INCLUDED IN THE INSPECTIONOur Home Inspection Standards of Practice
Roof Inspection
- Roof coverings: asphalt shingles, metal, flat/membrane systems
- Flashings – chimney, valley, drip edge, step flashing
- Gutters, downspouts, and drainage direction
- Soffits, fascia boards, and overhangs
- Skylights and roof penetrations
- Signs of deterioration, curling, missing shingles, or storm damage
- Estimated remaining serviceable life (advisory)
Attic & Insulation Inspection
- Attic access hatch and entry condition
- Insulation type, depth, and coverage
- Ventilation: soffit vents, ridge vents, gable vents, fans
- Roof structure: rafters, trusses, sheathing
- Signs of moisture infiltration, staining, or mould
- Evidence of pest activity
Structural Inspection
- Foundation type and visible condition (poured concrete, block, stone)
- Foundation walls – cracks, bowing, water infiltration
- Floor joists, beams, and support posts
- Load-bearing walls and framing
- Subfloor condition where accessible
- Evidence of settlement, heaving, or movement
Electrical System Inspection
- Main electrical panel: amperage, breakers, wiring type
- Sub-panels where present
- Grounding and bonding
- Visible wiring – knob-and-tube, aluminum, copper
- Outlets and switches: operation, polarity, GFCI protection
- AFCI protection where required by code
- Smoke and CO detector locations (advisory)
- Exterior electrical components: weatherhead, meter base
Plumbing System Inspection
- Water supply: type (copper, PEX, galvanized), pressure, condition
- Drain, waste, and vent system – visible piping and function
- Water heater: age, condition, T&P relief valve, connections
- Fixtures: toilets, sinks, tubs, showers – operation and sealing
- Exterior hose bibs and shut-off valves
- Signs of active or historic leaks – staining, efflorescence
- Sump pump presence and operation
HVAC Inspection
- Furnace: age, condition, heat exchanger (visual), filter
- Air conditioner: operation (seasonal), condition, refrigerant lines
- Ductwork distribution and condition
- Heat pump systems where present
- Boiler and radiator systems where applicable
- Fireplaces and wood stoves (visual – not combustion analysis)
- Ventilation fans: bathroom, kitchen range hood, HRV/ERV
- Thermostat operation
Interior Inspection
- All rooms: walls, ceilings, floors – visible condition
- Windows: operation, seals (fogging), safety glazing
- Doors: operation, hardware, weatherstripping
- Stairs and railings – safety and stability
- Basement: moisture, efflorescence, window wells
- Garage: door operation, auto-reverse, fire separation
- Laundry room: dryer exhaust venting, connections
Exterior Inspection
- Cladding: brick, vinyl, stucco, wood, fibre-cement – condition
- Foundation perimeter and grading (drainage away from home)
- Windows and exterior doors – sealing, caulking, condition
- Deck, patio, porch – structure, ledger board, railings, stairs
- Walkways and driveway – trip hazards, drainage
- Retaining walls where present
- Vegetation close to the structure (advisory)
