Home Inspections

We're buying a new house.
Do we still need a Home Inspection?

Absolutely YES! No house is perfect. Mistakes are made during construction. There will be errors and oversights not caught by the contractor, his employees, or the building inspector. Contractors may have some type of quality control. However, this may consist only of a single review at the final phase of construction. And, this takes place after the structural, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems have been enclosed by wall and ceiling coverings. City and county building inspectors are required to verify that buildings meet minimum code requirements and they are often rushed to meet a busy schedule, which can lead to construction errors and omissions going unnoticed.

Who's On YOUR Side?
An inspection on a new home is important for the buyer to level the playing field. As in any job, there are shortcuts and tricks of the trade that someone who is unfamiliar with them can easily miss. A home inspector is better able to see nuances that may not be readily visible to an untrained eye. You also need an inspector to offset the builder's or contractor's interest. There is actually quite a lot of information about a home that most people either take for granted or simply don't know.

We'll have the builder's warranty.
Won't that cover any problems?

Probably, if the builder/developer is still in business when you try to make a claim. Warranty service depends upon the business practices of the individual contractor or developer. There are many respectable building contractors who strive to maintain good customer relations and respond to warranty questions in a timely fashion. However, warranty claims may be subject to dispute and warranties typically do not cover the loss of personal property or the inconvenience that you and your family could suffer.

Builder's 1-Year Warranty Inspection
Did you miss a professional inspection before your walk-through inspection? Is your one-year builder's warranty period almost up? Call or email Virginia Inspection Service Today! VAIS can help you identify possible warranty problems before you're left on your own.