Why New Construction Homes Still Need Inspection

Many buyers assume a new construction home is defect-free because it passed city inspections. However, city inspectors and private home inspectors serve very different roles. A city inspector verifies that the home meets minimum building code requirements, often during brief, limited visits. They do not evaluate overall workmanship or act on behalf of the buyer.

A private new construction inspection is far more detailed and is performed specifically to protect your investment. An independent inspector evaluates the home’s condition, installation quality, and potential future concerns—not just whether it meets minimum code.

What a Private HOME Inspector Looks For

A professional new home inspection commonly identifies issues such as:

  • Improper roof installation or flashing defects

  • Missing or inadequate attic insulation and ventilation

  • Poor exterior sealing that can allow moisture intrusion

  • HVAC, plumbing, or electrical installation defects

  • Drainage or grading problems around the foundation

  • General workmanship issues throughout the home

These problems can exist even in homes that fully pass city inspections.

Why It Matters

New homes are built quickly, and mistakes happen. A new construction inspection gives buyers the opportunity to identify and address issues before closing, while the builder is still responsible.

Even with city approval, hiring your own home inspector ensures your new home was built properly and helps prevent costly surprises later.

Request information for your new build inspection here.

Iron Gate provides new construction inspections at key stages of the building process, including foundation inspections, pre-drywall inspections, final inspections, 11-month warranty inspections, and pre-closing repair verification inspections.

We regularly perform new construction inspections throughout Central Indiana, including Carmel, Westfield, Fishers, Zionsville, Noblesville, Fortville, Brownsburg, and Avon. These inspections help identify installation defects and workmanship concerns before closing or before the builder’s warranty period expires.