Why You Should Order an 11th-Month Warranty Inspection

When you build a new house, you choose the layout, materials, and style of the property. You invest a lot of time, energy, and money into building your dream home. Most builders offer a year-long warranty on new construction homes. Take advantage of this fact and request an 11th-month warranty inspection. Order it before the warranty expires so you can file a claim, if needed, within the warranty period.

Don’t Miss the Deadline for Ordering an 11th-Month Warranty Inspection

With a builder’s one-year warranty, you essentially have 12 months during which the builder is responsible for problems resulting from poor workmanship or defective materials. If there’s an obvious sign that something is damaged, take care of it immediately by notifying the builder.

Whether you’ve already fixed some issues or haven’t noticed anything awry, order the 11th-month inspection before the warranty expires. Hiring a professional home inspector will uncover defects that aren’t readily apparent. Find the problems now, because the responsibility for repairs shifts to the homeowner after the first year.

Spend Now to Save Later

Building a home is a lifelong investment. Spending a few hundred dollars for an inspection is a small price to pay for the amount of money you could save in the long-term. If your dream home has problems after the builder’s warranty expires, the costs will be your responsibility. The total expense of these repairs could easily exceed the cost of an inspection.

Homeowners who order a warranty inspection might save thousands if the inspector discovers defects related to the original build. If problems are found before the expiration of the warranty, the builder will be responsible for repairs. Even if the inspection doesn’t find issues, you’re left with peace of mind that your home is well-constructed and safe.

Protect Your Investment for the Future

You might plan to live out the rest of your life in this home, or you may be hoping to sell the property after your children are grown. No matter what your plans are, you can prepare your investment for its future sale. Don’t forgo an inspection now only to have a future buyer’s inspection discover defects that date back to the construction. Order an 11th-month inspection to understand the true condition of your home.

HomeShield Inspections provides home inspection services, including warranty inspections, to Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast. Contact us to request an appointment.