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New Construction Written by Chris Lowe, MCI |
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Should New Construction be Inspected?
Yes, because there are many defects we often find in new construction.
Here are some examples:
Improper
The roof gutter downspouts drain rainwater into the front planters. Rainwater should not pond near the home's foundation or exterior siding
Rainwater from the roof rain gutter will discharge onto the air conditioner coolant line – correction is needed
A bathroom vent is blocked with insulation
A flood-control pipe in the soil that has been disconnected/cut at this swimming pool
Uneven steps in a staircase
There are loose pipes in the wall. There is a pipe noise when this faucet is shut off, because the pipes move in the wall. This can sometimes be corrected with a "shock arrester", or sometimes requires better securing of pipes in the wall
This is an older water main/meter with newer construction. The water meter will likely need to be upgraded to handle higher plumbing volume, and is likely undersized
Improper Installation
LEAK CONCERN: Slipped/loose roof tiles. Even on new installations, this is sometimes found
Safety Concerns/Hazards
The home's exterior balcony has a 5 inch gap on the sides and a large gap at the bottom as well. This is wider than acceptable.
The kitchen oven is loose and not secured in its cabinet – it can fall (this is a perfect example of the type of overlooked items we find in newer construction)
There was a plumbing leak inside a wall was discovered early due to moisture stains at the base of the stucco. When the plumber opened this wall, per the inspector's recommendation, he found a disconnected drain line
Thank you, and as always, protect your investment and ensure the safety of your family. Chris Lowe |
In an actual home inspection,
Every newer home we have
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