There are so many new home subdivisions going up all throughout Portland that home buyers are scrambling to buy these new homes. There's something about a new home that's never been lived in that is very appealing to today's homebuyers. Buyers feel that they will be the first ones in the home, the first ones to ever use the appliances and the rooms and there is a sense of pride in that. However, many buyers are also under the impression that they don't need a home inspection since the home is never been lived in.Should I Have an Inspection on New Construction?

Regardless of whether the home is 100 years old or is fresh off of the construction line, a home inspection is essential. Consider it this way, you wouldn't buy a $400,000 stock if you did know everything about it, would you? This is very similar to buying a house. It's a really good way to understand everything about the house, the bones, the construction, the materials and the architecture.

You'll also want to get an inspector that is not familiar or associated with the homebuilder and development. You want to get an inspector that is on your side and completely unbiased. They can go through the entire home discussing factors, materials and construction with you so you understand everything about your home.

Brand-new homes are not without faults. Many brand-new homes may have faulty wiring, construction problems or a builder could have cut corners where they should not have. An inspector will find these and make sure that everything works before you close on the home. Anything that needs to be corrected, changed or repaired needs to be completed before you close on the house. An inspector will point these items out so you can get them to taking care of before closing.

Also, if this is a new home that you are customizing as it's being built you want to make sure that all of your changes and customizations have been completed to your standards. If tiles have been installed improperly, the wrong color on the counters or the walls, or the fixtures you've chosen have not been implemented, are all things that you need to handle with the help of an inspector before closing.

 

So, yes you should definitely have an inspection on new construction homes. Take the inspector's advice on repairs, extending the life of the home and materials and simply understanding more about your home. For more information on Portland real estate and new construction homes throughout the area please contact me at any time.