AmeriSpec of Muskoka Home Inspection Services
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Giving you the peace of mind you need to make the right decision since 2011
We’re the professionals you can count on to deliver detailed and accurate Muskoka home inspections! We’ve performed over 10,000 home inspections since we opened our doors in 2011. Whether you’re buying or selling your home, or you’re a real estate broker, AmeriSpec can help. Our team of certified residential home inspectors, commercial inspectors, and energy auditors has the knowledge and resources to inspect your property professionally – giving you the peace of mind you need to make the right decision.
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BUYER’S HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
Don’t Let The Home Of Your Dreams Become A Nightmare
Buying a home can be an anxious time. You have found the home of your dreams, but are concerned that it may have poor workmanship or problems such as cracks in the foundation, old or deteriorating plumbing, a faulty heating system, or unsafe or dated electrical wiring. It’s because of these possible problems that you should call the professionals at AmeriSpec for a home inspection before buying a house.
No matter how much you know, or think you know, or how many friends and relatives you have in the trades, there’s no substitute for the qualified expertise of a trained AmeriSpec inspector.
A trained inspector knows what to look for, what to focus on and how to assess thousands of different elements of the property.
Once the thorough pre-buy home inspection is complete a report is produced that will help you secure your investment, help you understand how you home works, eliminate surprise problems, and bring you the peace of mind you are looking for. A good, thorough, comprehensive inspection report will help you make the right decision.
Here’s Why Thousands Of Homebuyers Choose AmeriSpec:
- All of our certified Muskoka home inspection team are thoroughly trained at our in-house AmeriSpec Academy and stay informed via continuing educational programs throughout the year.
- Over 25 years of home inspection industry experience.
- Error, omissions and general liability insurance that meets or exceeds industry standards.
- Detailed and easy-to-understand inspection reports.
- Thousands of satisfied customers.
- Free consultation on any questions that may arise about your new home… forever.
- Get value-added resources contained in your home inspection binder free with every Muskoka home inspection.
- Valuable partner offers.
An AmeriSpec Muskoka house inspection gives you the peace of mind you need. Book your AmeriSpec Muskoka home inspection today!
SELLER’S HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
Pre-listing home inspection reports available to view for FREE online – anytime, anywhere.
AmeriSpec OnDemand is here to change the way pre-listing home inspections work! AmeriSpec OnDemand is a website offering full AmeriSpec pre-sale home inspection reports. Each home inspection report is free to view, and attached to the official real estate listing with the agent’s website and listing information. If you’re selling your house, or thinking about selling your house, an OnDemand report makes it easier and more efficient for everyone involved in the home selling and home buying process.
How It Works
- An AmeriSpec professional home inspector completes a pre-listing inspection of the home and turns it into an official AmeriSpec report.
- These complete reports are made available online to be viewed by potential homebuyers.
- A link to the report is made available to the agent to be placed on their website alongside the listing.
If you’re planning on selling your house, getting an AmeriSpec OnDemand pre-listing home inspection report gives you the advantage of having your report posted on the OnDemand website, FREE for anyone to view. In turn, getting you more traffic and potential interest on your listing. AmeriSpec OnDemand can help speed up the process of selling your home by attracting more eligible buyers. The pre-listing report ensures full disclosure at the time of the sale, giving potential buyers more confidence. Getting an inspection and report before listing your home also gives you the chance to fix or make allowance for items that could negatively affect your asking price. This results in more leverage over the price and allows everyone to understand the true condition of your home. The inspection report also ensures that negotiations will be easier, with fewer conditions, and should only have to happen once. No surprises will be found during an inspection after an offer has been made. By getting an AmeriSpec OnDemand pre-listing home inspection, you’ll experience less stress once you begin selling your house, giving your home its best chance to land a higher offer.
Get instant, FREE access to Muskoka home inspection reports for homes all over your community. You can view these reports 24/7, from the comfort of your home. They require no scheduling, no cost and no wait time.
COMMERCIAL BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES
Helping You Understand Your Business Is Our Business.
An AmeriSpec commercial building inspection will give you the answers you need about your property. A single walk-through is all it takes for our trained commercial property inspectors to survey the building, review appropriate documentation, and conduct interviews, if needed, in order to determine the property’s condition and give you peace of mind you need.
The American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) has published a standard guide to performing Property Condition Assessments (PCA). Our inspectors have been trained on the ASTM E2018 standard and use it as a baseline to perform PCAs of commercial buildings. We can work with clients to determine the scope of the inspection depending on their requirements and the age, occupancy, and type of building. This includes anything from performing a general visual examination of the property to a comprehensive inspection of all technical components of the building using a team of specialists.
