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AmeriSpec Kingston Home Inspectors & NRCan-Registered Energy Advisors

AmeriSpec Inspection Services | Kingston
Home Inspections and Energy Evaluations You Can Trust

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Giving you the peace of mind you need to make the right decision since 1996

AmeriSpec is the Kingston home inspection national brand you can trust from coast-to-coast. We also offer registered Kingston Energy Advisors who can provide an EnerGuide home evaluation to help you save money by making your home more energy efficient. 
 
Voted the #1 home inspection company by BobVila™ and Forbes Advisor, we have more than 35 years of experience and over two million home inspections performed. AmeriSpec’s in-depth home inspection training for Kingston home inspectors combines classroom instruction, in-field home inspections, and hands-on technical training in our cutting-edge facility.  
 
Beyond our comprehensive homeowner energy evaluation, AmeriSpec offers Kingston EnerGuide labels and Energy Star certifications for home builders. Plus, we deliver in demand Kingston home inspection specialty services that exceed home buyer, first time home buyer, home seller, and real estate agent expectations. 

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We will answer your calls from 8am - 10pm, 7 days a week!

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BUYER’S HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

Buying a home can be an anxious time. You have found the home of your dreams, but are concerned that it may have poor workmanship or problems such as cracks in the foundation, old or deteriorating plumbing, a faulty heating system, or unsafe or dated electrical wiring. It’s because of these possible problems that you should call the professionals at AmeriSpec for a home inspection before buying a house.

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SELLER’S HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

Pre-listing home inspection reports available to view for FREE online – anytime, anywhere. AmeriSpec ONDEMAND is here to change the way pre-listing home inspections work!
AmeriSpec OnDemand is a website offering full AmeriSpec pre-sale home inspection reports.

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SEWER SCOPE VIDEO INSPECTION SERVICE

Sewer and drain problems are more than just common annoyances for homeowners: they can cause significant damage if left unresolved. Past methods of detecting these problems can rely heavily on guesswork, yield excessive costs, and take up lots of time. That’s all about to change, thanks to AmeriSpec’s sewer scope video inspection technology and its ability to provide a state-of-the-art inspection experience.

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COMMERCIAL BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES

Helping you understand your business is our business.
An AmeriSpec commercial building inspection will give you the answers you need about your property. A single walk-through is all it takes for our trained commercial property inspectors to survey the building, review appropriate documentation, and conduct interviews, if needed, in order to determine the property’s condition and give you the peace of mind you need.

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ENERGY EVALUATION
SERVICES

Want your home as energy efficient as possible? AmeriSpec inspection services offer energy assessments across the country through the EnerGuide for Houses and Energy Star Programs.

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SEPTIC INSPECTION
SERVICES

It is important for the welfare of your home and family to have a septic system inspection. A septic system receives, treats and disposes of unwanted wastewater and solids from a home’s system. A good maintenance schedule of inspection will ensure your septic system is in good condition.


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WOOD BURNING STOVE
AND FIREPLACE INSPECTION

A fireplace or wood burning stove makes any room in your house feel warm and cozy. They can also become a problem when trying to secure insurance.


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There's no place quite like your home.

AmeriSpec is North America’s leading home inspection service. With our 1996 purchase by ServiceMaster, we became part of the largest and most trusted home service provider in the world. The AmeriSpec name is the industry standard for quality, service and value. With over 75 franchise licences from coast-to-coast, AmeriSpec Canada conducts more home inspections, and serves more satisfied customers than anyone else in the country. There truly is no place quite like your home!

For more information on our parent company, ServiceMaster of Canada, please visit www.servicemaster.ca.

Our Kingston Ontario Home Inspectors

With over 15 years of construction and kitchen design experience, Les Carr is a welcome addition to the AmeriSpec team. His work in home renovation and general maintenance has provided him with skills and knowledge in a variety of building styles. Since completing the AmeriSpec Academy Certification Program, Les has been serving the Kingston real estate community. Les is also a Registered Energy Advisor as recognized by Natural Resources Canada, a Certified Commercial Building Inspector, having successfully completed the CDW (Carson Dunlop Weldon) Commercial Building Inspection course, and he is also certified by WETT, Inc. as a SITE Basic inspector. Les is heavily involved in the Salvation Army Church and Kingston community. He has participated in local events as a musician/music technician and coached minor league hockey. Les has called Kingston home for 23 years and is a proud serving member of the Kingston community.

