An acreage inspection is bigger than a city inspection. Beyond the house itself there are wells, septic systems, cisterns, pressure systems, outbuildings, long driveways, grading across acres of land, and often a mix of original farm structures and newer construction. HomeWise inspects acreages and rural properties across Rocky View County, Foothills County, Cochrane, Springbank, Bearspaw, Heritage Pointe, Langdon, Crossfield and surrounding areas. We document the home top to bottom — with thermal imaging and drone roof scan included — and clearly flag the rural systems that need specialist verification, so you know exactly what you're buying.
Inspection services in Calgary
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Independent inspection before you buy — thermal imaging, drone roof scan, 24 hr report.
Learn morePre-Listing Inspection
Identify and fix issues before listing for cleaner negotiations and stronger offers.
Learn moreCondo Inspection
Detailed in-suite inspection plus visible common elements.
Learn moreNew Construction Inspection
Pre-board (pre-drywall) and final walkthrough inspections for new builds.
Learn moreWhy Calgary homeowners choose HomeWise
Well and water systems
We inspect the visible components — pressure tank, pump controls, treatment equipment and plumbing — and recommend water potability testing and well-flow verification, which require lab and pump specialists.
Septic systems
We document the tank location, field area, alarms and visible components, and note age and maintenance indicators. A septic pump-out inspection by a licensed septic contractor is recommended on every acreage purchase.
Outbuildings and shops
Barns, shops, garages and Quonsets are inspected for structure, roofing, electrical safety and moisture — heated shops with subpanels get the same electrical scrutiny as the house.
Rural-specific risks
Overloaded electrical services, DIY additions without permits, wood-burning appliances requiring WETT certification for insurance, and grading or drainage issues across large lots are all common acreage findings.
Neighbourhoods we serve in Calgary
Our inspection service area
HomeWise inspects homes in Calgary and across the Calgary region — roughly a 100 km radius of Calgary — at the same pricing, with no travel charges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an acreage inspection cost?›
Acreage inspections start at $525 + GST, adjusted for the size of the home and the number of outbuildings. Thermal imaging and drone roof scans are included — especially useful on large rural roofs.
Do you inspect the well and septic system?›
We inspect all visible components and document condition and maintenance indicators. Water potability lab testing, well-flow testing and septic pump-out inspections require specialists, and we coordinate recommendations in the report.
How long does an acreage inspection take?›
Usually 4–6 hours depending on the house size and number of outbuildings. You're welcome to attend for all or part of it.
Do you inspect wood stoves and fireplaces?›
We document their visible condition, and for insurance purposes recommend a WETT inspection by a certified technician — most insurers require it on rural properties.
Do you travel outside Calgary for acreages?›
Yes — we cover Rocky View, Foothills, Cochrane, Springbank, Bearspaw, Langdon, Crossfield, Bragg Creek and surrounding areas at the same pricing, with no travel charges.
When will I get the report?›
Same day. A detailed digital report with photos, thermal images and prioritized findings for the house and each outbuilding.