Personal Service, Professional Results

Home Inspection in Owen Sound

PorterHouse Inspections provides reliable and comprehensive home inspections for buyers & sellers in Owen Sound, Grey Bruce, Barrie and the surrounding areas, ensuring peace of mind and informed decisions about your potential investment.

About Us

PorterHouse Inspections: Trusted Home Inspectors in Owen Sound, Ontario

Founded by Bryan Porter, our company is committed to delivering detailed insights and excellent services that make home buying smoother for our valued clients.

Training & Professional Associations

  • Graduate of the Carson Dunlop Home Inspection Program
  • Graduate of ICA’s Professional Home Inspection Training
  • Member of the Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors (CAPHI)
  • Committed to ongoing education and industry best practices

Fully insured with Errors and Omissions

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Professional Home Inspections with Clear, Unbiased Reporting—So You Can Move Forward with Confidence.

  • CAPHI-aligned inspection standards
  • Mentored inspections under an experienced professional
  • Modern tools including thermal imaging & moisture detection
  • Clear, photo-rich digital reports
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Our Services

Explore our range of Home inspection services tailored to your needs.

Elegant two-storey house with garage, showcasing modern architecture and residential charm.

Pre-Purchase Inspections

Know exactly what you’re buying before you commit. Pre-purchase inspections identify defects, safety concerns, and maintenance issues so you can make an informed decision with clarity and confidence.

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Pre-Listing (Seller) Inspections

Get ahead of surprises before your home hits the market. A pre-listing inspection helps identify issues early, reduce last-minute negotiations, and support a smoother, more confident sale.

older home

Older Home Inspections (20+ Years)

Older homes come with character—and unique risks. These inspections focus on aging systems, materials, and common failure points so you know what matters now and what to plan for next.

What We Inspect

A physical inspection of all accessible major systems, both inside and out. Our inspections are thorough, methodical, and focused on what matters most.

Electrical

Grounding, panel, subpanels, service entrance, branch circuits, outlets, switches, receptacles, and circuit integrity.

Exterior

Doors, windows, trim, gutters, downspouts, soffit & fascia, grading, sidewalks, driveways, wall coverings, patios, decks, and retaining walls.

Heating & A/C

System descriptions, combustion systems, A/C components, supply and discharge lines, venting, ductwork, registers, controls, and thermostats.

Insulation

Attic, walls, crawlspaces, floors, lines, ductwork, and air & vapor barriers.

Interior

Walls, ceilings, windows, floors, doors, stairs, fireplaces, and smoke detectors.

Plumbing

Main supply line, distribution lines, fixtures, vents, traps, drains, and functional flow.

Roofing

Structure, covering, flashings, skylights, vents, and stacks.

Structure

Foundation, crawlspace, footings, columns, floors, walls, and chimneys.

Inspection Services & Packages

Every inspection includes a complete review of accessible major systems. Packages are based on home size to ensure proper time, attention, and accuracy.

Essential

$449 + HST

Up to 1,500 sq ft

  • Complete home inspection of all accessible systems
  • Roof, structure, foundation, exterior & interior
  • Electrical, plumbing & HVAC
  • Attic & insulation (where accessible)
  • Next-day digital report with photos
  • Post-inspection questions via phone or text
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Ribeye

$649 + HST

2,000 – 2,500 sq ft

  • Same full inspection scope as all tiers
  • Extended inspection time for size & systems
  • Roof, structure, foundation, exterior & interior
  • Electrical, plumbing & HVAC
  • Attic & insulation (where accessible)
  • Next-day digital report with photos
  • Post-inspection questions via phone or text
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Brisket

$699 + HST

2,500 – 3,000 sq ft

  • Same complete inspection — no shortcuts
  • Extra time for complex layouts & rooflines
  • Roof, structure, foundation, exterior & interior
  • Electrical, plumbing & HVAC
  • Attic & insulation (where accessible)
  • Next-day digital report with photos
  • Post-inspection questions via phone or text
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PorterHouse – Large & Custom Homes

Starting at $799 + HST

3,000+ sq ft

  • Full inspection with custom time allocation
  • Roof, structure, foundation, exterior & interior
  • Electrical, plumbing & HVAC
  • Attic & insulation (where accessible)
  • Next-day digital report with photos
  • Post-inspection questions via phone or text
  • Priority scheduling
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What Our Clients Say

Client Testimonials

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Contact us

T. (519) 379-0608

M. unclebryan33@gmail.com

Hours

Mon-Fri: 08:00 am – 08:00 pm

Sat-Sun: 8:00 am – 08:00 pm

Address

1935, 9th Ave East, Owen Sound, ON, N4K 6B6

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Let Us Inspect Your Future Home

Contact us now for trustworthy home inspections.

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Call (519) 379-0608

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