Informed Home Inspections

If you're looking at new homes, what should you being doing right now? Check out our post to find out! Includes Pro-tips for things to look for when you're viewing a new home https://www.informedhome.ca/buying-a-home-do-this-now/

Thank you to all of our customers that helped make 2020 a successful year despite the trials of this pandemic. Here's wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season and all the best in 2021!

Do you wonder what should be included in your home inspection? Grab a coffee and read our new post at: https://www.informedhome.ca/what-to-expect-during-your-hom/

The leak in your home you probably don't know about. This was a new bathroom remodel and the toilet was not correctly installed, but loose toilets can happen over time too with daily use. Next time you sit on your throne - check for a wobble - if it feels like a rocking chair that's not good!

Sewer back-ups can happen at any time either do to an issue with your homes individual sewer line, or with the municipal line. Have a back-water valve installed to prevent the issue - it could save you thousands! https://www.homeinspector.org//Sewer-Backup/15560/Article

This is an electric wire inside the wall that was overheating. It's one of the many reasons thermal imaging is included with EVERY pre-purchase home inspection.

So you’re ready to put in an offer. And you’ve got a subject to home inspection subject in there. Good for you!... Now is NOT the time to drop the ball. It might seem easier to just take the advice of a realtor at this time, but doing your homework now is more important than ever. Not all home inspectors are created equally, or run their business the same. Although ALL home inspectors must be licensed through Consumer Protection BC, your protection may just stop there. The home inspector has a minimum scope of inspection and may not even adhere to any code of ethical behaviour as directed by an association. They may even have allegiance to the selling agent, which puts you at risk. Belonging to an association is not a requirement (any more) to conducting a home inspection business. That is where hiring a home inspector who belongs to HIABC makes a difference. HIABC and its accredited members are committed to protecting you by: Providing and requiring members attend quality educational and training opportunities Creating and using best home inspection practices Adhering to a Code of Ethics eliminating conflicts of Interest Maintaining a professional arms length between the home inspection and real estate industries to ensure consumer confidence Working with the BC Government to raise the level of excellence for home inspections in BC Holding our member inspectors to our higher standards and business practices Providing a 1-800 number for consumers to call with questions about the Industry, our Association, or our Members Providing a fully staffed office to offer full time support and assistance to our members and the public

Keep your energy bill low while you are staying at home with these tips from HIABC.