Construction Phase Inspection
Protect Your New Home at
Every Critical Step
Building a home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make-but even new construction can have serious defects if each phase isn’t properly inspected. At Ultra Home Inspections, we offer Construction Phase Inspections to help catch problems early, when they’re easier (and cheaper) to fix. Whether you’re managing the build yourself or relying on a builder, we’re your extra set of experienced eyes on-site. Our phase inspections include pre-footer, pre-slab, pre-siding, and pre-drywall, followed by a complete final home inspection once construction is finished.
Why Phase Inspections Matter
Every step of the construction process hides important components that will soon be covered up-possibly forever. Without proper inspection at each phase, critical defects may go unnoticed until they cause structural issues, moisture problems, or safety concerns years later. We’re here to help you prevent that. Our phase inspections give you confidence that the home is being built the right way-at the right time.
What We Inspect at Each Phase:
- 1. Pre-Footer Inspection
Before concrete is poured for the foundation footings, we check:
- Proper trenching and form setup
- Soil conditions and compaction
- Rebar placement and footer depth
- Water drainage and moisture concerns
- 2. Pre-Slab Inspection
Once the foundation plumbing is in and before the slab is poured, we examine:
- Vapor barriers and reinforcement
- Plumbing placement and protection
- Electrical conduit positioning (if applicable)
- Site grading and slope around the build
- 3. Pre-Siding Inspection
Before siding is installed, we evaluate:
- Weather-resistant barriers (house wrap)
- Window and door flashing
- Wall sheathing condition
- Moisture control systems
- 4. Pre-Drywall Inspection
Before insulation and drywall go up, we review:
- Framing quality and spacing
- Plumbing and electrical rough-ins
- HVAC duct placement
- Fire blocking and draft stopping
- Window/door installs and header support
- 5. Final Inspection
After construction is complete, we conduct a comprehensive full home inspection just like we would for any homebuyer-covering all major systems, safety items, and finish quality.
Who Needs Construction
Phase Inspections?
- Homeowners acting as their own builder
- Clients who want independent quality control during construction
- Buyers of spec or production homes who want added protection
- Anyone building a custom home who wants peace of mind along the way
Phase inspections help hold everyone accountable-and give you documented proof of what was done right (or what needs to be fixed) at each step. We proudly perform construction phase inspections across Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill, Murfreesboro, Nashville, and surrounding areas of Middle Tennessee. We work directly with homeowners, builders, and contractors to coordinate each visit at the proper time.
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