Every Homeowner Wonders: How Long Will THAT Last?

home componet life expectency

As a homeowner, you inevitably ask yourself – or your home inspector when you’re buying a property – how long major structures and systems will last once you move in, including the roof, HVAC unit, windows, and so on, because you know home maintenance is a large ongoing cost that you’d like to manage as […]

How to Prepare Your Home for an Inspection

If you’re planning to sell your home, the last thing you need to do is worry about the home inspection and what it may uncover. As with any process, the more prepared you are ahead of time, the smoother the inspection will run. No home is perfect, so just remember that potential buyers want a […]

3 Things Will Help Protect Your Roof This Winter

Winter weather can take its toll on our homes – especially the roof – when we get into heavy snowfall and mixed precipitation like freezing rain that can cause thick layers of ice to form. The key is to have a plan in place to monitor your roof condition and take action before a major […]

Ensuring Your Roof is in Good Repair

Roof Inspection tips

Roof repair can be costly, but the financial commitment is well worth it, especially as harsher winter weather approaches. And, often times, you can save yourself a load of stress and money by dealing with it as a preventative measure rather than when a leak gets worse or catastrophe strikes and your roof collapses.  There […]

Alleviating COVID-19 Mental & Emotional Exhaustion During Real Estate Transactions

Many homebuyers and sellers, as well as Realtors, are suffering from COVID-19 exhaustion – mental and emotional stress associated with the added worry of contracting and/or spreading the virus during the homebuying process. With booming housing markets across the country fuelled by low supply, high demand and record-low mortgage rates, we’re here to bridge the […]

A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections launches in Burlington and Whitby, Ontario

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2020 A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections (ABCHI) – Canada’s premiere home inspections company – is excited to announce 500% growth in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) with official launches in Burlington (serving Halton & the GTA) and Whitby (serving Durham & the GTA). At nearly 20 Inspectors in […]

Preventing Falls Around Your Home

Did you know that falls are the leading cause in both children and adults for unintentional injury-related hospitalizations across Canada? In recognition of November being Fall Prevention Month, we’re offering tips to keep you and your loved ones safe while in your home.  While falls are common, they’re also often preventable. Some general things you […]

Fire Prevention in the Kitchen

fire prevention tips for your home kitchen

Fire damage and loss of life can be devastating to your family and livelihood. The theme for Fire Prevention Week 2020 on October 4th-10th is focused on the kitchen – one area of your home that’s most at risk for a fire to break out. By following these fire prevention and safety tips, you could […]