Buying a home is exciting! It can also be stressful. Having a home inspected by a highly-qualified professional is the best way to reduce uncertainty about your potential new purchase. That's why we're committed to providing solid information in an interactive report. Francis Caza, RHI (Registered Home Inspector) is a past chair of the Ottawa chapter of the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI). He has worked in home construction in Ottawa-Gatineau for over 35 years. It is this expertise that Francis brings to your home inspection.

Radon gas is a silent killer. It is colourless and odourless. And it might be building up to dangerous levels in your Ottawa-Gatineau basement. Prolonged radon gas exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking; it's "linked to roughly 16% of lung cancer deaths in Canada" (Health Canada, 2012). Elevated levels of radon gas have been detected in Ottawa-Gatineau homes, especially in areas built on bedrock, like Kanata (CBC Ottawa, 2012). Elevated levels of radon have also been detected in Chelsea, Orleans, and other areas. Radon gas is a naturally occurring by-product of underground uranium deposits. Radon is dispersed and causes no danger to humans. However, when radon builds up in confined spaces (like your basement), radon can cause serious damage to your lungs (Health Canada, 2012). Testing your home is the only way to find out whether you have a radon problem. Francis Caza, RHI has received his Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program certification. more... See more text