NEW – Now offering floor plans, available to add on to any inspection!

Sample floor plan – click to enlarge

Congratulations on taking the exciting step of purchasing a new home! As you navigate the process of finalizing your investment, make sure you have all the necessary tools to make informed decisions about your new property. While a home inspection is a crucial step in evaluating the condition of your potential home, there’s another valuable asset that often goes overlooked: a detailed floor plan. Incorporating a floor plan into your inspection process can provide a wealth of information beyond what meets the eye. Let’s explore why coupling a home inspection with a floor plan can empower you as a homeowner and enhance your understanding of your future abode.

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10 reasons you might need a floor plan with your next inspection

1. Interior Design and Decoration
A floor plan allows you to effectively arrange furniture, artwork, and other decor elements. It can help you visualize the space and ensure that everything fits well.
2. Space Optimization
A floor plan can help you optimize the use of space, whether it’s reconfiguring rooms, adding storage solutions, or maximizing natural light.
3. Permit Applications
If you plan to make significant changes to the property, such as adding extensions or building new structures, local authorities may require a detailed floor plan as part of the permit application process.
4. Renovations and Remodelling
If you plan to renovate or remodel any part of the house, a floor plan is essential for architects, designers, and contractors to understand the existing layout and make informed decisions about changes.
5. Buying Sight Unseen
When purchasing a property without physically visiting it, a floor plan offers a detailed understanding of the layout and dimensions of each room. This allows you to visualize the spatial arrangement and gauge whether it meets your needs and preferences, helping you make an informed decision.
6. Safety Planning
Understanding the house’s layout is crucial for safety planning, such as determining evacuation routes in case of emergencies or identifying potential hazards.
7. Insurance and Property Records
Insurance companies may require a floor plan for accurate coverage assessment. Additionally, having a floor plan on file helps maintain accurate property records for tax purposes or legal documentation.
8. Utilities and Infrastructure
Keeping a layout of electrical devices, plumbing, and HVAC systems can be useful for maintenance and repair. A floor plan can serve as a base that helps you record the location of these essential utilities within the house.
9. Personal Documentation
You might like to have a comprehensive record of your property, including detailed floor plans, for personal reference and documentation purposes.
10. Future Resale
When it comes time to sell the property, a floor plan can be a valuable asset for prospective buyers. It provides detailed information about the home’s layout and dimensions, which can influence purchasing decisions.

Features

Stylish and Simple Design

We prioritize clarity and aesthetics in our floor plan designs. Our sleek and minimalist layouts ensure you can easily interpret the property’s configuration without unnecessary clutter or complexity. With our stylish and simple designs, you’ll appreciate the clarity and elegance of our floor plans.
High Resolution in Various File Formats

A variety of file formats are available. By default, we provide two versions of the floor plan in PDF (4000 x 3000 px), one with measurements and one without. Upon request, we provide the floor plans in JPG (4000 x 3000px), PNG (6000 x 4500px), and SVG file formats. SVG floor plans are easily editable using any vector editing tool, such as Adobe Illustrator or Sketch.
Room Measurements

While we strive for accuracy, it’s important to note that the measurements provided are approximate and subject to independent verification. We understand the importance of precise dimensions when planning furniture placement, renovations, or assessing space suitability. Therefore, we encourage clients to independently verify measurements to align with their needs and expectations. Our goal is to provide valuable guidance while empowering clients to make well-informed decisions about their property.
Total Area

Knowing a property’s total area is essential for understanding its overall size and scale. Our floor plans include the total area, allowing you to gauge the spaciousness of each room and the property as a whole, aiding in decision-making and assessing value.
Six-hour Turnaround

We aim to deliver your floor plans promptly, typically within six hours of the inspection. While we cannot guarantee this timeframe due to varying project demands, we prioritize efficiency to minimize delays. Rest assured, we work diligently to provide your detailed floor plan as swiftly as possible, ensuring you receive the information you need promptly.

