Are you getting ready to buy or sell a home in Canada? If so, it's essential to prepare for a home inspection. Home inspections are an important part of the home buying and selling process, as they help to ensure that the property is safe and in good condition. To make sure your home inspection goes smoothly, there are a few steps you can take to get ready. First, make sure all pilot lights are on.
If the attic hatch is inside a closet, it's a good idea to take off your clothes before entering, as insulation material may fall through the hatch during the inspection. When selecting an inspector, it's important to ensure they belong to an industrial organization such as the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI). This organization maintains rules and codes for its members, so choosing an inspector who is a member of CAHPI can provide greater safety. Smart sellers will have already prepared their home for inspection in advance, sometimes even before they receive an offer.
Brian Wetzel, a licensed home inspector working in York County, South Carolina, offers his clients a home inspection checklist with essential items for the interior, exterior, kitchen, bathroom and garage so that sellers can prepare for an inspection like a professional. It's also recommended to inspect newly built homes before purchase, although the new home warranty (or “new home guarantee” in Quebec) covers new construction in most Canadian provinces.