In addition to information and photographs, the AmeriSpec report provides recommendations for remedying major deficiencies, updating ageing major components, and undertaking further detailed investigation, if required, and the timing associated with those recommendations. Depending on the type of inspection chosen, our inspectors can also include in the report approximate costs for items requiring attention in the short, medium, and long term.
AmeriSpec Provides Commercial Property Inspections Of:- Office buildings
- Industrial buildings
- Retail stores and shopping centres
- Apartment buildings and hotels
- Warehouse buildings
- Condominiums
- Site characteristics (paving, landscaping and utilities)
- Structural frame and building envelope
- Roof surface areas
- Mechanical and electrical systems
- Plumbing systems
- Heating systems
- Air conditioning and ventilation systems
- Interior elements
- Environmental assessments
-Asbestos
-Phase 1 assessments
-Lead-based paint
-Indoor air
quality
-Infrared thermography
- Document review
- Probable cost opinions
You’re in the food business, not the maintenance business. AmeriSpec understands that. Our comprehensive commercial inspection can help you take stock of any potential safety issues that may exist in your building. The inspection report will give you a full breakdown of your building components and outline what you’ll need to plan ahead for any future upgrades. Ultimately you get the peace of mind you need, you avoid costly surprises and you can focus on your restaurant.
Storefront BusinessesYour business is everything to you. Why take chances on the condition of your storefront? AmeriSpec can take a closer look for you. We’ll do a walk-through with you to point out any hazards and even share what measures you can take to correct issues. It seems like a simple thing but your customers will appreciate your safe storefront business as much as they love your great products!
An AmeriSpec commercial building inspection can help you protect your business. Book your AmeriSpec commercial inspection today!
ENERGY EVALUATION SERVICES
How Energy Efficient Is Your Home?
Want your home as energy efficient as possible? AmeriSpec inspection services offer energy assessments across the country through the EnerGuide for Houses and Energy Star Programs.
Whether you are a homeowner, homebuyer, or a homebuilder, our Natural Resources Canada trained and licensed Home Energy Advisors can provide you with an EnerGuide Rating or ENERGY STAR® certification on the home and valuable information on how to make it more energy efficient.
Our trained, professional energy advisors follow the standards set by Natural Resources Canada. They’re up-to-date with the most recent energy saving technologies and techniques, and can advise you on how to make you home more efficient. They’ll review all the energy related components of the home and use the most current building science to make sure their recommendations improve the efficiency, comfort and performance of the home.
Find out how you can make your home more energy efficient. Contact AmeriSpec today!
Home Efficiency Rebate Get Up To A $5,000 Rebate!
Owning a home can be expensive. AmeriSpec Muskoka home inspection services works hard to make things financially easier for you.
"The Home Efficiency Rebate is one way to save money and make your home more energy-efficient at the same time. It’s the perfect opportunity to upgrade your home, and get up to $5,000* back.
Four Easy Steps Is All It Takes:
- Before you begin any upgrades, call us to schedule your energy audit at 1-888-516-6337
- Complete at least 2 eligible upgrades within 120 days of your initial AmeriSpec energy audit
- Schedule a post-retrofit energy audit with us
- Once you have qualified, we’ll take care of the paperwork, and you’ll get your rebate cheque in as little as 90 days.
*The rebate includes $550 towards the cost of both energy audits.
AmeriSpec will help you qualify for the largest rebate available to you – based on the upgrades you’ve chosen to make. That’s a maximum of $5,000 in rebates!
Contact AmeriSpec today to find out how you can get up to $5000 in rebates.
For details, visit https://enbridgesmartsavings.com/home-efficiency-rebate.
SEWER SCOPE VIDEO INSPECTION SERVICE
What are Sewer Scope Video Inspections?
Sewer and drain problems are more than just common annoyances for homeowners; they can cause significant damage if left unresolved. Past methods of detecting these problems can rely heavily on guesswork, yield excessive costs, and take up lots of time. That’s all about to change, thanks to AmeriSpec’s Sewer Scope Video Inspection technology and its ability to provide a state-of-the-art inspection experience.
A Sewer Scope Video Inspection is a process in which a trained technician deploys a miniature camera to observe the condition of sewer and drain pipes. The camera will relay information to the technician so they can see if everything is functioning as designed, and determine any next steps if an issue is found. Common problems can include cracks, tree roots, collapsed lines, clogs, and lost valuables...and without the use of Sewer Scope Video technology, all of these can be challenging to properly assess and fix.
