An 11th-month warranty inspection can help you identify any issues or defects before the builder’s warranty expires, potentially saving you from costly repairs down the road.
Most builders offer a one-year warranty on a new home. We perform a full home inspection before the builder’s warranty expires. Just because your home is new, doesn’t necessarily mean it is defect-free. At your 11-month mark, take advantage of your last chance to take advantage of your warranty!
The Risk of Skipping This Inspection
We know it is tempting to skip this inspection, after all, this is a new home and what could possibly be wrong with it? The risk of not having this inspection can cost you a lot of money later. For example, if a pipe fails under your home and you didn’t know it was happening, you might later be dealing with a flooded basement; an issue that could have been prevented.
If something is found in the inspection, the best part, it is likely covered by a warranty. This means you won’t be paying out of pocket for repairs or replacements.
Added Benefits of an 11th-Month Warranty Inspection
You already know now, that you could save money later by getting this kind of inspection before the deadline hits. This gives you a chance to ask more questions about your home, and learn about how to make it function even better. Inspectors possess a wealth of knowledge about home builds and are eager to share their tips and recommendations to maintain your home.
The 11-month inspection will give you peace of mind that you are doing your due diligence in the care and safety of the home for your entire family. This appointment only takes a few hours, and you’ll get a full written report about all the components of your home. This is a great resource later in the event something goes wrong years from now.
