New Construction Inspection in Southwest Florida
New does not always mean perfect. We provide pre-drywall, final and 11-month warranty inspections for new-construction homes across Southwest Florida, documenting visible defects, incomplete work and installation concerns before they become harder to correct.
Independent inspections at key stages of the build.
Builder quality-control checks and municipal code inspections serve important purposes, but they are not the same as an independent home inspection performed for the buyer. Our role is to look at the home from the client’s perspective and document visible defects, incomplete work and installation concerns at the stage when they can still be addressed.
Depending on where the home is in the construction process, we can inspect before drywall is installed, near completion before closing, or again before the builder’s warranty period ends.
Pre-drywall, final and 11-month warranty inspections.
Each stage gives us a different opportunity to document the home. Some conditions are easiest to see before drywall is installed, others become apparent only after the systems and finishes are complete, and some issues do not show up until the home has been occupied for several months.
Performed after major framing and rough mechanical, electrical and plumbing work are installed but before drywall covers the walls and ceilings. This gives us an opportunity to document visible framing, connections, penetrations, rough-ins and other conditions that will soon be concealed.
Performed when the home is substantially complete. We evaluate the accessible roof, exterior, interior, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, attic, appliances and other installed components for visible defects, incomplete work and operational concerns before closing.
Performed near the end of the builder’s first-year warranty period. This inspection documents visible defects or concerns that may have developed after months of normal use so you can provide the findings to the builder before the warranty period expires.
Common questions about new-construction home inspections.
Do I need a home inspection if the house is brand new?
Many buyers choose an independent inspection because new homes can still have incomplete work, damaged materials, installation defects or items missed during the construction process. The inspection gives you documentation focused on the condition of your specific home.
When should I schedule a pre-drywall inspection?
Schedule it after the major framing and rough electrical, plumbing and HVAC work are in place but before insulation and drywall conceal those areas. Your builder can usually tell you when the home is approaching that stage.
When should I schedule the final inspection?
The final inspection should be performed when construction is substantially complete and the major systems are installed and operational, ideally with enough time before closing for the builder to review the findings.
What is an 11-month warranty inspection?
An 11-month inspection is performed near the end of the builder’s typical first-year warranty period. It gives homeowners a chance to document visible defects or concerns that have appeared after living in the home before the warranty period expires.
Can you inspect new construction throughout Southwest Florida?
Yes. Eagle Eye provides new-construction inspections throughout Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Estero, Bonita Springs, Naples, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte and other communities across Lee, Collier and Charlotte counties. See our service areas page for more locations.
Can I add insurance inspections to the final inspection?
Yes. When appropriate, buyers can also schedule a wind mitigation inspection or 4-point inspection during the same general timeframe if those reports are needed for insurance.
Thorough inspections without the rushed experience.
We look beyond the finishes for visible installation issues, incomplete work and defects that are easy to miss.
We pay close attention to roofing, drainage, moisture, HVAC, wind-related construction and exterior details.
Photos and clear comments make it easier to communicate concerns to the builder.
Ready to schedule your new construction inspection?
Call Eagle Eye Home Inspection or book online anywhere across our Southwest Florida service area.