A home inspection in Calgary typically costs between $375 and $600 + GST depending on the property type, size and age. At HomeWise, condos are a flat $375 + GST regardless of size or age, townhomes use separate pricing tiers, detached homes start at $475, and acreages at $525 — with square-footage adjustments for larger homes. Radon testing is arranged separately through a specialist. Unlike many Calgary inspectors, we include thermal imaging and a drone roof scan in every inspection at no extra charge, and your full digital report arrives the same day.
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
Apartment condos — detailed in-suite inspection plus visible common elements, flat $375 + GST.
Learn moreTownhouse Inspection
Your unit, the shared party walls and the roof line above it, from $400 + GST.
Learn moreNew Construction Inspection
Pre-board (pre-drywall) and final walkthrough inspections for new builds.
Learn moreWhy Calgary homeowners choose HomeWise
What drives the price
Property type, finished square footage and age are the three factors. A 1970s bungalow in Brentwood with original systems takes longer than a 2020 build in Livingston, and pricing reflects that — larger or older homes price modestly higher.
What's always included
Every inspection includes infrared thermal imaging, a drone roof scan where conditions allow, moisture metering, electrical panel inspection, and a same-day digital report with photos and prioritized repairs.
Book add-ons at the same visit
Add a sewer scope to your home inspection so everything is done in one visit with one report. Same-visit add-ons are the most common way Calgary buyers cover older clay-tile sewer lines. Radon testing is arranged through a specialist — we flag what to ask for.
No travel charges
Our pricing is the same across Calgary, Cochrane, Airdrie, Okotoks, Chestermere and surrounding communities — no mileage or travel fees within our roughly 100 km service area.
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.
Inspection services in Calgary
Every HomeWise inspection in Calgary includes thermal imaging, a drone roof scan and a same-day digital report. Choose the service that matches your situation, or read the guides our clients ask about most.
Our services
- Pre-Purchase Home InspectionFull inspection before you buy — thermal imaging and drone roof scan included.
- Condo InspectionApartment condos only — in-suite systems plus visible common elements, flat $375 + GST.
- Townhouse InspectionYour unit, the shared party walls and the roof line above it, from $400 + GST.
- New Construction InspectionPre-drywall and final walkthrough inspections for new builds.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a home inspection cost in Calgary?›
Condos are a flat $375 + GST regardless of size or age. Townhomes use separate pricing tiers, detached homes start at $475 + GST, and acreages at $525 + GST. Non-condo pricing adjusts for square footage and age. Thermal imaging and drone roof scans are always included.
Is a home inspection worth the cost?›
Almost always. A $475 inspection routinely uncovers issues worth thousands — aluminum wiring, Poly-B plumbing, foundation moisture or an end-of-life furnace — that you can negotiate off the price or walk away from.
Who pays for the home inspection, buyer or seller?›
Buyers typically pay for a pre-purchase inspection as part of their due diligence during the condition period. Sellers pay for a pre-listing inspection when they want to identify and fix issues before going to market.
Do you charge extra for older homes?›
Except for condos, which are a flat $375 + GST at every size and age, pricing adjusts for square footage and age because older Calgary homes take longer to inspect properly, but there are no surprise fees — your quote is confirmed before booking.
Is GST included in the quoted price?›
Quotes are listed before GST; 5% GST is added at checkout, so a $475 detached home inspection totals $498.75.
How do I get an exact quote?›
Use our online booking to get an instant price from the address or MLS number, or call (403) 710-7770 and we'll quote it in under a minute.