Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Home Inspection Experts in Canada
For over 35 years, Canadian Residential Inspection Services has been Canada's premier home inspection specialist, delivering unbiased, comprehensive evaluations nationwide. Our team of professionally trained, accredited inspectors utilizes advanced technology and proprietary reporting systems to provide immediate, detailed insights during every inspection. With a commitment to transparency and client education, we offer half-hour consultations to review findings in layman's terms, ensuring clients make informed real estate decisions.Our 100% Canadian-owned network of franchisees extends from coast to coast, maintaining rigorous standards through continuous training and adherence to industry certifications. We prioritize client satisfaction through user-friendly digital reports, repair list generation capabilities, and 24/7 online scheduling convenience.
Services
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Seller Inspection
New Owner Inspection
New Build Inspection
11th Month Inspection
Home Maintenance Inspection
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of home inspection expertise across Canada
- Proprietary reporting system with instant results
- 24/7 online scheduling for client convenience
- Nationally accredited training for all inspectors
- Completely unbiased third-party evaluations
Associations and certifications
- National Home Inspectors Certification Council
What people say
Professional & Personable
Thorough & Detail-Oriented
Easy Process, No Stress
Highly Knowledgeable
Excellent Communication
Services
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Our Pre-Purchase Inspection provides comprehensive evaluation of property condition for prospective buyers. We examine structural components, mechanical systems, and potential safety hazards to identify repair needs. Our detailed reports with digital documentation help buyers make informed investment decisions while negotiating purchase terms.
Seller Inspection
Seller Inspections help property owners identify issues before listing their homes. Our certified inspectors assess all major systems to create market-ready reports that demonstrate property readiness to potential buyers. This proactive approach streamlines sales processes and enhances buyer confidence through transparency.
New Build Inspection
New Build Inspections identify construction defects in recently completed homes. We examine workmanship quality, code compliance, and system functionality to catch issues before warranty periods expire. Our detailed assessments help owners address problems while builders remain responsible for corrections.
Home Maintenance Inspection
Scheduled maintenance inspections identify developing issues before they become major problems. Our inspectors check critical systems every 3-5 years to ensure ongoing home performance. Proactive maintenance recommendations help preserve property value and prevent costly emergency repairs.
11th Month Inspection
11th Month Inspections focus on identifying warranty-covered issues before new home warranties expire. We systematically examine construction elements to ensure builders address defects while still under obligation. This final assessment protects owners' investments during the critical warranty transition period.
People
David Pothier
President
Leading Canadian Residential Inspection Services since its formative years, David brings decades of industry expertise to oversee national operations and quality standards.
Mathew Brown
Home Inspector
Saskatoon-based inspector with specialized expertise in prairie-region housing assessments, serving clients across central Canada.
Mike Legere
Certified Professional Inspector
Fredericton-based CPI with extensive Atlantic region experience, providing thorough assessments while maintaining NHICC certification standards.
Jeff Muttart
Home Inspector
Prince Edward Island inspector combining local market knowledge with national inspection protocols to serve maritime region clients.
Cam Lorincz
Home Inspector
Vernon-based inspector serving British Columbia's interior region with comprehensive assessments tailored to western Canadian housing standards.
Questions
What does a home inspection cover?
Our inspections evaluate major systems including structure, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roof, foundation, and insulation with detailed reporting on observed conditions.
How long does a home inspection take?
Typical inspections require 2-3 hours depending on property size, followed by a 30-minute consultation to review findings and documentation.
Can I attend the inspection?
We strongly encourage client attendance to observe the process, ask questions, and receive immediate clarification on findings.
Are inspection reports available immediately?
Yes, our proprietary system generates comprehensive digital reports on-site within minutes of completing the physical inspection.
Do you offer inspection warranties?
We provide 90-day home warranties with select services and recommend our maintenance inspection program for ongoing protection.
How do I schedule an inspection?
Use our 24/7 online scheduling system or call 1-800-550-1533 to connect with local inspectors across Canada.
Reviews (5)
Karen Hanson
Dec 09, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Always thorough and happy to answer any questions. Used Alex three times now and its always been great.
Always thorough and happy to answer any questions. Used Alex three times now and its always been great.
Elan LaMontagne
Sep 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Alex from Canadian Residential was excellent. He was thorough, took the time to explain everything clearly and so very pleasant and easy to work with. He was responsive to any questions and anticipated what was helpful for me to know.
Alex from Canadian Residential was excellent. He was thorough, took the time to explain everything clearly and so very pleasant and easy to work with. He was responsive to any questions and anticipated what was helpful for me to know.
Peej Silva
Aug 01, 2021
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Mr. Alex (Inspector) arrived at the place before the scheduled time. He got all the necessary materials and equipment for the Home Inspection. The inspector was very polite, informative and showed that he really knew what he's doing. We walked through the house and showed me all the areas that needs concern. This is a well organized company and employees are knowledgable about their work. Satisfaction guaranteed!
C. Nelson
Aug 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Alex was professional, patient and thorough. He answered all of my questions and guided me through the process. He did not rush me and took time to explain his findings.
Alex was professional, patient and thorough. He answered all of my questions and guided me through the process. He did not rush me and took time to explain his findings.
Maria Samson
Jul 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Alex performed the inspection on a twenty year old house for us. The inspection was incredibly thorough with explanations, pictures, thermal imaging and moisture detection. The report and how it was performed gave us piece of mind.
Alex performed the inspection on a twenty year old house for us. The inspection was incredibly thorough with explanations, pictures, thermal imaging and moisture detection. The report and how it was performed gave us piece of mind.
