Even new homes need inspections! As a home inspector, I recently purchased a new home. In order maintain a cordial relationship with the builder, I hired my own home inspector, rather than doing the inspection myself. I didn’t want the builder to think I was nit-picking, or trying to get something that everyone else wouldn’t want fixed also.
Among the things my inspector found were a window that would not open, doors that did not close, a faucet that didn’t work, and a leak in the roof, among other things.
The builder was not aware of these items, as he relies on his sub-contractors to ensure everything is perfect. The builders supervisor took the list of items in need of correction, and immediately went to work on them.
Most all builders that we’ve dealt with are very receptive to 3rd party inspections are happy to work to ensure the home buyers are satisfied.
Today, we inspected a new home in western Johnson County. It was a beautiful home but not without a few items that needed attention. To give you an idea of typical new construction defects, we found these (among over 20 other issues (not listed here):
A drain pipe was leaking in the basement.
A bathroom drain vent terminated inside the basement (phew!)
The kitchen oven did not work.
The kitchen dishwasher did not work.
The stones on top of a retaining wall were not secured and could have hurt someone.
A sink did not have water supply lines connected to the faucet.
A window with no flashing installed below the window.
Any of these items would have become an inconvenience to the new home owner upon moving in.
We’re happy to help clients purchase new homes and make sure the transition is a enjoyable as possible!
We are big fans of the Crown Home Inspections! We know that when our clients choose to use them, their report will be thorough and explained in a digestible manner. Something that makes Crown extra special is that they take the time to… More print off a copy of their report on site. This helps us to ensure our clients are hearing all the intricate details in person during the summary so they don’t come up later when they review on their own, without the inspectors explanation. On top of this, they are prompt, professional, friendly and orchestrate additional inspections to help everything run smoothly. Highly recommend!
Crown is my go-to for all home inspections. Their inspectors are very knowledgeable and courteous to my clients. they are never doom and gloom and can explain all house concerns in detail. They take the time to make sure the clients are… More comfortable with the results. Great job guys!!!
Our inspection process with Crown Home Inspections was flawless. I am so grateful for Travis and his calm and professional demeanor. Our inspection came back horrible, but save us from buying a home that needed 50K worth of work. He was… More so thorough, but also very thoughtful on how he presented it to us. Definitely would recommend them!
Travis provided an exceptional service while inspecting the home I recently purchased. He was thorough, timely and knowledgeable as he reviewed all accessible areas of the home inside and out. Travis presented his inspection results in… More an easy to follow and understandable way while suggesting I first prioritize the needed repairs related to safety. He answered my questions and walked me through the explanations with pictures and/or at the area in question. The hard copy and electronic reports will come in handy as I address the needed repairs. Travis was confident, well spoken and relatable, making it comfortable for me to interact with and rely on him.
John did an excellent job with the inspection of my new home! He was very professional and personable. He was very thorough and did a great job of explaining everything to me once the inspection was complete. They were prompt in scheduling… More and were able to arrange additional inspections for me at the last minute. I would recommend Crown for anyone looking to have their home inspected!
With Crown Home Inspections, you can have peace of mind knowing that your property is in capable hands. Whether you’re a homeowner, real estate agent, or investor, we’re here to assist you every step of the way.
We are big fans of the Crown Home Inspections! We know that when our clients choose to use them, their report will be thorough and explained in a digestible manner. Something that makes Crown extra special is that they take the time to … More print off a copy of their report on site. This helps us to ensure our clients are hearing all the intricate details in person during the summary so they don’t come up later when they review on their own, without the inspectors explanation. On top of this, they are prompt, professional, friendly and orchestrate additional inspections to help everything run smoothly. Highly recommend!
