![]() |
Home inspections on a new home
What do you think about having an independent home inspector looking at a new home before you buy it ? It it really needed? Can anyone recommend independent inspectors in the villages ?
Thanks |
Quote:
|
You should plan on the inspection before the 1 year warranty is up, you can do it any time so that it is completed before the warranty runs out. We used Frank DeAngelo and were very pleased with his work, found several things I would have never found. Note he is typically booked 2 to 3 months out, so plan ahead.
As for your specific question I do not see the need to have an inspection immediately for a new house, just be careful with any changes that you might make which could void the warranty. |
Quote:
|
D’Angelo inspection just before one year will accomplish the same. Book it early
|
Quote:
Are you capable, confident & "qualified"??? It's your money for an inspector, It's your money if something comes up later. What guarantee do you get from an inspector and are they financially able to back up the guarantee? |
Quote:
|
It’s not your home til closing doubt The Developer would allow it.
|
Do it!
For those having their own home built, get a pre drywall inspection done as well. This way you can really see the quality of the framing, plumbing and electrical. Once covered with drywall, it’s too late. |
Quote:
|
Quote:
|
OP not sure I would hire an inspector unless house was a done deal. Punch list inspections can start at $350 depending on SF. So could get expensive if you are looking at couple of houses.
Punch Used to have 30 days. Yes Windows are a huge problem with multiple scratches. All 8 of our sliders were badly scratched. Took 3 times of replacement before all were clear and without defects. Some cabinet issues, couple floor issues. As a build house, every week we took pics with descriptions of issues. So day of closing my list was emailed to warranty by 5pm. Initial punch list has to be submitted by day 7 or they may not replace it. We had 27 items on initial punch. Some of those had to be replaced or repaired again at 11 month inspection with Eric D’Angelo. Yes we booked Frank 6 months out. It’s our 4th with him. |
The 1 year Warranty Inspection Is the fundamental inspection
Quote:
The walkthrough with the builder is your first chance to get problems documented especially on cosmetic scratches etc. on sliding doors, cabinets etc. This used to be a 30 day limit. Landscaping also had a 30 day limit. I documented a severe insect/ army worm problem and after tedious complaints and documentation up the line, The Builder replaced 9 pallets worth of sod. During construction, I pointed out hose bib location, electrical outlet location errors caused by not following the documented specific building plans that our contract was based on and using a standard model layout. The request to do detailed construction inspection on structure, electrical, and HVAC is the responsibility of the Local Building Inspection Department. The Builder needs to get signed approval for each stage which is documented on the Board for the job and in the County Records. You could not afford to get someone such as Frank D. to oversee the County's Job; and Frank or other inspector may not want to do it do to time constraints, etc. Your Inspection visits during construction need to be discussed with the builder since he needs to permit your access during non working hours for safety. Hopefully you can establish a cordial working arrangement. Remember as pointed out above. it is NOT your home until the Closing. |
Home Inspectors
Quote:
|
You won’t be able to get inspection prior to closing. You have a short time for what they consider cosmetic. I closed in Dec 2022. I wish I had an inspection the first week.
Also, Jeff Aspach is a very good inspector. 352-748-2008. We used him and so did most of my neighbors. I know they say, you get what you pay for. In this case that’s not true and he did come in less $$ than D’Angelo and did an excellent job. |
Quote:
|
YES, you need one,
Jeff Asbach. |
Quote:
|
Quote:
|
Quote:
|
$275 great investment
Quote:
|
Grant inspections. Very smooth inspection. Very few items. Actually they pointed out good things the builder did.
|
I believe as a real estate agent for 30 years, I have always recommended having a four stage inspection during the building process. Foundation/ frame, plumbing and electrical, drywall and roof. It is a little more expensive but well worth it. If the home is already built the one year inspection is perfect
|
I agree with the Village Tinker. You should definitely get a home inspection on your new home before the one year warrenty runs out. You will be amazed what they will find. When I had my house done they found cement in my patio that was breaking up. I never would have looked for that. They also found problems with roofing shingles. They gave me a very detailed report which had pics of all discrepancies and info about my house that I wasn’t aware of.
