Do new construction homes need an inspection?
Quick answer: Yes. New construction homes routinely have defects that a municipal inspection does not catch, so an independent inspection — ideally at pre-drywall and again before closing — is well worth it.
Municipal inspections verify minimum code compliance at specific stages; they are not a thorough, buyer-focused condition assessment.
A pre-drywall inspection catches framing, plumbing and electrical issues while they are still visible and easy to correct. A final inspection catches the finish-stage misses.
An 11-month warranty inspection, just before the builder's first-year warranty expires, is another smart checkpoint for Bloomington-area new builds.
