West Vancouver Home Inspection

Manufactured/Mobile Home Inspection Needs Special Attention

There are several Mobile Home Parks (MHPs) throughout the North Shore and Sunshine Coast, including Capilano MHP in West Vancouver, The Poplars MHP in Gibsons and Big Maple MHP in Sechelt. A qualified manufactured/mobile home inspector discusses below some of the unique feature of this type of housing. Unique Issues to Manufactured/Mobile Home Mobile homes, […]

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Uncovering Structural Challenges of Century-Old Home

When inspecting a 100-year-old home, one is often met with a unique blend of architectural charm and structural challenges. These homes can be found in Ambleside and Dundarave in West Vancouver as well as in lower Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast. These vintage residences may hold historical significance and captivating aesthetics, but they can also

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You get what you pay for in life.

Professional vs Low Cost Home Inspection

Choosing between a professional home inspection and going for a low-cost fee inspection is an important decision when buying or selling a home. Here are some key considerations to help you make an informed choice: Ultimately, the choice between a professional home inspection and a low-cost inspection depends on your priorities and risk tolerance. If

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High interest rates and high mortgages leaves buyers with a slim disposal income margin for unexpected repairs.

Home Inspection Essential with High Interest Rate

A home inspection is essential in a high-interest climate for several reasons: In summary, a home inspection remains a valuable step in the home buying process, esoecially in a high-interest rate climate. It helps you make an informed decision, negotiate effectively, and protect your investment, which becomes even more crucial when borrowing costs are higher.

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Home Inspection for Structural Problems

Structural Is Costly Serious structural faults in a house can pose significant risks and may require immediate attention. Some common examples of serious structural faults that a home inspection can reveal are discussed below. Foundation Defects Cracked or sinking foundations can compromise the stability of the entire structure and lead to uneven floors, walls, and

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Competative bidding may required a different approach to a Home Inspection

Inspection Approach to Competitive Bids

Competitive Bids and Home Inspections Eliminate the Home Inspection In December 2021 we had a client inquiry about doing a home inspection on Sunday Boxing Day. Obviously we were not able to accomodate this rather desperate request. Instead, we suggested the day after, Monday.  After we provided our fee proposal for a $1000 inspection of

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