Foundation Cracks

FOUNDATION DEFECTS & CRACKSSettlement CracksFoundation cracks are present on most poured concrete and masonry block foundations.Sixty six percent of all foundations crack within the first year of being pouredTypically hairline cracks, which are virtually unable to...

Wet Basements

Wet Basement Solutions The two most common causes of water entering basements I have found are; poor landscaping and poor rain water management of water collected by roofs and discharged from downspouts. Poor Landscaping Many homes I have inspected have low areas...

Money Back Guarantee

100% Money Back Guarantee on every Inspection Valid for 30 Days after you take possession of your new home. The Barrie Home Inspector is the only Home Inspection company to offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee without Strings or Time Restrictions.  Some companies will...

Commercial Property Inspections

Commercial Inspections The Commercial Building Inspector team has extensive experience, understanding, and training in the field of Commercial Building Inspections. We have the training and knowledge that enables us to find & identify the sources of water...

Pre-Delivery Inspections

Pre-Delivery Inspections are Important! New home buyers in Ontario are protected under the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act. This offers protection against defects in material and workmanship, delayed closings, unauthorized substitutions and deposit protection up...

Testimonials

Home Inspection Testimonials This is the second inspection we had with Roger and this time we were even more impressed than the first time. I believe it’s full 10-star rating for Roger. The final report is given online and in PDF format (upon request) with...

12 Common Problems

12 Common Defects Found During Home Inspection   Protect your Investment – Look Around Your Home   The Barrie Home Inspector identifies the twelve most common items found during a home inspection. These are items that are commonly found during a home...

Deck Construction

  Wood Deck Construction   Building Permit Required   The Ontario Building Code Act requires a permit to be issued prior to starting construction, if the deck is attached to the house or the deck exceeds 10m2 (108ft2) in area or is greater than 2 ft...

WETT Inspections

Wood Energy Thermal Technology Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc. (WETT Inc.) is a non-profit training and education association managed by a volunteer Board of Directors elected by holders of valid WETT certificates. Through its administrative designate, WETT Inc....

Helpful Resources

Barrie Home Inspector Tips Tips for Home Owners Read about common defects and issues found during performing 7,500 Home Inspections.  Tips on maintenance and repairs can save you hundreds of dollars. WETT Inspections WETT Certified Inspections for Barrie, Alliston...