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

Northumberland · Port Hope, ON

Meet Dave Smith, Your Port Hope Home Inspector

You are in good hands with Dave for a Port Hope home inspection. Dave Smith, InterNACHI CPI, brings a careful eye to heritage streets and rural-edge homes, with a clear electronic report the same day.

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150+ Reviews

High Rated Home Inspector in Port Hope

I am so glad that Dave did the inspection on a house that I made an offer on. Dave was very through and very patient in walking us through EVERYTHING in the house after the inspection. Dave listened and answered all our questions.
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A LEUNG

Jun 2019

Dave from Lakeside Home Inspections was referred to us by our agent and he was nothing but amazing. He arrived nice and early to inspect the roof and exterior of the house before our agent arrived to let him in.
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Carl Chen

Mar 2019

INSPECTION TYPES

Get a Home Inspection in Port Hope

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

Roof inspection service Lakeside Home Inspections
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Pre-Purchase

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

Foundation inspection service Lakeside Home Inspections
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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.

Electrical panel inspection Lakeside Home Inspections
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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 Port Hope Inspection covers

Roofing

Exterior

Structure

Electrical

HVAC

Insulation/Ventilation

Plumbing

Interior

Thermal

About Port Hope

Inspecting Homes in Port Hope

Port Hope centres on the Downtown core, The Ward, and lakeside waterfront streets, with municipal hamlets such as Garden Hill, Welcome, Canton, Campbellcroft, Port Britain, Elizabethville, and Dale beyond the townsite. Dave serves Port Hope from his Durham Region and Eastern GTA practice, and he is a News Advertiser Readers Choice Diamond Winner for Ajax and Pickering in 2021, 2023, and 2024.

He brings 150+ five-star Google reviews and more than 15 years with over 2,000 home inspections to every visit. Whether you need a Pre-Purchase, Pre-List, Post-Purchase, New Home Warranty, Townhome Condo, High-rise Condo, or Pre-Offer inspection, send the address and your timeline. Dave is the sole inspector. He explains what he finds in plain language, and you can keep asking questions for as long as you own the home. Open Monday to Sunday, 8am to 8pm. Call (905) 409-0498.

Common Port Hope inspections:

  • Pre-Purchase walkthrough before you commit
  • Pre-List check before listing photos
  • Plain-language findings on older and newer stock
  • Same-day electronic report
  • Questions answered for as long as you own the home
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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 inspect heritage homes in downtown Port Hope?

Yes. Downtown Port Hope and The Ward are a regular part of Daves work. He walks the major systems with care and explains findings in plain language, then sends a clear electronic report the same day. Call (905) 409-0498 with the address.

Do you cover Port Hopes rural hamlets as well as the townsite?

Yes. Garden Hill, Welcome, Canton, Campbellcroft, Port Britain, Elizabethville, Dale, and the surrounding municipal areas are included. Send the address and Dave will confirm coverage and timing.

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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