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title: "New Construction Home Inspections | Greater Houston, TX"
description: "Schedule a new-construction, final, or agreed phase home inspection in Greater Houston. Confirm builder access, construction stage, and scope."
canonical: "https://americanhouseinspection.com/services/new-construction/"
last-updated: "2026-09-25"
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# New-construction inspections

> American House Inspection offers new-construction and phase visits when scheduled. Confirm the property address, construction stage, builder access, and written scope in advance. Pre-drywall visits are separate from a standard inspection of a substantially complete home.

A new home can still have visible items to review. Arrange the visit for the correct construction stage and confirm access first.

## Inspection timing depends on the build stage

New-construction visits can be requested at an agreed phase or near completion. The builder must provide safe access, and the scope should match what is visible at that stage. A pre-drywall visit is a separate construction-phase service, not the same as a standard inspection of a substantially complete home.

- [Review the TREC Standards of Practice](https://www.trec.texas.gov/node/1948)

## What to coordinate with the builder

- The inspection date and construction stage
- Access to the property and areas under construction
- The written inspection scope
- Whether the builder needs advance notice or a copy of the report
- Any follow-up inspection you want after repairs

## What the visit provides

The report records accessible conditions observed during the visit. It does not certify code compliance, construction quality as a whole, or future performance. Ask the builder or a qualified specialist about corrections and technical design questions.

## Questions and answers

### Can you inspect a new home before closing?

Yes, when the property, builder access, and schedule fit. Send the address and requested date to confirm.

### Do you offer pre-drywall inspections?

Pre-drywall or other phase visits may be available when scheduled. Confirm the construction stage and written scope before booking.

### Does a new home still need an inspection?

A new home can have visible installation or completion items. An inspection records accessible conditions on the inspection date; it does not certify the entire build.

### Will the inspector tell the builder what to repair?

The report documents findings. The builder and client decide how to address them, with specialist advice when needed.

## Related pages

- [Buyer inspections](https://americanhouseinspection.com/services/buyer-inspection/)
- [Pricing](https://americanhouseinspection.com/pricing/)
- [Contact](https://americanhouseinspection.com/contact/)

Last updated: 2026-09-25.