Don't Let Your 1-Year Warranty Expire Uninspected
An independent 11th month warranty inspection in Calgary catches settlement cracks, moisture intrusion, and builder defects while they're still covered — before your Alberta New Home Warranty 1-year materials & labour period ends.
Alberta's New Home Buyer Protection Act gives homeowners 1 year of materials and labour coverage from the possession date. After that window closes, any workmanship issues become your expense. Our 11th month warranty inspection is timed deliberately at the 10–11 month mark — after your home has lived through a full Calgary freeze-thaw cycle, spring melt, summer heat, and the settling that naturally occurs in the first year. We document every warrantable defect in a photo-rich report you can submit directly to your builder, turning your warranty into real protection instead of a missed deadline.
What's included
- Full re-inspection of systems and finishes from the pre-possession deficiency list
- Foundation, basement, and garage settlement crack assessment
- Interior drywall, nail pops, trim separation, and grout/caulking review
- Door and window operation after a full year of seasonal movement
- Roof, flashing, and exterior sealant condition after first winter
- Grading and drainage performance after spring runoff
- HVAC performance through Calgary's cold and hot seasons
- Plumbing leaks and fixture operation after extended use
- Thermal imaging scan for moisture intrusion and insulation gaps
- Digital report with photos, locations, and severity ratings for builder submission
Why this inspection matters
The 1-Year Deadline Is Real
Once the 12-month materials & labour warranty passes, builder fixes are no longer free. An 11th month inspection gives you documented defects in time to file a warranty claim.
Defects Take Time to Show
Settlement cracks, nail pops, caulking failures, and minor leaks often don't appear until after the first full year of weather and use. By month 11 they are visible and still warrantable.
Strengthen Your Builder Claim
Our reports include dated photos, exact locations, and severity ratings in the format builders and warranty providers need to action items quickly and with less dispute.
Calgary Climate Stresses New Homes
Chinook freeze-thaw cycles, hail, heavy snow, and clay soil movement stress brand-new assemblies. A generic walkthrough misses the climate-specific issues our inspectors are trained to find.
Serving Calgary & surrounding communities
We provide 11th month warranty inspection services across the greater Calgary area, including:
Frequently asked questions
When should I book my 11th month warranty inspection?›
Ideally at 10–11 months after possession. This gives you time to prepare and submit the report to your builder before the 12-month materials & labour warranty deadline expires.
What does Alberta's New Home Warranty cover?›
Under the New Home Buyer Protection Act: 1 year for materials and labour/workmanship, 2 years for delivery and distribution systems (electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation), 5 years for the building envelope, and 10 years for structural defects. The 11th month inspection focuses on the 1-year items.
Can my builder refuse to accept an independent report?›
Reputable builders accept documented third-party reports. We format findings with photos, locations, and severity ratings so they can be actioned efficiently. Most builders prefer clear documentation over vague complaints.
Do I need to attend the inspection?›
You are welcome to attend, but it's not required. Many homeowners prefer to review the report and then decide which items they want to ask the builder to address.
How long does the inspection take?›
Most 11th month warranty inspections take 2–3 hours depending on the size and condition of the home. Reports are typically delivered the same day.
Can I book this if I didn't have a pre-possession inspection?›
Yes. The 11th month inspection is a standalone service. We inspect every visible system and finish regardless of whether we inspected the home during construction.
Related services and areas
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Other services
- Pre-Purchase Home InspectionFull inspection before you buy — thermal imaging and drone roof scan included.
- Condo InspectionIn-suite systems plus visible common elements, from $375 + GST.
- New Construction InspectionPre-drywall and final walkthrough inspections for new builds.
- Pre-Listing InspectionFix issues before listing for cleaner negotiations.