Home Inspection Services in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada

 Need a Home Inspection?

Buying a home isn’t an easy decision. It can be one of the most significant decisions you’ll ever make, so having accurate information about the physical condition of the property is absolutely essential.

At Hat Property Inspections you will receive a professional building inspection from an experienced inspector who is also a Certified Master Electrician with 29+ years of experience.

All inspections follow the Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics of the (ASHI) American Society of Home Inspectors, ensuring that every inspection is thorough, professional, and unbiased.

When it comes to your home, getting a high-quality inspection with the right information simply makes sense. Count on Hat Property Inspections to provide the professional opinion you need when you need it.

See What a Professional Inspection Report Looks Like

You can view a sample home inspection report from a 60-year-old 1,300 sq ft home to understand the level of detail you will receive.

View a Sample Home Inspection Report

 What Is Included in a Home Inspection

I offer a comprehensive home inspection service complete with High Resolution Thermal Imaging.

During your inspection, I perform a detailed visual evaluation of the home and its major systems and components.

During the inspection I will:

• Walk the roof
• Inspect the attic and crawl spaces
• Open the electrical panel
• Operate the furnace and heating systems
• Check appliances as required by APHIS
• Perform a radon spot check
• Take moisture readings around windows and other areas at risk of moisture intrusion

 Exterior and Interior Inspection 

I begin at the roof and evaluate not only the roof surface, but also the chimney, ventilation system, electrical service entrance, plumbing stacks, and other systems located on the roof.

Next, I inspect the exterior of the home using both a macro and micro approach to evaluate the overall structure and identify any areas of concern.

I then move inside the home, starting at the bottom and working upward through each level into the attic.

Inside the home I inspect:

• Structural components
• Heating and cooling systems
• Electrical systems
• Plumbing systems
• Interior finishes
• Insulation and ventilation
• Accessories such as fireplaces

 Your Detailed Home Inspection Report 

Hat Property Inspections uses Horizon Inspection Software, an interactive cloud-based inspection reporting system that includes high resolution thermal imaging.

You will receive a printable, detailed, and comprehensive inspection report containing color photos, supplemental information, and diagrams explaining the major systems of the home.

The report describes the condition of each system and provides clear explanations of any deficiencies along with recommended repairs or improvements. This helps you prioritize decisions and plan for the future of the property.

What Your Inspection Report Covers

Your home inspection report includes a detailed evaluation of:

• Roof
• Exterior
• Structure
• Electrical
• Heating
• Cooling
• Insulation and ventilation
• Plumbing
• Interior

Each section outlines the condition of the system and identifies any recommended repairs, replacements, or further evaluations.

 Additional Tools Included in Your Inspection 

High Resolution Thermal Imaging

Every home inspection includes a complete thermal scan using FLIR High Resolution Thermal Imaging technology. Thermal images are included in your report to help identify potential hidden issues not visible during a standard visual inspection.

Executive Summary

Every inspection report begins with an Executive Summary for quick reference.

This section highlights key findings such as components that may have reached the end of their life expectancy, may not function as intended, may affect the habitability of the home, or may require further evaluation by a specialist.

Action List Creation Tool

Each inspection report includes an Action List Creation Tool, which provides a simplified version of the report showing only deficiencies.

This allows you and your real estate professional to quickly create a repair request list. You can select items, edit them, save the list as a PDF, and share it with the seller.

Home Reference Library

Every inspection includes access to a Home Reference Library eBook, a detailed 460-page guide that explains how to operate and maintain the systems in your home.

This guide includes maintenance schedules and practical information to help homeowners manage common issues and protect their investment.

 Ongoing Support After Your Inspection 

My commitment to you does not end once your inspection report has been delivered.

As a client, you can reach out anytime with questions about your property. If I am unable to assist directly, I will help connect you with the right professional.

I am always available to support you with:

• contractor recommendations
• repair and maintenance advice
• project management guidance
• answering questions about your home

You can count on continued support for as long as you own your home.

 Types of Home Inspections We Offer in Medicine Hat

Hat Property Inspections offers several types of inspections depending on your needs. 

Pre-Purchase Home Inspection

This is the most common type of home inspection. Buying a home is a big decision. Most real estate transactions require a home be inspected as a condition of the sale. A Pre-Purchase Home Inspection will give you an unbiased evaluation of the condition of the home to help you make an informed decision. Have your home inspected before you close the deal to avoid any surprises latter.  

Pre-Listing Home Inspection

Before you list your home for sale have a pre-listing inspection done to discover what repairs and improvements are required.  Knowing what needs to be done to get the home into better working order before you list it will prevent suprises in the future.

Acerage Inspection Package

Buying an Acreage is a big investment, you need a good understanding of the condition of the property.  Not only will I inspect the home on the property, but my water well and septic system testing will identify whether the systems serve the whole property adequately or are in need of maintenance or further evaluation.

The Acreage Inspection Package provides several inspections with one booking call me with your requirements and I will provide you with a custom inspection package to fit your needs.  

Acreage Inspection Package

• Home Inspection 
• Water well flow test, pump system inspection, and water potability lab test with report 
• Septic system surface conditions and alarm inspection

Add-on's

• Shop or out buildings Inspection 
• Landscape Irrigation Inspection 

Condo or Townhouse Inspection

Buying a Condo or Townhouse is a big decision. Most real estate transactions require a Condo be inspected as a condition of the sale. 

A Pre-Purchase Home Inspection of your Condo will give you an unbiased evaluation of the condition of the condo to help you make an informed decision. Have your Condo inspected before you close the deal to avoid any surprises latter.

Home Insurance Inspection

Home insurance inspections are sometimes required by insurance companies if you are a new customer, the building is older or has not been inspected in a long time. They may require information about the condition, age, and life expectancy of a buildings systems such, as the Roof, Electrical, Plumbing or Heating.  A home insurance inspection can be customized to provide you with any information your insurance company is requesting.

Contractor Renovation Deficiency Inspection

Have your home renovation, addition or upgrade inspected prior to final payment to the contractor.  There still may be deficiencies after the contractor leaves site.  I will inspect for improper materials, poor workmanship and unfinished work.  

Annual Maintenance Home Inspection

An annual home maintenance inspection will help prevent damage to your home from not maintaining it properly.  Be proactive and have your home inspected every fall to make sure it is ready for the winter months.  Perfect for rental properties! 

New Construction Home Inspection

There can still be deficiencies even on a brand new home.  Get piece of mind before you make that final payment to the contractor.  Have your newly built home inspected for things that the city building inspectors do not look for. 

Comprehensive Electrical Inspection

Unsure if your electrical system is safe and operating properly?  A comprehensive electrical inspection will identify unsafe wiring and modifications.   It will also provide information on what systems may need to be upgraded to meet current electrical safety codes and what functional upgrades would be beneficial to your electrical system.