October 6, 2026
Do You Need a Pre-Drywall Inspection?
Once drywall goes up, framing, wiring and plumbing are hidden for good. Here is what a pre-drywall inspection checks and why it matters for new builds in Florida.
New-Construction Inspection and 11-Month Warranty Inspection
Conducted before the builder's typical one-year warranty expires, this inspection helps identify visible construction defects, workmanship concerns, and developing problems that homeowners may want to submit for warranty consideration.
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Starting at $325, up to 2,500 sq. ft.
What's included
- Pre-drywall phase inspection
- Final walk-through inspection
- 11-month warranty inspection
- Report formatted for your builder
New doesn't mean perfect
Builders work fast and subcontractors vary. We inspect at pre-drywall, final walk-through and before your 1-year builder warranty ends, so defects get fixed at the builder's cost.
New construction home inspection at every stage
City permit inspections and the builder's own staff check for code compliance, but they work for the jurisdiction and the builder, not for you. A new construction inspection gives you an independent set of eyes at the points where defects are easiest and cheapest to fix.
A pre-drywall inspection happens after framing, plumbing, electrical and HVAC rough-ins and before insulation and drywall cover them. A final inspection before your walk-through checks the finished home, from the roof and attic to every outlet, faucet and appliance, so you can give the builder a clear punch list. The 11th month warranty inspection comes shortly before your one-year builder warranty ends, catching settlement cracks, roof and window leaks, drainage problems and equipment issues that have appeared since you moved in.
Common new build home inspection findings
In South Florida new home inspections, we regularly find missing or loose roof tiles, incomplete attic insulation, disconnected ductwork, stucco cracks, window and door sealing gaps, reversed hot and cold supply lines and grading that slopes toward the house. None of these are unusual, and all are easier to get fixed while the builder is still responsible.
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New Construction — 11-Month Warranty Inspection: questions
All questionsWhat is a new construction inspection?
A new construction inspection is an independent inspection of a newly built home, at one or more stages of the build. It finds defects while the builder is still responsible for fixing them.
Do I need a home inspection on a brand-new house?
Yes. Builders work fast and rely on many subcontractors, and city inspections focus on minimum code, not workmanship. A new construction home inspection catches problems the builder can fix before you close.
What is an 11th month warranty inspection?
An 11th month warranty inspection is done shortly before your one-year builder warranty ends. It documents issues that have developed since move-in so you can report them in time for the builder to repair them at no cost to you.
What are the stages of a new build home inspection?
The main stages are pre-drywall, after the rough-ins and before walls are closed, and final, just before your walk-through. Many buyers add the 11-month warranty inspection as a third stage.
Will my builder allow an independent inspection?
Most builders allow it, but some contracts set rules for timing and access. Check your purchase agreement and let your builder know when the inspection is scheduled.
How much does a new construction inspection cost?
Cost depends on the size of the home and how many stages you book. See our pricing page for current rates on new home inspections.
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