Our roofs are forced to work overtime during the winter. After being lashed by snow and rain, it’s important that you make sure your roof hasn’t suffered any damage once the snow clears. This is especially true if life got in the way and you didn’t make time to inspect the roof and clear the…
Purchasing a property or making upgrades to your home is stressful enough. You don't want to have to think about insurance. But insurance home inspections are essential if you want to protect your most important asset: your home. What is an Insurance Home Inspection? Insurance home inspections are used to determine the replacement value…
More entrepreneurs are working from home these days. You may be happy to know that many home maintenance expenses are tax-deductible for a property that you use to earn a business income. This applies greatly to rental suites and home business upgrades. It can be much easier to tackle home maintenance expenses when there is…
Happy Autumn Kelowna! The gorgeous brightly coloured leaves and crisp breeze remind us that Old Man Winter is coming soon. This is a super busy time for homeowners and strata property managers. Kelowna Roof inspections and strata annual maintenance is in full swing all over the Okanagan Valley. If you are feeling frustrated with trying…
You have most likely heard that asbestos is highly toxic and dangerous. It was a common building material utilized for adding strength and heat resistance to various items. When disturbed, toxic dust becomes airborne which can be disastrous and eventually lethal to those who are exposed. The industry tried to keep the risks under…
Having a house inspection done before buying is a great way to perform your due diligence before purchasing. Finding out what types of maintenance need to be completed and if they have been well taken care of, or neglected, can protect you and help you make an educated decision. If you have been wondering “Should…
The title says it all. Our experienced and certified Kelowna home inspections team is growing and we couldn’t be happier! That being said, we are excited to welcome our newest team member, Vin McConnachie! As you know, we pride ourselves on our detailed and honest assessments (both commercial and residential), professionalism, years of experience, knowledge,…
Did you know that a depreciation report is required by the Province Of British Columbia for every strata location? Whether you are considering purchasing a condo or other strata regulated neighbourhood, if your strata have five or more units, this information is required to be updated every 3 years by the provincial government. C4U Kelowna…
The Okanagan heatwaves are coming! Spring has already had a host of record-breaking temperatures. C4U Inspections reminds clients to get your AC tested before you need it! Kelowna home inspections can save you big time by outlining the condition and functionality of the vital aspects of your home. There is nothing worse than being…
Spring has sprung in the beautiful Okanagan, and for many homeowners, it’s time to complete some home maintenance! To keep your home efficient, safe and ready for the coming seasons, we recommend following these spring maintenance tips from our home inspection services experts. Kelowna Home Inspector Suggestions for Exterior Spring Maintenance There are many home…