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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Occupancy Certificate Issued In the normal course of events leading up to listing a newly constructed house for sale, the Builder will have completed all the progress permiting requirements by the municipality. These permits will have included permits taken out, inspected and passed by the city inspectors for excavation, forming prior to concrete pour, framing, …
Abstract: Gibsons Home Inspector note on foundations built on a bluff. Rampart Foundations A rampart means a barrier and in this case the foundation wall certainly fit that description. When the inspector came around to the back or cliff-side of the property, he was momentarily transported to 16th century Europe with the sight of a …
Abstract: Gibsons Home Inspector notes on how the BC Plumbing Code is poorly worded and applied to the main water shut-off valve, and its accessibility in case of emergency. Photo: Main water shutoff valve located next to the foundation wall. Difficult to access because it is in the crawlspace, distant from the access hatch. What …
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Abstract: Gibsons Home Inspector notes on a vintage house and what it tells us about the history of the area and development of lower Gibsons, which was originally called Gibsons Landing. Photo: View of Gibsons harbour from a century old house. Pioneers South Fletcher Road still has a few of these pioneer homes, from a …
Abstract: Gibsons Home Inspector note to first time condo buyers, what to review and how far their liability extends. First Time Buyers Learning Curve We really appreciate having the opportunity to do condo inspections for first time buyers. It’s a huge financial commitment as well as a learning curve on property ownership. One such inspection …
A home inspection on a renovated home should identify if any walls have been removed or altered. If, so it is important to determine if they were load bearning structural elements.
Abstract: North Shore and Sunshine Coast Inspector note on what it means when the house is described in its MLS listing as having ‘good bones’. This should be a red flag for buyers. MLS Listing Information Prior to doing an inspection we always review the MLS listing. In particular we carefully read the realtor’s description …
Abstract: Gibsons Home Inspector notes on vaulted ceilings. If this feature is not original but a modification to the house, then be sure to confirm that it was built properly. View Property EKAN recently inspected a mid-century house in Lower Gibsons with a standout water view of the harbour. In fact, when doing the roof …