Pre-Purchase (Resale) Home Inspections

A resale home is a risky investment without the assistance of a professional home inspection. Be cautious of any real estate deal where you are advised that waiting for a home inspection will probably cost you the deal. This sometimes is the case in a hot real estate market, however it is often a high-pressure tactic used to sell a property that may not fair well during a professional home inspection. Our experience tells us that often during a hot real estate market, many substandard homes are put up for sale. Most of these homes have experienced a fresh look with the assistance of a bit of painting and redecorating which make them appear to be a great buy on the surface. Consumers should be made aware that these properties do exist in Ottawa and are often purchased by unsuspecting buyers only to later find that they have purchased a house full of headaches!

Resale home inspections are often key in discovering issues such as low voltage wiring, knob and tube wiring, old oil tanks (current home insurance issues), the presence of mold* and mildew (a major cause of infantile asthma according to CMHC), structural, heating, cooling and plumbing problems.

Homeowner Assessment

A Homeowner's Inspection may reassure you about any deficiencies of concern to you in
your present home. It will provide you with the information you will need to determine
what remedial action, if any, is required, and the cost involved. You will be in a better
position to determine what course of action to take. Many homeowners consult with
professional home inspectors prior to considering a renovation project.

Pre-Listing Inspections

A pre-Listing Inspection prevents unpleasant surprises for homeowners who are planning to sell their home. A satisfactory Inspection Report makes your home more attractive to buyers and distinguishes your home from similar properties for sale. Since most buyers today have their own inspections conducted, your upfront knowledge about the condition of your home will help prevent low-ball offers, collapsed sales or renegotiation to the selling price based on deficiencies found as a result of a later inspection.

If deficiencies are found as a result of your Pre-Listing Inspection, your upfront knowledge will allow you time to either make the repairs, or price the home accordingly given the work required.