New Homes

Some very good reasons to
 have a new home inspected



All defects pictured below were found
in brand new, never lived in homes


Faulty GFCI outlets
would not trip when tested






Outlet showing reversed polarity.
See diagram below this photo.





Non-grounded outlets


                
Burnt conductor insulation in electrical panel

No Insulation in Attic






Exterior door leading to garage doesn't close properly which
may allow auto exhaust gases to enter living space






Dryer Vent installed improperly (will fill with water)






AC safety switch to stop condensation drip
pan from overflowing was not connected.



Flashing not installed correctly 




  



Cover not fitting properly at washing machine drain pan





Damper will not close securly in fireplace






GFCI outlets would not trip when tested







ARC Fault breakers would not trip when tested







Bathroom vents not vented to the exterior