Home Inspection Service Types
Compare the different inspection types and the tools (thermal imaging, moisture meters) used to surface issues a visual review would miss.
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Service Types: Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between a condo inspection and a house inspection? +
- A condo inspection focuses on the unit interior — plumbing, electrical, HVAC, finishes, windows — and excludes building-wide systems, common areas, and the building envelope, which are the condo corporation's responsibility.
- Do I need an inspection for a townhouse? +
- Yes. Even in bare-land or condo townhouses, the unit's roof, exterior, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems can vary widely. An inspection identifies unit-level issues you would otherwise inherit.
- What does a moisture inspection involve? +
- A targeted inspection using moisture meters, thermal imaging, and visual review to find active leaks, past water damage, and elevated moisture in walls, ceilings, basements, and around plumbing.
- Is thermal imaging included in a standard home inspection? +
- Many Calgary inspectors include limited thermal imaging during a standard inspection. A dedicated thermal scan is a separate service for homes where insulation, air leakage, or moisture concerns warrant detailed mapping.
- Do you inspect acreages and rural homes? +
- Yes — acreage inspections add scope for wells, septic systems (visual only), outbuildings, and longer service runs. They take longer than a standard city inspection.
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