Why Have a New Home Inspection?

Below are the  MOST  COMMON  ISSUES  that I observe while inspecting 'New Homes'  that have, supposedly, been Code Checked by the required authorities and inspected by the builders (so-called) Quality Control Team:

- I typically find 'numerous types' of Building Code Violations. 

- Wiring Errors and Electric Code Violations  in Service Panel (breaker box).

- Missing or incorrect Electrical Grounding and Bonding.   (This is a 'critical' electric code requirement that 'many' electricians 'do not' understand correctly.)

- 'Missing Insulation' and thin insulation       (may go discovered, high bills!)
- Air Leaks in Air Conditioning Ductwork                      (higher electric bills)
- A/C Systems 'under charged'.  (forces A/C units to overwork and raises bills!)
- A/C System not the correct SEER Rating stated by the Builder.

- HVAC Systems designed poorly and installed incorrectly. (especially with multiple units and 'zoned' systems.)     (Non-Efficient, fursterating and higher bills)
- Missing & Incorrect Roof Flashings.           (promotes leakage and 'wood rot')
- Missing 'Critical Flashings' required for 'Stucco Exteriors'.                                                                 ('Crucial' to prevent water penetration through certain critical locations)
- Gas leaks  in attic, and at appliance connections.     (safety & fire hazard)
- Exhaust Flues  from furnace & water heaters touching roof decking.
- Hardie Plank 'End Joints'  that are not sealed.  (promotes water penetration)
- Unsealed Nails at roof ridge and roof flashings.  (can rust and cause leaks)
- Debris in overflow pans in attic.  (can cause ceiling and wall water damage)
- Missing Sealant or No Sealant  around penetrations through exterior walls.    (promotes water penetration, wood rot and mold 'especially with stucco siding')
- Exhaust Vents routed into soffits or under iunsulation.   (moisture, mold and rot)

I consider myself a Heating & Air Conditioning 'EXPERT'
(Have inspected numerous brand new  'half million dollar' custom homes where the HVAC design was a  'complete mess'.  My clients, in their 'beautiful' new homes would have spent 'years' trying to adjust thermostats and fight high utility bills. 

After one such inspection on a new custom $600,000 home in The Woodlands,  my clients letter to me started out with:   "Thank You,  Thank You,  Thank You..."

                               CLICK HERE: To see Actual Photos of
                          Errors and Issues in  'Brand NEW'  Homes

Protect your investment !!
Have an inspection on your New Home and I guarante
it will be worth your time, money and peace of mind.

CLICK HERE:  To read (HAR) article
"10-MISTAKES Home Buyers Make"

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     Have the 'builder' correct these flaws BEFORE you move in.

 That is when your 'leverage' is the GREATEST.

You have my PERSONAL GUARANTEE that your new home inspection will be 'worth the small price it costs'.  Why let your builder cut corners with the good money YOU are investing?  Make him fix it NOW, so YOU do not have to pay later......

HINT:  BEWARE of the  'fine print'  in your  'so called'  New Home Warranty.  Many  'pre-existing'  items (meaning 'broken before you moved in') may not be covered like you are be lead to believe.

Be Safe.    Get an Inspection.   Have the Builder  FIX IT NOW!

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I will verify that your new home is built properly, built to current code specs, and built safely.

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