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Why should I do a home inspection?
You want a trained professional look at the property and all its systems to make sure that everything is safe and in working order.
1) From a visual inspection, are there issues with the building envelope (roof, walls, foundation, grading)? Do you know what to look for?
2) Are systems approaching the end of their useful life (roof, siding, windows, furnace, air conditioning units, fireplaces, chimneys)? Do you know what to look for?
3) Are all of the safety features present and in good working order (hand rails, railing, lighting & switches, etc.)? Are you familiar with all of the regulations that govern wiring, plumbing, building code specifications? Do you recognize what needs to be upgraded?
How many people do home inspections when they buy a new home?
Depending on the area, up to 65% of property transactions involve a property inspection. The trend towards home inspections and pre-listing inspections is increasing as people become more aware of the home inspection service and the valuable information it can provide when making such a large investment.
Why should we hire SG Inspections Inc. to do our home inspection?
We work for you. Our only focus during a home inspection is to ensure that the purchase you are about to make is safe, operable and you are aware of all features and issues related to the purchase.
We examine and discuss any defects that need to be fixed prior to a real estate transaction, maintenance items on your home that you will need to plan for in the future and answer any questions you might have.
Consumer Advocacy
We focus on educating you about the features of your home. We encourage you to ask questions. We talk about your future plans and how you’d like to use your new home. Whether a first time home buyer or a seasoned veteran, we meet you at your level of understanding and take the time you need to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the inspection.
Educational Philosophy
With 9 years of post-secondary education as well as our commitment to life long learning, we are constantly looking for opportunities to upgrade our education in the building sciences and engineering fields.
Reporting System
We use the Home Reference Book published by Carson Dunlop and Associates Limited. It has an effective reporting system and is an excellent resource for homeowners on terminology, maintenance items and how the various systems in a home work. We incorporate our inspection report into this book for you so that you have a great resource for years to come.
Do you recommend tradespeople or provide estimates on repairs?
No. We are not in the general contracting business – we do not recommend companies or provide “ball-park” estimates. Please ask a reputable general contractor or specialized service provider for estimates on the cost of work to repair, replace or renovate your home. We always recommend that you get a minimum of three quotations for any work and needs to be done and interview tradespeople and contractors to ensure that you find someone who is reputable and trustworthy.
It’s really difficult for me to take time off work during the day. Can we do a home inspection at night?
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