Oct 14, 2026 | Blog Tips, New Construction, Video Tips
š„š Myth: If the furnace runs, the installation is good to go. Thereās more to a furnace installation than simply producing heat. Proper support, secure ductwork, good airflow and correct installation all help the system perform as intended and can contribute to...
Sep 30, 2026 | Blog Tips, Community, Home Inspection, New Construction, Video Tips
During this new construction inspection, we found several concerns with the Hardie / fibre-cement siding, including protruding nail heads and questionable fastening. Hardie siding is often blind-nailed, meaning many fasteners are concealed by the siding above. Proper...
Sep 30, 2026 | Blog Tips, Home Inspection, Homebuyers, New Construction, Video Tips
Think a brand-new home doesnāt need a home inspection? This new construction inspection had a couple of surprises waiting in the bathroom. First, we found an elongated toilet seat installed on a round toilet. Close enough? Apparently. š Then came the real showstopperā¦...
Sep 30, 2026 | Blog Tips, Home Inspection, New Construction, Video Tips
Buying a new build in Edmonton or St. Albert? Donāt assume everything was installed correctly just because the home is brand new. This video was filmed during a new-build home inspection in 2025, but the lesson is just as relevant today. At this home, the sump basin...
Dec 17, 2025 | Blog Tips, New Construction, Video Tips
Buying a new construction home? Hereās something many buyers (and even builders) overlook during a new build inspection. At an inspection this week, a tub repair technician was already on site, marking items for repair, which is great. But several visible defects were...
Sep 22, 2025 | Blog Tips, Community, Home Inspection, New Construction, Video Tips
During inspections, weāre seeing shortcuts on new builds that could cost homeowners big later: ā ļø Starter shingles swapped for regular ones flipped upside down ā ļø Missing underlayment (your homeās first defense against leaks) ā ļø Gutters crushed during installation ā ļø...
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