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House Sound Home Inspections Inc is proud to belong to the Home Inspectors Association BC - contact us if you're buying a new home and get facts for informed decision making. #onestepahead

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Does your property have a metal roof? If so, you should monitor the condition of the paint surface and also whether the fastening bolts are rusted. It might need a repaint and replacement of the fastening bolts but, if in doubt, obtain a further evaluation by a certified roofing contractor to prevent potential leakage.

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Each home, just like each individual, is unique. And each home inspection will have its own set of findings. Our work as inspectors is to break those findings ...down into manageable pieces, to give our customers the clearest, most concise snapshot of the home at that point in time, so they can use that information to decide for themselves. Whether the home is new construction or one with decades of history, a home inspector can provide a trained set of eyes to uncover the history of the home and present the information in a way that can be useful for a buyer to decide if the home is the right fit for them. As well, your home choice is a matter of taste, area preference, and family needs. And the requirements for your home are very personal.

Don't forget to book your home inspection when buying a property - you never know what might be found!

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Time to think about those January home maintenance tasks - here they are: * Change furnace filters; * Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectors; * Check for ice dams and icicles; * Clean range hood fan;... * Vacuum refrigerator coils; * Run water and flush toilets in unused spaces; * Clean garbage disposal; * Check dryer vents and remove lint. See more

Yes, let's squash that old year out of the way and embark on a more positive 2021 - Happy New Year everyone from House Sound Home Inspections!

Go with a pro Got a brother-in-law who’s a contractor? He’ll probably do a stellar job on your renovations, but he might not be the right person to hire for you...r home inspection. A home inspector has to have basic knowledge of virtually everything related to a home,. A contractor might not have the right equipment to look for moisture or test the electrical. Make sure you hire a home inspector whose a member of the HIABC. Our members have to complete rigorousness theoretical training through Carson Dunlop (a Canadian company) followed by a minimum of 75 hours field/quality assurance training. Quality does not come cheap Ask first when choosing a home inspector: Do you belong to HIABC? See more

The following HIABC COVID-19 Phase 3 Protocol has been adopted by Mark Goodwin of House Sound Home Inspections BC: This protocol is designed to reduce the risk of HIABC home inspectors bringing the Covid-19 into the home or carrying it from one inspection to another. This provides the best possible protection for the occupants of the inspected home and future homes, the home inspector, and the community at large. This July 2020 version has been updated to reflect changes in P...Continue reading

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Today only! 50% OFF all Flooring & Tiles! This customer appreciation sale includes our entire selection of laminate and hardwood flooring, all tiles, grout & ...spacers. In-floor heating systems and all flooring related items are also included. Every 9th sale item customer has the chance to win up to 90% off their purchase! Were open today 10-4pm. #squamishrebuild #sale #customerappreciation #fiftypercentoff #shopsquamish #shoplocal #tiles #flooring #laminate #hardwood #todayonly #9yearsofservice

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If youre buying a condo on a development where there is more than one building and the roof has been replaced on your building but not all of the others, read the depreciation report and strata documents to ascertain how the cost of replacing the other roofs is being met this could be via a strata/contingency fund, levy or a combination of both.

It may be the end of summer, but now's a great time to plant! #onestepahead https://myhomepage.ca/fall-love-end-summer-perfect-time-pl/

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How to decorate your walls without causing damage! https://www.hgtv.com//18-totally-removable-dorm-room-decor v

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What to bring on your Home Inspection! If this is your first home inspection, or you've moved and used home inspectors several times, I hope I have a few newer ...insights into how to enhance this experience. It's a stressful thing, making a decision about where you are going to live. You might be raising a family in this neighbourhood, and your kids will grow up here, go to Scouts, make friends, have birthday parties. Or maybe you're downsizing, and you're interested in your home being close to shops, restaurants, the golf course and entertainment venues. It's a personal choice, and of course you've done all the due diligence in deciding on your place. Now you have a subject to home inspection, and this is where we meet. You've already looked at every room in the house, but here is an excellent opportunity to look at it with a more practiced eye while on your home inspection. Bring a tape measure. You might want to measure a room for furniture or area carpet placement or carpet replacement. Bring a notepad or your digital pad to take notes. I'm the kind of home inspector who will be talking a lot about the different components as we do our "walkabout" inspecxtion. These tips and tricks can come in handy down the road, and if you keep a record of them, you'll be happy! Of course, I'm always just a phone call away if you decide to buy, and it's six months later and you forgot what I said about the water shutoff. If you've got an iPad, you might want to take pictures as we go along. I'll be pointing out where the shutoffs are, and the gas furnace, the electrical panel, etc. If there's something of interest you want to "tag" now's a good time! Of course, bring questions. Lots of questions. Every house has it's own story, and sometimes, as a home inspector, it's like being a member of CSI discovering where and how that water stain occurred. Not every water stain is a sign of problems. Sometimes it's a sign of a problem that was fixed on the outside and not fixed on the inside. A new roof replacement perhaps, but they haven't repainted since the roof replacement. Over the course of years, so much depends on regular maintenance. Two houses side by side in the same neighbourhood will have dramatically different results 20 years later. If one was not maintained properly, the furnace might be shot, the sidewalks sinking, water damage in the shower stalls. The house next door to it might be in move-in and like-new condition. There are small signs sometimes, that lead to big answers. In the end, it's all your decision on if this is the house for you. It might be a house that has to have almost a perfect move-in appearance, with all the bells and whistles that you have on your list. Or you might be more comfortable in a home that has some projects attached to it, to make it completely your style while living in it. These esthetics are essentially your choice, many times based on your budget and home-improvement savvy. I built and subcontracted every home I lived in. Why? Because I'm too picky, says my wife, but at the same time, we don't move that often. We built the things that we couldn't change with the best materials we could afford, and the things we could change, we went with a much lower budget. For example, over time, lighting fixtures can be easily replaced to make a home look newer and fresher, but 6 inch exterior walls, well, that's impossible to change. So, bring your questions, your notepad or iPad, your camera, and your tape measure. I'll supply the rest. Happy House Hunting!

