New Construction
5280 Home Inspections - Certified Home Inspector Services
New Construction Home Inspection in Denver, CO
5280 Home Inspection helps Denver-area homeowners verify their new build before problems get sealed behind drywall. We're ICA-certified inspectors, which means every new construction inspection follows a recognized industry standard — not just a builder's own punch list. Whether you're closing on a home in a fast-growing development or finishing a custom build, you'll get an independent set of eyes your builder doesn't provide, with a full report in your hands within 24 hours. If you're further along in the process, you may also want to look at our services, buyer inspection, pre-listing inspection, or your inspection pages to see what's included at each stage. Ready to get started? Contact us and we'll walk you through scheduling.
What Is a New Construction Home Inspection?
A new construction home inspection is an independent evaluation of a newly built home, performed separately from the builder's own quality checks and the city's code inspections. Builders and municipal inspectors are focused on minimum code compliance — not on whether your specific home was built well. Even with skilled crews, new homes go through dozens of subcontractors, tight schedules, and multiple trades working in sequence, and mistakes get made along the way. A new home inspection catches those issues while they're still accessible, often before drywall closes them off for good. For buyers anywhere in our service area — Brighton, Arvada, Aurora, Boulder, Broomfield, Castle Rock, Fort Collins, Fort Morgan, Golden, Greeley, Highlands Ranch, Lakewood, Loveland, Parker, Thornton, Westminster, or Englewood — this is the step that turns "the builder said it's fine" into documented proof.
When We Inspect: Phase or Final, Your Choice
Some homeowners want eyes on the build at every stage; others just want one thorough inspection before closing. We offer both. Phase inspections check the foundation before the pour, the framing and rough-ins before drywall closes everything off, and the finished home before your final walkthrough — catching issues at the exact point they're still fixable at no cost to you. A single final inspection covers the same scope in one visit, timed to your closing date, for buyers who didn't catch the project early enough for staged visits or simply prefer one comprehensive report. Either way, you decide what fits your timeline and your builder's schedule.
Here's what's included in every new construction inspection:
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Foundation and slab condition, including cracking, settling, and drainage grading
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Framing and structural connections before drywall closes them off
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Roof covering, flashing, and ventilation
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Attic insulation, ventilation, and access points
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Exterior cladding, trim, and water management details
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Window and door installation, flashing, and operation
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Egress window compliance in basements and lower levels
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Electrical panel, wiring, and outlet/fixture installation
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Smoke and carbon monoxide detector placement and function
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Plumbing supply lines, drain lines, and fixture connections
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Bathroom and kitchen fixture installation and water testing
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HVAC system installation, ductwork, and airflow
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Water heater installation and venting
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Garage structure, door operation, and fire separation
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Grading slope and downspout discharge points away from the foundation
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Crawlspace or basement moisture and vapor barrier condition
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Interior walls, ceilings, and floors for finish and structural issues
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Stairs, railings, and guards for safety compliance
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Deck, porch, or patio attachment and railing safety
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Appliance installation and basic function testing
Why You Need a New Construction Inspection
It's a common assumption that a brand-new home doesn't need inspecting — but new construction is built fast, by multiple subcontractors, on a deadline, and mistakes happen even with reputable builders. National data backs this up: studies on new-build defects consistently find that a meaningful share of newly built homes have at least one issue discovered after move-in, and many buyers never get an independent inspection at all, relying solely on the builder's own walkthrough. Colorado has also tightened its documentation expectations around new construction in recent years, which means a third-party inspection report carries more weight than ever if you need to request repairs or protect your position before your builder warranty expires. Your inspection report gives you a clear, documented record — with photos and plain-language explanations — that you can hand directly to your builder if something needs to be fixed. Without that documentation, you're relying on memory and a verbal conversation instead of evidence.
How 5280 Home Inspection Can Help
We're ICA-certified inspectors who inspect new construction homes throughout the Denver metro and across our full service area, on whatever timeline fits your build — phase by phase or one final inspection before closing. You'll get your full report within 24 hours, with clear photos and plain-language explanations you can put directly in front of your builder. Call 720-879-4426 to schedule your new construction inspection today.