Roseville MN · Property TypeNew Construction Home Inspection
New construction homes need inspection at three checkpoints: pre-pour foundation, pre-drywall framing/MEP, and 11-month warranty. Builder commissioning defects are universal regardless of builder reputation.
What makes this property type different to inspect?
New construction homes (built within the last 12 months) carry full builder warranty on labor and materials. The 11-month warranty inspection is the most cost-effective inspection on a new home — it identifies builder-warranty defects while the warranty is still active.
Three-checkpoint inspection plan for new construction:
Checkpoint 1 — Pre-Pour Foundation: - Verify footing depth (42 inches in MN frost line) - Verify rebar placement and tying - Verify formwork dimensions - Verify drainage provisions at footing - Verify any planned utility penetrations
Checkpoint 2 — Pre-Drywall (Framing + MEP): - Framing inspection (member sizes, blocking, fire-blocks) - Electrical rough-in (box heights, wire support, grounding) - Plumbing rough-in (vent sizing, slope, support) - HVAC rough-in (duct support, sealing) - Insulation installation quality - Vapor barrier integrity
Checkpoint 3 — 11-Month Warranty Inspection: - All systems function-tested after one full Minnesota winter - Builder defects identified while warranty-eligible - HVAC commissioning verification - Envelope integrity check - Cosmetic items (drywall pop, paint, caulk)
Why universally needed: Every new construction home we've inspected has at least 10-15 builder-warranty defects at the 11-month mark. The most thorough builders we've worked with still have 5-10 items. The defects are universal — commissioning errors, missing kickout flashing, undersized condensate lines, HVAC static pressure issues, incomplete air-sealing.
Typical 11-month warranty inspection scope: - 3-4 hours on site - 70-100 page report - Builder-ready punch list with photos and locations - Thermal scan of envelope
Which defects do we look for most often on this property type?
How do I schedule an inspection on this property type?
Call (651) 666-5602 or use the free instant quote calculator. Same-week scheduling, same-week digital report.
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