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The "New Home" surprise you didn’t ask for. 🙃
Check out these window handles! This is exactly why I test every single fixture, handle, and switch—even on a new build. Small misses like this can be a sign of a rushed job. My goal? Making sure you don't have a "to-do" list the second you get your keys. Keep those standards high! 🛠️✨ https://youtube.com/shorts/XNTQizO2hag?si=Uo1o9tlK5tpqgvAp #NewBuild #HomeInspectorLife #HomeBuying101 #ConstructionFail #newhome
Cid Herlein
Jan 151 min read
Proof that "brand new" and "finished" aren't always the same thing. 😂
Standard Friday afternoon craftsmanship on display here! These might seem small, but if they missed the obvious stuff in this video, imagine what’s hiding behind the drywall. 🧐 Tag a friend who needs a pre-closing inspection! 👇 #ConstructionFail #HomeInspectorLife #NewBuild #RealEstateHumor #HomeBuying
Cid Herlein
Jan 11 min read


🏗️ New Construction Doesn’t Mean "Perfect"
You’d think a brand-new home would be move-in ready, but this recent home inspection proved otherwise. While inspecting a bedroom in this new construction build, I found a major issue: completely missing insulation. Without a proper thermal barrier, the owners would have faced: 📈 Sky-high energy bills. ❄️ Freezing winters and boiling summers. 💧 Potential moisture and condensation issues. This is exactly why you need an independent certified home inspector—even if the
Cid Herlein
Dec 17, 20251 min read
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