GL InspectionsHow much does a home inspection cost in Vaughan and the GTA?
At GL Inspections a full home inspection costs $450 for a condo, $500 for a townhouse, $550 for a semi-detached and $600 for a detached house, flat rate, with the photo report delivered the same day.
Updated October 2026 · By Gerardo Lucero, Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)
Price by property type
| Property | Flat price | Time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Condo / apartment | $450 | about 2 h 30 min |
| Townhouse | $500 | about 2 h 30 min |
| Semi-detached | $550 | about 2 h 30 min |
| Detached house | $600 | about 2 h 30 min |
New-home inspections (PDI, Tarion 30-Day, Year-End or Second-Year) cost the same as the property type. Travel is included up to 80 km driving from Vaughan; farther than that a flat $50 travel fee is added, calculated automatically with Google Maps when you book.
How that compares with the GTA
Published Toronto price guides list most home inspections between roughly $350 and $600, with large or older homes going higher. The price you pay usually depends on the size and age of the house, the inspector's experience and any add-ons.
What's included in the price
- Roof, flashing, chimney and gutters
- Attic, insulation and ventilation
- Foundation, structure and basement, including signs of water and moisture
- Electrical panel, outlets and GFCI protection
- Plumbing, water heater and visible piping
- Furnace and air conditioning
- Windows, doors, interior, garage and exterior grading
- A clear report with photos, the same day, and a walk-through at the end so you understand every finding
What is not included
A standard home inspection is visual and non-invasive. Swimming pools, septic systems, wells, mould sampling and asbestos testing are separate specialist services. Anything hidden behind walls, under flooring or blocked by stored items can't be seen, and the report says so.
Is a cheaper inspection worth it?
The inspection is usually the smallest cost in buying a home, and a single finding (a roof near the end of its life, a failing furnace, water in the basement) can be worth thousands in negotiation. Choose an inspector by certification, experience and sample reports, not only by price.
Sources
More guides
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- Pre-offer inspection or conditional inspection: which should I do in the GTA?
- Should I be at the home inspection? What should I bring and ask?
- The home inspection found problems. What are my options?
- Final walk-through before closing in Ontario: what should I check?
Questions people ask
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included up to 80 km driving from Vaughan. Farther than that there is a flat $50 travel fee.
Does a new-home or Tarion inspection cost more?
No. PDI and Tarion 30-Day, Year-End and Second-Year inspections cost the same as the property type.
When do I get the report?
The same day, with photos, and I walk you through the findings at the end of the inspection.
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