Do I Really Need a Home Inspection?

Home inspections are becoming an essential part of the buying process. One of the best ways to understand about a home’s condition, habitability and safety is to hire a professional home inspector. Inspections are intended to provide the client with a better understanding of property conditions, as observed at the time of the inspection.

Home inspectors should make every effort to conduct the most thorough inspection possible.

A properly trained home inspector will review your house as a system, looking at how one component of the house might affect the operability or lifespan of another. Home inspectors will go through the property and perform a comprehensive visual inspection to assess the condition of the house and all of its systems. They will determine the components that are not performing properly as well as items that are beyond their useful life or are unsafe. They will also identify areas where repairs may be needed or where there may have been problems in the past.

Ensure you are hiring a qualified, experienced home inspector.

There is presently no requirement for home inspectors to take any courses or to have passed any tests. Anyone can say that they are a home inspector. That is why it is important to choose an inspector wisely.

Reputable home and property inspectors generally belong to a provincial or industry association. In Canada, there is generally one recognized association for home inspectors in each province. To become a member of these associations, an inspector must meet professional and educational requirements followed by a review. Members of these associations are also required to have errors and omission insurance, just as other professionals are required to.

Don’t know where to start your home inspector search?

Bill Brandsma can recommend several home inspection companies. Give him a call at 403-253-5678 today.

Bill Brandsma Real Estate, specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area.