As you embark on this homeownership journey, remember that knowledge is power. Investing in a comprehensive home inspection and a detailed floor plan will equip you with the tools necessary to make informed decisions and ensure that your new home meets your expectations and requirements. Whether it’s optimizing space, planning renovations, or understanding safety considerations, a floor plan adds invaluable insight into your property. So, as you move forward with your home purchase, consider the benefits of including a floor plan in your inspection process—it may just be the key to unlocking the full potential of your new home.

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Sample Floor Plan – Four-level Split, with Suite

With Dimensions:

Upper level of a four-level split

Main level of a four-level split

Lower level of four-level split, with suite

Basement of four-level split

All floors of four-level split

Without Dimensions:

Upper level of a four-level split

Main level of a four-level split

Lower level of four-level split, with suite

Basement of four-level split

All floors of four-level split

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Home Inspection Services

Inspection Works provides home inspection services in the greater Edmonton area, including, but not limited to, Edmonton, Parkland County, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, St. Albert, Leduc, and Sherwood Park. We will inspect anywhere in Alberta when you need a first-class home inspection!

Other communities we service:

Alberta Beach, Alcomdale, Alder Flats, Alix, Alliance, Ardrossan, Barrhead, Bashaw, Bawlf, Beaumont, Benalto, Big Valley, Blackfalds, Bon Accord, Bowden, Breton, Bruderheim, Calahoo, Calmar, Camrose, Carbondale, Cardiff, Caroline, Carstairs, Carvel, Cherhill, Clive, Collingwood Cove, Cooking Lake, Cynthia, Dapp, Darwell, Daysland, Delburne, Devon, Dickson, Dickson Dam, Didsbury, Donalda, Drayton Valley, Eckville, Edmonton, Edson, Egremont, Entwistle, Erskine, Evansburg, Exshaw, Fallis, Ferintosh, Flagstaff, Falun, Flatbush, Forestburg, Fort Saskatchewan, Gadsby, Gainford, Genesee, Gibbons, Glenevis, Gunn, Gull Lake, Half Moon Lake, Hardisty, Hastings Lake, Hay Lakes, Heisler, Hilliard, Hinton, Hoadley, Holden, Innisfail, James River Bridge, Jarvis Bay, Jasper, Joffre, Josephburg, Kapasiwin, Keephills, Lacombe, Lac Ste. Anne, Lake Isle, Lamont, Leduc, Legal, Lindbrook, Lindale, Lodgepole, Lousana, Ma-Me-O-Beach, Meeting Creek, Millet, Mirror, Mission Beach, Morningside, Morinville, Mulhurst, Mulhurst Bay, Mundare, Namao, New Norway, New Sarepta, Nisku, Nordegg, Niton Juction, Nojack, North Cooking Lake, Olds, Onoway, Opal, Penhold, Pickardville, Pine Lake, Pipestone, Ponoka, Poplar Bay, Priddis, Radway, Red Deer, Redwater, Rich Valley, Rimbey, Riviere Qui Barre, Robb, Rochon Sands, Rocky Mountain House, Rocky Rapids, Rolly View, Rosalind, Ross Haven, Ryley, Sandy Beach, Sangudo, Seba Beach, Sedgewick, Sherrwood Park, Silver Sands, South Cooking Lake, Spruce Grove, Spruce View, St. Albert, Strathcona County, Stettler, Stony Plain, Strome, Sturgeon Heights, Sundance Beach, Sundre, Sunnybrook, Sunrise Beach, Sunset Beach, Sunset Point, Sylvan Lake, Tees, Telfordville, Three Hills, Thorhild, Thorsby, Tofield, Tomahawk, Torrington, Trochu, Twin Lakes, Usona, Val Quentin, Vega, Viking, Village of Pigeon Lake, Villeneuve, Vilna, Vimy, Wabamun, Warburg, Waskatenau, West Cove, Westlock, Westaskiwin, Whitecourt, White Sands, Wildwood, Willington, Winfield