Frequently Asked Questions About Building Inspections in Montréal

It helps you better understand a property’s visible condition through the visible and accessible components covered by the agreed scope. The observations may highlight defects, maintenance needs and issues requiring further assessment.

We offer pre-purchase inspections, pre-sale inspections, pre-delivery inspections and a building expertise service whose scope is defined according to the issue presented.

Each request is discussed to clarify the appropriate service, required access and assessment arrangements.

Tell us about your house, condo, duplex, triplex or other residential building. Service availability and the scope of work are clarified according to the building’s layout and available access.

No. A visual inspection cannot examine all hidden, buried or inaccessible components. It does not guarantee that the property is free of defects. A specialized investigation may be recommended when the observations warrant it.

Depending on the agreed scope and access conditions, the examination may include façades, doors and windows, visible foundation components, roofing and certain plumbing, electrical, heating and ventilation components.

The included components are specified before the inspection.

A pre-purchase inspection provides information about the building’s visible condition. It helps you ask questions, consider maintenance needs and take recommended assessments into account during your purchase process.

Contact us as soon as you know the property’s address and your deadlines. The visit and delivery of the document included in the agreed scope must be arranged around your transaction timeline.

Yes, an examination of the unit’s accessible components can be included in the agreed scope. Common areas are not automatically included: their examination depends on the agreed scope and access permissions.

Discuss your attendance when booking. Arrangements are clarified according to how the visit is organized, available access and safety conditions.

It helps the owner better understand the building’s visible condition before listing it on the market. The findings may highlight maintenance needs and issues requiring further assessment before taking the next steps.

Scheduling it early enough gives you time to understand the observations and consider any further assessments. Share your planned listing timeline with us to discuss availability.

It addresses the seller’s needs. A buyer may wish to arrange their own pre-purchase inspection as part of their transaction.

Tell us about any ongoing or planned work. We can discuss the appropriate time for the inspection and any limitations related to site conditions or access.

A newly built property may have unfinished work, items requiring adjustment or visible defects. A careful examination helps identify observable issues to consider when taking possession.

As soon as a handover date is anticipated, send us the project details. If the timeline changes, let us know so we can check whether the appointment can be adjusted.

Let us know which documents are available concerning the property, agreed work and planned handover. Their usefulness and the required information are clarified when preparing the scope of work.

Missing, disconnected or inaccessible equipment may limit the examination. These conditions must be taken into account when interpreting the findings and determining which assessments remain to be carried out.

A crack, signs of moisture, deterioration or unusual operation may warrant a request. Describe the situation so we can determine the needs and possible scope of the assessment.

A visual examination can identify clues, but it is not always enough to establish a specific cause. Testing, opening up materials or involving a specialist may be necessary.

Not necessarily. Its context must be examined before drawing a conclusion. A concern about stability or structural integrity may require an engineer’s assessment.

Provide the address, affected area, signs observed and how they have changed over time. Photos, the history of previous work and available reports can help prepare for our initial conversation.

These services should not be assumed to be included. Specify the document’s intended use and the nature of your request before booking so we can define the appropriate scope of work and identify the right professional.

Use our booking page or call 514 346-1932. Provide the property’s address, building type, preferred service and your deadlines.

A request alone does not confirm an appointment. Availability and arrangements are clarified with our team.

The price depends on the service, property type, layout, location and scope of work. Tell us about your project to receive a tailored quote.

The duration varies depending on the property, its visible condition, access and the service requested. An estimated duration can be discussed when preparing for the appointment.

The document to be provided, its contents and delivery arrangements are defined in the scope of work. Let us know your deadlines and the document’s intended use before booking.

Arrange access to the relevant areas and tell us about any known restrictions. Specific preparations are confirmed according to the building type and assessment.

Contact us as soon as possible. Rescheduling options and applicable conditions depend on the scope of work and arrangements agreed when booking.

Tell us about your project in Montréal, Laval, on the North Shore or the South Shore. The exact address allows us to confirm availability and travel arrangements.

Send us the building’s location. We will check service availability and the conditions applicable to your request.