New Home - Pre-drywall Inspection

The builder typically will have an inspection with a new owner prior to installation of drywall. This is you last opportunity to see the inside of your walls before they are covered. If an inspection is not offered, it's a good idea to ask for one.

It's probably a good idea to take a camera with you to take detailed pictures of all the walls so that if in the future you need to modify something you'll know what's underneath. These pictures will be invaluable later on if you want to modify the home or want to change something:
 * All plumbing
 * All Electrical
 * All Duct work
 * All framing and load bearing structures

Here's a list of things you should check or ask questions about:


 * All exterior walls and ceilings should have insulation.
 * Check that there are no kinks air systems duct work. The wires and strapping used to secure the duct work if improperly used may restrict air flow.
 * Follow wiring to make sure there are no staple punctures in protective sleave.

Also see:
 * New Home - Final Inspection
 * New Home - Move-in Check List