Tis’ the season to add some extra interior and exterior holiday lights, a few cool blow ups in the front yard and perhaps a rooftop display, Griswold style. We're home a lot more often, lately, and that means going all out on decorations from many! The fantastic yearly display of lights and outdoor decorations is…
Cold weather is upon us, meaning it is that usual time of year for sniffles, sneezing, flus and colds. However, the COVID-19 pandemic makes it even more important to pay attention to our health and the health of our family members. Many of us assume that we are dealing with allergies, or issues due to…
The Autumn Season Can Bring Unexpected Guests Autumn is such a beautiful season here in the Okanagan Valley! It brings changing colours in our forests and cooler weather to enjoy those last few hikes before the snow comes. It's a busy time, as well! Fall maintenance means cleaning those gutters, gathering firewood, raking leaves and…
Radon is in the news again. Two Kelowna postcodes have been identified as radon hotspots, while Vernon West, East, and Central all were identified as having higher than healthy readings. In fact, two homes in Vernon came back with readings measuring 5-7 times higher than the current Canadian guideline. What is Radon Gas? Radon 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…
As soon as the colder temperatures come, the smell of burning wood fills the air. Soon after, follow the first reports of chimney fires. Wood burning stoves and fireplaces add aesthetic beauty and wonderful warmth to a property during colder months, but they can be dangerous if not properly maintained. As home inspectors, we can…
It’s a small square or round box. It’s affordable, almost invisible when you install it, terribly annoying when it goes off, and it saves lives. Unfortunately, we’ve seen too many homes and businesses in our home inspector careers with either no detectors, expired ones, or detectors that just need a new battery. Carbon monoxide…
Indoor air quality is something many of us take for granted within our residential and commercial space. Often, it isn’t until reoccurring respiratory issues or health concerns arise that people begin to question how healthy their internal air is. C4U Inspections in Kelowna is happy to address any questions or concerns and offer affordable solutions.…
That cool Autumn chill has returned to the Okanagan and we all know winter isn’t too far away. Fireplace season is about to be in full swing. Perhaps, you are in the middle of chopping and stacking wood for your wood burning stove or have already turned on your natural gas fireplace. Either way, regardless…