About True North Home Inspections — Toronto's Trusted Home Inspectors
Built by a former contractor and building code officer who got tired of watching homebuyers get burned by inadequate inspections. Every home. Every time. No shortcuts.
500+
Inspections Completed
4.9 on Google
83 reviews
James Wilson
Registered Home Inspector (RHI)
“I inspect every home as if my own family were moving in. That standard never changes — regardless of price, condition, or how close you are to closing.”
Our Story
Before I picked up a flashlight and a moisture meter, I spent a decade as a licensed general contractor and building code officer in Toronto. I built homes from the ground up. I worked alongside every trade. I learned, the hard way, exactly where corners get cut — and how much it costs the people who end up living with those corners.
I started True North in 2012 because I kept seeing the same thing: buyers spending $800K, $1.2M, $1.8M on a home, then getting a cursory 90-minute walkthrough and a boilerplate PDF. That report wasn't protecting them. It was protecting the inspector. I knew I could do better — and that homebuyers deserved better.
Today, every True North inspection runs 2.5 to 4+ hours. Every report has photos. Every client gets a walkthrough on-site. We've completed over 500 inspections across the GTA without a single unresolved complaint, and our 4.9-star Google rating reflects something we're genuinely proud of: we do what we say we'll do, every single time.
Credentials & Certifications
Every certification we hold represents real training, real testing, and ongoing education — not just a logo on a website.
Ontario Association of Home Inspectors
The governing body for home inspectors in Ontario. RHI (Registered Home Inspector) is the highest designation in the province.
Canadian Assoc. of Home & Property Inspectors
Canada's national professional association for home inspectors, representing the highest standards of practice.
Certified Professional Inspector
The world's largest home inspection association. CPI certification requires ongoing education and adherence to a strict code of ethics.
IAC2 Certified Mold Inspector
Specialized certification for indoor air quality and mold testing — required to issue mold inspection certificates.
Certified Infrared Thermographer
Level I thermography training enables professional-grade thermal analysis of building envelopes and electrical systems.
Asbestos Work Operations
Ministry of Labour trained for Type I and II asbestos work — required for safe collection and handling of asbestos samples.
Wood Energy Technology Transfer
WETT certification is required to perform chimney and solid-fuel inspections mandated by most Ontario insurance companies.
Our Approach
Three principles that define every inspection we perform.
Thorough
We examine 400+ checkpoints across every major system in your home — from foundation to ridge cap. Nothing gets a pass, nothing gets skimmed.
Educational
We walk you through every finding on-site and answer every question — no jargon, no alarm, no rushed exits. You leave knowing your home.
Independent
We don't do repairs or remediation. We never upsell. Our only job is to give you the truth — and our truth is always unbiased.
See What You'll Receive
Every True North inspection report is delivered as a professional digital PDF — typically within 24 hours, often the same evening. Reports average 40–80 pages and are designed to be understood by non-technical buyers.
- Colour-coded severity ratings (Safety Hazard / Major / Minor / Maintenance)
- Full-resolution photos for every significant finding
- Clear plain-English descriptions — no jargon
- Prioritized repair recommendations
- Cost estimates for major findings where applicable
- Summary page for quick review by your lawyer or agent
Knob-and-tube wiring in attic in contact with insulation
Roof shingles curling — 1–3 year replacement window
Caulking missing at bathtub surround in main bathroom
Eavestrough cleaning required — debris accumulation noted
Sample findings — actual reports contain photos for each item
Our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
If you are not completely satisfied with the thoroughness or quality of your inspection report, we will refund your fee in full. No questions asked. No conditions. No fine print.
What Our Clients Say
“Absolutely outstanding service. James was incredibly thorough and took the time to explain every single finding. The report was delivered the same evening and helped us negotiate $15,000 off the purchase price.”
Sarah M.
North York
“As first-time homebuyers we were terrified. True North made the whole process feel manageable. The report was detailed, organized, and written in plain English — no confusing jargon at all.”
David & Lisa K.
Mississauga
“Used them for a pre-listing inspection. Found a few issues we fixed before listing, and our house sold in 3 days over asking. Worth every penny and more.”
James T.
Etobicoke
“The thermal imaging upgrade caught a water leak inside the wall that would have cost tens of thousands to fix. Genuinely one of the best investments we made in the entire purchase process.”
Priya R.
Markham
“Professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable. Spent 4 hours on our 1,800 sq ft home and the report had 80+ photos. This is how inspections should always be done.”
Michael C.
Scarborough
“I've bought three homes and James's inspection was the most thorough I've ever seen. He found active knob-and-tube wiring a previous inspector had missed entirely. Saved our family from a real hazard.”
Anita S.
Vaughan
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