{"id":17647,"date":"2022-03-29T12:22:26","date_gmt":"2022-03-29T12:22:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/?p=17647"},"modified":"2025-03-10T09:40:05","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T15:40:05","slug":"walk-through-appointments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/walk-through-appointments\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect at Our Walk-through Appointments"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/campaigns\/1630\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/content\/campaigns\/media-95185.jpg\" alt=\"Start smart: Take the first steps toward your dream home!\" class=\"wp-image-14662\" width=\"361\" height=\"111\"><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Every homebuilder handles the construction process a little differently, so even if you\u2019ve bought a new home before, you may be wondering what walk-through opportunities you\u2019ll have with a Richmond American home. In this article, we\u2019ll give you a general overview of the meetings you\u2019ll typically have onsite once you&#8217;ve contracted on a home\u2014plus some tips on how to make the most of your time at these appointments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>New home orientation walk-through<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Held about one week before closing day, this appointment is all about giving homebuyers the information they\u2019ll need to enjoy and properly care for their new home. The superintendent or Home Care specialist\u2019s orientation may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Demonstrating how to operate and maintain the home\u2019s HVAC system, water heater and thermostat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Showing buyers where the emergency water cutoff is and how to use it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explaining how to care for flooring, tile, countertops and other selected home surfaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Going over the breaker box location and contents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing info on any included security features, home theater connections, smart home devices or other home technologies, including the home\u2019s radon mitigation system (if present)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teaching buyers how to use and maintain the lawn\u2019s irrigation system (if present)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reviewing warranty documents and the process for submitting emergency and non-emergency claims<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, buyers get information about what\u2019s covered by the home\u2019s warranty and what to expect regarding post-closing follow-up care. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong><br>Duration:<\/strong> Approximately two hours<br><strong><br>Attendees may include:<\/strong> Homebuyers, their real estate agent (optional), the construction superintendent, a Home Care specialist and the sales associate (again, no children, pets or additional guests, please)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Things to bring: <\/strong>It\u2019s a great idea to bring some way of taking notes, plus a camera and a permanent marker. What\u2019s the marker for? Some buyers use it to label paint cans with what the paint was used for (trim, door, interior wall, exterior, etc.) if they\u2019ll be provided; others note the HVAC filter size on the filter\u2019s access panel. It\u2019s also smart to take photos of things you\u2019ll want to remember: paint labels in case the cans are later misplaced or discarded, the labels and legend in the breaker box in case they fade over time, settings on systems, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Focus on the big picture at this meeting. While there may be various items (large or small) that still need to be done around the home before closing day, it\u2019s important to not get distracted from the purpose of the walk-through: learning all about the home and how to keep it looking and working its best for years to come. If you get caught up in noting paint touchups, you may miss instructions on how to register for manufacturers\u2019 warranties on your appliances or what to do to keep your granite countertops sealed and protected. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Closing walk-through<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s just one last walk-through before buyers are handed the keys to their brand-new home! Typically about an hour and a half to two hours before their scheduled closing, they\u2019ll do a final tour with the superintendent and\/or Home Care representative. Together they\u2019ll review and sign off on any work items that have been addressed since the last home progress update. If some work is still pending, such as delayed installations due to supply chain issues, that will be noted in writing and the superintendent will continue to follow up.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Approximately 30 minutes<br><strong><br>Attendees may include:<\/strong> Homebuyers, their real estate agent (optional), the construction superintendent, a Home Care specialist and the sales associate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Things to bring: <\/strong>All your Closing Day excitement and a camera to commemorate this special event!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"cross-sell\">\n  <div class=\"cs-content-new\">\n     <div class=\"u-width-30 cs-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/campaigns\/2158\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-img u-width-100 cs-guide-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/content\/globalmedia\/media-56968.webp\" alt=\"Buying a new home on a quick timeline guide.\"><\/a>\n     <\/div>\n     <div class=\"u-width-70 cs-content\">    \n       <h4>Is it possible to buy new construction and move soon?<\/h4>\n       <p>Our free guide walks you through the process of buying a quick move-in home. 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