The 10 Most Common New-Build Defects I Find in Vancouver Homes Newly constructed homes are exciting — the smell of fresh paint, untouched appliances, clean tiles, and energy-efficient systems. Buyers often assume new means perfect; however, I routinely find defects during inspections in brand-new houses, condos, and duplexes across the Lower Mainland. Builders work fast, trades overlap, weather delays happen, and final finishing gets rushed. Quality varies drastically dependi

The home inspector is not an expert but a generalist. The home inspector can inspect a home and report upon the home’s condition as it...

Every homeowner has similar concerns and questions related to maintaining their home. The following questions are those that all...