HOME INSPECTIONS IN KINGSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL INSPECTOR®

Anyone else is just looking around ®

About Me

I’ve been involved in construction since I was eighteen.  At nineteen, I had the opportunity to work with my uncle as a labourer for his general contracting company in Calgary.  I didn’t know it at the time but that experience put in motion a career and passion for all things construction.  Most of the last decade has been on the commercial construction side of things but I’ve obtained a great amount of knowledge on residential systems over the years as well.  I’ve spent the last two years doing a full remodel on my beautiful but modest side-split in Bayridge area.  Besides inspecting all the systems involved in your home purchase, I can give some realistic, budget friendly advice on any defects found on your dream home…..big or small.

Helder Home Inspections Family
Nick Helder - Kingston Home Inspector
Buy Your Home Back Guarantee
Buy Your Home Back Guarantee
Your Certified Home Inspection includes a Buy Back Guarantee provided by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. If Helder Home Inspections misses anything, they'll buy your home back. Guaranteed.
Backed by the largest home inspection association in the world.

Sewer Scope

Inspect your sewer line from your home to the street

Read More

Mould Testing

Complete mould testing capabilites

Read More

Thermal Imaging

Thermal imaging included with each inspection

Read More

HOW I WORK

STANDARDS OF PRACTICE

I follow InterNACHI's Standards of Practice for every home inspection I perform

EASY TO UNDERSTAND, THOROUGH REPORTS

I use the latest software for my reports which allows fast, accurate, and detailed reporting.

Reviews From Clients:

Nick was fantastic. He was very meticulous in his work and very knowledgeable. Everything was explained to us thoroughly. Would recommend him to everyone.
michael carquez
michael carquez
00:47 24 Jan 20
Excellent experience with this inspection. Nick took the time to go through all the potential issues in detail, as well as the different options I had to address them. I explained how I could DIY some issues, and had provided recommendations to professionals the more complex ones.
Derek Leung
Derek Leung
15:58 27 Nov 19
Nick is very honest and helpful, I would trust to hire him to inspect your home! I reached out to him to look at our new build for our 30 day warranty and he advised me to wait until the 11moths submission as it is more conclusive of what could be going wrong. Thank you Nick for keeping my wallet in mind and your customer service top notch!
Matthew M
Matthew M
21:42 26 Nov 19
I had two Home inspections with Nick. He was really through and explained everything to me in person which was very helpful for a first home buyer. If you are looking for a home inspection in Kingston, I highly recommend Nick!
David Kim
David Kim
18:03 25 Oct 19
Nick did an exceptional job. He was prompt when I needed an inspection done on short notice. He is extremely detailed oriented and gave explanations in terms I could understand. He made me feel confident that I knew exactly what I was buying. I would recommend Nick to anyone needing a home inspection. It it’s difficult to find this kind of service and dedication. Thanks Nick you were amazing!
Sarah Smith
Sarah Smith
12:41 23 Jul 19
We hired Nick of Helder Home Inspection by recommendation and were really pleased. He did a very thorough job going through the two story Carriage house we were interested in buying. His report was very detailed, and was able to explain his recommendations clearly. Our house had no basement so he took the time to check out the other buildings on the property, which was helpful. If you are buying in Kingston, the PEC or anywhere in Eastern Ontario, give these folks a thought.
Chris Gostling
Chris Gostling
20:39 22 Jul 19
Nick was fast about returning our call and providing an inspection to a home that needed to be moved on fast. He didn’t rush while at the home and was extremely thorough! Most importantly he was honest and expressed concern about an outdated system in our new home that others had not mentioned. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone in the home buying process!
Sarra Flute
Sarra Flute
19:11 22 Jul 19
I always had this thought that home inspectors were pointless and wouldn’t find anything I myself or family wouldn’t find.. I WAS WRONG! Absolutely amazing service, I left the home feeling so aware of every corner of this home, he left no stone unturned. Amazing amazing amazing I recommend Helder Home Inspections 100%, confidence in home buying just got easy!
Malorie Barker
Malorie Barker
01:40 16 May 19
Nick did a wonderful inspection for us. He was very thorough and deliberate, and we had high confidence in his evaluation. His website video mentions that he inspects houses as if they’re his own — I believe this. His extensive post-inspection report was well organized and professional and filled with pictures of the key points. The inspection price seemed reasonable. I have no hesitation to recommend him! Thanks Nick! (This sounds like an advertisement for Nick but honestly I was just a regular customer.)
Henry S
Henry S
15:22 27 Jan 19
We were extremely pleased with Nick’s thoroughness and attention to detail to the home inspection he performed for us. We have done two other home inspections in the past with different properties (one other one in Kingston) and Nick’s was by far the best and most thorough one we’ve ever had. We appreciated the time he took to look throughout the whole home (both inside and out) and communicating with us as he was working. The report and pictures we got from him were the most detailed we have received from any home inspector. Nick is a very personable individual and was easy to talk to and ask questions. We would recommend his services to anyone!Thanks for the great work, Stephan & Aileen Diment
Aileen Diment
Aileen Diment
21:01 05 Nov 18
Nick did a VERY thorough job and was a pleasure to work with. His on-site report (ie. ad hoc) as well as the final report (about 130+ pages) provide a great context for either ongoing maintenance versus requirements that might have an impact on final negotiated price.
Bill Wittur
Bill Wittur
12:07 03 Nov 18
Nick was very thorough and detailed with his analysis of our new home. We felt very comfortable confirming the purchase of our home after his inspection!
Lisa Wittur
Lisa Wittur
02:14 03 Nov 18
Very prompt and easy to deal with! Arrived when he said he would and completed an extremely good and thorough inspection. Nice guy to deal with would use again and recommend!
will gallagher
will gallagher
15:51 25 Oct 18
Helder home inspections were great and thorough, would highly recommend to anyone looking for an inspection, Inspector Nick Helder was very approachable and great at going into detail about any major and or minor details of the entire property.
don jon
don jon
06:11 03 Oct 18
Hello NickThank You very much from Donna and myself.The Service You supplied , and the Quality of Service was greatlyappreciated.I enjoyed the conversation about the house while you were doing the inspection.I would recommend your service to anyone.RespectfullyIAN & DONNA
Ian Fox
Ian Fox
19:04 29 Jul 18
Nick did amazing job and was able to meet our very tight timeline He has come highly recommended to us and we made an excellent choice by choosing his company. Nick walked us through the house room by room and floor by floor and pointed out many things that we had missed. As well his use of technology IE his hd 360 cameras Helped us to see the condition of both the roof and other areas as if we were actually up there. I would highly recommend Nick for your next home inspection
Mike Shurtliffe
Mike Shurtliffe
18:11 27 Jul 18
Amazing professionalism and extremely thorough. I would recommend Nick to any one of my clients!
Lisa Davenport
Lisa Davenport
16:40 15 Jul 18
Nick was great , we did not think we actually required a home inspection as we looked the house over ourselves really good , but after thinking about such a large investment another pair of eyes would be a good thing.Nick looked at mostly the same things we looked at but he looked a lot closer and also places we did not look .Nick located an area of the basement that needed attention , we did not see it when we looked but he found it because he has the knowledge and training to see things the average person could miss .Nick spent a lot more time than he expected but would not stop until every corner was inspected from top to bottom .Thank You so much Nick
karen wright
karen wright
22:24 08 Jul 18
I have worked and mentored Nick over the last couple of months and have found him very knowledgeable home inspector. I find Nick very observant and detailed on every inspection and on the last inspection he found the external gas meter had a slight ordour. Nick immediately brought it to the attention of the real estate agent and before completing the inspection the gas leak was repaired by a qualified technician.I highly recommend Nick.
Doug Pennell
Doug Pennell
14:39 14 Jun 18

