Home Inspection for Structural Problems
A compression type crack may be a warning indicator of a major structural failure within the wall.
After the Inspection, Buyer Follow-up
A home inspector plays a crucial role in the home buying process by thoroughly assessing the condition of a property. While the initial inspection provides valuable insights, follow-up questions to the home inspector can further enhance your understanding of the home’s condition and help you make informed decisions. Here are a few reasons why follow-up …
Rodent Infestation
Prelude to a Big Bang In May 2023 we were inspecting a property on Bowen Island. When we removed the cover plate on the electrical panel, the bottom of the enclosure was filled with rodent droppings. We never want to see this, especially inside an electrical panel. It was only a matter of time to …
Log Home Buyer’s Guide
Madeira Park View Lot In May 2023, we completed an inspection of a craftsman-built log home. The skillful fit and finish of the logs was one of the best examples we’ve seen of this type of construction. Not all log homes are built to the same standards nor come so problem-free as this particular property. …
Is a Grow Op a Deal Breaker?
Is a suspected grow op house a fatal flaw to you home search? We discuss the signs and action to take.
Inspection Report, So What?
OK so you’ve spent good money on that home inspector and their inspection report. You know what to expect from the house. You discussed the report’s findings with the seller and they have agreed to reduce the price accordingly, so as not to loose the deal in today’s buyer’s market. You feel that the report …
Trees Close to House
Landscaping Issues As property inspectors, we look for items that can affect the house or the safety of the occupants. In particular, the landscaping can present hazards. Two of the major issues are slope stability and trees. Slope stability is a topic for another day. However, trees are the focus of this post. Wind Storm …
Wet Basements
Major Red Flag We are always on the lookout for a wet basement floor or wall. This issues aways requires further investigation after the initial inspection. What’s the Cause? Wet basements have multiple causes. The majority of them are likely going to be expensive to fix. Here are some of the most common failure modes. …
Stop My Inspection!
Should the Buyer stop the inspection when a major issue is identified? It all depends on your budget, risk tolerance and future use.
How Serious Are Water Leaks?
West Vancouver Rental Suite in Distress Ceiling Drip Wet Light Wall Drip Floor Stains In January 2022 we received an inquiry from a tenant about water leaks into their suite and if the temporary remediation was adequate until repairs were made later in the year. We also received a video file from the tenant, from …
Better Use of Home Inspections
So Much Potential The primary purpose of a home inspection is to inform Buyers of the condition of the property they are purchasing. The secondary use of the inspection report is to negotiate a better purchase price. Buyers Need Time Under best case circumstances, the inspection should be performed at least one week before ‘subject …
Choosing a Home Inspector
Decision Making In 2022 how do I choose a good inspector? A very good question. There are many inspection services and you have a limited amount of time to find the right company. Here’s how… Begin with your real estate agent. Every hard working agent will be working with equally hard working home inspectors. Ask …