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New Construction Inspection

A New Construction Inspection helps ensure your newly built home meets quality, safety, and performance expectations before you move in. While new homes offer modern design and unused systems, construction defects, oversights, and installation issues can still occur, often hidden behind finished surfaces.

Our new construction inspection provides an independent, professional evaluation to help protect your investment, confirm safety, and give you confidence that your home was built properly.

exterior view of a newly constructed home
a home inspector in the attic of a new construction home looking at truss installation

Why a New Construction Inspection Is Important

A New Construction Inspection is not about questioning your builder, it’s about verifying the work. Even well-managed construction projects can experience errors due to human oversight, subcontractor issues, or material defects. Why Inspections Matter:

  • Identifying Construction Defects: Catch structural issues, installation errors, and workmanship problems early.
  • Ensuring Code Compliance: Verify that the home meets applicable building codes and standards.
  • Improving Safety: Identify hazards related to electrical, gas, or structural components.
  • Protecting Your Investment: Ensure your home’s value is not compromised by hidden defects.
  • Negotiation Support: Document issues that may need correction before closing.

Common Myths and Truths

Many buyers assume inspections aren’t necessary for new homes, but these common misconceptions often lead to costly surprises later.

“New homes don’t have problems.” Every build involves many people and processes, and mistakes can happen at any stage.

“Municipal inspections are enough.” City or county inspections focus on minimum code requirements and may not catch quality-related issues.

“Warranties make inspections unnecessary.” Warranties can be limited and difficult to enforce; identifying issues early helps avoid future disputes.

“Reputable builders don’t make mistakes.” Even experienced builders rely on multiple subcontractors. An inspection provides an extra layer of protection.

“Home inspections are too expensive.” Compared to the cost of repairs or safety risks, a new construction inspection is a small investment with significant value.

home inspector testing a garage door's safety features with his foot

Why New Construction Inspections Matter

Watch this short video to learn why a New Construction Inspection is an essential step in protecting your home, even when everything appears brand new.

A professional New Construction Inspection provides reassurance that your home is safe, compliant, and built as intended. Knowing that a qualified inspector has evaluated the property allows you to move forward with confidence without wondering what might be hidden behind the walls. You can get true peace of mind for you and your family before moving into the home.

David Johnson
Founder / Managing Partner
Headshot of founder and managing partner David Johnson

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some common questions about the inspection process.

Do new homes really need an inspection?

Yes. Even new homes can have construction defects, installation errors, or safety issues that are not obvious during a walkthrough.

Can an inspection help with builder repairs?

Yes. If issues are identified, the inspection report can be used to request corrections before closing or final acceptance.

Is a municipal inspection the same thing?

No. Municipal inspections focus on code compliance, while a new construction inspection evaluates overall quality, workmanship, and potential defects.

Is a new construction inspection worth the cost?

Absolutely. The cost of an inspection is minimal compared to potential repair expenses and safety concerns it may uncover.

Jayne Helms
Hunter Griggs is an excellent home inspector! His attention to detail when he inspected our new construction home was amazing. I highly recommend Hunter for anyone who needs a great home inspector!
Akilah Lunsford
Jessica was so patient and accommodating. Hunter was swift accurate and very Pleasant. 10 out of 10 experience and I would definitely recommend
David Smith
Hunter was very thorough and knowledgeable, listened to what we are looking for and provided a detailed inspection.
Rita
Throughout the entire process, AHI showed exceptional customer service and expertise. I would consider them the best inspection company for competitive pricing, service and knowledge. Prior to the inspection, I called in multiple times to ask questions regarding the inspection process, since my being a first time buyer. Jessica was extremly helpful and knowledgable. David, the owner was excellent in answering all my questions as well via email. Hunter did the inspection and did an amazing job. He found things that were necessary to be repaired. The report came back in a timely manner. Hunter was patient in answering my questions to ensure I understood everything on the report. I will for sure be using AHI again and would recommend them to any family or friend. Thank you so much AHI team!!
Tanja Anderson
Hunter's service was outstanding. He addressed all my questions thoroughly and provided clear explanations.
James Dulick
Hunter did an outstanding job. Uncovered a number of hidden issues. Fine young man I would recommend without hesitation.
Russ Stevens
Hunter did a very thorough job on the inspection and put it all together is a complete list for the contractor.
Helen Mason
I highly recommend David Johnson and AHI Inspections. He is very thorough and the reports are very detailed with pictures showing all details needed to understand any issues. David is very personable and freely shares his deep knowledge of structures and structural dynamics. He encourages questions and discussion on the issues he sees. When it comes to a home inspection, this is the kind of service you need!
Logan Schmidt
Can't say enough good things about Jessica and Hunter at AHI. Jessica handled the booking process and answered all my questions promptly and thoroughly. She was a fantastic first contact and remained incredibly helpful throughout the rest of the process.

