New Construction & Tarion Warranty Inspection in Hamilton, ON
Protect your investment with a detailed inspection of your newly built home. Shieldpoint Canada helps identify visible construction concerns, deficiencies, and warranty-related items before or during your Tarion warranty process.
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What Is a New Construction & Tarion Warranty Inspection?
A new home can look perfect at first glance, but construction is a multi-stage process and visible deficiencies can sometimes be missed before possession or during the warranty period.
A New Construction & Tarion Warranty Inspection provides a structured visual review of accessible areas and components of the home. The goal is to identify observable concerns and deficiencies that may require attention.
Shieldpoint Canada provides clear inspection findings so homeowners can better understand the condition of their new property and discuss applicable concerns with their builder or warranty provider.
Key Areas Reviewed
What We Inspect
Our inspection focuses on accessible and observable components of the home, with attention to areas where construction deficiencies or maintenance concerns may be visible.
Exterior
Review of visible exterior finishes, grading, drainage conditions, doors, windows and other accessible components.
Roofing
Visual review of accessible roofing components, flashing, drainage and visible conditions.
Attic
Assessment of accessible attic areas, insulation, ventilation and visible signs of moisture or construction concerns.
Interior Areas
Review of walls, ceilings, floors, windows, doors, stairs and other visible interior components.
Electrical
Visual review of accessible electrical components, outlets, switches, panels and visible safety-related conditions.
Plumbing
Review of accessible plumbing fixtures, supply and drainage components and visible signs of leakage.
Heating & Cooling
Visual assessment of accessible heating and cooling equipment, distribution components and observable conditions.
Construction Deficiencies
Identification of visible workmanship, finishing or construction concerns that may require further attention.
What's Included
A structured inspection designed to help you understand visible conditions and document areas that may require attention.
Exterior Assessment
Review of accessible exterior components, finishes, grading and visible drainage conditions.
Interior Assessment
Visual review of accessible interior rooms, finishes, doors, windows, stairs and other components.
Major Home Systems
Review of accessible electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling components within the agreed scope.
Roof & Attic Review
Visual assessment of accessible roof and attic areas, including visible concerns related to moisture or ventilation.
Deficiency Identification
Documentation of visible construction or finishing concerns that may require further review or correction.
Inspection Report
Clear documentation of observed conditions to help you understand the inspection findings and next steps.
Who Is This Inspection For?
A new construction inspection can provide useful information at different stages of owning or taking possession of a newly built home.
New Home Buyers
For buyers preparing to take possession of a newly constructed home who want an independent visual review of accessible areas.
New Homeowners
For homeowners who want to identify visible concerns and understand the condition of their recently completed property.
Warranty Period Reviews
For homeowners preparing to review observable concerns during an applicable new home warranty period.
New Construction Investors
For property investors seeking an independent look at visible conditions before or after taking possession.
New Construction & Tarion Inspection FAQs
Answers to common questions about new construction home inspections and warranty-related inspection reviews.
What is a New Construction & Tarion Warranty Inspection? +
It is a visual inspection of accessible and observable areas and components of a newly constructed home. It can help identify visible deficiencies, construction concerns and items that may require further attention.
When should I have a new construction inspection? +
The appropriate timing depends on the stage of construction, possession and the applicable warranty process. An inspection may be useful before possession or when preparing to document observable concerns during the warranty period.
Does the inspection cover the entire new home? +
The inspection covers accessible and observable components within the agreed scope. Concealed, inaccessible or unsafe areas may not be inspected.
Can you identify construction deficiencies? +
Visible construction and finishing concerns can be documented when they are observable during the inspection. Further evaluation may be recommended where a concern cannot be fully assessed visually.
Does this inspection replace a Tarion warranty claim? +
No. An independent inspection does not replace the applicable Tarion warranty process, builder procedures or homeowner responsibilities. The inspection provides information about observed conditions.
Can you inspect areas that are not accessible? +
No. Inspection is limited to areas and components that are safely accessible and observable at the time of the inspection.
Will I receive a report? +
Yes, the inspection findings can be documented in a clear inspection report, subject to the agreed inspection scope and reporting format.
Who should book a new construction inspection? +
New home buyers, homeowners, investors and others involved with a newly constructed property may benefit from an independent visual review.
Can I contact Shieldpoint before booking? +
Yes. Contact Shieldpoint Canada to discuss the property, inspection stage and the scope of inspection that may be appropriate for your situation.