House Sound Home Inspections Inc is proud to belong to the Home Inspectors Association BC! #onestepahead

Welcome September!! #september

Welcome September!!

If you have branches or vines interfering with wires outside your property, you need to do something about this such a situation could cause an interruption of electrical service or cause an electric shock. Consult your utility company or the municipality that you live in and ask about advice THIS SHOULD BE DONE IMMEDIATELY!

Some people are still viewing properties before purchase, but here are some tips for buying a home sigh unseen. #onestepahead https://realtytimes.com//1039250-top-tips-for-buying-a-hom

It's amazing what you can find on a home inspection!

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Why timely side replacement is important! #onestepahead https://mhcgutters.com/why-timely-siding-replacement-is-i/

Thinking of redoing the staircase in your home? Well, here's an idea!

Always remember that outlets positioned on the exterior of a building should be fitted with weather proof covers this is to avoid water ingress leading to electrical failure, shock and fire potential. If you have the indoor variety of outlets on the exterior of your home, switch over to exterior grade outlets as soon as possible the cost of doing this is minor. #onestepahead c

Home exterior problems that require attention ASAP! https://mhcgutters.com/home-exterior-problems-you-need-to/

There are still some fast-growing veggies that can be planted in July and August! https://www.hgtv.com//late-start-gardening-what-can-i-stil

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10 ideas for creating a wow factor on your summer porch! #onestepahead https://www.houzz.com//10-ideas-for-decorating-your-summer

If the wood shingles on your roof are cupping/curling, there is the chance of water damage to the contents, finishes and/or the structure of your home. Its unpredictable when this will happen so get the situation assessed and make sure its someone whos familiar with wood shingles! #onestepahead

Well, something's definitely missing on this deck! There should be upright balusters (not horizontal as children could then use them as a ladder) - and these should be spaced not more than 4 inches apart.

Some handy hints to remove scratches from a glass window! https://www.thisoldhouse.com//how-to-remove-scratches-from

The Bank of Canada has lowered the mortgage "stress test" level to 4.79% - this is welcome news for would-be home buyers! https://www.cbc.ca//business/mortgage-stress-test-1.5684685

New office assistant asleep on the job - needs more training!

If incorrectly installed, aluminum wiring is both a safety hazard and an insurance issue. While copper is known to have better conductivity, over 450,000 homes ...in Canada are estimated to have aluminum wiring. In some homes, both copper and aluminum conductors are installed. Most home owners have no issues with aluminum wiring, but when incorrect receptacles or conductors are installed, it becomes a safety hazard. Verifying aluminum wiring is done by looking at the electrical wiring, either between the open floor joists, in the basement, up in the attic, or at the service panel. If the wiring is aluminum and manufactured before May 1977, the outer covering of the cable will be marked, at least every 12 inches, with the word ALUMINUM, or with an abbreviation, ALUM, or AL. If the cable was manufactured after May 1977, the marking may be either ALUMINUM ACM, ALUM ACM, or AL ACM.

Thank you to our clients Peter and Jen for their glowing review - so much appreciated! Mark put our minds at peace with a thorough and professional inspection. He was friendly and welcoming of questions too.

Are you buying a new home and want to ensure it's a sound investment and be advised about any deficiencies? If so, book an inspection with House Sound Home Inspections Inc and get facts for informed decision making. Check out our testimonials! Tel: 604 390 4663 Email: [email protected] https://housesoundhomeinspections.ca/testimonial/

If youre buying a home which has been subject to any renovations, ensure that these were subject to the required approvals or permits check for any building/electrical/plumbing permits and closing documentation from the homeowner and/or the local municipal building office. This is top priority! #onestepahead