What is the Importance of an 11 Month Warranty Inspection

You’ll never regret spending the money for an 11-month inspection.

“You’ll have peace of mind once the inspection is completed. Your home will be built according to code, and all systems will work as they should. You’ll need to give the builder a punch list if that is not the case. They can then begin the work to make the necessary repairs and replacements. This process ensures a thorough Warranty Inspection in Raleigh NC.

Why do you need an 11-Month Inspection for Home Warranty?

All warranties, including the building warranty of one year, will kick in once your home is occupied. Other major structural systems like the roof or foundation have longer warranties. However, the majority of features that you use every day are only covered for one year. Any repairs or replacements after that are the responsibility of the homeowner, even if the fault was the builder.

inspectors perform the 11-month inspection. Contrary what you may think, contractors and builders actually love them. Our inspectors would rather find issues, document them and then hand them over to repair them than risk a lawsuit if a homeowner finds out something wrong after the 14-month mark, when many legally binding builder warranties have expired.

While the building is still under warranty, contractors are eager to return and replace or repair items. Relationships with subcontractors and suppliers are also fresh. The longer you delay, the harder it will be to schedule warranty items, especially if your builder has retired, closed up shop, or moved onto another project.

The Most Common Issues During 11-Month Inspections

We recommend that anyone who is building or purchasing a new house schedules a home inspection before, or shortly after the home has been occupied. We will note the issues on the report if we find them. We understand that it can be a busy time and adding an extra item to your “to-do list” is not always possible.

Scheduling the 11-month home inspection allows us to detect any problems well before your builder’s warranty expires. These are the things that we will likely find during an inspection for a home warranty.

1. Grade, foundation, or drainage issues

The “good news” is that drainage and grading issues are covered for more than one year. The longer you wait, the greater the damage to your home. This includes underground erosion, flooding and damaging moisture.

These signs include:

• Water pooling around foundation or basement of home
• Exceeding erosion around the foundation
• What remains after a storm flooding and debris
• Cracks in concrete
• Uneven settlement of windows and Doors

We will let you know about any drainage or grading issues so that the problem can be fixed before the next storm.

2. Roof Installation Errors

Florida homes are especially vulnerable to high winds and heavy rainfall (often with rain that blows in the opposite direction! The installation of a roof is essential to protecting a home from storms.

We will inspect the roof as well as the attic to look for signs of errors in installation. These include:

• Ringers: Nails that penetrated the roof foundation and into the attic
• The wrong flashing installation
• Gutters and downspouts that are not properly secured
• Misaligned shingles or those that have been damaged/cracked
• Roof ventilation is not done properly
• Moisture control problems can be identified by their signs

You may also be able to get a lower rate of insurance if you provide your insurer with information about roof repairs and updates.

3. Random Electrical & Plumbing Issues

It can take a long time for electrical and plumbing issues to become apparent, especially when they occur inside walls or ceilings.

We will inspect your home’s electrical and plumbing systems to ensure that everything is functioning as it should. It is better to act sooner than later if you have major system problems. The longer you wait, the greater the chance of structural rot or electrical fires.