William Handley is on a extended holiday  and in his  absence Murray Parish of Parish Home Inspections is stepping up to take care of my former clients and potential clients.

Parish Home Inspections
1-877-209-1929
murray@parishhomeinspections.com

 

 

We have over thirty years experience in the building industry with extensive knowledge of building materials and their application, as well as comprehensive experience in home construction, renovation and design. We have the knowledge and the communication skills to help educate you with your decision. 

 

 We are a Registered Home Inspector: RHI  member of the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI) Act1994 . Accredited member of OAHI means to you that we are meeting the highest standards for a Professional Home Inspector in Ontario.

 

What is a Registered Home Inspector?

In 1994 the Government of Ontario passed The Ontario Association of Home Inspectors Act to grant the OAHI as the designated self regulating body for Home Inspectors in Ontario.

A Registered Home Inspector has met the highest qualification standards for a professional Home Inspector in

 

  • Ontario including approved College courses in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Structure,

  • Building Science, Defect Recognition and Part 9 Building Code.

  • Provides a qualified and unbiased opinion which can be trusted in a real estate transaction

  • Participates in ongoing education

  • Meets the performance standards of the OAHI

  • Is bound by a Code of Conduct that ensures fairness to all


Certified WETT (Wood Energy Transfer Technology), Basic Inspector.

Licensed Septic Installer  - (BCIN 41623) Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH).

Infrared Thermography - ASNT Certified Level 1-  Thermographer by the Snell Group.

 Home Inspection Services

Pre-Purchase Home Inspection - Inspection and test of all major systems and components in a home being considered for purchase.

Pre-Listing Home Inspection - A review of your existing home, which can help you sell it easier, faster and more profitably by finding and addressing any issues on the front end.

Maintenance and Safety Inspection - An independent review of your home to identify maintenance or safety items or areas to monitor.

Certified WETT Inspections - most insurance companies today require a WETT certification to honour your policy.

On-site Septic System Inspections - Licensed Septic installer  by  the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) BCIN 41623

Certified Thermal Imaging - Infrared Thermography - ASNT Certified Level 1 Thermographer

 

Buying or Selling is an emotional time in a consumers life; affecting the largest purchase most of us ever make at a critical time. We will do a thorough, thoughtful overview of the condition of the property. Then you can make an educated decision when provided with sound information.

Buying (Pre-purchase Inspection) 

 My inspection is a thorough non invasive visual examination of a homes: structural integrity, functionality and safety of the essential systems. I want you to follow along in an inspection so we can report findings and answer any questions you may have. It is my responsibility to provide any findings in a non alarming way so you can make your own educated decision.

 If you have any questions or concerns after an inspection, we are there to offer advice or support on any items or new problems which may develop. Our report provides you with a beautiful picture of your home on the day of inspection. The home inspection report is a computer generated  report that includes digital pictures, diagrams of relevant items and maintenance advice.

Selling (Pre-listing Inspection)

If you are selling; to a gain top dollar in this market requires the help of a real estate professional and I believe one approach to consider is a pre-listing inspection. If a Home Inspection is performed prior to the house being listed, all parties will be aware of the physical condition before an offer is drawn.  I understand the frustration caused by the seller and realtors when one of our pre-purchased inspections uncovers an unexpected issue. In many cases the issue is not one that should deter the buyer from proceeding. But if the buyer is having second thoughts, or if they are looking for a way to renegotiate the price, the inspection may give them this opportunity. A pre-listing inspection allows for you, the seller and the realtor to understand the condition of the home before listing. If any deficiencies are uncovered, you can decide to address the issues or not. If not the prospective buyers know that the listing price reflects the issues, they know the house has already had an inspection and it indicates the seller has nothing to hide.

Home Maintenance (Check-up Inspection)

Why should I consider a home checkup? That's easy to answer; To keep your home in the best possible condition for safety and security reasons. I will perform a detailed inspection of your home or cottage from top to bottom, because you want to know what's ok and what's not. Finding problems early helps you preserve your property and doing preventive maintenance needed can extend the life of your equipment and materials, which generally proves to be less expensive than replacing these components. We want you to have a SAFE and SOUND Home. We will provide you with the Homeowner's Home Check Checklists along with our state-of-the-art web base reporting system. The report provides you with a beautiful picture of your home on the day of inspection. The home inspection report is computer generated, includes digital pictures, diagrams of relevant items and maintenance advice.

Certified W.E.T.T. Inspections (For Wood-burning Appliances)

If you currently heat your home (completely or partially) with wood, it is in your best interest to have your system inspected by a Wood Energy Technical Transfer (WETT) specialist. In fact, most insurance companies today require a WETT certification to honour your policy. Our WETT inspection will also tell you how to properly maintain your system to make sure your family is safe year after year.

On-Site Septic System Inspections

On-site septic system inspections  Licensed Septic  installer  - Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH)#41623) Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) states " A malfunctioning well or septic system can pose a health risk to your family and neighbours, and can be expensive to repair or replace. It is therefore important to conduct a detailed inspection of both the well and septic systems prior to purchasing a home," A replacement of a septic system can vary between $12,0000 to over $ 20,000 depending upon site conditions and local market.

 

         Specialising for first time buyers

For consistent quality I work independently to ensure an honest, unbiased opinion. As a local business owner, I can do a thorough inspection and I treat your inspection as if you were family.
     We are not affiliated with any real estate, construction or any other inspection company. Our sole interest during the Home Inspection is to help our clients better understand the condition of the home they are purchasing!

As a rural resident living on farm property, waterfront owner, and growing up in a century home; I have firsthand knowledge of all the faucets of these beautiful area properties.		  

We are Members of Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce.








My inspection is a thorough non invasive visual examination of a building: structural integrity, functionality and safety of the essential systems. I want to have clients follow along during an inspection so we can report findings and answer any questions you may have. It is my responsibility to provide the facts so you can make your own educated decision.

  

We want you to have a SAFE and SOUND home. I look forward to assisting you with your inspection needs. |