1-Year Warranty (11-Month) Home Inspection in Arizona
Your new home’s 1-year builder warranty is coming to an end—don’t let it expire without a thorough inspection! At Protect Property Inspections, we specialize in New Construction Inspections and can help you hold your builder accountable for any defects before your warranty runs out.
Why is a 1-Year Warranty Inspection So Important?
In Arizona, the Registrar of Contractors (ROC) mandates that builders are responsible for repairing defects in your home within the first year. However, after the 1-year mark, many important repairs become your responsibility—even if they should have been fixed by the builder.
What’s No Longer Covered After 1 Year?
Once your 1-year builder warranty expires, the following repairs will no longer be covered:
- Doors & Windows Adjustments – Sticking, misalignment, or weather-stripping issues.
- Caulking Maintenance – Gaps in caulking around sinks, tubs, and windows (excluding roof sealants).
- Minor Plumbing Leaks – Dripping faucets, hose bibs, and plumbing fixture leaks caused by worn-out washers or O-rings.
- Surface Wear & Tear – Fading paint, scratches on flooring, and wear on appliances or fixtures.
Once these become your responsibility, they can turn into costly repairs. That’s why we strongly recommend scheduling your 1-year warranty inspection during the 11th month of homeownership—before the warranty expires.
How We Protect You During Your 1-Year Warranty Inspection
Our Inspectors are Arizona’s ONLY new construction specialists, meaning we inspect to higher standards than any other inspection company in the state.
- We Don’t Just Inspect—We Reinspect
If we performed your Final Walk Inspection, we will verify that all previous defects were repaired correctly. Builders often claim they have fixed issues—but did they really? We will check to ensure that repairs, such as attic insulation levels, improper installations, and HVAC defects, were actually corrected. - We Catch What Other Inspectors Missed
If another company performed your final walk inspection, they likely missed significant defects—because we are the only home inspectors in Arizona who specialize in new construction. Our team will find everything necessary to hold your builder accountable. - We Inspect to Builder Standards & Arizona ROC Guidelines
We don’t just look for cosmetic issues—we inspect your home to meet Arizona’s strict ROC minimum standards. If a builder hasn’t followed these guidelines, they are required to fix the defects. - Comprehensive Thermal Imaging Scan – FREE
Unlike most home inspectors, we include thermal imaging in every inspection at no extra charge. This allows us to detect hidden issues like missing insulation, moisture leaks, or electrical problems that could be costly down the road.
What We Inspect During Your 1-Year Warranty Inspection
Our detailed inspection covers everything covered under your builder’s warranty, including:
Structural & Exterior – Foundation, stucco, grading, drainage, and roofing.
Electrical Systems – Panel, wiring, outlets, and AFCI/GFCI safety devices.
Plumbing Systems – Water heater, fixtures, leaks, and supply lines.
HVAC Systems – Cooling, heating, ductwork, and airflow.
Windows & Doors – Alignment, seals, and weather-stripping.
Cabinetry & Counters – Cosmetic defects, proper installation, and alignment.
Attic & Insulation – Proper levels and builder corrections from previous reports.
Thermal Imaging Scan – Detects hidden issues like moisture, missing insulation, and electrical faults.
Don’t Let Your Warranty Expire Without an Inspection!
This is your last chance to get builder-covered repairs before your home’s warranty expires. If defects are found after the 1-year mark, you’ll be responsible for costly repairs that should have been fixed by the builder.
Schedule your 1-Year Warranty Inspection today!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 1-Year Warranty Inspection?
A 1-Year Warranty Inspection—also known as the 11th-month inspection—is a detailed evaluation conducted shortly before your builder’s one-year warranty expires. Its purpose is to identify and document construction defects while repairs are still covered.
Why should I schedule this inspection now?
Scheduling this inspection around month 11 gives you time to file warranty claims. Builders’ warranties typically end at 12 months, so acting early helps ensure repairs can be addressed while the warranty is still valid.
What areas of the home are covered during the inspection?
Inspectors evaluate key home components including structural elements, foundation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, drainage, appliances, and safety systems—looking especially for issues that develop during the home’s first year of settling.
How does this inspection benefit me financially?
Identifying defects before your warranty ends allows you to have repairs covered by the builder—saving you potentially thousands of dollars in costly repairs that would otherwise fall on you.
Are there risks with waiting too long?
Yes. Waiting beyond the warranty period means you may be financially responsible for any repairs, no matter how minor or soon they emerge after your warranty expired.
Can I rely on the builder's inspection?
Municipal or builder inspections often focus on code compliance—not workmanship or latent issues. An independent inspector provides a more thorough and unbiased assessment.
What happens after the inspection identifies issues?
You receive a detailed inspection report (usually with photos and descriptions). This report becomes an essential tool for lodging warranty claims and requesting timely repairs from the builder.