Why do I need a third-party home inspection for new construction?
Your new home will be built by a rotating crew of independent sub-contractors — not full-time employees of the builder whose name is on the sign. In many cases they're the lowest bidder on their trade, working high volume across multiple job sites. Their experience varies. But even experienced people make mistakes, cut corners under pressure, and move on to the next house before anyone notices. I have seen malfunctioning A/C condensers, unfinished stairs, backflowing sewer lines, warped...