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Professional Inspector

$10,000 Honour Gurantee

Residential Property Inspector

Safe Workplace Inspector

Roof Inspector

Exterior Inspector

Deck Inspector

First Time Home Buyer Friendly

ASK NICK THE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL INSPECTOR

You Have Questions. We Have Answers. Really, ask me anything.

 

Anyone Else is Just Looking Around®

A home is most likely the biggest purchase you’ll ever make, so it’s important to understand the condition of your investment. Helder Home Inspections will provide a thorough inspection and a report you can count on to make a confident decision.

Why Choose Helder Home Inspections?

I’ve been trained by InterNACHI—the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors—which is the largest home inspector association in the world. That means that I have the knowledge to spot problems with materials, installation, and workmanship that other inspectors might miss.

Unbiased Work

I follow a comprehensive Standards of Practice, which ensures that you receive a detailed and accurate home inspection. I also abide by a strict Code of Ethics, which puts your interests first and protects your rights as a consumer.

Helder Home Inspections Means Peace of Mind

Real estate transactions can be overwhelming.  So, whether you’re buying or building a new home, selling the one you’re in, or purchasing an investment property, let Helder Home Inspections give you the peace of mind you deserve to make the right choice for your family’s future.


My Standard Home Inspection

I’ll inspect the structure, systems and components of the home, inside and out, from the foundation to the roof, using the latest tools and technology.

I encourage you to attend your inspection so that I can describe my process, explain my findings, point out important maintenance items, and answer all of your questions. Your home inspection may take two to four hours, depending on the size and condition of the home.

I adhere to InterNACHI’s comprehensive Residential Standards of Practice. This means that I will inspect all of the following, when visible and accessible:

Roof
Structural Components
Attic, Ventilation & Insulation
Exterior Cladding,
Porch & Deck
Attached Garage
Driveway
Foundation
Basement/Crawlspace
Electrical System
Plumbing System
HVAC System
Interior, including:

Ceilings, Floors & Walls
Windows/Glazing
Doors


Your Inspection Report

Following my evaluation, I will compile my findings in an easy-to-read report, which will include photos, videos, and 360-degree photos (where I determine them to be beneficial), detailed descriptions, along with a convenient Summary Page. I’ll email you your report the same day where possible, and my job isn’t finished until you understand everything in it.

Helder Home Inspections is also an approved supplier to the Military Relocation program, Brookfield Global Relocation Services proudly serving military families in CFB Kingston and CFB Trenton.

 

Helder Home Inspections Kingston

Nick Helder - certified professional inspector ®

Schedule your home inspection now.