01 / BEFORE YOU BUY
Buy with clarity.
Explore the property’s condition before committing. A pre-purchase inspection helps turn uncertainty into informed questions.
Plan your inspection ↗Nanaimo & Vancouver Island home inspections
Your next chapter.
A clearer picture.
Before you make your move, know the home. Thoughtful inspections, straightforward answers, and confidence in what comes next.
Local knowledge. A thorough approach. People you can talk to.
See the whole picture
A home is a big decision.
Let’s look closer.
Get beyond first impressions, understand the details, and move forward with a practical plan.
02 / BEFORE YOU SELL
Prepare for what’s next.
Understand your home before it goes on the market. Talk through your plans and the inspection approach that fits.
Discuss your property ↗03 / AFTER THE INSPECTION
Answers that stay with you.
The conversation doesn’t end with your report. Ongoing advisory support helps you make sense of the findings as you settle in.
How it works ↗From the roof to the foundation
The details matter.
We take a closer look.
A thorough review of the home’s major systems, with thermal imaging and moisture readings to add context to what we see.
Arrange an inspection ↗Roof & exterior
Structure
Electrical systems
Plumbing
Heating & cooling
Interior
Insulation & ventilation
Garage & carport
Thermal imaging
Moisture readings
Island roots. Practical experience.
Meet your inspectors.
Local people, a hands-on understanding of buildings, and time for your questions.
Steven Barr
LICENSED HOME INSPECTOR · #79673
Raised in Cedar, Steven brings experience in carpentry, HVAC, and remediation to his inspection work.
A Carson Dunlop graduate and CAHPI National Certificate holder.
Alex Carey
LICENSED HOME INSPECTOR · #90448
Based in Coombs, Alex brings over 20 years of construction experience and a practical understanding of how buildings work.
Approachable advice grounded in hands-on experience.
Straightforward from the start
A clearer path to your next move.
01 / BOOK
Tell us about the home.
Choose an appointment online or call to discuss the property, location, and timing.
02 / INSPECT
Look beyond the surface.
We examine the home’s major systems and help you understand the findings through a personal consultation.
03 / UNDERSTAND
Know your next steps.
Receive a digital report and practical guidance. Bring your questions now, and as homeownership unfolds.
Proudly local
At home on
Vancouver Island.
Serving Nanaimo and surrounding communities. Call to confirm availability for your property.
NanaimoParksvilleQualicumDuncanLake CowichanPort AlberniGabriolaSalt SpringTofino
Good questions. Clear answers.
Before your inspection.
What does the inspection cover?
The major systems listed above, including roofing, structure, electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling. Ask about the scope for your specific property when booking.
Can I talk through the report with my inspector?
Yes. A personal consultation is available on site or by telephone so you can discuss the findings and ask questions.
Are weekend appointments available?
The current website advertises seven-day availability, including weekend and evening appointments. Check the booking calendar or call to confirm a suitable time.
How do I book?
Use the booking button to open Above the Barr’s existing scheduling page, or call 778-288-4857 to speak about your property.
A little clarity.
A lot more confidence.
Let’s take a closer look at your next home.