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What should you look out for when buying a new construction home in the Orlando area, and is a third-party inspection really necessary? In this video, we walk through a real closing where an inspection found roof problems, communication broke down, and additional issues were still being discovered just 30 minutes before closing. Should I get a home inspection on a brand-new home? A new home can still have construction issues. In this case, the third-party inspector found more than eight broken roof tiles, even though the expectation was that the builder’s quality assurance process would happen before the inspection. Later, we found two additional broken tiles that weren’t on the original report. What should I check before closing on new construction? Don’t assume an item is complete just because you’re told it was repaired. Our process includes confirming that inspection items were actually addressed, and on this home we flew a drone over the entire roof during the final walk — about 30 minutes before closing — and found more damage. How does buyer representation help with a new construction home? The builder’s team works through its own construction and closing process, while buyer representation gives you someone focused on your side of the transaction. When problems come up, that can mean coordinating inspections, asking for documentation, confirming repairs, and pushing for unresolved items to be addressed before closing whenever possible. Questions on this one? Text (863) 225-0060 or email Team@MoreFLA.com — we represent buyers across Central Florida and Tampa. What other new construction problems should buyers watch for? The video also covers sewer scopes, pre-drywall concerns, quality assurance timing, subcontractor mistakes, and even dormant mold found on framing during another recent walkthrough. The biggest lesson is simple: new construction still involves human error, so the final walkthrough shouldn’t be treated like a formality. 0:00 Why new homes still need inspections 1:38 Third-party inspection and sewer scope 2:26 Broken roof tiles discovered 3:15 Confirming repairs before closing 5:28 Quality assurance timing problem 6:23 Getting issues resolved 7:59 Why buyer representation matters 9:39 Mold and other construction issues 10:50 Confirming repairs before closing Have a new construction question or an inspection issue you want us to break down? Drop it in the comments. Pricing, fees, and community details discussed here may have changed since filming. Always verify directly with the builder or your agent. We work as buyer representatives on new construction transactions.