New construction · Pre-settlement
Pre-Settlement Inspection in Reston, VA
Have an independent inspector review your finished new home before closing. Get clear findings and photographs to discuss with your builder before settlement.
Finished home. Before your final walk-through and closing.
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How it works and what it costs
Plan around your closing date
Share the settlement and builder walk-through dates. Confirm that the home will be ready and accessible, with time for the report and a builder discussion.
Inspect the finished home
We review accessible systems and components, perform operational checks where conditions permit and photograph observed concerns. You’re welcome to attend and ask questions.
Take clear findings to your builder
Receive your written photo report by email in 24–48 hours. Review it before the walk-through and ask your builder to confirm agreed next steps and dates in writing.
View sample reportIndependent of your builder. View inspector certifications or meet the team.
What we check
We review the finished home’s accessible systems and components within the agreed inspection scope.
Roof, exterior & grounds
Accessible roof covering, flashing, gutters, siding, attached garage, grading and drainage.
Structure, attic & foundation
Visible structural components, foundation, basement or crawlspace, attic ventilation and insulation where accessible.
Electrical systems
Accessible outlets, GFCI protection, circuit breaker panel and smoke detectors within the agreed scope.
Plumbing & water heater
Accessible fixtures, faucets, supply and drainage components, and the installed water heater.
Heating & cooling
Accessible heating, cooling and distribution components, with operational checks where conditions permit.
Interiors & built-in appliances
Doors, windows, walls, ceilings, floors, kitchen and laundry areas, with installed appliance checks where conditions permit.
Concealed work, incomplete installations, utility status and unsafe access can limit the inspection. This is not a structural engineering assessment, code certification, warranty decision or replacement for required permit inspections.
Closing on a new home in Reston
For a new home near Town Center, Wiehle–Reston East or one of Reston’s village centers, share the exact building, lot or unit number. Coordinate our visit with the builder’s walk-through so you have time to read the report and ask about next steps before closing.
Arrange access to the right spaces
For a condominium or townhouse, include the unit entrance, parking instructions and any elevator or entry arrangements. Identify which areas belong to your purchase; shared roofs, utility rooms and other common areas need agreed scope and authorized access.
Keep the approvals separate
Your inspection report documents observed conditions for you. Required Fairfax County building and trade inspections are a separate process arranged by the permit holder. Ask your builder about outstanding approvals and unfinished work before settlement.
Reston neighborhoods and access planning
Lake Anne Village
For a new-home project in this area, send the complete address and builder contact. The neighborhood name alone does not identify the property.
North Point, South Lakes & Hunters Woods
For a townhouse or cluster property, identify the entrance and any shared exterior spaces you want to discuss before the appointment.
Town Center & Metro station areas
For a multi-unit building, include the building and unit, visitor parking, entry instructions and any elevator arrangements.
Before you book
- The propertyFull address, lot or unit number, home type and square footage.
- Your deadlinesSettlement date, builder walk-through date and report deadline.
- Readiness & accessBuilder entry permission, utility status, installed systems and any building access instructions.
Common questions
Which Reston neighborhoods do you serve?
We serve Reston, including Lake Anne Village, North Point, South Lakes, Hunters Woods and Town Center. Send the full property address and lot or unit number so we can confirm coverage, scope and access.
When should I book before my Reston closing?
Contact us as soon as you have a settlement date. Arrange the visit when the finished home is ready and accessible, allowing 24–48 hours for the report plus time to discuss findings with your builder. Let us know if the closing or walk-through date changes.
What should I arrange for a Town Center or Metro-area condo?
Provide the building and unit number, the entry to use, parking and any elevator arrangements. Confirm builder permission and which unit, exterior and common areas are included. We can inspect only the areas within the agreed scope that are safely accessible.
How much does a pre-settlement inspection cost?
Pre-settlement inspections start from $350. Final pricing depends on property type and square footage. Share the Reston address, home size and settlement date so we can confirm the price, scope and appointment availability.
Does this replace the builder walk-through or county inspections?
No. It is an independent review for you, with written findings and photographs to take to your builder. The builder’s walk-through and required county inspections remain separate. Our report does not grant permit or occupancy approval or decide warranty coverage.
Can this inspection check work hidden behind drywall?
We inspect the finished home’s accessible systems and components. We cannot recreate the earlier open-framing inspection or see concealed work. Tell us about earlier inspection reports or specific concerns when booking.
Book before settlement day
Share the address, builder walk-through and closing dates. We’ll help plan your Reston inspection with time to review the report before settlement.