Did you know that even new homes that are currently being built are not exempt from constructional or internal issues?
- 79% of the homes inspected have missing or insufficient insulation.
- 67% have cabinetry issues.
- 73% have improper paint issues.
- 42% fail the air conditioner differential test.
- 85% (with “Jacuzzi” tubs installed) have improperly supported tubs.
- 63% of the homes have exterior sealing / finishing issues.
- 54% of the homes have improperly sealed doors and windows.
- 36% of the homes (with Low-E windows) have reversed Low-E windows.
New Home/1 Year Warranty Inspections .
This type of inspection uses the Advanced Scope Inspection as a basis, but also includes a review of the workmanship and craftsmanship of the elements of the home. A Performance Standards Review, or PSR, inspection is the only type of inspection we perform on new construction homes that have never been lived in and are being conveyed to the first homeowner by the builder. PSR inspections are also used to review homes where the one-year warranty with the builder is set to expire. The workmanship and craftsmanship provided by the builder is assessed against the minimum standards required to be provided as delineated by the Nevada State Contractors Board.
If you are purchasing a new construction home from a builder, do not make the mistake of believing that because the home was reviewed by the municipal inspectors that it will be defect-free. Municipal inspectors are code inspectors and do not review the home for compliance to minimum acceptable levels of quality, workmanship, and craftsmanship. In our PSR inspection, we do. If you wish to reduce or eliminate the amount of blue painter’s tape all over the interior and exterior of your home after your orientation walk with the builder’s customer service representative then have us come in and have us perform our PSR inspection.