Les Carr, from AmeriSpec Home Inspections of Kingston, has become a Certified Residential Thermographer (CRT). The CRT certification is nationally recognized by the American Society of Home Inspectors and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. Home inspectors successfully completing the CRT certification requirements learn about the science of thermal imaging, methods of heat transfer, and thermal capacities. They also learn about the limitations of thermal imaging and how to avoid false readings. By becoming a CRT, a home inspector can provide a more thorough home inspection by detecting electrical, moisture, energy issues, and even pests, such as termites and bees, which the naked eye can’t see.

Les CarrCertified Home Inspector, Registered Energy Advisor
Direct: 613-453-4856 | [email protected]
Les Carr

With over 15 years of construction and kitchen design experience, Les Carr is a welcome addition to the AmeriSpec team. His work in home renovation and general maintenance has provided him with skills and knowledge in a variety of building styles. Since completing the AmeriSpec Academy Certification Program, Les has been serving the Kingston real estate community. Les is also a Registered Energy Advisor as recognized by Natural Resources Canada, a Certified Commercial Building Inspector, having successfully completed the CDW (Carson Dunlop Weldon) Commercial Building Inspection course, and he is also certified by WETT, Inc. as a SITE Basic inspector. Les is heavily involved in the Salvation Army Church and Kingston community. He has participated in local events as a musician/music technician and coached minor league hockey. Les has called Kingston home for 23 years and is a proud serving member of the Kingston community.

Les Carr, from AmeriSpec Home Inspections of Kingston, has become a Certified Residential Thermographer (CRT). The CRT certification is nationally recognized by the American Society of Home Inspectors and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. Home inspectors successfully completing the CRT certification requirements learn about the science of thermal imaging, methods of heat transfer, and thermal capacities. They also learn about the limitations of thermal imaging and how to avoid false readings. By becoming a CRT, a home inspector can provide a more thorough home inspection by detecting electrical, moisture, energy issues, and even pests, such as termites andbees, which the naked eye can’t see.

Less CarrCertified Home Inspector, Registered Energy Advisor
Direct: 613-453-4856 | [email protected]
Less Carr

What Our Customers Are Saying

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5/5

“Very thorough!
Great report and it was laid out well and easy to read. I also love the home binder.”

R.C.

Kingston,ON

5/5

“Les Carr was very professional and excellent to work with. Given the current climate, Covid 19, he was understanding, cooperative and flexible. I appreciate his assistance. I look forward to our continued association over the years to come.”

P.C.

Kingston,ON

5/5

“Les Carr is such a great guy to deal with. Always personable, helpful, and knowledgeable.”

Carrie Brunet

Kingston,ON

Our Kingston House Inspectors
Proudly Serve…

AmeriSpec Kingston home inspection services provide residential home inspections, energy evaluations and related ancillary services in the following areas:

  • Kingston
  • Prince Edward
  • Belleville

  • Gananoque

  • Cornwall

  • Ingleside

  • Napanee

  • Shannonville

Have a question? We’re available from 8am – 10pm, 7 days a week. Call us at ‭(613) 453-4856‬

Our Partners

Aeroplan

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Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you will not only get the peace of mind that a thorough and high-quality inspection offers – you’ll also get 500 Aeroplan® points. Your points can be redeemed towards everything from car rentals and vacation packages to spa getaways and dining.

AMJ Campbell

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Moving just got a little more affordable for AmeriSpec customers. For both local and long-distance moves, you can take advantage of price matching and FREE supplies from AMJ Campbell, Canada’s largest coast-to-coast mover.

