Professional Home Inspectors in Vancouver, BC

A home or condo inspection is a visual examination of the condition of the major systems of the home. These include the roof, exterior, structure, electrical, heating, cooling, plumbing, insulation and interior. Its goal is to identify and report on any existing major problems. A home inspection is neither a guarantee that nothing will go wrong with a house nor an insurance policy that will cover any problems that may develop. It is designed to minimize your risk, not eliminate it.

A final home inspection will typically take between three to four hours, depending on the size of the home and other relevant factors. Some older and/or larger homes or ones that have an additional suite can take longer. As a courtesy to the vendor, they should be informed of the time involved once the inspection is arranged.

As a professional building inspector, it is a conflict of interest for us to recommend contractors to perform repairs. We offer an unbiased opinion on the condition of the property.

The buyer should attend the home inspection so that they can get familiar with the condition of the home and its components. Prior to attending the home inspection, the buyer should have a list of questions ready to ask the inspector. A seller should prepare the home as much as possible for a thorough home inspection, making sure that there is access to crawlspaces, attics and mechanical room whenever possible.