Do newer homes in metro subdivisions still need an inspection?

Absolutely. The Twin Cities metro has grown quickly, with many newer homes and townhomes built in subdivisions across Dakota, Hennepin, and the outer suburbs, and new construction is no guarantee of perfection. We regularly find issues in homes only a few years old: incomplete or missing attic insulation, improperly vented bath fans dumping moisture into attics, reversed hot-and-cold plumbing, missing fire blocking, grading not yet established so water runs toward the foundation, decks attached without proper flashing, and minor electrical defects. Builders work fast and use many subcontractors, and busy municipal inspectors can't catch everything. Even a new home should be tested for radon, since porous soils and tight modern construction can produce high readings in brand-new houses. If your home is approaching the end of its builder's warranty, an 11-month warranty inspection is one of the smartest moves you can make, because it lets you document covered defects while the builder is still on the hook to fix them at no cost to you. We give the same thorough, honest evaluation to a new build as to a century-old Saint Paul bungalow. Call us about your newer home, or use the free instant quote tool below to get scheduled.