proper nail stop protection
- Visually check the HVAC rough-ins and duct conditions
- Visually check Air Handler condensation drain and overflow drain lines
- Check exterior walls, sheeting seal, wall penetrations, windows and sealants
- Visually check exterior electrical and lighting fixtures
Phase 3: Final Home Inspection
This walk thru inspection is conducted when all construction is complete. This is basically the same inspection we do on all houses new or used. On new houses, it must be coordinated with the builder’s schedule to be sure all systems are complete and ready for occupation. It should be completed before closing with enough time remaining to accomplish any necessary repairs.
It is the final inspection to verify that all structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems are installed and operating as intended including, but not limited to:
- Full home inspection meeting or exceeding all requirements of the Standard of Practice
- Inspect the Structure including: Foundation, Grading and Drainage, Roof Covering,
- Roof Structure and Attic, Walls (interior and exterior), Ceilings and Floors, Doors,
- Windows, Fireplace/Chimney, Porches, Decks, Driveways, Carports
- Inspect Electrical Systems including: Service Entrance & Panels, Branch Circuits, Outlets, Switches, Fixtures, Disconnects, GFCI’s
- Inspect Heating, Venting and Air Conditioning Systems, Ducts
- Inspect Water Supply System, Fixtures, Drains, Wastes Vents, and Water Heating Equipment.
- Inspect built in Appliances, and other Optional Systems
The final inspection is the type of inspections that is done when we are asked to do an “inspection”. We can only tell you what we can see, touch, or test. We cannot see through concrete or walls. When you buy a completed house, whether “New” or “Used”, this is the only type inspection that can be accomplished without destruction of the media (drywall, concrete, etc.) that obstructs our vision.
Common Issues for New Construction Houses
While there are countless opportunities for mistakes to occur during construction in Alabama, there are a number of issues that pop up more frequently than others.
Here are just a few examples:
- Non-functioning electrical outlets and switches
- Non-functioning or improperly installed appliances
- Improperly installed roofing
- Improperly constructed Roof truss
- Improper grading (ground slopes toward the home)
- Poor insulation
- Plumbing leaks
- Unsealed windows and doors
How much do new construction inspections cost?
Cost varies based on square footage, age, and any additional services you may want to include in your report. Typical home inspection reports cost less than $500 for most homes. However, the cost should not be a factor in the decision whether or not to have a physical inspection. You might save many times the cost of the inspection if you are able to have the seller perform repairs based on significant problems revealed by the inspector. Consult your professional agent for guidance.
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