The Advantages of Sewer Scope Video InspectionsThere are numerous other benefits which make Sewer Scope Video Inspections an invaluable part of your home maintenance plan:
Enhanced Flexibility- video technology can easily observe difficult to access areas
- everything the camera detects is documented for long-term maintenance strategies
- invasive procedures such as digging are mitigated
- maintenance professionals can better assess problems using video technology imagery
- the overall ease of Sewer Scope Video Inspections makes them suitable for identifying problems before they even occur!
Schedule your sewer scope video inspection today and see the difference AmeriSpec can make!
AIR QUALITY TESTING SERVICES
Breathe Easy With An Amerispec Healthy Home Inspection
Protecting yourself and your family from harmful contaminants in your home is very important. Poor indoor air quality can have profound negative effects on your health and the health of your family. It can affect your productivity and the enjoyment of your home. Take the first step toward a healthy home by calling the AmeriSpec about a Healthy Home Inspection. Our healthy home inspection will take a close look at your home’s air quality and suggest ways to help reduce allergies, respiratory ailments, eye irritation and asthma symptoms.
Why choose Healthy Homes by AmeriSpec?
- Professional residential indoor air quality testing (IAQ) and indoor environmental assessment
- Industry leaders in home inspection services for over 30 years
- Reliable and experienced technicians
- Leading edge technology and processes
Air testing involves taking a sample of the air in your home and analyzing it in a specialized laboratory. Some institutions may require an air test to detect the threat of mould. Air quality testing is also performed after decontamination too. This ensures that contractor work has been performed correctly.
Breathe easier with an AmeriSpec Healthy Home inspection. Book an appointment today!
RADON TESTING SERVICES
Is This Dangerous Gas Lurking In Your Home?
Radon is a gas that occurs naturally outdoors in harmless amounts. It’s produced from the breakdown of uranium in soil and rocks. It sometimes gets concentrated in homes built on soil with natural uranium deposits. It can enter buildings through cracks in floors or walls, construction joints, or gaps in foundations around pipes, wires or pumps. Radon levels are usually highest in the basement or crawl space. The presence of radon in the home is a serious risk to the health of you and your family.
When radon gas is breathed into the lungs the person is exposed to small amounts of radiation. This radiation may damage the cells in the lining of the lungs and increase a person’s risk of lung cancer. Exposure to the combination of radon gas and cigarette smoke creates a greater risk for lung cancer than either factor alone.
If you think your home is at risk of contamination contact AmeriSpec for a radon test.
Book an appointment to have an AmeriSpec radon test today.
SEPTIC INSPECTION
AmeriSpec Septic Inspections You Can Rely On
It is important for the welfare of your home and family to have a septic system inspection. A septic system receives, treats and disposes of unwanted wastewater and solids from a home’s system. A good maintenance schedule of inspection will ensure your septic system is in good condition.
An unchecked septic system can lead to problems. By having a trained professional from AmeriSpec check your septic system, you’ll know whether you have any problems. Whether you need a minor repair or a replacement or a major overhaul of your system, our straightforward assessment will outline your problems and issues if any exist, and let you know all your options so you can make the right decision.
It’s time to check your septic system. Book your AmeriSpec septic system inspection today!
ASBESTOS HOME INSPECTION SERVICE
Have Your Home Tested For Asbestos Today
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was once commonplace in building material, specifically asbestos insulation. Homes built before 1990 often contain asbestos. While Canada has now banned the use of asbestos, many homes and buildings still have traces. When asbestos fibres are released into the air, they are an immediate health risk to you and your family.
Before you begin any renovations, remodelling or demolition, you should talk to the professionals at AmeriSpec about our asbestos inspection service. Reduce the risk of asbestos exposure by booking an appointment with one of our qualified specialists.
The Three Main Types Of Asbestos
Chrysotile
Also called white asbestos, this is the most common form. Often contaminated with tremolite, it is extremely hazardous. Chrysotile asbestos is commonly found in asphalt, roofing materials and textiles.
Amosite
Referred to as brown asbestos, amosite is commonly used in cement, insulation, tiles and roofing.
Tremolite
Tremolite is responsible for many asbestos-related illnesses with colours ranging from white to dark green. This type of asbestos is commonly found in paint, plumbing materials, insulation and roofing.
The Dangers Of DIY Asbestos Removal
Given the dangers involved, asbestos removal is not a do-it-yourself project. In short, not every home has asbestos. However, if you do come across it, do not try to remove the asbestos yourself. Mishandling it could actually make things worse by allowing fibres to get into the air you breathe. This could potentially result in respiratory issues. Professionals should always remove this harmful substance for you. Therefore, you can maintain a healthy atmosphere in your home.
