11-Month Warranty Inspections
Document Issues Before Your Builder Warranty Ends
An inspection near the end of the first year documents visible conditions you can report to the builder.
Many builders offer a one-year warranty on a new home. An 11-month warranty inspection is a home inspection performed shortly before that warranty ends, so conditions that have appeared since closing can be documented and reported. Warranty terms vary by builder, so read your warranty to see what it covers and how and when to submit a claim.
Centsable Inspections INC's inspection team includes Timothy Thrasher and Neal Thrasher, both CCMI-certified inspectors serving Central and North Alabama. Your inspection will be performed by a qualified member of the Centsable team.
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Who This Is For
- •Owners of homes less than a year old
- •Owners who want a written list to give the builder before the warranty period ends
What Is Not Included
- •Municipal code-enforcement review
- •Engineering evaluation or structural certification
- •Concealed, inaccessible or underground components
- •Guarantees of future performance or repair costs
What Is Included
Roof and Exterior
Visible roof coverings, siding, trim, sealants and drainage.
Interior Finishes
Visible cracking, settling, nail pops, finishes and doors and windows.
Plumbing and Electrical
Visible leaks, operation of accessible fixtures, outlets and equipment.
Heating and Cooling
Operation of accessible equipment.
Grading and Drainage
Visible settlement or drainage concerns around the home.
Written Report with Photos
Findings you can give to the builder.
Use the Warranty Period
Conditions that are not reported before a warranty expires may no longer be covered, depending on the warranty. We cannot tell you what your warranty covers or guarantee that a builder will accept a claim. Our report documents what was visible and accessible on the day of inspection.
What to Expect
Schedule Around Month 10 or 11
Call or text 205-260-9997 to schedule with time to submit your claim before the warranty ends.
Inspection
A qualified member of the Centsable inspection team evaluates the visible and accessible systems and components.
Report
You receive a written report with photos.
Submit to the Builder
Follow your warranty's claim procedure and deadlines.
Standards and Limits
Residential inspections follow the applicable residential inspection standard. The inspection documents visible and accessible conditions and is not municipal code enforcement, an engineering evaluation, or a guarantee of future performance.
Last reviewed by Timothy Thrasher, CCMI, Centsable Inspections INC.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I schedule it?
A month or two before your warranty ends, so you have time to submit a claim. Check your warranty for exact dates.
Will the builder have to fix what you find?
That depends on the terms of your warranty and the builder. We document conditions; we do not decide coverage.
What if my warranty is longer or shorter than a year?
Schedule the inspection before whatever deadline your warranty sets.
Is this different from a regular home inspection?
The process is the same. The timing and purpose are different.
What areas do you serve?
Centsable Inspections INC serves Central and North Alabama. Call or text 205-260-9997 to confirm coverage.
More answers on our FAQ page.
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