Dec 17, 2025 | Blog Tips, New Construction, Video Tips
Buying a new construction home? Here’s something many buyers (and even builders) overlook during a new build inspection. At an inspection this week, a tub repair technician was already on site, marking items for repair, which is great. But several visible defects were...
Sep 22, 2025 | Blog Tips, Community, Home Inspection, New Construction, Video Tips
During inspections, we’re seeing shortcuts on new builds that could cost homeowners big later: ⚠️ Starter shingles swapped for regular ones flipped upside down ⚠️ Missing underlayment (your home’s first defense against leaks) ⚠️ Gutters crushed during installation ⚠️...
May 30, 2025 | Homebuyers, Homeowners, New Construction, Real Estate
Buying a new construction home feels like it should be worry-free. After all, everything’s new—what could possibly go wrong? A lot, actually. While new homes come with the appeal of modern layouts and clean finishes, they’re not immune to problems. In fact, some of...
May 13, 2025 | Community, Healthy and Safe Home, Home Inspection, Homeowners, New Construction, Video Tips
That “new home smell” might be fresh, but what’s hiding above your ceiling could cost you. One issue we often catch on new builds? Large roof penetrations that aren’t adequately sealed, like vents, exhausts, or plumbing stacks with gaping holes around them. Why is...
Apr 28, 2025 | Community, Home Inspection, Homebuyers, New Construction
So, you’re buying a brand-new home! Congratulations! That fresh paint smell, the untouched appliances – it’s an exciting time. Many homebuyers assume that because everything is new, it must be perfect. After all, it just went through the builder’s...
Oct 24, 2024 | Blog Tips, Community, Home Inspection, New Construction, Video Tips
Good morning, everyone! It’s Pierre from Overview Property Inspection. Today, I’m conducting an inspection on a new build, and I want to take a moment to highlight some common issues we frequently encounter in new homes. These might seem minor at first glance, but if...
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