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Quebec home inspection checklist

Everything you need to know before buying a property in Quebec. Written by a certified inspector with thousands of inspections completed.

Buy your next property with confidence.

Our free guide covers everything a first-time or experienced buyer needs to know about home inspections in Quebec. No fluff, no sales pitch — just practical, expert knowledge from a certified building inspector.

  • 1
    Complete inspection checklistAll 400+ points that a certified inspector verifies — foundation, roof, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, and more.
  • 2
    Red flags that cost thousandsThe warning signs that experienced inspectors look for and that could save you from a costly mistake.
  • 3
    Hidden defects explainedYour rights under Quebec law, the 4 criteria for a hidden defect claim, and how to protect yourself legally.
  • 4
    Negotiation strategiesHow to use inspection findings to negotiate a better price or request repairs before closing.
  • 5
    First-year maintenance planA prioritized checklist of maintenance tasks and inspections for your first year as a homeowner.
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★★★★★
Giacomo was thorough, professional and took the time to explain every finding. His report helped us negotiate $12,000 off the asking price. Worth every penny.
— Marc & Julie, Montreal
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We almost bought a house with a major foundation problem. The inspection saved us from what would have been a $40,000+ mistake. Cannot recommend highly enough.
— Sarah T., Laval
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The most detailed inspection report I have ever seen. Over 50 pages with clear photos and explanations. Giacomo even followed up a week later to answer our questions.
— David P., South Shore
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.
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