Why Get a Third-Party Inspection on New Construction?

Why Get a Third-Party Inspection on New Construction?
Many new homeowners wonder why they should bother hiring a third-party inspector when their new home has already passed municipal inspections.

Here’s a real-life example that helps explain why:

Back in 1967, a home was built and officially signed off by the local inspector. The original electrical panel is still in place today—with the inspection invoice to prove it passed.

But there’s a major issue: the panel has the grounds and neutrals on the same bus, which violates electrical code when there's a main breaker located on the exterior of the home. This has been wrong for nearly 60 years—despite being "approved."

And this is just one of many similar cases we’ve seen.

So the next time you’re debating whether to bring in a third-party inspector for your new build, remember: even city-approved work isn’t always correct.