Craftsman Home Inspections

10/08/2026

Buying at Reservoir Point in Wayne, NJ? Don't Hire a Resale Inspector for a New Build! 🏡✨

Building or buying a brand-new K. Hovnanian townhome at Reservoir Point is an exciting milestone. But no matter how great the builder is, new construction inspections require a completely different skill set than standard resale home inspections.
Most general home inspectors spend 90% of their time looking at aged roof shingles, old furnaces, and worn plumbing in 40-year-old houses. New construction inspections are quality-control audits that focus on framing, structural load paths, compliance, and phased installation.

At Craftsman Home Inspection Services LLC, we specialize in New Construction Phase Inspections:

🔨 Pre-Drywall Inspection: The single most critical phase! We evaluate structural framing, rough electrical, plumbing, and HVAC venting before it's hidden behind drywall forever.

🔑 Pre-Closing Inspection: A top-to-bottom final audit to ensure all systems function, insulation meets standards, and no punch-list defects remain before you sign.

🗓️ 11-Month Builder Warranty Inspection: Done right before your 1-year warranty expires to catch settlement cracks or hidden leaks before they become your expense.

Don't rely solely on 15-minute municipal code checks or generalists. Hire an inspector dedicated exclusively to protecting your new investment.

📍 Craftsman Home Inspection Services LLC

📞 Call/Text us today to lock in your Pre-Drywall or Final Walkthrough Inspection!

201-888-4630

08/20/2026

Small details, big impact! During a recent 11-month warranty inspection on a Pulte Home in Denville, NJ, we found that the deck joist hanger nails were too short. Standard joist hangers require specific, full-length structural connector nails to maintain their full load rating.

11-month warranty checks help homeowners get these builder defects corrected before their coverage expires. But don't wait until the end, a pre-drywall inspection gives you the best chance to catch structural issues before the framing is hidden forever!

08/08/2026

Looking at this photo, it’s amazing to think about how many homes and families we’ve had the privilege of helping right here in the Pulte Mason Ridge community alone.

Thank you to every family who has trusted us to be part of such an important investment. We truly appreciate the opportunity to help you understand your new home and go into closing with confidence.

When you need a home inspector who has inspected more homes and knows your community better than anyone else, experience matters.

From pre-drywall inspections to final inspections and warranty inspections, Craftsman is here to help with all your new construction inspection needs.

Thank you for putting your trust in us!

-Craftsman Home Inspections

07/22/2026

If you're spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on a brand-new home, don't skip the one person whose job is to work solely in your best interest. New construction inspections catch issues before your warranty starts and before they're your problem.

07/22/2026

If you're spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on a brand-new home, don't skip the one person whose job is to work solely in your best interest. New construction inspections catch issues before your warranty starts and before they’re your problem.

06/03/2026

Building at Hawk Pointe Towns in Washington, NJ? Protect Your Investment! 🛠️🏡

Many assume a brand-new home is a perfect home. But even in beautiful developments like Hawk Pointe Towns by Ryan Homes, construction shortcuts, overlooked defects, and structural oversights can happen, and they get covered up quickly. Hiring a local inspector who specializes in new construction is vital for protecting your investment in Washington, NJ.

At Craftsman Home Inspection Services, we partner with Warren County buyers through the three critical phases of a new build:

1. Pre-Drywall Inspection: Your only chance to see behind the walls. We check framing, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC rough-ins before drywall hides potential defects forever.

2. Pre-Close (Final) Inspection: Before you take the keys and close on your new Ryan Home, we inspect top to bottom to ensure everything is functioning perfectly.

3. 11-Month Warranty Inspection: We find hidden, settled issues over your first year so you can hand a repair list to the builder before your warranty expires.
Essential Add-Ons for New Builds:

🧪 Radon Testing: New homes trap harmful radon gas just as easily as older ones.

🎥 Sewer Scope Inspections: Heavy construction equipment can crush or block new underground sewer lines before you move in.

Trust the specialists at Craftsman to protect your investment from day one!

👉 Click below to schedule your Washington, NJ phase inspections today!

https://www.craftsmaninspects.com/

05/06/2026

Building or buying a new construction home?

Don’t make the mistake of skipping a pre-drywall inspection.

This is one of the only opportunities to inspect the structure, plumbing, electrical, and framing before everything gets covered up. Having a qualified inspector who specializes in new construction can help identify issues early — before they become expensive problems later.

Trust me… you’ll thank yourself later.

04/05/2026

Buying in Stone Water Village? Read this FIRST. ⚠️🏢

The town inspector is busy. Your builder is on a deadline. Who is actually looking out for your structural integrity?

We’ve caught everything from missing fire stops to compromised load-bearing walls in Landing, NJ. See the proof in our latest blog post and learn why the "right" inspector makes all the difference.

Full details here:

Buying in Stone Water Village? Get the 1 best Pre-Drywall Home Inspection in Landing NJ. We catch structural defects Ryan Homes might miss before the walls go up.

03/13/2026

Why are so many real estate deals falling through lately?

In today's market, we are seeing a growing trend of buyers walking away immediately following the home inspection. With home prices at record highs, buyers paying top dollar expect a property to be in solid condition. When an inspection reveals mold in the attic, an aged furnace, a roof at the end of its life, or active leaks, it creates a level of sticker shock that kills the momentum of the sale.

These findings can feel like deal-breakers to a buyer who is already stretched thin. However, most of these issues are preventable.

The best way to ensure a smooth transaction is through a thorough seller's home inspection before the house ever hits the market. By identifying these concerns early, you have the opportunity to:

🛠️ Address and fix the issues on your own timeline.
📋 Obtain professional repair estimates to provide to potential buyers.
🏷️ Adjust your listing price accordingly so there are no surprises during the contingency period.

A pre-listing inspection puts the control back in the seller's hands and provides transparency that builds buyer confidence. Don't let a preventable finding derail your closing.

Call or text Craftsman Home Inspections at (201) 888-4630 or visit for more inspection information or to book a seller's home inspection in North Jersey.