A new build can look finished on closing day and still hide unfinished work, missing trim, drainage issues, or systems that were never fully tested. If you are arranging a new home inspection Mississauga buyers use before taking possession, Golden Home Inspections offers new home and pre-delivery inspections across Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, and Burlington. Certified/Registered Home Inspector Yama Nehan has about 15 years of experience and is counted among the top inspectors in Ontario. Call 647-704-7100 or book an inspection online.

What a new home / pre-delivery inspection is

A new home or pre-delivery inspection is a non-invasive, visual assessment of the visible and accessible parts of a newly built house before you close or move in. The goal is to document deficiencies, unfinished items, and safety concerns while the builder still has a clear path to correct them. It is not a warranty, a municipal occupancy inspection, or a guarantee about future performance. Anything that cannot be seen or safely reached is noted as a limitation in the report. Our home inspections page outlines how we work from booking through delivery of the report.

Why a third-party inspector still helps on a new build

Builders and site supervisors walk many homes. A third-party inspector works for you. We look at the same major systems a buyer would check in a resale home, with extra attention to incomplete work, cosmetic and finish quality that may signal larger issues, and items that are easier to fix before furniture and day-to-day living get in the way. Buyers in Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, and Burlington often use this step to create a clear deficiency list to discuss with the builder before closing.

What we typically check before closing

Inspections follow the NACHI Standards of Practice and usually take two to four hours depending on size and access. You receive a report with photos by email or as a hard copy. On a new home we commonly review:

  • Exterior – grading and drainage, eaves and downspouts, driveways, walkways, porches, decks, siding, brick, windows, doors, and garage doors.
  • Roof and attic – roof coverings, flashings, vents, insulation, and ventilation where safely visible.
  • Structure – visible foundation walls, floors, beams, and signs of cracking, settlement, or moisture.
  • Electrical – service, panel, receptacles, switches, GFCI/AFCI protection where present, and visible wiring.
  • Plumbing – visible supply and drain piping, water heater, fixtures, and signs of leaks or incomplete connections.
  • Heating and cooling – furnace, air conditioning, and distribution where visible and operable.
  • Interior finishes – walls, ceilings, floors, stairs, railings, cabinets, and smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
  • Incomplete or deficient work – missing trim, unfinished caulking, doors that do not latch, uneven floors, and other punch-list items.

Tarion and warranty awareness for Ontario buyers

Many new freehold homes in Ontario are sold with a new-home warranty program administered through Tarion. That program has its own forms, timelines, and coverage rules. A home inspection does not replace your builder walkthrough, your occupancy paperwork, or legal advice about warranty claims. What the inspection can do is give you an independent list of what was unfinished or deficient on the day we visited, so you can raise those items with your builder and keep records. Ask your realtor and lawyer how the inspection timing fits your purchase agreement and any warranty registration deadlines.

Questions to ask before your pre-delivery inspection

  1. When should we book? Ideally after major construction is done and utilities are on, with enough time before closing for the builder to address findings.
  2. Will the house have power, water, and heat? Many systems can only be checked when they are operable.
  3. Can I attend? Yes. Walking the home with the inspector makes the report easier to use in conversations with the builder.
  4. What standards do you follow? Home inspections are not regulated by Ontario legislation, so ask about training and the Standards of Practice.
  5. Do you carry insurance? Golden Home Inspections carries liability and errors-and-omissions (E&O) insurance.
  6. How do I use the report with my builder? Share clear photos and notes, keep a dated copy, and follow up in writing on open items.

West GTA new builds we commonly see

Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, and Burlington continue to add detached homes, semis, and townhouses in active subdivisions. Lot grading and drainage matter on new lots that have not settled. Attic ventilation, garage fire separation, and incomplete exterior work are frequent talking points. If you are selling a resale home in the same corridor instead of buying new, see our guide to a pre-listing home inspection in Oakville, Mississauga and Milton.

Credentials and where we work

Golden Home Inspections maintains InterNACHI membership and follows the NACHI Standards of Practice. Learn more about Yama Nehan and Golden Home Inspections or browse the FAQs. We are based in Toronto, Ontario, and also serve Vaughan, Markham, and Richmond Hill in the north, and Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, and Oshawa in the east. Our services page lists everything we offer.

Book a new home inspection in Mississauga

Call 647-704-7100, email contact@goldenhomeinspections.ca, or book online. Share the address, closing date, and whether utilities are on, and we will help you plan the visit.