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The One Time You Can See Inside Your Walls

Pre-drywall inspections are critical in new home construction. By the time drywall comes into play, substantial sections of a home’s foundation and structure are already in place. It is far too late to start inspecting the concrete slab or other framework and structural components at that point.

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So why not take a look before the drywall goes up? A pre-drywall inspection will allow you to discover any problems before they become a major headache down the road.

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Advance Pre-Drywall Inspections

Ensure the quality and proper construction of your new Advance home

Pre-Drywall Inspections Are Important When Building A New Home

By giving you an early look at your Advance home’s infrastructure, you will be able to identify potential issues and make informed decisions about how to move forward. When you see issues with the foundation, framing, or other components, you can address them before they become too expensive to fix.

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This gives you more flexibility and control over your home build. It is also a great way to ensure that your contractor is doing their job correctly.

  • What Does A Home Inspector Look For At The Pre-Drywall Inspection?

    ​Multiple contractors are in and out of the property working on various areas of construction when a new home is being built. Plumbers, electricians, framers, and insulators are all working individually to complete their tasks.


    This can occasionally result in components being neglected and, to varied degrees, building problems. However, many of these flaws are hidden and are not obvious at your final walk-through/home inspection. Therefore, it is critical to check your new home during the framing and rough-in phases.


    Our impartial assessment will assist to verify that the house is built correctly, leading to fewer issues in the future. Here is what we check during your pre-drywall inspection:


    EXTERIOR

    • Masonry Components

    • Foundation Walls

    • Exterior Framing

    • Exterior Flashing

    • House Wrap


    ROOF

    • Roof Covering

    • Roof Flashing

    • Valleys

    • Roof Sheathing

    • Roof Vent(s)

    • Vent Collars

    • Skylight(s)

    • Chimney(s)


    GARAGE

    • Interior Framing

    • Floor/Slab

    • Service Door


    INTERIOR

    • Interior Framing

    • Presence of Fire Stop

    • Presence of Draft Stop (air seal)

    • Required Clearances

    • Presence of Nail Plates

    • Structural Fastening

    • Rough-ins for all bath/kitchen

    • Location of Switch Boxes

    • Location of Junction Boxes

    • Fasteners

    • Straps

    • Bolts

    • Structural Columns

    • Concrete Foundation Slabs

    • Floor Joists

    • Trusses

    • Sill and Sole Plates

    • Bridging and Blocking

    • Rim Joists and Band Board

    • Beams and Girders

    • Openings in the Floor System

    • Floor Sheathing

    • Hangers

    • Windows

    • Steps and Stairways

    • Balconies

    • Attic Hatch


    ELECTRICAL

    • Electric Panel

    • Sub Panel

    • Circuit Breakers

    • Circuits/Cables

    • Service Entry Cable

    • Drop Cable

    • Meter/Meter Base

    • Grounding system

    • Junction Boxes


    HVAC

    • Furnace/Heat Pump

    • HVAC Supply Register

    • Proper Flex Duct Installation

    • Proper Flex Duct Support

    • Condensate Drain Lines

    • Ductwork / Plenum

    • Air Registers

    • Returns


    PLUMBING

    • Slope of Pipes

    • Support for Pipes

    • Pipes and Fittings

    • Drain / Waste / Vent

    • Gas Meter


    STRUCTURE

    • Foundation Walls

    • Floor / Slab

    • Crawl Space

    • Framing

    • Masonry Walls

    • Masonry Veneer

    • Columns / Piers or Posts

    • Chimney

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