Business Details
14 Years
experience
Trusted Home Inspection Services in Kelowna
At Attic to Alley Home Inspections, we specialize in delivering comprehensive home inspection services designed to empower informed decision-making for property buyers and sellers. With a focus on meticulous attention to detail, we utilize state-of-the-art technology to assess structural integrity, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and more. Our team prioritizes exceptional customer service, ensuring clients receive clear, actionable insights tailored to their specific needs.As a locally owned and operated company, we serve the Okanagan Valley and surrounding areas, offering specialized services for first-time buyers, new constructions, and multi-unit properties. Our commitment to transparency, reliability, and industry-leading standards has established us as a trusted partner in the home inspection process.
Services
Condominium Inspection
General Home Inspection
Fourplex Inspection
Pre-Listing Inspection
Townhome Inspection
Cottage Inspection
New Home Inspection
First-Time Buyer Inspection
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 personalized customer support.
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive experience.
- We guarantee detailed reports within 24 hours of inspection.
- Our company is ISO 9001 certified.
- We offer free educational resources for first-time home buyers.
Associations and certifications
- Home Inspectors Association BC (HIABC)
- Consumer Protection BC
What people say
Detailed reports
Professional communication
Thorough inspections
Timely service
Clear explanations
Services
Condominium Inspection
Our condominium inspections evaluate structural integrity, electrical systems, plumbing, and common area maintenance. We identify hidden defects in shared walls and roofs while assessing strata management practices. Clients receive a detailed report with repair recommendations and maintenance timelines to ensure long-term value preservation.
General Home Inspection
This comprehensive service examines foundations, roofing, HVAC systems, and safety features. We test installed systems, assess drainage, and provide maintenance guidance. Reports include defect prioritization and cost estimates for repairs, helping buyers negotiate effectively.
Fourplex Inspection
Specialized inspections for fourplex properties cover structural components, rental unit conditions, and shared systems. We evaluate heating/cooling efficiency, electrical safety, and tenant accessibility while identifying immediate repair needs that affect investment value.
New Home Inspection
We verify building code compliance, material quality, and system functionality in new constructions. Our team identifies installation defects in roofing, plumbing, and electrical systems while ensuring proper insulation and ventilation meet industry standards.
Pre-Listing Inspection
This service helps sellers identify repair needs before listing. We evaluate structural components, mechanical systems, and safety features to create market-ready properties. Reports include repair prioritization to maximize sale value and minimize negotiation delays.
People
Tara Godwin
Licensed Home Inspector
Tara Godwin has been a licensed home inspector in British Columbia since 2006. With over 15 years of local market experience, she specializes in first-time buyer inspections and performance evaluations. Tara holds HIABC certification and maintains advanced expertise in new construction assessments.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Kelowna, the Okanagan Valley, West Kelowna, Peachland, Summerland, and Lake Country.
How long does a home inspection take?
Inspections typically take 2-4 hours depending on property size and complexity, with immediate walkthroughs provided.
When will I receive my inspection report?
Reports are delivered within 24 hours of inspection completion, often within a few hours.
Do you offer different inspection types?
We provide condominium, townhome, fourplex, new construction, and pre-listing inspections tailored to client needs.
Are your inspectors certified?
Tara Godwin is a licensed inspector with HIABC certification and Consumer Protection BC licensing.
What should I bring to the inspection?
Clients should bring questions about the property; we provide tools, testing equipment, and expertise.
Reviews (6)
Robyn Leigh
Nov 28, 2021
Report
Tara from Attic to Alley Home inspections was very thorough in her inspection of the home we were purchasing. She was available before and after her assessment and gave us her report within 24 hours as promised! She did a walk-through with us to tell us absolutely everything she found and answered all of our questions. We have already recommended her to our friends who are looking to buy a house!
Tracy L. Graham Graham L. Tracy
Nov 26, 2021
Report
Very professional and thorough. Just love the way she processes the data and explains all the defects and how they can impact us. Highly recommend this professional gal!!! And she has a sense of humor. LOL
Nico Barb
Jul 11, 2021
Report
Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
When Tara did the inspection for the property we were interested in, we were quite impressed with her expertise, and also with her attention for details. She took ample time to look in every nook and cranny, and then to explain and shows us her findings. A true professional! Thumbs up Tara!
When Tara did the inspection for the property we were interested in, we were quite impressed with her expertise, and also with her attention for details. She took ample time to look in every nook and cranny, and then to explain and shows us her findings. A true professional! Thumbs up Tara!
Murray Christopherson
May 21, 2021
Report
Tara was great. The walk-through was thorough and helpful, and the final report was delivered promptly and efficiently (report comes in HTML or PDF varieties). She is also very personable and easy to talk to/ask questions. The only issue I have is not with her nor her business specifically:
She is using the online service HomeGauge to make scheduling and report delivery seamless, which is good. However, the service obviously has not-great internet security practices. Cleartext username/password combos are sent to the client by email multiple times, which would suggest they store them in cleartext
She is using the online service HomeGauge to make scheduling and report delivery seamless, which is good. However, the service obviously has not-great internet security practices. Cleartext username/password combos are sent to the client by email multiple times, which would suggest they store them in cleartext
Paramjit Gill
May 09, 2021
Report
Tara was amazing, she was very flexible with our schedule and timing. She was very honest and reliable, she allowed us the opportunity to cancel till the very last hour of our booking if anything changed. She did a very good job for the inspection and explained everything to me in detail. I would recommend her to anyone buying a new home and needing an inspection as she is the best!
Michelle Burfitt
Apr 08, 2021
Report
Tara is such an invaluable resource when trying to navigate a good investment in this crazy market! She saved us from one poor purchase and reassured us with another. She is thorough, personable and very knowledgeable! She explained her findings in person and then followed up with a detailed report that leaves little to guess work. She is approachable to answer questions that arise post inspection too. Hiring Tara was a very wise decision!
