Nestled between Trudeau Airport and Lake Saint-Louis, Dorval offers a unique residential setting. Its post-war bungalows from the 1950s-60s have undeniable charm, but their advanced age demands a rigorous inspection of every system.
Dorval is one of the oldest West Island cities, with residential development dating back to the 1940s-50s. The housing stock is dominated by post-war bungalows and cottages, supplemented by more recent construction in certain areas. Proximity to Trudeau International Airport adds a unique dimension: building soundproofing is an important comfort factor.
Dorval's post-war bungalow foundations are between 65 and 75 years old. Poured in concrete whose quality varied by builder, they have endured decades of freeze-thaw cycles on clay soil. Assessing their integrity is one of the most critical components of the inspection.
Dorval homes, among the oldest on the West Island, present specific challenges related to their age and location.
We inspect properties in every area of Dorval, including:
Heritage Old Dorval century homes, 1950-70 bungalows under flight corridors, Lake Saint-Louis waterfront properties, recent condos — Dorval is one of the oldest cities in the West Island, marked by YUL airport.
Dorval is one of the oldest cities in the West Island, marked by the Montreal-Trudeau international airport (YUL) nearby. Buyers will encounter: heritage homes in Old Dorval (pre-1950), 1950-70 bungalows and splits in residential neighbourhoods (some under flight corridors), Lake Saint-Louis waterfront properties, recent condos (2010+) in new transit-adjacent developments. Airport noise and a high water table are specific concerns.
Our pre-purchase inspection in Dorval covers more than 400 inspection points: foundation, structure, roofing, electrical, plumbing, ventilation, insulation, windows, cladding and grounds. We pay particular attention to sound insulation in homes under flight corridors (ADM soundproofing programs), century-old foundations of Old Dorval, waterfront properties (flood zones, high water table, shoreline erosion), 1965-1975 aluminum wiring, vermiculite, and 60-amp panels often still in service in 1950 bungalows. Report delivered within 24h*.
Single-family homes in Dorval span more than seven decades. Heritage homes in Old Dorval (pre-1950) with sometimes stone foundations, old framing, successive modernizations. 1950-70 bungalows and splits with end-of-life mechanical systems: galvanized plumbing, 60-amp panels to replace, cracked foundations, minimal insulation, frequent vermiculite. 1980-2010 homes with more recent systems. Flight corridors affect sound insulation in many homes.
A home inspection in Dorval takes 3 to 4 hours on site and includes a full visit of every accessible level, the attic, the crawl space and the exterior. For homes under flight corridors, we document sound insulation. Report within 24h*.
Dorval has a growing condo stock, primarily in new developments near the airport and Lake Saint-Louis. Recent buildings (2010-2025) show the typical defects of serial construction: shrinkage cracks, deteriorating window seals, poorly balanced shared mechanical ventilation. For condos under flight corridors, window sound insulation is critical. GCR warranty applies to new condos.
Our condo inspection in Dorval covers the interior of the unit (kitchen, bathrooms, windows, electrical panel, plumbing, ventilation) as well as the visible common areas. We also recommend reviewing the contingency fund study and the syndicate meeting minutes. See also what a condo inspection can — and cannot — reveal.
Dorval has a moderate stock of duplexes and triplexes, primarily concentrated in Old Dorval and along main streets. These buildings often date from 1950-2000 and present typical findings: sometimes weakened concrete foundations, galvanized plumbing, partially modernised electrical, low-pitched or flat roofs, worn wooden balconies. Buildings of 5 units or more fall under commercial / multi-unit category.
A plex and multiplex inspection in Dorval examines each accessible unit, the common areas, structure, roofing, all mechanical systems, foundation and exterior. Custom quote within 24h.
Dorval hosts substantial commercial and industrial activity: Les Jardins Dorval shopping centre, office buildings, hotels and restaurants linked to YUL airport, industrial parks and logistics zones, and mixed-use commercial buildings. Commercial buildings span a wide range of ages (1960-2025).
A commercial inspection in Dorval covers the structure, building envelope, roofing (often flat membrane), electrical service, mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, sprinklers if applicable), accessibility, signs of code compliance, parking and grounds. Custom quote.
Available 7 days a week. Report within 24h*. Expertise in period bungalows and waterfront properties.