🏡 Don’t Miss Your Builder Warranty Deadline: The Importance of an 11-Month Home Inspection

Published by: L7 Home Inspections

What Is an 11-Month Warranty Inspection?

An 11-Month Warranty Inspection (also called a Builder Warranty Inspection) is a professional evaluation of your home performed before your builder’s one-year warranty expires.

This inspection helps identify construction defects, wear, or settling issues that may have developed since you moved in—so your builder can correct them before the warranty period ends.

At L7 Home Inspections, we follow TREC Standards of Practice and builder warranty guidelines to deliver a detailed, photo-rich inspection report you can confidently submit to your builder.

Why It’s Important

Even new homes experience issues during their first year. Materials expand and contract, grading can shift, and systems are put to use for the first time. Common findings include:

• Foundation cracks or drainage concerns

• Roof or flashing leaks

• HVAC and ventilation performance issues

• Plumbing leaks or pressure problems

• Electrical safety or wiring defects

• Sealant deterioration and insulation gaps

Catching these issues before the warranty expires means the builder, not you, is responsible for repairs—saving you time and money.

When to Schedule

The best time to schedule your inspection is around month 10 or 11 after closing. This ensures there’s time for:

1. The inspection

2. Report delivery

3. Submitting warranty claims

4. Builder repairs before the 12-month deadline

What We Inspect

Your 11-Month Warranty Inspection includes:

✅ Structural components and foundation

✅ Roofing and exterior systems

✅ HVAC, plumbing, and electrical

✅ Interior finishes, insulation, and ventilation

✅ Grading and drainage

✅ Installed appliances and safety systems

✅ Irrigation system

✅ Thermal imaging

Every report includes clear photos, explanations, and repair recommendations, helping you communicate effectively with your builder.

Why Choose L7 Home Inspections

• Veteran-Owned & Certified: Licensed Professional Inspector (TREC), InterNACHI CPI®, NAWT & TCEQ trained

• Fast Turnaround: Reports typically delivered the same day

• Trusted Experience: 25+ years in construction, QA/QC, and facility management

• Bilingual Service: English & Spanish

  
  

“Where Precision Meets Integrity in Every Inspection.”

Schedule Your 11-Month Warranty Inspection Today

Don’t wait until your builder warranty expires. Protect your investment with L7 Home Inspections—your trusted Central Texas home inspection experts.

📞 (573) 586-9694

🌐 www.L7HomeInspections.com

📍 Serving Bell, Coryell, McLennan, Williamson, and surrounding counties