Leon's

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AmeriSpec is proud to have partnered with Leon’s to give our customers a very special offer. AmeriSpec customers will now be able to furnish and decorate their homes for less, by taking advantage of special company prices on Leon’s large selection of home appliances and decorating items.
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Home Binder

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FREE with every AmeriSpec home inspection, HomeBinder is a free digital resource full of useful information. This complimentary online binder helps you track, manage and organize everything in your home. This includes contractor and warranty information, maintenance reminders, recall notes, and much more.

eRenovate

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AmeriSpec is proud to have partnered with eRenovate; an app that connects you with verified reliable and trustworthy home improvement professionals. The eRenovate guarantee; a $25,000 deposit protection and a 90-day workmanship warranty, provides homeowners with unprecedented value and peace of mind.

MoveSnap

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As an AmeriSpec customer, you’re entitled to a FREE account with MoveSnap! This online concierge will help you with every step of the moving process, and all of the tasks are easy to see and manage on the dashboard. MoveSnap will help you with transferring utilities and home services, changing your address to redirect mail, updating your address on important documents, hiring movers, renting a truck, and more.

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AmeriSpec of Kingston
974 Woodbine Rd,
Kingston, ON K7P 2X5

Tel:       (613) 453-4856
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COMMERCIAL BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES

Helping You Understand Your Business Is Our Business.

An AmeriSpec commercial building inspection will give you the answers you need about your property. A single walk-through is all it takes for our trained commercial property inspectors to survey the building, review appropriate documentation, and conduct interviews, if needed, in order to determine the property’s condition and give you peace of mind you need.

The American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) has published a standard guide to performing Property Condition Assessments (PCA). Our inspectors have been trained on the ASTM E2018 standard and use it as a baseline to perform PCAs of commercial buildings. We can work with clients to determine the scope of the inspection depending on their requirements and the age, occupancy, and type of building. This includes anything from performing a general visual examination of the property to a comprehensive inspection of all technical components of the building using a team of specialists.

In addition to information and photographs, the AmeriSpec report provides recommendations for remedying major deficiencies, updating ageing major components, and undertaking further detailed investigation, if required, and the timing associated with those recommendations. Depending on the type of inspection chosen, our inspectors can also include in the report approximate costs for items requiring attention in the short, medium, and long term.

AmeriSpec Provides Commercial Property Inspections Of:
  • Office buildings
  • Industrial buildings
  • Retail stores and shopping centres
  • Apartment buildings and hotels
  • Warehouse buildings
  • Condominiums
An AmeriSpec Commercial Property Inspection Can Include:
  • Site characteristics (paving, landscaping and utilities)
  • Structural frame and building envelope
  • Roof surface areas
  • Mechanical and electrical systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Heating systems
  • Air conditioning and ventilation systems
  • Interior elements
  • Environmental assessments

-Asbestos
-Phase 1 assessments
-Lead-based paint
-Indoor air quality
-Infrared thermography

  • Document review
  • Probable cost opinions
Restaurateurs

You’re in the food business, not the maintenance business. AmeriSpec understands that. Our comprehensive commercial inspection can help you take stock of any potential safety issues that may exist in your building. The inspection report will give you a full breakdown of your building components and outline what you’ll need to plan ahead for any future upgrades. Ultimately you get the peace of mind you need, you avoid costly surprises and you can focus on your restaurant.

Storefront Businesses

Your business is everything to you. Why take chances on the condition of your storefront? AmeriSpec can take a closer look for you. We’ll do a walk-through with you to point out any hazards and even share what measures you can take to correct issues. It seems like a simple thing but your customers will appreciate your safe storefront business as much as they love your great products!

An AmeriSpec commercial building inspection can help you protect your business. Book your AmeriSpec commercial inspection today!

SELLER’S HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

Pre-listing home inspection reports available to view for FREE online – anytime, anywhere.

AmeriSpec OnDemand is here to change the way pre-listing home inspections work! AmeriSpec OnDemand is a website offering full AmeriSpec pre-sale home inspection reports. Each home inspection report is free to view, and attached to the official real estate listing with the agent’s website and listing information. If you’re selling your house, or thinking about selling your house, an OnDemand report makes it easier and more efficient for everyone involved in the home selling and home buying process.

