Fort Lauderdale, Florida
11th Month & Builder Warranty Inspections in Fort Lauderdale, FL
An 11th Month Inspection helps Fort Lauderdale homeowners document concerns before their builder’s warranty submission deadline. Share issues you have noticed since moving in and repairs that have not resolved them. Schedule with time to review the findings and submit them through your builder’s process.
Led by Scott Burke, Certified Master Inspector®A closer look at the scope
THE RIGHT INSPECTION FOR THIS HOME
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For owners of recently built homes preparing a list of observed concerns to discuss with their builder, often near the end of the first year.
Compare inspection purposesKNOW WHAT TO EXPECT
What the inspection covers
Bring the changes you have noticed since move-in. We review accessible conditions and document concerns for your builder conversation.
Roofing, foundation & home systems
We inspect visible, accessible roofing, foundation, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC components and document observed concerns within the agreed scope.
Changes you have noticed
Point out recurring leaks, cooling concerns, cracks, or doors that have changed since move-in. Your observations help focus the conversation.
A report for follow-up
Use the documented findings when contacting the builder or arranging specialist evaluation.
Organize your questions before your deadline
Use the findings when contacting the builder or arranging specialist evaluation. Check the submission date and instructions in your own warranty; the inspection does not determine coverage or guarantee repairs.
We do not determine warranty coverage or guarantee repairs. Warranty terms, builder decisions, and any dispute process are separate from the inspection. Read the inspection scope and standards.
Full Builder’s Warranty Inspection guide
Based on a real field inspection photo, digitally anonymized with AI.Give your builder a clear starting point.
See what we documented, why it matters and the recommended next steps.
See the finding and next stepsYOUR INSPECTION, EXPLAINED
Questions about your inspection
How long will the inspection take?
Typically about 2½–3 hours. The home’s size, age and accessibility to major systems can make the visit shorter or longer.
Is this always an 11-month inspection?
No. The 11th month is a common planning point for a one-year builder warranty, but you can arrange an inspection earlier. Your builder’s written coverage and submission deadlines determine the date to work toward.
Can you confirm the builder fixed an item?
A follow-up inspection can document the visible, accessible condition of specific items after a repair. It cannot verify work hidden behind finished surfaces or guarantee the repair will never fail. Share the original findings and repair details so we can agree on what to recheck.
Is this a home warranty policy?
No. A Builder’s Warranty Inspection documents visible, accessible conditions to discuss with your builder. It does not provide warranty coverage or decide which repairs are covered. Check your actual warranty terms and submission instructions.
How much does a Builder’s Warranty Inspection cost?
Our published price guide starts at $550 for homes up to 1,999 sq ft. Property details and requested services affect the total; review your property-specific quote before booking. Both 4 Point and Wind Mitigation reports are included at no additional inspection charge with a full inspection under 4,000 sq ft. At 4,000 sq ft or more, standalone insurance rates apply.
Should I wait until the last month of my warranty?
No. Book while there is still time to inspect, review the report and submit concerns through your builder’s required process. Booking an inspection does not extend the warranty or its submission deadline.
What should I tell the inspector about changes since move-in?
Share recurring leaks, cooling concerns, cracks or doors that have changed, including where and when you notice them. Photos and relevant builder correspondence add context to the review of accessible conditions.
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Optional: property records and local guidance for Fort Lauderdale
Looking into earlier renovations or gathering documents? These resources can help. You do not need to complete this research to book your inspection. Share what you have and ask us about the rest.
Give recurring concerns a clear history
Keep notes about earlier repairs and what you have noticed since. Fort Lauderdale’s LauderBuild records may provide context for alterations, while your warranty documents determine the builder’s process. An inspection gives current observations and photographs a clear place in that record.
Read beyond the LauderBuild search summary
- Search for the relevant Fort Lauderdale address or permit record. If needed, try just the street number and name.
- Open the matching record and review the detailed status; a completed task indicator alone does not establish approval.
- Keep available documents with your questions. Some attachments require sign-in or help from the owner or city.
Use the record to prepare questions. It does not establish the home’s current condition.
Bring these details to your inspection
- Document recurring concerns with their location and timing.
- Collect earlier repair notes and relevant LauderBuild work history.
- Separate any waterfront or other specialist concerns from the agreed home-inspection scope.
Local property questions
Can I research a previous repair in LauderBuild?
Use the available property or permit information to find the matching record. The city permits public basic searches; some attachments require sign-in or additional access. Keep the record with the builder’s repair explanation, and ask the city about missing information rather than inferring what happened.
More about this inspection
- Prepare before your builder’s warranty deadline
Plan your questions and documentation around your actual warranty terms.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Arrange your Fort Lauderdale inspection
Choose the inspection that supports your next step. Review the quote for your property and appointment details, or talk through your questions with our team.