Expert New Construction Home Inspections

The current building boom in the Atlanta area has led to quality control issues for many builders. Speed and quality typically do not go together in the construction industry. If you are looking at purchasing a new construction home, a private new construction home inspection is essential.

When to schedule home inspection for new construction?
Typically you will want to schedule two inspections on your new home as it is being constructed. The first inspection, known as a “pre drywall inspection” is scheduled prior to installation of insulation and drywall. The second inspection, known as a “final inspection,” is typically scheduled a week or two prior to closing. You will want to notify your builder that you want to have a private inspection and ask them for dates when the inspections can be conducted.

Why do I need a private new construction home inspection?
Many home buyers assume since the county or city will inspect a home during construction then there is no need for a private inspector. Unfortunately many municipal inspectors are required to perform 30-50 inspections per day, leaving only a few minutes to look at each house. Additionally, many municipalities only inspect certain components within a home, not the entire house. Hiring a private inspector to dedicate their time and attention to your home will be a wise investment.

Who is qualified to inspect new construction homes?
While every home inspector in Georgia will claim to be able to inspect a new construction home, they may not actually be qualified. For new construction, it is essential you find a “code-certified” home inspector – this means the inspector has passed rigorous tests on current building codes. Hiring an inspector who is not code-certified can be a waste of money since their inspections reports will typically not provide code citations for the defects identified in the home. Many builders will choose to ignore inspection reports without code citations. It is important to be able to show the builder the specific codes they are required to follow.

Our home inspection services are not the cheapest in Atlanta. That said, our code-certified inspectors will thoroughly inspect the home and provide a detailed report containing code-citations for all defects present. We can also provide mold inspections, sewer scopes and testing for radon gas.

The goal of a pre-drywall inspection is to ensure that the house has been framed in accordance with applicable building codes. Construction phase inspections can help identify major issues before they are covered up. Our code-certified inspectors can help to ensure that the initial components of the framing, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems have been properly installed before they are covered up with insulation and drywall. Once the drywall has been installed, these important components are no longer visible and cannot be inspected. If problems are found later, it’s harder to identify the source of the problem.

Every pre-drywall inspection is conducted in accordance with the rigorous standards of the Georgia Association of Home Inspectors Protocol for Framing Inspections.

New Construction Final Inspection damaged and improperly sealed roofing.

Many homebuyers understand the importance of an inspection for a resale property. Unfortunately, some homebuyers assume that a newly built home will be problem-free. Our experience shows that this cannot be further from the truth.

Building a home is complex. There are a lot of moving parts. You’ve got workers coming in and out over a period of months. Even the best construction managers will miss problems. This is why it is so important to have a professional code-certified inspector on your side.

We have never inspected a newly completed home without identifying multiple code violations and defects. Our clients, their real estate agents, and the homebuilders are frequently shocked at what we uncover during inspections of new built homes. You can imagine how relieved the homebuilder is to have the opportunity to make things right the first time, long before a single piece of their client’s furniture enters their new home.

At Ease Inspections — Highest
Rated in Atlanta

When you hire At Ease Inspections, you can breathe easy knowing that we have the certifications and insurance needed to meet the requirements of any homebuilder. Our independent new construction inspectors are the highest rated in Atlanta.