11-Month Warranty Inspections
Before your builder’s 1-year warranty expires, let’s document issues while they’re still covered. Clear findings, photos, and next steps—so you don’t pay for defects later.
Why It Matters at 11 Months
Most builders provide a 1-year workmanship/materials warranty. Around month 11 is your best window to catch items that surfaced through a full cycle of seasons—before that warranty clock runs out.
- Shifts & Settling: Seasonal movement reveals cracks, sealant failures, and misalignments.
- Systems Under Load: HVAC, electrical, and plumbing are tested by real use; problems often appear within the first year.
- Builder Coverage: A standards-driven report gives your builder a clear punch list to fix under warranty.
- Peace of Mind: Know what’s urgent, cosmetic, or long-term—presented clearly with photos.
What We Check
- Structure & Exterior: Foundations, grading, siding/veneer, flashings, doors, and windows.
- Roof & Attic: Coverings, penetrations, ventilation, insulation depth, accessible framing.
- Electrical: Panels, outlets, GFCI/AFCI, bonding, grounding.
- HVAC: Equipment, thermostat, temperature splits, condensate handling.
- Plumbing: Visible lines, fixtures, heaters, venting.
- Interior: Walls, ceilings, floors, stairs, doors, windows, appliances.
Inspected per Texas Real Estate Commission standards.
Why Get the Builder to Cover It?
- Warranty leverage: A detailed report sets clear expectations for repairs.
- Cost avoidance: Catching issues early prevents expensive post-warranty fixes.
- Documentation: Photos and notes streamline the builder’s warranty process.
- Resale confidence: A documented repair history boosts buyer trust later.
Your Report & Follow-Up
- Delivery: All reports are usually delivered within 24 hours.
- Report Communication: Your report will be formatted similarly to the warranty guide from your builder. We have found this helps you and your builder be on the same page (literally).
- Consultation: We offer all our clients a complimentary post-inspection consultation.
- Education: Our goal is to help you find areas that your builder should cover but also leave you feeling like a more educated homeowner.
FAQs
- When should I schedule? Between months 10 and 11.
- Do I need to be there? Optional—join for the summary at the end.
- Report timing? Typically within 24 hours.
- How does the consultation work? It happens over an online meeting space (Teams) and is set up at your convenience.
Book Your 11-Month Warranty Inspection
Use your warranty window before it closes—schedule today.