In Calgary's fast-moving market, the condition period is short and the stakes are high. A pre-purchase home inspection from HomeWise gives you a clear, independent picture of the property before your conditions come off — roof to foundation, with thermal imaging and a drone roof scan included. We inspect every major system: structure, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, insulation, and moisture. Your report lands the same day, written in plain language with photos and prioritized repairs, so you and your realtor can negotiate from facts instead of guesses.
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
Built for condition periods
We book within 24–48 hours, including evenings and weekends, and deliver the report the same day — so even a 5-day condition window leaves room for follow-up quotes or negotiation.
Calgary-specific defect hunting
Aluminum branch wiring in 1960s–70s homes, Poly-B supply lines in 1985–1997 builds, clay-tile sewer lines in established neighbourhoods, and hail-damaged roofing across the city — we check what actually fails here.
Attend the inspection
You're welcome — and encouraged — to attend. We walk you through the findings on site, show you shut-offs and maintenance items, and answer every question before we leave.
Negotiation-ready reporting
Findings are categorized by severity with photos and clear descriptions, making it easy to request repairs, a price reduction, or a holdback — or to walk away before conditions come off.
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
When should I book a pre-purchase inspection in Calgary?›
As soon as your offer is accepted with a home inspection condition. We typically have availability within 24–48 hours, so even short condition periods work.
How long does a pre-purchase inspection take?›
Most take 2.5–4 hours depending on the size and age of the home. You're welcome to attend, and we review the findings with you on site.
When do I get the report?›
The same day. You receive a detailed digital report with photos, thermal images and prioritized repairs — easy to read on your phone and forward to your realtor.
Should I add a sewer scope to my inspection?›
For homes in established Calgary neighbourhoods with clay-tile sewer lines — roughly pre-1985 — yes. Root intrusion and collapsed tiles are common and cost $10,000+ to repair. Bundling the scope with your inspection is discounted.
What happens if the inspection finds major problems?›
You can negotiate repairs or a price reduction, ask for a holdback, or walk away within your condition period. The report gives you the documented evidence to do any of those.
Are you licensed and insured?›
Yes — HomeWise holds Alberta business licence #359969, carries full errors and omissions plus liability insurance, and is CanNACHI certified.