If you are wondering do I need to get a home inspection before buying a home, the answer is ‘Yes’. Let’s consider you were going to buy a used car with no warranty, chances are you would have a qualified mechanic look the car over before the purchase - it just makes sense. Now consider the price of a used car and compare it to the price of a home. Are you willing to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on a property without knowing its condition?
Now let’s say you know you need the inspection but you’re trying to find the lowest price inspection. Keep in mind the old adage is true…you get what you pay for. All home inspectors are not created equal, even in a regulated province. Holding a home inspector license means only that they have met the bare minimum of requirements.
Canadian Residential (CRIS) home inspectors are held to a higher standard. They represent a nationwide company who has over 30 years in the industry. They are required to constantly hone their skills to stay at the top of their profession. Our inspectors have invested a great deal of time and money in their business and they will continue to spend additional time and money throughout their career to upgrade and enhance their skills. The tools they carry are top of the line and they are trained to properly use them.
So although you may certainly find a cheaper home inspection elsewhere, think about the level of investment you are about to make with your future home...and consider the quality of your home inspector may not be the area you want to cut corners.
Now let’s say you know you need the inspection but you’re trying to find the lowest price inspection. Keep in mind the old adage is true…you get what you pay for. All home inspectors are not created equal, even in a regulated province. Holding a home inspector license means only that they have met the bare minimum of requirements.
Canadian Residential (CRIS) home inspectors are held to a higher standard. They represent a nationwide company who has over 30 years in the industry. They are required to constantly hone their skills to stay at the top of their profession. Our inspectors have invested a great deal of time and money in their business and they will continue to spend additional time and money throughout their career to upgrade and enhance their skills. The tools they carry are top of the line and they are trained to properly use them.
So although you may certainly find a cheaper home inspection elsewhere, think about the level of investment you are about to make with your future home...and consider the quality of your home inspector may not be the area you want to cut corners.