Home Inspections Mitigate Major Risks, But They Can’t Detect All Minor Issues

Home Inspectors see houses differently. Your home inspector’s focus while examining your property prioritizes major areas, including the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, as well as the roof and foundation, so that a comprehensive report can be provided to highlight big-ticket work that needs to be completed. And although every inspector prides themselves on being […]

Identifying Shut Off Valves And Breakers In Your Home

All homes are equipped with gas and water emergency shut-off valves. They’re an important part of your home’s mechanical system, so it’s important that you know where they’re located and why you may need to use them before you encounter an emergency situation. Main Water Shut-Off Valve Outdoor Hose Bib Shut-Off Valve Humidifier Water Shut-Off Valve Furnace Gas […]

Top 5 Reasons Realtors, Homeowners & Buyers Love A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections

Building a successful home inspection brand involves a multi-faceted approach that includes partnering with the right inspection professionals who continually add value and simplify the lives of homebuyers, homeowners and Realtors. The key to creating any mutually beneficial relationship is to truly form a partnership and ensure a win-win for all parties.  We’re here to […]

Uncovering Common Plumbing Issues in Your Home

A lot can go wrong in your home over the years, so it’s important to be able to understand basic problems that could arise as well as the appropriate professional to remedy the situation. In the case of plumbing issues, it’s helpful to have a trusted plumber to call when there’s a problem – sometimes […]

Investment & Recreational Properties Benefit from Annual Maintenance Inspections Too

Scheduling an annual property maintenance inspection for all of the properties you own – including vacation homes, cottages, and rental properties that have regular tenants or shorter term rentals through Airbnb or Vrbo – is a great preventative measure that can save you a lot of money before major issues arise. By identifying any problems […]

Identifying Common Electrical Defects in Your Home

A lot can go wrong in your home over the years, so it’s important to be able to understand basic problems that could arise as well as the appropriate professional to remedy the situation. In the case of electrical defects, it’s helpful to have a trusted electrician to call when you sense something isn’t quite […]

Helpful Home Improvement & Repair Cost Guide Now Available!

Inspection expert conducting home improvement & repair

As an existing homeowner or aspiring homebuyer, it’s helpful to know what to expect when it comes to typical home improvement and repair costs. That’s why we’ve created a guide for you that offers ballpark figures and helps take the guesswork out of maintenance budgeting. Of course, the quality of workmanship and materials will influence […]

How to Reduce Radon Levels in Your Home

Testing for radon in your home about every two years is a proactive measure to ensure that levels are safe and the health of your family won’t be compromised. Virtually every home in Canada and the US has some radon, but the levels vary from home to home even if they’re situated next door to […]

Here’s Your 5-Step Moving Checklist!

Moving can be both the most exciting and busiest/stressful time of your life all at once. But where do you start with your moving plan? How do you ensure you don’t forget something important? We’ve created this handy moving to-do list to help make it easier for you to switch addresses. Oh, and if you’re […]

How to Stay Cooler this Summer – Even in a Heatwave!

We’ve pretty much experienced heatwaves from coast to coast already – and there’s a lot of summer left!   If you have central air conditioning, be sure to have it serviced regularly – and especially if it doesn’t seem to be keeping your home cool. (View our Summer Home Maintenance Checklist to ensure your entire home […]