Home and property inspection services in Edmonton and surrounding area.
We’re glad you found us.
Home and property inspection services in Edmonton and surrounding area.
We’re glad you found us.
Home and property inspection services in Edmonton and surrounding area.
We’re glad you found us.
Home and property inspection services in Edmonton and surrounding area.
We’re glad you found us.
Home and property inspection services in Edmonton and surrounding area.
We’re glad you found us.
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Our Mission
At Inspection Works, we leverage our passion for helping people, building science, and constant improvement to partner with our clients and put their minds at ease.
Our Vision
We empower home buyers, homeowners, real estate professionals, and our referral partners with experienced information, developing advocates and driving sustainable improvement, growth, and diversification.
Our Core Values
- We believe that absolute honesty is the only policy.
- We believe in continuously updating and refining our knowledge, processes, and technology.
- We believe in being friendly and helpful and using humour to help alleviate the stress of the home inspection experience.
- We believe that everyone’s time is important.
- We believe in solving problems, not creating them.
Our Promise to You
Choosing the right home inspector can be overwhelming. Unlike most professionals you hire, you likely won’t meet us in person until your inspection appointment – after you’ve hired us.
Moreover, inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, and pricing! One sure thing is that a home inspection requires a lot of work. Ultimately, a thorough inspection depends heavily on the individual inspector’s effort—or, in our case, two individual inspectors’ efforts.
If you honour us by permitting us to inspect your new home, we guarantee we will give you our best. We will treat your new home with the utmost attention as if it were ours. This we promise you.
Frequently Asked Questions for Home Inspections in the Greater Edmonton Area
How long does it take to get a home inspection?
Because there are two inspectors at each inspection, Inspection Works typically takes about 1-1/2 hours for the inspection.
We then take you on a tour of the home. During this walk-through, we discuss the major issues we found. We also explain the systems in your home and how to maintain them. At the same time as the tour, we perform a full infrared thermal imaging scan of the home. And throughout it all, we answer all your questions. This second part of the inspection usually takes about 1/2 hour.
Extra services like a well/septic inspection or a sewer scope camera inspection can add about 15-30 minutes to the inspection time.
Do home inspectors check appliances?
Yes, Inspection Works will test all major built-in appliances for basic functionality, as long as we can do so. We cannot test appliances that contain the owner’s belongings, such as full washing machines or dishwashers.
What are the most common problems found during a home inspection?
A few of the most common issues found during home inspections include home wiring problems, roof issues such as leaks and worn-out shingles or tiles, inadequate insulation, plumbing problems, and defects in the heating and air conditioning systems. Poor grading and drainage of the yard are also quite common.
Inspection Works will note the severity of these problems in your beautiful photojournal report, as well as explain all the significant issues during the walk-through.
What should I do before a home inspection?
Do your research and make sure you hire a certified, reputable inspection company. Not only is Inspection Works certified and reputable, but we will also do everything we can to make sure you are thrilled with your home inspection.
Make sure that you schedule the inspection for a time when you can walk through the home with us so that we can tell you about our findings throughout the process, and you can ask us any questions you may have.
What are the best questions to ask during a home inspection?
Any questions that you have! Here at Inspection Works, we are here to help you make sure you’re purchasing a high-quality home that’s free of significant problems. We are used to answering all of your questions. That’s our job. However, avoid questions about cosmetic issues – you don’t want to waste time. Focus on asking questions about the most critical (expensive) aspects of the home, such as the wiring and plumbing, internal structure, major appliances, and other such systems.
What is involved in a home inspection?
Inspection Works will arrive at the home and begin examining the exterior and the surrounding landscape. We will also examine each room, looking for both cosmetic and more serious structural flaws. We give special care to attics, crawl spaces, and basements, as these can be indicative of the overall condition of the home.
Inspection Works is a proud member of InterNACHI and follows its standard of practice. Keep in mind, we follow this only as a minimum standard.
What are the benefits of home inspections?
A home inspection by Inspection Works has a variety of great benefits. First, you’ll know exactly what you’re buying once you purchase a home. You’ll see if you should expect any significant expenses, such as getting a new roof or a roof rebuild within a few years. You also may be able to invoke your contingency clause and walk away from the home if a severe issue is found – such as a severely cracked foundation or extreme levels of mould. And, if you do close on a home with more serious flaws, you may be able to negotiate a lower cost or request that the homeowner fixes these issues before you close the deal. Finally, you avoid the potential expenses of buying a home that has numerous structural flaws. You’ll get experienced information, putting your mind at ease, when you know that your property is in good condition.
Do all old houses have problems?
No. Many old houses were built to last for decades or even centuries – and a well-maintained, older home is often an excellent investment. However, because the building techniques and materials we’ve used for things like electricity and plumbing have changed, some older homes have issues like knob-and-tube wiring or polybutylene piping. In many cases, the current owner may have already fixed these issues. If this is not the case, hiring a home inspector allows you to find out and see any significant problems with the home’s critical systems.
What are the key things to inspect before buying a house?
The most key things to inspect are also the most expensive to repair. Here’s a short list of some of the most critical things to inspect for:
- Asbestos
- Foundation damage
- HVAC repairs or replacement
- Mould
- Faulty roofing
- Issues with sewer pipes or septic systems
- Fireplace safety
Note that not all of these services are included in standard home inspections. Inspection Works charges an additional fee for WETT (fireplace) inspections, sewer line inspections, and asbestos testing.
How do I avoid buying a money pit?
You’re already taking the first step. Hiring Inspection Works is the single best way to avoid buying a “money pit.” With two inspectors, you get twice the experience. If you want to be sure, you can invest in extra services, such as sewer scope camera inspection.
What are the common plumbing issues in homes?
There are several common plumbing issues in most homes, but most are not a significant cause for concern. These problems could include dripping faucets, sinks and drains that are clogged and do not drain properly, faulty or failing water heaters or low water pressure. The most important thing to inspect in a home’s plumbing system is the condition of the pipes. If your pipes and other major water systems are in good shape, fixing more minor issues is usually quite simple.
How long will a modern home last?
Most modern homes built with wooden structural supports and a concrete foundation are expected to last at least 100 years and easily reach 200 years. Its longevity will depend on the climate, how it is cared for during its lifetime, and how well-built it is. Some homes will, naturally, last longer than others.
What usually needs fixing in a fixer-upper house?
Each fixer-upper home is different. Once you have a home inspected, Inspection Works will give you a report of any major systems – such as plumbing or wiring – that need to be repaired or replaced. Some of the other common systems that may need attention include the HVAC system, the roof, the structure of the home, and the doors and windows. Beyond this, you can fix things based on your personal preferences – re-arranging the kitchen and the bathrooms, for example, or adding new paint, appliances, and fixtures like sinks and toilets. It all depends on the house you’re buying – so make sure you hire Inspection Works. Walk through the property a few times to develop a “game plan” and make sure you’re prepared for the purchase of a fixer-upper.