What is included in an 11-Month Warranty Inspection?

It is a full structural and mechanical review of your new Calgary home performed before your 1-year builder warranty expires, ensuring repairs are covered by the builder.

Renovation Inspection

"We Inspect To Protect"

A Renovation Inspection gives you a clear, professional assessment of your home before or after renovation work. InspectionExperts inspectors follow AmeriSpec Academy standards to help you understand existing conditions, verify completed work, and protect your investment at every stage.

As a neutral third‑party inspector, we verify the technical quality of the renovation and help maintain clear communication between homeowners and contractors.

When is a Renovation Inspection done?

Homeowners schedule this inspection at two key points:

- Before Renovation — to understand the home’s current condition, identify limitations, and plan the project realistically.

- After Renovation — to confirm the finished work is safe, functional, and completed to an acceptable standard.

These two checkpoints help you avoid surprises and ensure your renovation meets expectations.

Why do homeowners or contractors choose a third‑party Renovation Inspection?

Homeowners and contractors choose a third‑party Renovation Inspection because it provides an independent, unbiased assessment of the work. A neutral inspector helps everyone stay aligned on safety, workmanship, and code‑related expectations. This reduces misunderstandings, protects both parties, and ensures the renovation meets acceptable standards.

Homeowners choose a third‑party inspection to:

Confirm the work is being completed correctly
Catch deficiencies before they become expensive to fix
Avoid disputes about workmanship or missed steps
Document the renovation for future resale
Gain peace of mind when managing large or complex projects

Contractors choose a third‑party inspection to:

Validate the quality of their work
Provide clients with independent reassurance
Identify issues early so they can correct them before finishing
Reduce callbacks and warranty claims
Strengthen their professional reputation with transparent oversight

Which add‑on services do property owners commonly choose?

Property owners choose add‑ons when the renovation is connected to a system‑level issue—something affecting plumbing, moisture, air quality, structure, or electrical performance. In these cases, add‑ons aren’t optional; they act as primary diagnostic tools that help confirm the root cause before work begins and verify the results after the renovation is complete.

InspectionExperts offers package options that align with the purpose of the renovation:

Moisture & Air Quality Package Selected when renovations involve basements, bathrooms, kitchens, or past water damage. Thermal imaging and mold testing help identify hidden moisture, insulation gaps, or air‑quality concerns before finishing work.
Plumbing & Drainage Package Chosen when renovations involve bathrooms, kitchens, additions, or suspected drainage issues. A sewer camera scan helps diagnose blockages, root intrusion, or pipe deterioration before new fixtures or finishes are installed.
Health & Safety Package Used in older properties or when renovations disturb original materials. Asbestos sampling and radon testing confirm that the environment is safe before demolition or reconstruction.
Electrical & Performance Package Selected when renovations involve panel upgrades, new circuits, or performance issues. Thermal imaging helps identify overheating components, missing insulation, or wiring concerns that could affect the renovation.

When a renovation is driven by a known or suspected systemic problem, these add‑ons give property owners and contractors the technical clarity needed to plan the work correctly and avoid costly surprises once walls are opened.