How It Works

  • An AmeriSpec professional home inspector completes a pre-listing inspection of the home and turns it into an official AmeriSpec report.
  • These complete reports are made available online to be viewed by potential homebuyers.
  • A link to the report is made available to the agent to be placed on their website alongside the listing.
Selling Your Home?

If you’re planning on selling your house, getting an AmeriSpec OnDemand pre-listing home inspection report gives you the advantage of having your report posted on the OnDemand website, FREE for anyone to view. In turn, getting you more traffic and potential interest on your listing. AmeriSpec OnDemand can help speed up the process of selling your home by attracting more eligible buyers. The pre-listing report ensures full disclosure at the time of the sale, giving potential buyers more confidence. Getting an inspection and report before listing your home also gives you the chance to fix or make allowance for items that could negatively affect your asking price. This results in more leverage over the price and allows everyone to understand the true condition of your home. The inspection report also ensures that negotiations will be easier, with fewer conditions, and should only have to happen once. No surprises will be found during an inspection after an offer has been made. By getting an AmeriSpec OnDemand pre-listing home inspection, you’ll experience less stress once you begin selling your house, giving your home its best chance to land a higher offer.

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BUYER’S HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

Don’t Let The Home Of Your Dreams Become A Nightmare

Buying a home can be an anxious time. You have found the home of your dreams, but are concerned that it may have poor workmanship or problems such as cracks in the foundation, old or deteriorating plumbing, a faulty heating system, or unsafe or dated electrical wiring. It’s because of these possible problems that you should call the professionals at AmeriSpec for a home inspection before buying a house.

No matter how much you know, or think you know, or how many friends and relatives you have in the trades, there’s no substitute for the qualified expertise of a trained AmeriSpec inspector. A trained inspector knows what to look for, what to focus on and how to assess thousands of different elements of the property. A trained inspector knows what to look for, what to focus on and how to assess thousands of different elements of the property.

Once the thorough pre-buy home inspection is complete a report is produced that will help you secure your investment, help you understand how you home works, eliminate surprise problems, and bring you the peace of mind you are looking for.

A good, thorough, comprehensive inspection report will help you make the right decision.

Here’s Why Thousands Of Homebuyers Choose AmeriSpec:

  1. All of our certified Kingston home inspection team are thoroughly trained at our in-house AmeriSpec Academy and stay informed via continuing educational programs throughout the year.
  2. Over 25 years of home inspection industry experience.
  3. Error, omissions and general liability insurance that meets or exceeds industry standards.
  4. Detailed and easy-to-understand inspection reports.
  5. Thousands of satisfied customers.
  6. Free consultation on any questions that may arise about your new home… forever.
  7. Get value-added resources contained in your home inspection binder free with every Kingston home inspection.
  8. Valuable partner offers.

An AmeriSpec Kingston house inspection gives you the peace of mind you need. Book your AmeriSpec Kingston home inspection today!

ENERGY EVALUATION SERVICES

How Energy Efficient Is Your Home?

Want your home as energy efficient as possible? AmeriSpec inspection services offer energy assessments across the country through the EnerGuide for Houses and Energy Star Programs. Whether you are a homeowner, homebuyer, or a homebuilder, our Natural Resources Canada trained and licensed Home Energy Advisors can provide you with an EnerGuide Rating or ENERGY STAR® certification on the home and valuable information on how to make it more energy efficient. Our trained, professional energy advisors follow the standards set by Natural Resources Canada. They’re up-to-date with the most recent energy saving technologies and techniques, and can advise you on how to make you home more efficient. They’ll review all the energy related components of the home and use the most current building science to make sure their recommendations improve the efficiency, comfort and performance of the home.

Find out how you can make your home more energy efficient. Contact AmeriSpec today!

HOME EFFICIENCY REBATE+ GET UP TO A $10,600 REBATE!

Owning a home can be expensive. AmeriSpec home inspection services works hard to make things financially easier for you. The Home Efficiency Rebate+ is one way to save money and make your home more energy-efficient at the same time. It’s the perfect opportunity to upgrade your home, and get up to $10,600* back. 
 
