Buying a New Construction Home in DFW? Here’s What You Really Need to Know

The Dallas–Fort Worth area is booming with new construction—from the luxury homes of Frisco and Prosper to starter builds in Mansfield and Celina. Builders are racing to meet demand, and shiny new homes are hitting the market every day.

But here’s the hard truth: new doesn’t mean flawless. And if you’re buying a new construction home in DFW, the most important decision you can make—after choosing the neighborhood—is scheduling a third-party phase inspection.

Let’s talk about why.

Why New Homes in DFW Aren’t Always Built Right

With demand for housing still strong across the DFW metroplex, builders are often juggling multiple job sites and subcontractors. Even the best builders can’t monitor every step of every build.

That’s where issues sneak in:

• Foundation reinforcement (like rebar spacing) done improperly
• Window flashing missed entirely before siding goes up
• HVAC systems installed with ducting leaks or poor airflow
• Drainage that fails to handle Texas rainstorms

And by the time your final walk-through rolls around, many of those mistakes are hidden behind drywall and paint.

What’s a 3-Phase Inspection—and Why Do DFW Buyers Use It?

A 3-phase home inspection breaks your new build inspection into three critical stages:

1. Pre-Pour Foundation Inspection

Before concrete is poured, we inspect:

• Rebar spacing and placement
• Post-tension cable setup
• Footing depth and formwork
• Drainage planning

→ You’ll know your home is built on a solid foundation—literally.

2. Pre-Drywall (Framing) Inspection

After framing, plumbing, and electrical are installed—but before insulation and drywall:

• We check framing, window seals, roof tie-ins, mechanical runs, and more.
• Any mistake at this stage can be costly to fix once covered up.

→ This is your only shot to catch issues while they’re still visible.

3. Final Inspection

Just before your builder walk-through:

• All major systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing)
• Appliances, GFCIs, attic access, stairs, insulation, etc.
• Option to add sewer scope, infrared scan, and gas line check

→ This is your safety net before you sign the final paperwork.

Where in DFW Are Buyers Getting Inspections?

We’re seeing a surge of new build inspections across:

• Frisco, McKinney, Prosper, Celina
• Mansfield, Rockwall, Little Elm, Keller
• And new master-planned communities all over Collin, Denton, and Tarrant Counties

Many of these neighborhoods are being developed rapidly—and that speed is exactly why an independent inspection matters.

What a DFW Phase Inspection from Semper Fi Includes

Semper Fi Home Inspections offers:

• Detailed reports same day
• 3-phase scheduling handled start-to-finish
• Optional add-ons like:
  
  • Sewer line scope (especially if the property backs up to greenbelt or slope)
  • Infrared scan to detect moisture or HVAC loss
  • Termite/WDI inspection—especially helpful when adding outdoor living or fences later

And because we know DFW construction, we don’t miss the little things builders often do—like buried irrigation valves, poorly supported gas lines, or grading issues that lead to drainage problems.

Inspections Can Help You Save Thousands—Before It’s Too Late

Here’s what most new construction buyers don’t realize: Builders are required to fix problems before closing. But once you sign the dotted line, that leverage disappears.

With a professional phase inspection:

• You can submit the report during your final walkthrough
• The builder has time to fix it at their expense—not yours
• If they refuse, you have documentation for future warranty claims

We’ve helped DFW buyers catch:

• Improper attic ventilation that would’ve cost $6,000+ later
• Grading issues that would have flooded a backyard
• Framing mistakes that could’ve compromised safety

Schedule Your DFW New Build Inspection

Don’t trust your future to a quick builder walk-through. Our 3-phase inspections are trusted by hundreds of homeowners across DFW—and backed by industry-leading reporting and service.

Service areas include: Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Arlington, Allen, Lewisville, Rockwall, Celina, Prosper, and more.