What Is an 11-Month Warranty Inspection & Why You Need One

By Jose Lopez, Certified Professional Inspector – L7 Home Inspections

If you’ve recently purchased a newly constructed home, congratulations! But even brand-new homes can develop issues during their first year. That’s why one of the smartest things you can do before your builder’s 1-year warranty expires is schedule an 11-month warranty inspection.

At L7 Home Inspections, I’ve seen firsthand how this inspection protects homeowners from unexpected repair bills—and gives them the power to hold their builder accountable.

🛠️ What Is an 11-Month Warranty Inspection?

This inspection takes place in the 11th month of your homeownership, giving you time to address problems while you're still under the builder’s 1-year limited warranty. It’s your opportunity to catch and report construction defects, wear and tear, or system failures—before you’re financially responsible for them.

🔍 What’s Included in the Inspection?

We inspect all major systems and components, including:

• Roof and attic: leaks, ventilation, shingle wear

• Foundation and grading: settlement, cracks, moisture intrusion

• Plumbing: water heater, fixtures, visible pipe conditions

• HVAC system: heating/cooling performance and safety

• Electrical system: panel, outlets, GFCIs, visible wiring

• Windows, doors, insulation, and more

We document anything that isn’t working as intended, is improperly installed, or has begun to fail.

💡 Why You Shouldn’t Skip This Inspection

✅ 1. Uncover Hidden Defects

New homes settle over time. Minor cracks, slow leaks, and misaligned doors or windows often develop in the first year and may go unnoticed—until they become expensive.

✅ 2. Maximize Your Builder Warranty

Use our professional inspection report to submit warranty claims before the 12-month deadline. Builders are more likely to respond to documented findings from a licensed inspector.

✅ 3. Avoid Future Repair Costs

Even small issues—like a slow roof leak or faulty ductwork—can cost thousands to repair later. Fixing them now under warranty saves you big in the long run.

✅ 4. Peace of Mind

Knowing your home was thoroughly checked gives you confidence moving forward.

🏡 Who Should Get One?

This inspection is ideal for:

• Homeowners in a new construction home approaching the 1-year mark

• Families who’ve noticed new cracks, leaks, or unusual wear

• Anyone who wants to ensure their home was built correctly and safely

  
  

📅 When to Schedule

Book your inspection during month 10 or early in month 11 of ownership. This gives you time to review the findings and work with your builder before your warranty expires.

✅ Why Choose L7 Home Inspections?

As a Certified Professional Inspector (CPI®) and a retired U.S. Army veteran with decades of construction and inspection experience, I bring integrity, precision, and dedication to every inspection. We follow TREC Standards of Practice and deliver clear, detailed reports within 24 hours.

We proudly serve homeowners in Belton, Temple, Killeen, and across Bell County and surrounding Central Texas areas.

🔧 Protect Your Investment—Before It’s Too Late

Schedule your 11-month warranty inspection today and take full advantage of your builder’s warranty coverage.

👉 Book Online Now📞 Call us at (573) 586-9694📍 Based in Belton, TX — Serving a 50-mile radius