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Should I still get an inspection on a brand-new home?

Yes. A City of Saskatoon occupancy permit confirms the build met code at sign-off, not that every system was installed well, and a builder warranty does not cover everything an inspector will catch. Budget $400 to $600 for the inspection, the same as on a resale property.

Priority items on a new build are exterior grading and drainage away from the foundation, the quality of the furnace and hot water system installation, and whether finishing work like drywall and flooring was rushed to hit a closing date. A poor foundation pour on a new home is a worse problem than age-related wear on an older one.

Ask the inspector to specifically confirm the City of Saskatoon's final inspection sign-off is on file, since a new build without it can carry unresolved deficiencies left over from the builder.

New construction is not a substitute for an inspection. Get your hand-reviewed valuation from Joel Dyck.

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