Too many people think of home inspections as tools for homebuyers only. An inspection is a critical part of any home purchase – I’d never advise anyone to buy a home without one – but I’m here to tell you that inspections are as useful for sellers as they are for buyers.

Like the doctor who is a general practitioner examining a patient, the home inspector examines the home to assess its condition and health. If a serious problem is discovered, the inspector brings this to the attention of the customer and may recommend a specialist.

A typical home inspection takes two to three hours, during this time the house is examined from the ground up and from the outside in. A good home inspection should include observation and, when appropriate, operation of the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical, and appliance systems, as well as observation of structural components: roof, foundation, basement, exterior and interior walls, chimney, doors, and windows. Findings should be provided in the form of a comprehensive inspection report, which includes an objective evaluation of the condition the home, clearly outlining any existing defects and potential problems.

A standard home inspection includes an evaluation of all the major, accessible elements and systems of a home, including built-in major appliances and is performed according to industry standards. We review all findings with our clients and we then develop a computerized report which typically contains about 60 t0 90 pictures and detailed commentary.

The truth is, without a thorough home inspection performed by a qualified professional, neither the buyer nor the seller can really know what defects may exist in a home. Our company has performed over 4,000 inspections, which is more than any other franchise company. As part of your home inspection, the Barrie Home Inspector will evaluate all the major elements of the home, including heating, cooling, structure, electrical, plumbing – and more, so that you can make an informed home purchase decision.

Buyers are in a difficult real estate market that is full of foreclosures, short sales, poorly maintained homes and homes sellers who try to flip for a quick profit after performing shoddy cosmetic upgrades. Hiring the most experienced home inspector you can afford is one way to find out what is actually wrong with the home prior to purchase.

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