|
I do not think The Villages allows you to have a home inspection on new construction before purchase since you don't own the home and they do. I know they allowed my State Farm inspection for sinkhole coverage to be performed prior to closing. I suggest a home inspection right after closing even if just for cosmetic issues. Cosmetic issues must be reported within the first seven days. If you do not have an attention to detail, then at least have someone who does come in and give a good exam. A good way is to examine during different times of day and night. When direct sunlight hits my cabinets they look awful. When it is very dark out, turn out all the lights and examine everything with a flashlight - you will be shocked! You may need to clean the windows and I say this is a priority to examine them. If cosmetic defects do not bother you and you are willing to live with them then you do not need to worry about this at all. I have been in numerous new homes that have tons of cosmetic defects and other people seem to be oblivious or choose to do nothing about them.
|
Quote:
to rely on your RE agent to assign the Home Inspector, and represent you if you cannot be present for the process. AS my wife and I found out when ALL 12 windows were in need of repair, but Inspector only noted 4 as in need of repair/replacement on the report, and have also noticed that the Circuit Breakers for countertop receptacles are 20 amp, BUT All outlets are only 15 amp. * NOT recommended for Air Friers and assoc appliances MANY MORE miscellaneous Defects and Discrepancies are being revealed as we acquaint with our new home |
You can hire an independent home inspector for right after closing. D'Angelo and Asbach are the most popular and send their reports directly to the warranty department. They are very good inspectors and find things you probably will not. The D'Angelos told me they focus on what they know warranty will fix. I would suggest you to look at the report before it goes over and make sure everything you want is in it. I wish I would have had an inspection right after closing. I waited until 10 months. We had almost no insulation in our attic and that could have been remedied a lot sooner. We reported well over 100 defects after closing. Our 10 month D'Angelo
inspection reported 62 defects. The warranty department told me all warranty work must be completed by the one year anniversary date. This contradicts what we were verbally told, "As long as it is reported before the one year is up it will be fixed." Also many people will repeat the salepeople's pitch, "Warranty is wonderful and will fix everything." This we also found not to be true in our case. The sooner you get defects reported and fixed, the more time you have to stay on it, and the better off you are. Good luck! |
PGT Windows
Quote:
|
Quote:
|
Great Florida home Inspector
Quote:
|
Not necessary. You should have a one year warranty on your new home. We found the warranty dept to be very responsive to even small problems, Get your inspection towards the end of your year before your warranty expires.
|
Quote:
:laugh::laugh::laugh: |
I don’t think it is necessary and would think it is rare. When we bought ours we did a walk through when we were giving the deposit and made a list of some obvious things that were fixed right away. Many/most do a walkthrough the day of closing with the developer or warranty dept I believe. This we didn’t do as we closed through the mail. On our first trip down our son who is a contractor went through the house and made a list of all the issues he found. We let the warranty dept know and I think we had 6-7 different vendors at the house over time. We never did a 1 year inspection since we had everything taken care of already. Long answer to say do what makes you feel comfortable.
|
Quote:
Have the inspection. “New houses are covered by warranty for the first year” doesn’t cut it. Why? You have to find the issue. If the problem occurs after one year, you will have to pay for the repair. Pay the $350 to have an independent inspector go through your home at purchase AND before your 1 year anniversary. Ive owned two homes here. During both inspections, the inspectors found issues that go back to construction. Issues that were not identified because “your house is under warranty for the first year” |
Yes
Quote:
|
Home Inspection's on a New Home
Quote:
Home - Central Florida Home Inspections |
Quote:
|
your real estate agent should be able to give you a name or two
|
Hawkeye home inspection is who I used he found over 60 items..
|
We also used Frank D'Angelo for our 1 yr home inspection. Very satisfied.
|
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:33 PM. |
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Search Engine Optimisation provided by
DragonByte SEO v2.0.32 (Pro) -
vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2025 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.