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Giacomo Ciavaglia · Founder

The inspector behind
Inspecteur Élite.

Certified building inspector serving Greater Montreal. Pre-purchase, condo, house, multi-unit and commercial inspections — with the rigour and transparency you expect from a premium service.

Giacomo Ciavaglia, certified building inspector, founder of Inspecteur Élite in Montreal
Thousands
Inspections completed
My background

From the worksite to the
inspection report.

A building inspector in Montreal since 2018, I work with buyers, sellers and investors on house, condo, multi-unit and commercial building inspections across Greater Montreal.

Before founding Inspecteur Élite, I built solid hands-on experience in general renovation and property management in Montreal. That dual perspective lets me assess a building with a complete understanding of its real condition, day-to-day function, and the long-term consequences a neglected issue can cause.

InterNACHI IBC Insured by Intact Bilingual FR / EN 10+ years in real estate
My philosophy

Spotting deficiencies is just
where it starts.

A rigorous inspection is more than a list of findings. It gives you the context you need to make an informed decision — about buying, selling, or managing a building.

"I don't just identify deficiencies. I analyze their origins, I evaluate the possible consequences, and I explain what they actually mean for the building and for our clients."
— Giacomo Ciavaglia, founder of Inspecteur Élite
What you receive

A report built for
decision-making.

Every inspection produces a detailed professional report, organized to be easy to read and to share with a real-estate broker, lawyer, or contractor as needed.

✓Over 400 verified points — Structure, foundation, roof, plumbing, electrical, heating, insulation, windows, exterior.
✓Basic FLIR thermal check — When conditions allow, during a complete inspection. Advanced thermography available as add-on from $350+tax.
✓24h* residential report — Photos, prioritized findings, concrete recommendations.
✓Your presence is welcome — Attend the inspection and ask your questions on site.
✓Post-inspection follow-up — Your questions after the report is delivered are included.
✓Available 7 days a week — Weekday and weekend inspections at the same rate.
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Service area

Across all of
Greater Montreal.

Residential and commercial inspections across every region of Greater Montreal and beyond.

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Montreal
All boroughs.
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Laval
Chomedey, Sainte-Rose, Vimont and more.
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South Shore
Brossard, Longueuil, Saint-Lambert, Boucherville.
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North Shore
Terrebonne, Blainville, Boisbriand, Repentigny.
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West Island
Beaconsfield, Pointe-Claire, Kirkland, DDO.
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Other regions
Laurentides, Lanaudière, Estrie/Montérégie/Mauricie.
FAQ

Questions about
inspections.

How much does a home inspector cost in Montreal? What is the price of an inspection?+
Our rates start at $550+tax for a condo inspection, $750+tax for a single-family home inspection, and custom quote for plex, multi-unit and commercial inspections. The cost of a home inspector, house inspector, property inspector or residential building inspector depends on the size, age and complexity of the building. See our detailed pricing or contact us for a precise quote.
Are you a certified, licensed and accredited home inspector?+
Yes. We are InterNACHI-certified (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors), IBC Network members, and professionally insured. As a certified inspector, licensed inspector, accredited inspector, home inspector, house inspector, property inspector or residential building inspector, we meet the most demanding North American standards of practice.
Which areas do you offer your home inspection services?+
We offer inspection services in Montreal and throughout the Greater Montreal area: Island of Montreal (all boroughs — Verdun, Plateau, Rosemont, Côte-des-Neiges, Westmount, Saint-Léonard, Ville-Marie, Mercier–Hochelaga, Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles, Montréal-Nord, and more), West Island, Laval, South Shore (Brossard, Longueuil, Boucherville, Saint-Bruno, etc.), North Shore (Terrebonne, Mascouche, Repentigny, Blainville, Sainte-Thérèse, etc.), Laurentides, Lanaudière, as well as Estrie, Montérégie and Mauricie. Bilingual FR/EN service available.
How long does a home inspection take?+
A pre-purchase inspection typically takes 3 to 4 hours on site for a single-family home, 2 to 3 hours for a condo, 4 to 6 hours for a 4-12 unit plex or multi-unit, and longer for commercial buildings or heritage properties. The complete report with photos is delivered within 24h*. Duration varies based on size, age, complexity and accessibility of building components.
What other home inspection services do you offer?+
We offer a complete range of inspection services: pre-purchase inspection (also called pre-buy inspection or buyer inspection), home inspection (house inspection), condo inspection (condominium, divided and undivided co-ownership, apartment), plex and multi-unit inspection (duplex, triplex, fourplex, rental property, multi-family, income property), commercial inspection, pre-sale inspection, new construction inspection, pre-delivery inspection, preventive inspection, common area inspection, hidden defect expertise, mold and air quality inspection, and thermography.
Book your inspection

Ready to inspect
your next property?

Available 7 days a week. 24h* residential report. InterNACHI certified · IBC Network, insured.

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