Global Property Inspections
11118 60 Ave. T8W 0H6 Grande Prairie, AB, Canada

One of the many things that I like about my job, is the views from the rooftops!

We find a lot of hidden treasures during home inspections, some not so welcome! But these are neat!

Things to be aware of when walking your housethis way you won’t be surprised by the findings! Are there cracks? Is this because of settling or some more serious problems with the soil or the structure? Cracks are very common in houses in the Peace Country and something we are always on the lookout for during a home inspection. It’s how they are dealt with that is extremely important! ... During a home inspection, cracks that our visible in the concrete wall and floor can be separated into three categories: Cosmetic - requiring no further repair Monitoring - watch for changes or worsening conditions Significant - definitely requiring repairs by a qualified contractor Here is a great comprehensive article regarding foundation cracks if you would like to learn more... https://royalwork.ca//complete-homeowners-guide-to-founda/

With more rain expected this week in the Grande Prairie region, this is a great time to take a few moments to ensure your sump pump is continuing to work at its intended capacity. Check out the video link below for the steps to do so. Also check to make sure your downspout extensions and outside sump pump hose are in place. This means they are directing the water away from your foundation...and your neighbours foundation. Sometimes the 30 seconds can save ...you thousands of dollars! How to check your sump pump: https://youtu.be/8ppzOQg3MNI Please share with friends, family and neighbours to help remind others!

This is a great resource if you are a first time home buyer!

Congrats to this young family on their big win! They’re moving in!!

Do your shingles need to be replaced? Here are some indicators.

This is some great info if you are due for new shingles.

This is what ends up in the infrastructure when items like baby wipes and paper towels are flushed down the toilets. Wrapped around the pump is various paper p...roducts along with hair and grease build up. The build up of these items can create major havoc on our sewer systems which can lead to clogs and back ups. To avoid this, remember only 4P's go down the toilet - Pee, Poo, Paper (toilet) and Puke!

Day 8 of isolation, feeding the ducks

When inspecting a home during a pandemic, we go the extra mile in taking all necessary precautions to keep our clients and home owners safe! #covid19 #homeinspection

Some tips to stay safe during the COVID-19 crisis.

I would like to thank my friends,customers and realtors for your continued business through these tough times. We will continue to serve you with added safety measures and precautions as long as possible. If it is deemed unsafe we will discontinue services until it is determined it is safe to resume. Until then, we will strive to give you the best service possible. Safety precautions will include no skin to surface contact in homes that are inspected. We will regularly wash our hands and sanitize all of our tools and equipment daily. Your safety and health is of the utmost importance to us. Most Sincerely, Cam Ralston

https://youtu.be/Oeo6Urylz18 Here is a video I made about how you can help prevent winter humidity issues in your home. If you have any suggestions for future videos let me know.

https://youtu.be/Oeo6Urylz18 Here is a video on how to help prevent humidity in your home during winter. If you have any suggestions on topics for future videos comment below.

How to Check for Wind Damage Look for missing and damaged shingles (damaged shingles might be curled, cracked, or torn) on your roof or around your property. If this type of damage is localized (i.e., it covers less than 30 percent of the entire roof), roofing repairs might be able to address the problem. More extensive damage might necessitate roof replacement. Also keep in mind that not only the roof itself, but the chimney, ventilation pipes, roof flashing, gutters, sidin...g and fencing can also become damaged during high winds. Be sure to inspect them for damage as well. If you notice any damage, the next step is to call a qualified contractor before the damage escalates into a larger problem.

Don’t be caught by surprise! Make sure to check your furnace vents for ice build up!!

Happy New Year!! Mention our Facebook page and get $50 your home inspection in January! www.gpiweb.ca/ralston

16 stress-free moving hacks!

https://youtu.be/mxDSulcLpAE Very cool innovation! Can’t wait to see this around here!!

Hey real estate Family, would you like to see some short videos dealing with common home inspection topics? If so, give this post a like or drop a comment below. I am thinking maybe a weekly or monthly video tackling various different aspects of my job, and things I see in the field. If you have any suggestions on topics I would be eager to see them in the comments. Happy Holidays from your Grande Prairie Inspector!

A great winter tip!

Here is some great info on a common problem.