Dave Smith, certified home inspector, on-site during a residential inspection in Durham Region

Durham Region · Pickering, ON

Meet Dave Smith, Your Pickering Home Inspector

From bungalows near Frenchman's Bay to brand-new places in Seaton — Dave shows up, walks the home carefully, and sends your clear report the same day.

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INSPECTION TYPES

Get a Home Inspection in Pickering

Dave offers a range of in-depth inspections that match your home ownership needs.

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Pre-Purchase

See what you’re actually buying before conditions come off.

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Pre-List

List with confidence and fewer surprise renegotiations.

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Post-Purchase

Priority plan for maintenance after you move in.

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High-rise Condo

Unit systems and finishes — without the condo board runaround.

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Townhome

Shared walls, roofs, and systems done right.

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New Home Warranty

Catch builder deficiencies while coverage applies.

Honesty Looks Good On Every House

Experience Turns Your Questions into Confident Decisions

15+

Years Experience

2000+

Homes Inspected

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Every Inspection Covers...

Roofing

Exterior

Structure

Electrical

HVAC

Insulation/Ventilation

Plumbing

Interior

Thermal

About Pickering

Inspecting Homes in Pickering

Pickering isn't one kind of house. Near the lake — Bay Ridges, West Shore, the streets around Frenchman's Bay — you'll find older bungalows and 70s–90s builds with the usual roof, window, and foundation stories. Further north, Seaton and Duffin Heights are a different job: newer construction, builder packages, and warranty timelines that actually matter.

Dave spends a lot of time between those extremes — freehold on the Liverpool and Bayly corridors, townhomes, and the occasional high-rise unit. He'll walk the systems that matter for your place and explain what he finds in plain language. Under a tight offer clock in Pickering Village? Same approach: one inspector, report the same day, someone you can still call after closing.

Common Pickering inspections:

  • Pre-purchase on resales near Liverpool & Bayly
  • New builds and warranty walk-throughs in Seaton
  • Condo and townhome systems checks
  • Pre-list when sellers want fewer surprises later
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How it Works

Simple Inspection Process

1

Get in touch

Send the address (or listing link) and your timeline — call or use the form.

2

Schedule

We'll find a time that works with your conditions, access, and life.

3

Inspection day

Dave walks the major systems carefully. Ask questions as you go.

4

Same-day report

A clear electronic report lands the same day so you can decide with confidence.

Something not clear?

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do you cover Seaton and Frenchman's Bay as well as central Pickering?

Yes — regularly. Dave covers Seaton and Duffin Heights through to the older streets near Frenchman's Bay and Bay Ridges. If the property is in Pickering, we can almost certainly make it work.

What kinds of Pickering properties do you inspect?

Detached, semis, townhomes, and high-rise condos — plus pre-list, post-purchase, and new-home warranty work. If you're not sure which scope fits, ask at (905) 409-0498.

What is a home inspection and why do I need one?

A home inspection is a non-invasive visual examination of a property’s readily accessible components, designed to identify deficiencies and maintenance needs for the buyer.

Being as informed as possible about the property you’re purchasing is always in your best interest. Understanding the typical lifespans of its components - and how to maintain them properly - is an important part of that knowledge.

How much does it cost & how do I pay?

Home inspection fees vary widely depending on the property's size, location, type, age, and other factors. For the most accurate quote, please provide details about the property so we can discuss it directly.

Payments can be made by credit card, cheque, e-transfer, or cash.

How long is a home inspection?

The length of a home inspection typically ranges from 1 to 2 hours for smaller properties, but can extend longer for larger homes.

Do I need to be there?

While it isn't required that you be present during a home inspection, it is recommended for clarity and to answer any questions you may have about the property.

When will I get my report?

You'll receive your detailed electronic report on the same day as the inspection.

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Ready to Book?

When you schedule, it's Dave personally handling your inspection from start to finish.

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