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Older homes in Hull and Aylmer: what to watch for
The charm of the older buildings of Hull and Aylmer comes with particularities. Wiring, plumbing, foundations: what to check before buying.
Learn moreWell, septic and radon: the issues of semi-rural properties
Buying in Cantley or Chelsea? What to know about wells, septic systems and radon before buying in a semi-rural setting.
Learn moreGetting a home inspected in winter: good or bad idea?
Do snow and cold limit a home inspection in Quebec? What winter changes, and what it also reveals.
Learn moreBasement water infiltration: causes, signs and what to do
Why water gets into basements, how to recognize the signs, and what an inspection can reveal before you buy.
Learn morePre-purchase or pre-sale inspection: which one do you need?
Buyer or seller, pre-purchase or pre-sale? The difference between the two and how to choose the right inspection.
Learn moreHow to prepare for your pre-purchase inspection
Buyer or seller, here is how to prepare for a pre-purchase inspection to get the most out of it.
Learn moreHow to know if a roof is at the end of its life
Lifted shingles, granules, damaged flashings: the signs a roof is nearing the end, and why it matters before you buy.
Learn moreThe most common problems found during a home inspection
Roof, drainage, electrical, insulation: the defects we most often find during a home inspection in the Outaouais.
Learn moreThermography explained: how it works and when to use it
A thermal camera reveals heat loss, infiltration and insulation defects. Here is how thermography works in an inspection.
Learn moreWhat is a hidden defect (vice caché) in Quebec?
The definition of a hidden defect, the conditions for it to be recognized, and how a pre-purchase inspection reduces (without eliminating) the risk.
Learn moreShould you have a new home inspected?
New construction can have deficiencies. Here is why a pre-delivery inspection protects your investment.
Learn moreWhat a home inspection covers (and what it does not)
What does a pre-purchase inspection in Quebec really check? What is included, what is not, and when a specialized assessment is needed.
Learn moreThe new RBQ 2027 regulation explained
From October 1, 2027, pre-purchase inspections in Quebec will be governed by the RBQ and the BNQ 3009-500 standard. What it changes for you.
Learn moreHome inspection cost in Quebec: 2026 data
How much does a home inspection cost in Quebec in 2026? Price range, the factors that affect it and tips to choose well.
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