Many new homeowners are surprised when issues appear in their house after the first year, only to discover their builder’s warranty has expired, leaving them to pay for repairs. An 11-month/builder warranty inspection from Cole’s Inspection Services identifies defects before your warranty runs out, ensuring the builder is held responsible for fixing them. We offer this crucial service to homeowners throughout Hickory, NC, and the surrounding areas, helping you protect your investment.
This 11-month inspection is designed to catch problems that often arise as a new home settles, such as foundation cracks, HVAC malfunctions, and moisture intrusion. In fact, it’s essential to schedule this inspection before the 12-month mark to take advantage of your builder's warranty. Our experienced home inspector provides an unbiased, expert eye to uncover issues you might miss, delivering a comprehensive report you can submit directly to your builder for their action.
We provide homeowners with a detailed, professional inspection to maximize their builder's warranty before it expires.
Our team delivers a comprehensive digital report, complete with clear descriptions and images of any defects we find. This professional documentation serves as the evidence you need to create a list of repairs for your builder. Submitting a formal report from a licensed inspector strengthens your position and simplifies the warranty claim process.
As a new home settles during its first year, issues with the structure, plumbing, and mechanical systems can emerge. Our builder warranty inspection is perfectly timed to identify developing problems, including premature material wear or signs of leaks in the attic. We look for subtle signs of trouble that can turn into major expenses if left unaddressed.
By having us perform an 11-month warranty inspection, you can avoid costly out-of-pocket repairs after your warranty expires. Common problems like small plumbing leaks, which can waste up to 600 gallons of water a year, are caught early. This proactive builder’s warranty inspection ensures your builder covers the costs they’re still responsible for.
For our home inspections, we bring two licensed inspectors to every property so buyers receive a well-rounded evaluation of the structure, major systems, and safety-related components. We follow the NCLHIA Residential Standards of Practice and send a detailed digital report to support confident, informed decisions.
When homeowners choose our pre-listing inspection service, they gain early insight into issues that could slow down a sale, such as roofing concerns, moisture problems, or electrical and plumbing faults. We compile these findings into a clean, easy-to-share report that helps sellers prepare their home and build trust with potential buyers.
During a new construction inspection, we focus on fully completed homes and look for builder oversights such as missing insulation, grading issues, flashing gaps, or wiring problems. We review all major systems and safety features and provide a digital report so buyers can request corrections while the builder is still responsible.
Our environmental testing service provides homeowners with insight into mold air quality, private well water safety, and radon levels, all of which play a significant role in maintaining a healthy home. We rely on proper testing equipment, quick lab processing, and the expertise of our Certified Mold Assessor to deliver accurate results and clear recommendations.
For small business owners and investors, our light commercial property inspection offers a detailed look at the condition of structural components, HVAC systems, electrical setups, and plumbing within commercial buildings. We also provide a digital report that supports smart budgeting, maintenance planning, and investment decisions.
Our dedication to thoroughness and customer satisfaction makes us the right choice for your warranty inspection.
Our inspectors are fully licensed and hold numerous industry certifications. Our team brings licensed, certified knowledge to every inspection, including a Certified Mold Assessor on staff, and adherence to the NCLHIA Residential Standards of Practice.
In recognition of their service, we’re pleased to offer special discounts for active military members, veterans, and first responders.
We have been a family-operated business in the Hickory community since 2000, which gives us deep knowledge of the region's specific construction and environmental challenges.
Every inspection is attended by two of our professional inspectors, a unique approach that guarantees a more detailed and accurate assessment for your peace of mind.
With more than two decades in the inspection field, we’ve seen just about everything a home can hide. From brand-new builds to 100-year-old farmhouses, our experience helps us quickly recognize patterns, spot red flags, and give you practical guidance—not scare tactics—so you can move forward with confidence.
We don’t just inspect homes—we’ve built a track record. Having completed over 10,700 combined inspections, our team brings real-world insight to every property we step into. That volume of inspections means we know what’s “normal,” what’s fixable, and what deserves a closer look, so your report is grounded in perspective, not guesswork.
This inspection helps identify issues such as leaks, settlement cracks, HVAC failures, and moisture intrusion before the builder's warranty expires. Addressing problems now prevents homeowners from having to pay for repairs out of pocket later.
Most inspections take two to three hours, depending on the home’s size and systems. Homes with crawl spaces or complex mechanical systems may require additional time.
Inspectors evaluate the structure, mechanical systems, electrical components, plumbing, attic spaces, and areas where early wear or settling typically appear. The findings are documented clearly so homeowners can submit repair requests to the builder.
By the eleventh month, the home has gone through multiple weather cycles, making problems easier to detect. This timing also ensures homeowners have enough time to submit claims before the warranty ends.
Seasonal expansion and contraction, humidity changes, and soil conditions often cause settling, minor shifting, and moisture concerns. These natural changes make a near-end-of-warranty inspection especially important.
Business Name: Cole's Inspection Services
Address: Hickory, NC 28601
Phone: 828-326-9100
Business Hours:
Mon - Fri: 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Sat-Sun: Closed
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