Your septic tank: It’s not a part of your home that you think about often, but when you do, it’s usually because something has gone very, very wrong. By then, you probably have a very stinky, very uncomfortable mess to deal with in your basement. Or worse, you’ll have an expensive and inconvenient repair or…
As a home inspector, it’s my job to protect people from unwelcome surprises in their homes. In some cases, I can do that by simply providing the best home inspection possible. Sometimes, though, these nasty surprises are unavoidable. If you’ve lived in Alberta for any length of time, you know that frozen pipes are a common occurrence,…
Water damage and mold can be devastating to your home. What’s worse is that unlike fire, theft, or most other accidents, flood damage and mold aren’t always covered by your home insurance policy. Mold can also be very hazardous for your family’s health. Mold is one of the top issues I’m looking for when I…