An AmeriSpec asbestos inspection service gives you the peace of mind you need. Book your AmeriSpec asbestos home inspection today!
WOOD BURNING STOVE AND FIREPLACE INSPECTION
Keep Your Home Fires Burning Safely!
A fireplace or wood burning stove makes any room in your house feel warm and cozy. They can also become a problem when trying to secure insurance.
AmeriSpec offers Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT) inspections along with a home inspection. A wood burning appliance inspection will detect both major and minor problems with your appliance.
Whether your wood burning appliance is located in the living room or the basement, we’ll take a closer look and provide you with our honest assessment of any issues we see. After the inspection we’ll provide you with useful recommendations on how you can correct any of the problems we have spotted. We will also recommend any additional services you may need. Having the information and resources you need will help you feel confident when making decisions regarding your home.
Book an appointment today, and let’s work together to make sure your home is insurance ready!
BUYER’S HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
Buying a home can be an anxious time. You have found the home of your dreams, but are concerned that it may have poor workmanship or problems such as cracks in the foundation, old or deteriorating plumbing, a faulty heating system, or unsafe or dated electrical wiring. It’s because of these possible problems that you should call the professionals at AmeriSpec for a home inspection before buying a house.Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
SELLER’S HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
Pre-listing home inspection reports available to view for FREE online – anytime, anywhere. AmeriSpec OnDemand is here to change the way pre-listing home inspections work!AmeriSpec OnDemand is a website offering full AmeriSpec pre-sale home inspection reports.
Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
COMMERCIAL BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES
Helping you understand your business is our business.An AmeriSpec commercial building inspection will give you the answers you need about your property. A single walk-through is all it takes for our trained commercial property inspectors to survey the building, review appropriate documentation, and conduct interviews, if needed, in order to determine the property’s condition and give you the peace of mind you need.
Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
ENERGY EVALUATIONS
SERVICES
Want your home as energy efficient as possible? AmeriSpec inspection services offer energy assessments across the country through the EnerGuide for Houses and Energy Star Programs.
Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
SEWER SCOPE VIDEO INSPECTION SERVICE
Sewer and drain problems are more than just common annoyances for homeowners; they can cause significant damage if left unresolved. Past methods of detecting these problems can rely heavily on guesswork, yield excessive costs, and take up lots of time. That’s all about to change, thanks to AmeriSpec’s Sewer Scope Video Inspection technology and its ability to provide a state-of-the-art inspection experience.Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
AIR QUALITY
TESTING SERVICES
Breathe easy with An Amerispec
Healthy Home Inspection.Protecting yourself and your family from harmful contaminants in your home is very important. Poor indoor air quality can have profound negative effects on your health and the health of your family. It can affect your productivity and the enjoyment of your home. Take the first step toward a healthy home by calling the AmeriSpec about a Healthy Home Inspection.
Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
RADON TESTING
SERVICES
Is there A killer lurking in your home?Radon is a colourless, odourless gas that occurs naturally outdoors in harmless amounts. It’s produced from the breakdown of uranium in soil and rocks. It can get concentrated in homes built on soil with natural uranium deposits. Radon enters buildings through cracks in floors or walls, construction joints, or gaps in foundations around pipes, wires or pumps. The presence of radon in the home is a serious risk to the health of you and your family.
Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
SEPTIC INSPECTION
SERVICES
It is important for the welfare of your home and family to have a septic system inspection. A septic system receives, treats and disposes of unwanted wastewater and solids from a home’s system. A good maintenance schedule of inspection will ensure your septic system is in good condition.
Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
ASBESTOS HOME INSPECTION SERVICE
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was once commonplace in building material, specifically asbestos insulation. Homes built before 1990 often contain asbestos. While Canada has now banned the use of asbestos, many homes and buildings still have traces. When asbestos fibres are released into the air, they are an immediate health risk to you and your family. Reduce the risk of exposure by booking an asbestos inspection service.Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
WOOD BURNING STOVE
AND FIREPLACE INSPECTION
A fireplace or wood burning stove makes any room in your house feel warm and cozy. They can also become a problem when trying to secure insurance.
Read More
BOOK OUR SERVICES
Home Protection Solutions
FCT® Home Protection Solutions creates a stress-free real estate experience for both buyers and sellers with our home inspection and warranty program.
Buying Your Home?
