Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an inspection take?     
A typical home inspection takes about 2 ½ to 3 hours. Larger homes may require more time to inspect.

What are my payment options?
We accept Visa, Mastercard and personal cheques . The fee is payable at the time of the inspection.

Can I be present at the inspection?
Yes, in fact, we recommend clients accompany the inspector during the process. It will provide you with the opportunity to raise questions and for the inspector to address any of your concerns at this time.

Do you provide a report?
Yes, at the conclusion of our inspection, we will provide you with a report. We use a comprehensive reporting system The Home Reference Book. It includes a summary page of the condition of the home, report pages dealing with the major systems of the home and over four hundred pages of reference material corresponding to our recommendations.

What are your qualifications?
We are members of the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) B.C. We have each earned the designation of Registered Home Inspector (RHI). Our inspectors upgrade their training annually,and through additional seminars and conferences, stay abreast of developments in home building,renovations and maintenance. All of our inspectors have performed a minimum of 1,500 home inspections. In addition, we have extensive experience with home building and renovations.


Text and Illustrations
A simple explanation of home construction, with detailed chapters on each of the nine house systems—Roofing, Exterior, Structure, Electrical, Heating, Cooling, Insulation, Plumbing and Interior, plus illustrations showing how each component of the house is made, how it works and how it wears out or fails.

What are your office hours?

Weekdays 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Weekends/Holidays 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.