11-MONTH BUILDER WARRANTY INSPECTION.
Your 1-year builder warranty is about to expire forever. Let our Texas Master Inspectors create an undeniable, engineer-grade punchlist that forces your builder to fix defects on their dime, not yours.
Meet Inspector Mack & The Secured Team
Every inspection is led directly by TREC Professional Master Inspectors using calibrated diagnostic gear. We don't just check cosmetic boxes—we map subgrade foundation movement, scan thermal anomalies through solid sheetrock, and scope subterranean lateral lines to defend your earnest money and equity.
Inspector Mack • TREC #23070
Builder Warranty Deadline: The 11-Month Reality Check
Inspector Mack breaks down why builders delay warranty callbacks and how a forensic inspection report forces immediate warranty action.
"Texas builders employ warranty coordinators whose job is to politely delay until Day 366. Handing them an official Secured Inspections engineering-grade report transforms your email into an urgent warranty ticket."
WHAT WE SPECIFICALLY AUDIT & DELIVER
Our forensic checklist exceeds standard minimum requirements. Every component is rigorously evaluated and cataloged with high-resolution imagery and severity tiers:
Post-Tension Slab Elevation & Deflection Survey
ZipLevel manometer grid mapping baseline elevation across every room to detect first-year plastic soil settlement.
Roof Decking, Shingles & Kickout Flashings
Checking missing kickout flashings at roof-wall intersections, nail pops, and hurricane clips.
Electrical Panel, AFCI Breakers & Surge Protection
Verifying whole-home surge protective devices (SPD), AFCI nuisance tripping, and proper conduit expansion fittings.
HVAC Static Pressure & Balancing Performance
Checking duct leakage, room-to-room temperature differentials, secondary drain float switches, and fresh air intake dampers.
Plumbing Slope, Traps & Fixture Seals
Testing under-sink P-traps, tub caulking, master bath shower pan waterproofing, and outdoor hose bibb backflow preventers.
Exterior Stucco, Weep Screeds & Brick Ties
Verifying 4-inch grade clearance for weep screeds, weep hole spacing every 33 inches on brick veneer, and expansion joints.
Attic Framing, Purlin Bracing & Thermal Envelope
Auditing missing collar ties, split rafter braces, compressed blown-in insulation, and uninsulated attic access stairs.
Window Operation, Latches & Thermal Seals
Testing every single window sash for broken spring balances, failed desiccant gas seals, and weatherstripping gaps.
Texas Gulf Coast Environmental Defect Matrix
Southeast Texas structures face unique environmental stressors that generic national inspection checklists routinely overlook. We specialize in identifying these regional failure modes:
Missing Kickout Flashing at Stucco Intersections
Builders routinely forget to install L-shaped kickout diverter flashings where roof eaves terminate into vertical exterior stucco walls.
Uninsulated Attic HVAC Return Plenums
Rushed sub-contractors often fail to tape and mastic plenum seams in attic air handlers, pulling 130°F humid attic air directly into the AC unit.
Grade Inversion & Flat Foundation Slope
Subdivision landscaping crews frequently mound sod and mulch above the concrete slab edge, sloping soil back toward the house.
Advanced Diagnostic Equipment Suite
Human eyes alone miss hidden electrical hotspots, subterranean pipe collapses, and millimeter-level slab deflections. Every Secured Inspections vehicle is equipped with industrial instrumentation:
ZipLevel® Pro-2000 Altimeter
Records precision elevation measurements to establish an undeniable baseline of first-year slab settlement.
FLIR® E8-XT Camera
Detects missing attic insulation patches, leaky duct joints, and thermal air bypasses.
Tramex ME5 Moisture Encounter
Dual-depth non-destructive moisture detector scanning through sheetrock and tile.
Digital Thermo-Hygrometer & Anemometer
Measures supply register CFM velocity and relative humidity across all bedrooms.
Actual Field Finding & Financial Impact
Here is an authentic defect documented in our recent inspections, demonstrating how our forensic reports deliver tangible financial leverage:
1.2-Inch Slab Deflection & Unsealed Attic Duct Plenum Sweating
Our ZipLevel manometer survey logged a 1.2-inch elevation drop along the south foundation perimeter where poor grading pooled roof drainage. In the attic, the primary supply plenum was missing mastic sealing, leaking chilled air that caused severe condensation across 4 rafters.
Frequently Asked Questions: 11-Month Warranty Inspection
Everything you need to know about this inspection scope, scheduling timeline, and Texas legal protections:
Q1Why do I need an inspection if my home passed municipal building code inspections?▼
City and municipal inspectors spend only 10 to 15 minutes on-site during construction. They check for basic code minimums, not quality of craftsmanship, insulation continuity, duct tightness, or subtle foundation settlement. An independent 11-month inspection takes 3 to 4 hours of exhaustive testing.
Q2What if my builder claims these items are 'cosmetic' or 'normal settling'?▼
Our reports cite specific building codes (IRC), manufacturer installation specifications, and TREC Standards of Practice. By providing objective instrument measurements—such as ZipLevel manometer readings and FLIR thermal scans—we eliminate subjective arguments.
Q3When exactly should I book my 11-month inspection?▼
We recommend scheduling between month 10 and 11 (day 300 to 330 of ownership). This ensures you have ample time to submit our report to your builder's warranty portal and follow up before the strict 365-day deadline.
Q4Does the builder have to fix everything in your report?▼
Under the Texas Residential Construction Liability Act (RCLA) and standard builder 1-year limited warranties, builders are legally obligated to remediate defects resulting from non-compliance with warranty performance standards, building codes, and manufacturer instructions.
Q5Do you inspect the roof and attic during an 11-month warranty check?▼
Yes! The roof and attic are where the most expensive builder oversights occur—including omitted attic insulation, disconnected bathroom exhaust fans, missing kickout flashings, and unsealed ductwork.
Q6Can I be home during the 11-month inspection?▼
Yes. In fact, we encourage you to be present so you can show Inspector Mack any specific concerns, cracks, or odd noises you have observed during your first year of living in the home.
11-Month Builder Warranty Inspection Rate Schedule
Hold your builder accountable before your 1-year workmanship warranty expires. Includes complimentary FLIR® Thermal Imaging, 4K Drone Roof Scan, and ZipLevel® Foundation Level Survey.
11-Month Builder Warranty Inspection (Up to 1,500 sq ft)
$35011-Month Builder Warranty Inspection (1,501 to 2,500 sq ft)
$42511-Month Builder Warranty Inspection (2,501 to 4,000 sq ft)
$550Builder Repair Verification Re-Inspection (Up to 5 Items)
$195Repeat clients who used Secured Inspections for their New Construction phases receive 10% OFF with promo code LOYALTY10.
INSTANT QUOTE ESTIMATOR
Select your property size below for guaranteed Texas inspection pricing. Every full inspection includes our $350+ diagnostic suite (FLIR® Thermal, 4K Drone, ZipLevel®) at zero extra charge.
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- ✓FLIR® Thermal Imaging (Moisture & Hotspots — $150 Value)
- ✓4K Aerial Drone Roof Scan (Steep & 2-Story — $200 Value)
- ✓ZipLevel® Foundation Survey (Precision Elevation Delta)
- ✓Same-Day PDF Report (Guaranteed Delivery by 9:00 PM)
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