Every home tells a story. This one? It’s a story of a repair that almost got it right. At first glance, it looks like the crack has been “fixed.” You’ll see foam and sealant, and maybe even signs of previous water entry. But when you look closer, there’s a key detail missing. 🔍 The Problem This foundation crack was repaired using polyurethane injection only, with no proper surface preparation or mortar sealing. The material was injected into the crack, but the surrounding ar

You’ve probably noticed it — prices are going up everywhere. Fuel, materials, services… it’s all climbing. And lately, I’ve been hearing more and more about price increases in the home inspection industry too. But here’s the thing… At 365 Home Inspection, our pricing isn’t changing. Why? Because nothing about how we do inspections has changed. We still take our time. We still go through everything properly. We still use thermal imaging, radon testing, and air quality tools as

Yesterday I was inspecting a well-built older home here in Winnipeg. And I’ll say it straight — 👉 The house was solid 👉 Layout made sense 👉 Overall, very well done But then we checked the attic… What We Found The attic had: About 6 inches of insulation A mix of old wood chips and thin batt insulation Insulation that was uneven and compressed Now — back when this home was built, that was pretty standard. Today? Not even close. What Should Be There? In a climate like Winnipe

⚡ Trees + Power Lines = Problem (No Inspector Needed… But Here We Are) I mean… you don’t have to be an inspector to look at this and say: “ya this is wrong.” 😂 …but yeah — this is wrong. When power lines are running directly through heavy tree growth like this, it’s not just a messy situation — it’s a safety concern. Trees don’t stop growing. Branches expand, shift, and start making contact with the lines. Over time, that contact turns into friction, pressure, and potential

Roof Edge Failure: How Small Mistakes Lead to Big Problems At a glance, this roof looked fine from the ground. But like a lot of issues we see during inspections, the real story shows up at the details — especially at the roof edge. And this one? It’s a perfect example of how improper installation leads to long-term damage. What’s Going Wrong Here This isn’t just one issue — it’s a combination of failures all happening at the same critical location. 1. Exposed Fascia and Soff

How To Become a Home Inspector in Canada (Take It From a CMI®) So you’re thinking about becoming a home inspector… but don’t know where to start? Take it from a CMI® — there’s a right way to get into this industry. And it starts with proper training. One of the best ways to begin is through ICA (Inspection Certification Associates). They offer online home inspection training across Canada that allows you to learn at your own pace, without pressure or strict timelines. That fl

What You Can’t See Can Cost You: Finding Hidden Issues Behind Drywall with Thermal Imaging At first glance, the wall looked completely normal. No stains. No damage. Dry to the touch. Most people—including homeowners and even some contractors—would walk right past it without a second thought. But during a recent inspection, I pulled out my Topdon TC400 thermal camera, and that’s when the real story showed up. What the Thermal Camera Revealed On the surface, everything looked f

🏠 New Construction Doesn’t Mean Done Right: Insulation Installed Before the Roof? By 365 Home Inspection – Winnipeg Walk into a new construction home and you expect things to be done right… right? Not always. Recently, I came across a build where: Insulation was already installed in the walls The roof wasn’t even on yet Snow had made its way inside the structure At first glance, some might not think much of it. But from an inspection and building science standpoint—this is a

Commercial Overhead Door Safety Sensors: Why Height Matters More Than You Think When people think about overhead doors, especially in commercial settings, they assume if it opens and closes — it’s working properly. But that’s not always the case. On a recent inspection, I came across a commercial overhead door with safety sensors installed at approximately 20 inches off the floor. At first glance, it might not seem like a big deal. The door still operates. The sensors are the