New-Construction Phase Inspections
Inspections at Key Stages of a New Build
Phase inspections document conditions while key components are still visible and accessible.
A new home can still have defects, and some are easier to see before walls are closed. Phase inspections are performed at agreed stages of construction, commonly before the drywall is installed and again before closing. Each phase documents the visible and accessible conditions at that point so you can raise concerns with the builder while they can still be addressed.
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.
Serving Central and North Alabama. Customers are served at the property being inspected. About our team and credentials.
Who This Is For
- •Buyers having a home built
- •Buyers purchasing a newly completed home who want an independent inspection
- •Agents representing new-construction buyers
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
Pre-Drywall Phase
Visible framing, roof and wall sheathing, and accessible rough-in work for electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems where exposed.
Pre-Closing / Final Phase
Visible condition of finished systems and components, operation of accessible equipment and appliances, and exterior grading and drainage.
Exterior and Drainage
Visible siding, flashing, roof coverings, grading and water management.
Attic and Insulation
Visible insulation and ventilation where accessible.
Written Reports with Photos
Each phase is documented so you can give the builder a clear list of concerns.
Raise Issues While They Are Easier to Fix
Raising a concern before closing, or before walls are closed, is often easier than after. Phase inspections do not supervise the builder or replace municipal inspections, and they cannot see concealed components. Which stages to inspect is agreed with you in advance.
What to Expect
Choose the Phases
Tell us the builder, the address and your schedule. We agree on which stages to inspect.
Phase Inspection
A qualified member of the Centsable inspection team evaluates what is visible and accessible at that stage.
Report
You receive a written report with photos for each phase.
Share with the Builder
Give the report to the builder so items can be reviewed or corrected before closing.
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
Don't new homes get inspected by the city already?
Municipal inspections serve a different purpose than an independent inspection for the buyer. A buyer's inspection documents visible conditions for your benefit.
When should the phase inspections happen?
Commonly before drywall and before closing, but the stages are agreed for each build.
Can you inspect a home that is already finished?
Yes. A pre-closing inspection of a completed new home is a common service.
Will the builder fix what you find?
That depends on the builder and your contract. A documented list gives you something specific to raise.
What areas do you serve?
Centsable Inspections INC serves Central and North Alabama. Call or text 205-260-9997 to confirm coverage for your lot.
More answers on our FAQ page.
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