Hunter was an outstanding inspector. He didn't balk at having me present during the inspection (in fact, he encouraged it), welcomed questions, gave explanations that were scaffolded to be both easy to understand and still detailed and comprehensive. He took his time on the property and explored every inch. I still don't know how he managed to fit into certain places in the attic and crawlspace, but he did, and thank goodness he did, because he saved us from a $500k mistake. He took lots of photos and notes and his report was easy to understand. Can't wait to use him again when we make another offer on a home. My realtor also mentioned that he's her new "go to" guy for when clients ask for recommendations.
Joseph Rusher
Hunter is extremely knowledgeable and AHI is the go-to for home inspections
Tami Radecke
During our due diligence period, we had a home inspection of the house. Hunter was terrific! He was very thorough and respectful of the seller’s home. He asked us if there were any specific concerns, which he addressed. The report was sent in a timely manner. We were very pleased!
m steinmetz
very courteous and knowledgeable did a great job inspecting writing the report and explaining everything, giving tons of time the the client! would definitely recommend and use again!
JACKIE SANTOS
Had a great experience with Hunter. So glad we hired them to do our inspection. Usually you would think new construction homes will not need one. But we are so glad we did. There was a long list of repairs items and we were able to go back to the builder and have them fix it. Communication and expertise was key and Hunter exuded that above and beyond. 1000% recommend them!! Thank you again Hunter and team.
R G
Hunter was on time, professional, very communicative and incredibly thorough. We are very pleased and HIGHLY recommend Hunter for your home inspection. He is very knowledgeable and has a quick turnaround. The report was very well written and detailed! THANK YOU Hunter!
Cozmin
I would recommend AHI to everyone. Hunter was very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. He walked us through his findings like we were old friends and explained what everything meant, he didn’t hesitate to report anything he found and he was persistent that his findings would get addressed.
Monica Poole - Monica Poole Realty
Hunter was on time , professional and my clients felt there home inspection was very informative
ptzlnfw
Great experience. Showed up on time, engaging, professional in every aspect. Highly recommend.
Yalonda Hines
Hunter was very knowledgeable and thorough.
Pattie Benfield
Hunter is always very efficient and diligent in his work. He does a fantastic job inspecting and explaining things that he finds whether minor or major. This makes it easy with my clients and peace of mind that the inspection on their new place was done properly and with care.
Ashley Simmons
We had the pleasure of working with Hunter for both our pre-drywall and move-in inspections, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. Hunter was professional, thorough, and extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to explain everything in detail and made sure we felt confident and informed throughout the process. His eye for detail gave us peace of mind, knowing that nothing was overlooked. We truly appreciate his patience, clear communication, and dedication to doing a quality job. We would highly recommend Hunter to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy inspector!
Margaret Antosek
Hunter did a thorough inspection of our home and was patient and detailed in explaining the report to us. Highly recommended!
Katie Doig
Hunter and the team at AHI have been my go-to for many years. Not only are they incredibly detailed and efficient, but they do not hesitate to go over and above. I have had many clients reach out to ask more in-depth questions and they always assist. I have had other agents get MAD at just how detailed the reports are—that speaks volumes. I would recommend them to anyone that wants true value and care. They always give 110% to my clients and it does not go unnoticed.
Selling Florida
This is my third property inspection with AHI and Hunter Griggs and they are both excellent! AHI and Hunter Griggs were recommended to me by my Realtor and I have used AHI & Hunter ever since. I live out of State and it's reassuring to know that Hunter and AHI have my back. Thank you AHI and Hunter for your thorough inspections. You guys found issues that I would not have known about.
Albert Primavera
AHI did a fantastic job on our new home inspection. They were extremely honest, thorough in all aspects, and very quick turn around. You will be glad you used them!
Courtney Bullard
Great experience. Hunter was prompt and professional. He did a very thorough inspection and delivered the report timely! I’m very appreciative of his work.

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