Pre-purchase inspection in Montreal —
complete, structured report
House, condo, or plex — know exactly what you're buying before you sign.
Check availabilityBuying a property is the most important financial decision of your life.
Latent defects are invisible to the untrained eye but can mean major repair costs. Don't let the emotion of buying blind you — a professional inspection gives you what you need to decide with full knowledge of the facts.
Complete inspection
A complete inspection before you sign: true condition, latent defects, and costs to plan for. Buy with full knowledge of the facts.
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Why get one
Buying a property is often decided quickly, sometimes in the emotion of falling in love with it. A pre-purchase inspection brings that decision back to factual ground: knowing, before you sign, what you're really buying.
What it reveals
It reveals the true condition of the property — roofing, structure, envelope, mechanical systems, signs of moisture — and ranks deficiencies by severity, giving you what you need to negotiate and plan with confidence.
What it isn't
A pre-purchase inspection is a visual, non-destructive examination, not an appraisal of market value (a service reserved for licensed appraisers, OEAQ). We assess the technical condition and its impact, without setting the market price.
Plexes and small income properties
A plex reads differently than a single-family home: systems multiply per unit, multi-unit compliance comes into play, and every deficiency translates into an operating expense. For a small income property, the pre-purchase inspection is best read alongside an asset overview.
This service is for you if...
You're buying a single-family home
You're buying a condominium
You're buying a 2-5 unit plex
You're a real estate broker looking for a reliable partner
Sound like you? Know exactly what you're buying before you sign.
Check availabilityWhy choose Boreon?
Engineering approach — rigorous technical analysis, not just a list of defects
Projects completed on major job sites across Quebec
Timeline agreed in advance based on the size and complexity of the building
Thermography included where applicable
FAQ
The cost varies depending on the type and size of the property. Contact us for a personalized quote with no obligation. We offer competitive rates with a superior report quality.
The time on site depends on the size and complexity of the building: about 2-3 hours for a single-family home, 1-2 hours for a condo, and 3-4 hours for a plex.
Your presence isn't mandatory but is strongly recommended. It's the ideal opportunity to ask questions and get to know your future property better. If you can't be there, we schedule a full phone debrief.
A building engineer provides a more in-depth technical analysis, particularly on the structure, foundations, and complex systems. Our approach combines rigorous technical expertise with an actionable, structured report.
Yes, thermography can be included in the inspection if signs of moisture or insulation issues are detected. It allows problems invisible to the naked eye to be visualized.
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