A siding inspection is an on-site look at the exterior cladding and trim. It is worth booking before you buy a home, so you know the real condition of the siding; before you sell, so you can deal with anything a buyer’s inspector would flag; or every few years as routine upkeep, to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.
An inspection starts with a visual walk of every elevation, checking for warping, cracking, fading, and loose or missing panels. We check the fastening pattern, since siding nailed too tightly for expansion is a common cause of buckling in Ottawa’s temperature swings. Flashing and caulking around windows, doors, and other penetrations get checked specifically, since those are the most common points where water gets behind siding undetected. You get a written report of what we find, whether that points to a simple repair, a full replacement, or no action needed at all.
Siding, trim, seams, and flashing checked for signs of damage or moisture risk.
Documented findings you can keep, share with a buyer or seller, or reference later.
An honest assessment, not a sales pitch for unnecessary replacement.
Book a time that works, typically same-week availability.
We walk the exterior checking siding, trim, seams, and flashing for damage or moisture risk.
You receive a written summary of findings, with photos where relevant.
If work is needed, we'll explain the options; if not, you'll know that too.
Know the real condition of the siding before you close, not after.
Address anything that might come up in a buyer's inspection ahead of time.
Catching a small issue early is almost always cheaper than waiting for it to become a bigger repair.
Yes, on-site siding inspections are provided free of charge across Ottawa and the surrounding area.
Yes, you receive a written summary of what we found, useful for your own records, a real estate transaction, or planning future maintenance.
No. If the siding is in good condition, we'll tell you that. The inspection is an honest assessment, not a sales pitch.