Even new homes need inspections! As a home inspector, I recently purchased a new home. In order maintain a cordial relationship with the builder, I hired my own home inspector, rather than doing the inspection myself. I didn’t want the builder to think I was nit-picking, or trying to get something that everyone else wouldn’t want fixed also.
Among the things my inspector found were a window that would not open, doors that did not close, a faucet that didn’t work, and a leak in the roof, among other things.
The builder was not aware of these items, as he relies on his sub-contractors to ensure everything is perfect. The builders supervisor took the list of items in need of correction, and immediately went to work on them.
Most all builders that we’ve dealt with are very receptive to 3rd party inspections are happy to work to ensure the home buyers are satisfied.
Today, we inspected a new home in western Johnson County. It was a beautiful home but not without a few items that needed attention. To give you an idea of typical new construction defects, we found these (among over 20 other issues (not listed here):
- A drain pipe was leaking in the basement.
- A bathroom drain vent terminated inside the basement (phew!)
- The kitchen oven did not work.
- The kitchen dishwasher did not work.
- The stones on top of a retaining wall were not secured and could have hurt someone.
- A sink did not have water supply lines connected to the faucet.
- A window with no flashing installed below the window.
Any of these items would have become an inconvenience to the new home owner upon moving in.
We’re happy to help clients purchase new homes and make sure the transition is a enjoyable as possible!
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- We are purchasing a new home and wanted a professional inspection prior to closing. We chose Crown because they did the inspection on the home we sold and did an excellent job for the new owner. The inspector provided an explanation to … More us of anything that may need attention and sent the recommendations with pictures very quickly. We highly recommend Crown Home Inspections.
- Travis conducted a home inspection for my buyer client in Lee’s Summit and I am very pleased. This was my first time hiring Crown Home Inspections. He was professional, courteous, and personable despite it was over 104 degrees outside on … More a Friday afternoon! The inspection was thorough and he communicated with me throughout the process. Since my client was in CA, he zoomed with her at the end to provide a summary and answer her questions. The report gave both the client and myself a great understanding of the home. I will hire Crown again to conduct my inspections.
- John was very nice and very informative and answer all my questions adequately to the best of his abilities. Would 100% recommend him and Crown home inspections!
- As a first time homebuyer, inspection was the step I was most concerned about. Travis at Crown Inspections was extremely competent, thorough, and helpful. Crown is playing a huge role in giving me peace of mind going into this first purchase! … More
- The team at Crown Home Inspections was Amazing.
The team arrived early, explained the entire process, and answered all of my client’s questions and made them feel at ease,
Will definitely be using them for all of my future deals!
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