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New Construction in Palm Beach Gardens
Buy with a builder’s eye
Before you sign with a builder, bring someone who has been on the other side.
Yannick Couillard worked in residential construction as a superintendent with Lennar, GL Homes and Kolter Homes, building and managing hundreds of single-family homes. He knows what gets inspected, what gets rushed and which questions a sales center hopes you won’t ask.
Register early. Bring Yannick with you on your first visit to a sales center. Builder sales representatives work for the builder, and in many cases buyers who visit alone before engaging an agent can lose the chance to have representation on that purchase. Confirm the builder’s registration policy before your first visit.
Four inspections that protect your investment
Most problems are cheap to fix early and expensive to find after closing.
Foundation / pre-pour
Slab, rebar, plumbing rough-in locations and elevations before concrete goes down. Mistakes here are permanent.
Framing
Structure, hurricane straps and connectors, window and door openings, and whether the build matches the plans you signed.
Pre-drywall
The last time you can see inside the walls: electrical, plumbing, HVAC ducts, insulation and fireblocking.
Final / pre-closing walk
Finishes, operation of every system, drainage and grading, and a written punch list with deadlines before you close.
What to confirm before you sign the contract
- Deposit schedule, what is refundable, and what happens if the closing date slips
- What is included versus an upgrade, in writing, with prices
- Warranty terms in writing: what is covered, for how long, and how to file a claim
- Lot details: elevation, drainage, easements, flood zone and what can be built next to you
- HOA or CDD fees, assessments and any club membership attached to the home
- Who your representation is: the sales center works for the builder
General guidance, not legal advice. Have a Florida real estate attorney review any builder contract.
Tell Yannick what you’re building toward
Share your timeline, budget range and the communities you’re considering. You’ll get an honest read on builders, lots and what to ask.