New Construction Inspections in
New Braunfels, TX
Inspections at Key Stages of Construction
A new home is built quickly by a long list of trades, and each one hands the house to the next. Once the slab is poured and the walls are closed, a lot of what went into the house can no longer be seen. Inspecting at key stages of the build lets problems be found and fixed while it is still easy to do so.
Talk to us early about your build schedule and contract, and we will plan the visits around the stages that matter most for your house. Each visit gets a detailed digital report with clear photos and easy-to-understand comments, typically within 24 hours, that you can pass straight to your builder.
Ground conditions around New Braunfels vary from rocky Hill Country slopes to clay that swells and shrinks with the seasons, so foundations, grading and drainage get close attention on every new home.
11-Month Warranty Inspections
Most builders cover workmanship for the first year. An 11-month warranty inspection finds what has changed since you moved in, so you can report it before the warranty expires.
Settlement and Cracks
Clay soils move with wet and dry seasons. In the first year that can show up as cracks in brick, drywall and the slab, and doors that start to stick.
Grading and Drainage
Backfill around a new foundation settles. We look at whether the yard still sends water away from the slab, and at gutters and downspouts.
Air Conditioning
A first Texas summer is a real test. We check the installed equipment, accessible ductwork and thermostats, and how the system performs when conditions permit.
Roof and Attic
Shingles, flashing and vents after a year of sun and storms, plus attic insulation and ventilation.
Hidden Moisture
Thermal imaging is included at no extra cost and helps spot moisture and missing insulation the eye can miss.
Sewer Line
Add a sewer scope for a video look at the mainline from an accessible cleanout to the street, which a standard inspection does not cover.
Read more about the 11-month warranty inspection in New Braunfels, inspecting a new build in Comal County and foundation problems in Central Texas, or see all inspection services.
New Construction Inspection Questions
- Why inspect a brand-new home?
- New homes can still have defects. City inspections check minimum code requirements at set points in the build; they are not a review of the workmanship in your particular house. An independent inspection is done for you, not for the builder.
- When should I schedule the 11-month warranty inspection?
- Book it a few weeks before your home's first anniversary, so there is time to send the report to your builder before the one-year warranty runs out.
- What standards does the inspection follow?
- Every residential inspection follows the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Standards of Practice and is performed by Kevin Cearley, TREC Licensed Professional Inspector #24687 and InterNACHI Certified.
- Which areas do you cover?
- New Braunfels, San Antonio, San Marcos, Schertz, Converse and the surrounding areas. Call 737-414-2364 if you are not sure whether your address is in range.
Buying in San Antonio or San Marcos? See our San Antonio and San Marcos pages.
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