Homebuyers can enjoy peace of mind with 18-months and $20,000 in warranty coverage for the repair and replacement of major household features including:
– Foundation – Cooling
– Roof – Heating
What Are The Benefits Of Home Protection Plan To A Buyer?
- Warranty coverage for the unexpected.
- No contractor restrictions.
- No waiting period.
- Reimbursement up to $20,000 of their actual bill.
Selling Your Home?
With Home Protection Plan, you can help speed up the real estate transaction with a comprehensive pre-listing home inspection and 18-month warranty.
What Are The Benefits Of Home Protection Plan To A Seller?
- Helps differentiate your home.
- Awareness of potential issues upfront allows for the opportunity to address them or price your home accordingly.
- Helps speed up the real estate transaction by removing the need for a buyer’s home inspection.
- Gives potential buyers all of the information they need.
- Brings the buyer peace of mind that their biggest investment will have added protection.
- Easy transfer process over to the buyer.
What Does It Cover?
The homeowner will have up to $20,000 in warranty coverage for the repair or replacement of the following:
– Foundation – Cooling
– Roof – Heating
Get your home inspected and protected with FCT Home Protection Solutions.
Visit fcthome.ca or call 1.855.640.1832
Services by First Canadian Title Company Limited. The services company does not provide insurance products. This material is intended to provide general information only. For specific warranty coverage and exclusions, refer to the applicable warranty certificate and terms & conditions. Copies are available upon request. Some products/services may vary by province. Prices and products/services offered are subject to change without notice. ® Registered Trademark of First American Financial Corporation.
Call us at 1 (888) 516-6337.
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There's no place quite like your home.
AmeriSpec is North America’s leading home inspection service. With our 1996 purchase by ServiceMaster, we became part of the largest and most trusted home service provider in the world. The AmeriSpec name is the industry standard for quality, service and value. With over 75 franchise licences from coast-to-coast, AmeriSpec Canada conducts more home inspections, and serves more satisfied customers than anyone else in the country. There truly is no place quite like your home!
For more information on our parent company, ServiceMaster of Canada, please visit www.servicemaster.ca.
Our Barrie & Orillia Home Inspection Team
Jason also has a background in residential heating and air conditioning installations and service, pool inspections, extensive knowledge with HRV/ERV and HVAC design, and performs energy audits to home buyers and sellers in the area.
Andrew is WETT-certified and also a Radon Measurement Professional with C-NRPP
Glenn has been a home inspector since 2008, and is both WETT-certified and holds his Heat Loss/Heat Gain certification. He is also a Master Plumber, Licensed Gas Technician and HVAC Technician. Some of the specialty services that Glenn provides are pool inspections, septic inspections, and well and pressure pump inspections. He also has extensive knowledge about HRV and HVAC design, geothermal design and installations, and hot water, radiant in-floor heating design and installations.
Certified Home Inspector
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Jason also has a background in residential heating and air conditioning installations and service, pool inspections, extensive knowledge with HRV/ERV and HVAC design, and performs energy audits to home buyers and sellers in the area.
Andrew is WETT-certified and also a Radon Measurement Professional with C-NRPP.
Glenn has been a home inspector since 2008, and is both WETT-certified and holds his Heat Loss/Heat Gain certification. He is also a Master Plumber, Licensed Gas Technician and HVAC Technician. Some of the specialty services that Glenn provides are pool inspections, septic inspections, and well and pressure pump inspections. He also has extensive knowledge about HRV and HVAC design, geothermal design and installations, and hot water, radiant in-floor heating design and installations.
Certified Home Inspector
Energy Auditor
What Our Customers Are Saying
“Jason was on time for inspection. He was very knowledgeable and thorough. When sharing details of his findings he spent time with us and made sure it was easy to understand. Very personable!! 100% followed Covid-19 social distancing guidelines.”
Barrie, ON
“The inspection was terrific. The inspector was on time, professional, and did an outstanding job checking out the property. I would be glad to recommend Amerispec
again in the future to my clients. Thanks for a great job!”
Aurora, ON
Orillia, ON
Our Muskoka House Inspectors Proudly Serve…
AmeriSpec of Muskoka home inspection services provide residential home inspections, energy evaluations and related ancillary services in the following areas:
- Muskoka
- Gravenhurst
- Bracebridge
- Baysville
- Huntsville
- Port Carling
- Bala
- Honey Harbour
- Moon River
- MacTier
- Dorset
- Rosseau
- Parry Sound
- Emsdale
- Burk’s Falls
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For every service we perform, a tree will be planted in our client’s honour to help reforest Ontario.
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