Four Easy Steps Is All It Takes: 
1. Before you begin any upgrades, call us to schedule your energy audit at (705) 761-5439
2. Complete at least 1 eligible upgrade
3. Schedule a post-retrofit energy audit with us
4. We’ll take care of the paperwork, and you’ll get your rebate cheque. *The rebate includes $600 towards the cost of both energy audits.
 
AmeriSpec will help you qualify for the largest rebate available to you – based on the upgrades you’ve chosen to make. That’s a maximum of $10,600 in rebates!
 
Upgrade & Save:
✓ Up to $1,300 on Air Sealing
✓ Up to $6,750 on Exterior Wall Insulation
✓ Up to $2,000 on Basement/Crawlspace Insulation
✓ Up to $2,350 on Attic Insulation
✓ Up to $6,500 on a Space Heat Pump
✓ Up to $1,300 on a Domestic Hot Water Heat Pump
✓ Up to $325 for each Window or Door

Contact AmeriSpec today to find out how you can get up to $10,600 in rebates.

For details, visit https://enbridgegas.com/residential/rebates-energy-conservation/home-efficiency-rebate-plus.

 

Sewer Scope Video Inspection Service

Sewer Scope Video Inspection Service

Sewer and drain problems are more than just common annoyances for homeowners: they can cause significant damage if left unresolved. Past methods of detecting these problems can rely heavily on guesswork, yield excessive costs, and take up lots of time. That’s all about to change, thanks to AmeriSpec’s sewer scope video inspection technology and its ability to provide a state-of-the-art inspection experience. A sewer scope video inspection is a process in which a trained technician deploys a miniature camera to observe the condition of sewer and drain pipes. The camera will relay information to the technician so they can see if everything is functioning as designed, and determine any next steps if an issue is found. Common problems can include cracks, tree roots, collapsed lines, clogs, and lost valuables. Without the use of sewer scope video technology, all of these can be challenging to properly assess and fix.

The Advantages Of Sewer Scope Video Inspections

There are numerous other benefits which make sewer scope video inspections an invaluable part of your home maintenance plan:

Enhanced Flexibility

  • Video technology can easily observe difficult to access areas.

Recorded Evidence

  • Everything the camera detects is documented for long-term maintenance strategies.

Preserving Infrastructure

  • Invasive procedures such as digging are mitigated.

Superior Information

  • Maintenance professionals can better assess problems using video technology imagery.

Problem Prevention

  • The overall ease of sewer scope video inspections makes them suitable for identifying problems before they even occur!
Schedule your sewer scope video inspection today and see the difference AmeriSpec can make!

Wood Burning Stove And Fireplace Inspection

Keep Your Home Fires Burning Safely!

A fireplace or wood burning stove makes any room in your house feel warm and cozy. They can also become a problem when trying to secure insurance.

AmeriSpec offers Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT) inspections along with a Kingston home inspection. A wood burning appliance inspection will detect both major and minor problems with your appliance.

Whether your wood burning appliance is located in the living room or the basement, we’ll take a closer look and provide you with our honest assessment of any issues we see. After the inspection we’ll provide you with useful recommendations on how you can correct any of the problems we have spotted. We will also recommend any additional services you may need. Having the information and resources you need helps you feel confident when making decisions regarding your home.

Book an appointment today, and let’s work together to make sure your home is insurance ready!

Septic Inspection

AmeriSpec Septic Inspections You Can Rely On.

It is important for the welfare of your home and family to have a septic system inspection. A septic system receives, treats and disposes of unwanted wastewater and solids from a home’s system. A good maintenance schedule of inspection will ensure your septic system is in good condition.

An unchecked septic system can lead to problems. By having a trained professional from AmeriSpec check your septic system, you’ll know whether you have any problems. Whether you need a minor repair or a replacement or a major overhaul of your system, our straightforward assessment will outline your problems and issues if any exist, and let you know all your options so you can make the right decision.

It’s time to check your septic system. Book your AmeriSpec septic system inspection today!

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