FAQ’s

‍We encourage you to ask questions during the Inspection. The inspection is for your benefit and this is the time to ask away. We encourage you have a list if it is necessary. You can refer to the standard of Practice to see what is and is not inspected during an inspection.

‍Every inspection is unique but the average home takes between 2-5 hours depending on factors such as, size, age, outdoor fixtures, polls, outdoor buildings, etc.  An approximate time frame is the usual and will be set aside but no inspection is rushed or left unfinished.

Where does the home inspection fit in the home buying process?

‍In todays market we have made available these variety of types of inspections and they are at different stages of the home buying stage.

‍In todays market we have made available these variety of types of inspections and they are at different stages of the home buying process.

1. Pre-listing inspection
Performed before the house is listed. Allows you, the home owner, to address and correct concerns prior to listingYou can find safety issues prior to having people walking through and around your homeYou will know all concerns ahead of the listing so there will be no surpriseswith multiple offer scenarios all around it helps generate a strong offer at the negotiating table

2. Pre-purchase inspection
Pre-purchase inspection takes the risk out of your purchase. Reduces the possible impact of unknown issues in the home. Foundations, plumbing or electrical can cost several thousand dollars in repairs. Know the details before purchase. We have three different type of pre-offer inspections to suit your requirements.

3. Maintenance inspection
Maintenance inspection. A home should be inspected every three to five years. A maintenance inspection gives you the same comprehensive and detailed inspection that you would get when buying or selling. The real difference is your are mitigating risk in your own home. Homes are like a car, it requires regular maintenance Over time, everything deteriorates…electrical, plumbing, foundation, roofing, windows, doors, caulking. A maintenance inspection allows you to find the areas of deterioration and address the concern before it becomes a problem.

4. New Home Inspections (PDI or Pre-Delivery Inspection)
When you walk through your new home with the builder for your pre-delivery inspection it is wise to have a certified Home Inspector with you. This will help to identify deficiencies which will be covered by your new home warranty. A full report is issues and can be attached to your paperwork for future reference.

5. A new homes first year (Tarion Warranty)
Before you have been in your newly built home for a full year have it inspected by a Certified Home Inspector. Any deficiencies that occur during the first year of the home settling will be covered by your new home warranty. A full report is issues and can be attached to your paperwork for future reference.

Normally we try and ask for a couple of days in advance, but we always try and be as accommodating as is possible.

Yes.

Experience serves our reputation, E&O insurance is because we are professionals. At The Wells Inspection Group, all home inspectors carry E&O Insurance.

EC is the governing body.

Within 12 hours normally but we always give you an idea before we leave the inspected house. 24 hours guarantee. Reports can be prepared right after the inspection as long as it has been arranged at the time of scheduling the inspection.

Grounds, Structure, Exterior Surfaces, Windows, Doors and Wood Trim, Roof, Attic, Interior Rooms, Kitchen, Bathrooms, Basement or Mechanical Room, Crawl Space, Plumbing, Electrical, Heating/Cooling System.

Every inspection is unique but the average home takes between 2-5 hours depending on factors such as, size, age, outdoor fixtures, polls, outdoor buildings, etc. An approximate time frame is the usual and will be set aside but no inspection is rushed or left unfinished.