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 its physical condition is absolutely essential.

For that, you need professional help.  At Hat Property Inspections you will get a Professional Building Inspector that is a Certified Master Electrician with 29 years + experience. I perform thorough inspections and prepare detailed reports that meet the Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics of the (ASHI) American Society of Home Inspectors

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

Click on the link below to view a sample home inspection report of a 60 year old 1,300sq ft home.

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 Home Inspection Services

I offer a comprehensive home inspection service, complete with HIGH RESOLUTION THERMAL IMAGING.

I will walk on the roof, I will go in the attic, I will go in crawl spaces, I will open the electrical panel, I will open and operate the furnace, I will check the appliances required by APHIS, I will do a Radon spot check,  I will take moisture readings around windows and other areas at risk of moisture intrusion.   

I start at the roof and evaluate not only the roof surface, but also the chimney, the ventilation system, the electrical service entrance, the plumbing stack, and any other systems or components located on the roof.

My next step is to inspect the exterior of the home. I use a macro and micro approach to look at both the big picture and all the details.

I then move inside the house, starting at the bottom and work my way up through the home into the attic. While inside, I address such things as the structure, the heating and cooling systems, the electrical and plumbing systems, the interior finishes, the insulation and ventilation, and accessories such as fireplaces.

My evaluation is then communicated through a detailed inspection report that will include all the information required by your insurance company.  It also includes descriptions of all the systems in the home, as well as any recommended improvements, this will help you prioritize the improvements and develop a blueprint for your future in the home.

Best of all, my services don’t end with the inspection. For as long as you own the home, you can call with any additional questions — at no extra charge!

 Home Inspection Report

Hat Property Inspections uses Horizon Inspection Software for your home inspection.  Horizon is an interactive cloud-based inspection report complete with HIGH RESOLUTION THERMAL IMAGING.  You will get a printable, detailed, and comprehensive inspection report containing many color photos, a wealth of supplemental information and many color illustrations and diagrams about your homes major systems.  

It not only describes the house components and their condition, but also provides insight into what improvements may be necessary, and when.  The report will contain all the information your insurnace company requires.  Any recommended repairs and suggested improvements are clearly documented, with color pictures and their implications simply explained with detailed home reference information.

The home inspection report you receive describes each of the major systems of the home, including:

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

The report addresses the condition of each of these systems. Any recommended repairs, replacements or improvements are clearly documented and the implications of the conditions are clearly explained. Once you have moved into your home, you'll likely find more detail is required, and that's when the body of the report becomes most useful, it can serve as your guide for as long as you own your home.

Technical Information

For those requiring further explanation, many descriptions, conditions and suggested improvements in the report, include links to technical reference material providing you with valuable information and additional insight about items in the report. 

High Resolution Thermal Imaging

Every Home Inspection includes a complete thermal scan.  I use FLIR HIGH RESOLUTION THERMAL IMAGING technology to assist with the visual inspection of the home and I include photos of the thermal imaging in the report.

Executive Summary

Every report starts with an EXECUTIVE SUMMARY at the beginning of the report, for quick reference.  The Items in the Summary are components of the home that have reached the end of their life expectancy, do not function as intended, may adversely affect the habitability of the home, require further evaluation by an expert or are unsafe.  This summary is often the most important part of the report for people making their purchase decision.

Action List Creation Tool

To help with your purchase decision, every Hat Home Inspections report includes an ACTION LIST CREATION TOOL. This is a 2nd version of the report that only contains the deficiencies with none of the home descriptions. It is an interactive cloud-based tool containing all the photos and descriptions from the report. You and your Real Estate Professional can use it to list each of the deficiencies that you would like the seller to address.  Quickly draft your list, select items, edit text - add, remove anything, save to PDF and send to the seller.

Home Reference Library

Every Hat Property Inspections report includes a HOME REFERENCE LIBRARY ebook. This printable 460 page encyclopedia of homes is a reference guide to help owners operate and maintain their home effectively.  It contains valuable information about all the homes major systems and the home set-up and maintenance program set out in the book helps homeowners deal with many common problems. The book is thorough and detailed, yet clearly written and simple to understand with many full colour illustrations.

Ongoing Support

My commitment to you does not end with delivery of your inspection report.  Once you are my client you can count on me in the future.  If you need help with your property for any reason, please contact me.  If I can't help you directly, I will find you someone who can.  I am available for; recomending contractors, repair and maintenance advice, project managment or just to ask questions.  I will always be there for you.  

Below Are Some Of The Different Home Inspection Services Available

If you don't see the inspection that fits your needs, just give me a call, I do all kinds of custom inspection protocols. 

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.

Acreage 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.