1-Year Warranty Inspection
Building a new home is an exciting milestone! It’s more than just a structure—it’s the realization of your dream space, tailored to your needs. But before you settle in, there’s one crucial step you can’t afford to skip: the 1-Year Warranty Inspection punch list.
The 1-Year Warranty Inspection (sometimes called an 11-Month Inspection) is a quality control checklist that ensures your new home is flawless and ready for move-in. Schedule around the 11th month mark in your home, right before the builder’s 1-year warranty expires, this inspection provides a detailed inspection that identifies defects, incomplete work, or areas needing improvement in newly built homes. It’s essential for ensuring no detail is overlooked.
Areas We Focus On
Major Systems
Structural Issues
Peace of Mind
Catching the “Oops” Moments Before the Builder’s Warranty Expires
Home construction is a complex process, and even experienced contractors can occasionally make mistakes. A punch list identifies issues noticed during that first year before they become larger problems. Addressing these now ensures you are not paying for them later.
Ensuring Major Systems Are in Top Shape
The plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems are the backbone of your home’s functionality. A punch list inspection ensures:
- Electrical outlets are wired correctly.
- Plumbing systems are leak-free.
- The HVAC system operates efficiently.
Identifying any malfunctions early prevents costly repairs or inconveniences down the line.
Peace of Mind Before You Move In
You’ve invested time, effort, and money into your new home, and you deserve to feel confident in its quality. The punch list gives you the reassurance that every system and detail has been checked and verified.
Conclusion: Don’t Skip the Punch List—It’s the Final Step to a Perfect Home
A punch list isn’t just a formality; it’s your last opportunity to ensure your new home is exactly as it should be. Addressing lingering issues within the first year saves time, money, and stress later.
Building Process Inspection Phases
This phase is completed after the framing is installed along with the rough-in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. The pre-drywall phase allows us to discover potential issues before they are “hidden” behind the drywall.
Final Phase
This phase is usually performed prior to the final walkthrough, and is similar to a comprehensive residential home inspection. We inspect the home in its entirety and test the major systems including the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC to ensure they work properly.
Issues can develop in a home at any point in time, and many builders offer a 1-2 year warranty that covers specific items. With a warranty inspection we will come out around month 10 or 11 and complete a full comprehensive inspection. If we find any defects you can ask the builder to address them before the warranty expires.
SAME-DAY DETAILED REPORTS
SWF’s detailed inspections and reports sets us apart as the leading home inspection company in the Southwest area. Not only does our team provide unparalleled inspections, we email you an easy-to-navigate report the very same day!
WHY CHOOSE SWF?
Whether you’re buying or selling a home or examining one you already own, the certified home inspectors of SWF Home Inspections have the expertise and tools to get the information you need. All of our inspectors utilize the latest technologies like thermal cameras, and as a company, we offer guarantees for Same or Next-Day Inspections, Same-Day Reports, and 200% Satisfaction.
Tens of thousands of home inspections completed each year
We provide unparalleled communication and service before, during, and after the inspection
All Inspection Reports come with a detailed analysis of the home and digital photos of areas of concern
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