Bent Nails is very happy & proud to be diverse, I’m always excited to step in the home of a new culture & learn. Tonight’s fun is travelling to India. I didn’t you know this, maybe you didn’t either about India? - India has 121 major languages & 22 constitutionally recognized schedul

It’s the season, where more lights & not enough plugs is among us. Don’t overload the 2 plugs & stay safe!

🎃The scariest thing this October? Skipping the home inspection! Hidden leaks, electrical hazards, and structural problems can turn your dream home into a nightmare. Let Bent Nails Home Inspection take a closer look before you buy! 🏡🔍 ✅Home & Engineering Inspections ✅Pre-Listing Inspections

Weekend Homeowner Tip 🏡 Take a few minutes this weekend to check your doors and windows! Look for: ✅ Damaged or missing caulking ✅ Signs of water around window frames ✅ Doors that stick or do not latch properly ✅ Torn weatherstripping ✅ Gaps that could allow air or moisture inside Small ma

A loose handrail may seem like a minor repair, but when someone actually needs it for support, it can become a serious safety concern. This weekend, take a few minutes to check the handrails throughout your home: • Grab the rail and check for movement • Tighten loose brackets and fasteners Chec

Buying a home in Ottawa is exciting, until you realize what you can't see. A solid Home Inspection in Ottawa reviews & helps uncover safety issues, hidden defects with potential repair costs before they turn into expensive surprises after closing. The best inspections are thorough, easy to

🍁For your protection, get a Home Inspection.🍂 Buying a home in Ottawa? Bent Nails will always do more than show up with a clear scope, licensing standards & a process that helps you understand what you're really getting before closing. The more issues I can find in every inspection, the

That small strip around your exterior doors does more than you might think. Worn, cracked, or missing weatherstripping can allow outside air, moisture, dust & even insects into your home. This weekend, check the weatherstripping around your exterior doors for: • Visible gaps around the door

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As Fall is unfortunately here, use this as an opportunity to address areas on the exterior of your home to ensure your home is ready for colder temperatures, the dropping of leave & debris. 🍁Checking the roof & gutters before fall weather arrives 🍁Inspecting windows & doors for drafts

🍂GOODBYE SUMMER... HELLO FALL!🍁 The seasons change, the leaves are falling & the temperatures drop-but one thing stays the same... Bent Nails Home Inspection is here when needed! 🏡🔍 Whether you're buying, selling, building, or just want to know what's really going on with your home, I

👷🔨Just another day with crooked builders!🔨👷 Is minto actually bettering you or just their pockets? Stealing more $$ off hardworking people I see! OBC means Ontario Building Code. Legislation in Canada refers to written laws created & enacted by a legislative body, commonly known as Statutes an

🍂It's the first weekend of fall & it definitely feels like it this morning! As the temperatures start to drop, now is a great time to knock out a few simple maintenance items around your home before colder weather arrives. A little maintenance now can help prevent bigger problems later.

The first weekend of Fall is here & if you're buying or selling a home, it's a great time to have a closer look! A new season can bring new home issues, so a professional inspection can help buyers know what they're getting & sellers can address potential surprises before listi

Inspection Term of the Day: Backdrafting Backdrafting occurs when combustion gases from an appliance, such as a water heater or furnace, are pulled back into the home instead of properly venting to the exterior. During an inspection, we look at venting and combustion areas for conditions that cou

🔍Inspection Tip Tuesday: Check Your Exterior Hose Bibbs: A small leak at an exterior faucet can create a bigger problem than you might expect, especially when water is getting behind the siding or into the wall. During an inspection, I check exterior hose bibbs for: • Leakage while the faucet is

Don't let your Tarion Warranty expire without a professional checkup! The Problem: Many homeowners in Ottawa don't realize that their builder's warranty has critical milestones. Bent Nails Home Inspections specializes in full, detailed inspections specifically for new-built homes unde

One of the simplest-but most overlooked-home safety features is proper circuit breaker labeling. A clearly labeled panel helps you: • Quickly shut off power during an emergency • Identify the correct breaker before making repairs 🏡Save time when troubleshooting electrical issues Help electrici