It isn't often that I walk through a new home on a pre-drywall inspection that there is nothing to report! This is quite the contrast to structural concerns like my post yesterday.
It was very impressive. I am not one who "has to find something" for the report to "justify" my fee. When it's good, it's good! And I say so.
This supervisor had been through the house with his orange paint. This photo is representative of what he noted. It indicates a truss connection that is about 1/4" too low. This would cause a bulge downward in the ceiling drywall. He wants it shaved down.
People often ask me if this or that builder is a good one. My answer is that it depends on the supervisor on site every day and the sub contractors.
And I ask my clients: is your supervisor there every day? Does he keep you up to date by phone? Does he respond to your calls? Is he available? All those are good signs. The opposite is not.
My recommendation: On your pre-drywall walk through, pay attention to the things the supervisor is having done. His diligence is important! Pay attention to how he treats the client - his availability and concern. This is very relevant stuff and important! And it makes for a less stressful experience!
Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC
Based in Bristow, serving all of Northern Virginia
www.jaymarinspect.com
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I know of some inspectors that would dig and dig to find something. Hey, if it is good, it is good. Why dig up stuff that doesn't amount to a hill of beans. There are no perfect houses in this plane of existence...