Most home inspections in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland cost between $400 and $900. A small condo sits at the bottom of that range. A large detached house with a suite or a laneway home sits at the top. Below are our published 2026 prices at Foxhound Inspections, what moves the price up or down, and what you should expect to get for the money.
Foxhound home inspection prices (2026)
All prices are in Canadian dollars. Thermal imaging and a same-day digital report are included with every residential inspection.
Detached homes
| Home size | Price |
|---|---|
| Under 2,000 sq ft | $575 |
| 2,001 to 3,000 sq ft | $625 |
| 3,001 to 4,000 sq ft | $675 |
| 4,001 to 5,000 sq ft | $750 |
An additional suite (attached or detached) adds $75. A laneway or coach home adds $250.
Condos
| Unit size | Price |
|---|---|
| Under 1,000 sq ft | $425 |
| 1,001 to 2,000 sq ft | $475 |
| 2,001 to 3,000 sq ft | $525 |
| 3,001 to 4,000 sq ft | $575 |
Townhomes
| Home size | Price |
|---|---|
| Under 1,500 sq ft | $525 |
| 1,501 to 2,000 sq ft | $575 |
| 2,001 to 3,000 sq ft | $625 |
| 3,001 to 4,000 sq ft | $675 |
Condo and townhome inspections include a free strata document review. New build inspections use the same size-based rates and include green taping of deficiencies for your builder walkthrough. The full price list is on our pricing page.
What changes the price of a home inspection?
- Size. More square footage means more rooms, more fixtures and more time on site. This is the biggest factor.
- Property type. A condo inspection covers the unit. A detached inspection covers the roof, exterior, drainage, attic, crawlspace and every system inside, so it takes longer.
- Suites and outbuildings. A basement suite has its own kitchen, bathroom and often its own heating and electrical. A laneway home is close to a second inspection.
- Age and condition. Older Vancouver homes often have decades of renovations layered on top of each other. Those take longer to sort through and explain.
- Add-on testing. Mold and radon testing need lab analysis or monitoring equipment, so they are priced separately.
Add-on testing prices
- Mold testing: $500 for one air sample, $550 for two. Samples go to a certified lab for analysis. See mold testing.
- Radon test: $300. Useful for homes with basements, crawlspaces or slab foundations. See radon testing.
- Service call: $250, for a single concern such as a leak or a pre-renovation question.
What your inspection fee should include
Price only means something if you know what you are comparing. Before you book any inspector in BC, check for these:
- A BC licence. Home inspectors in British Columbia must be licensed by Consumer Protection BC. Ours is #84127.
- Insurance. Licensed BC inspectors must carry errors and omissions insurance.
- A clear report, fast. In a subject period, a report that arrives three days later is a problem. Ours arrives the same day, with photos and a practical next step for each finding. Look at a sample report before you book anyone.
- Thermal imaging. Some inspectors charge extra for it. It helps find hidden moisture and missing insulation, and we include it on every residential inspection.
- Time on site. A detached home usually takes 2.5 to 4 hours. A condo takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours. An inspection that is much faster than that is skipping something.
Is the cheapest home inspection worth it?
A home inspection is one of the smallest costs in a Lower Mainland purchase. The problems it can find are not small. A failing perimeter drain, a roof at the end of its life, or water getting behind the siding can each run well into five figures to repair. Saving $100 on the inspection makes no sense if the cheaper inspector misses one of those.
The better question is what you get for the fee: an experienced inspector, enough time on site, and a report you can actually use to negotiate or plan repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Who pays for the home inspection in BC?
The buyer usually books and pays for the inspection, since it protects the buyer. Sellers sometimes order a pre-listing inspection to find problems before the home goes on the market.
Do I need an inspection for a brand-new home?
Yes. New homes can still have installation defects, missing insulation or drainage problems. A new build inspection before your walkthrough, or an 11-month inspection before the first year of your home warranty ends, gives you a list to hand to the builder.
Is a condo inspection cheaper than a house inspection?
Usually, because the inspection covers the unit and not the whole building. Shared elements like the roof and building envelope belong to the strata, which is why our condo inspections include a strata document review.
Do you inspect homes in the Fraser Valley?
Yes. We cover the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley, from Vancouver, Richmond and the North Shore out to Langley, Abbotsford, Mission and Chilliwack. See our service areas, or call 604 779 3043 to confirm a booking for your address.
Book your inspection
Foxhound Inspections is run by Said Noori, a Certified Master Inspector based in Richmond. We inspect seven days a week, including evenings. Book an inspection or call 604 779 3043. Buying on a tight timeline? Read our guide to fitting a home inspection into your subject period.