Pre-drywall
After framing and rough-ins, before insulation. Framing, plumbing, wiring and ducts are exposed, as far as they're visible and accessible.
The town inspects for code. The builder checks its own work. Here's where you come in.
Town and city inspectors check each stage of construction against the building code, and your builder runs its own checks. Neither one is done for you. A private inspection at the right stage is.
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Inspecting homes across the Valley
Home inspection report, delivered the day of the inspection
Where each one fits in the build, and what it catches.
After framing and rough-ins, before insulation. Framing, plumbing, wiring and ducts are exposed, as far as they're visible and accessible.
The finished house, before your builder orientation and closing. Bring your own list to the blue-tape walk.
Around month eleven can be a useful time to document concerns for your builder's review. Your builder's warranty terms determine coverage and deadlines; an inspection does not guarantee repairs or payment.
Many builders want outside inspectors scheduled through the site superintendent or with notice. Ask early.
Send the report to your builder's rep and ask how and when each item will be handled, in writing.
Town inspections check the work against code. They're a different job than a private inspection.
Tell us your builder, your community and where the build is.
Plus any access rules your builder has.
What's visible at that stage, photographed as we go.
Plain-language findings with photos.
Quick answers. Anything else, just call (480) 254-5708.
Town inspectors check each stage against the building code, and they work for the town, not for you. A private inspection is done for you and gives you a report you keep.
If the walls are open, pre-drywall. If the house is finished and you haven't closed, the final walkthrough. If you're coming up on a year in the house, the 11th-month warranty inspection. Many buyers do more than one.
Many builders allow outside inspections but set rules, like scheduling through the site superintendent or giving notice. Check your purchase agreement and ask your builder's rep.
Start with your builder. The Town of Queen Creek, for example, points homeowners to the Arizona Registrar of Contractors and says complaints must be filed within two years of close of escrow or occupancy, whichever comes first.
It's worth considering. New lines can still have construction debris or installation defects, and the line isn't visible without a camera.

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