Our Goal

At Above the Barr Home inspection our goal is to provide you with the best pre purchase home inspection report on all major systems of your Vancouver Island home, thermal imaging and moisture readings of the home, We provide a personal consultation on site or telephone to fully Discuss the Inspection report, helping to assist you in your real estate purchasing or selling decisions with a same day PDF copy of the inspection Report. We are solution orientated Inspection company providing easy to understand explanations and recommendations to help with your satisfaction with your inspection for years to come. We want you to be confident that’s why we are giving you additional peace of mind included with the cost of the home inspection with Life Time Advisory Support after every home inspection from licensed home inspector Steven Barr.

Our goal is simply to provide home buyers with the knowledge they need to make a Confident and Stress-Free Real Estate Decision when buying or selling a home on Vancouver Island BC.

Steven Barr

Licensed Home Inspector

CP License # 79673

Licensed home inspector Steven Barr, is a true Vancouver Island native, Born and raised in the town of Cedar BC, nestled in South Nanaimo. With his upbringing, he had the privilege of exploring the island's breathtaking beauty, and now, he's excited to share his extensive local knowledge with you.

In his early twenties, Steven ventured into the realm of customer service, taking on the management of a local Nanaimo bar. It was here that he honed his customer service skills, a trait he now brings to his profession as a home inspector. His commitment lies in providing the highest quality inspection services available on Vancouver Island.

Transitioning into the world of Construction and Trades, Steven spent the majority of his twenties and thirties deepening his expertise in various aspects of residential and commercial construction. His diverse experience as a cabinet maker, finishing carpenter, HVAC , and residential remediation work equipped him with a sharp eye for detail and a profound understanding of potential issues that might arise in your home or property .

To offer you a comprehensive Pre Purchase home inspection, Steven draws from his wealth of knowledge, conducting thorough examinations from the roof to the foundation of your property. As a graduate of the Carson Dunlop School of Home Inspection and a holder of the CAHPI National Certificate, he is a fully trained, experienced, insured, and licensed home inspector who has been ensuring the satisfaction of homeowners across Vancouver Island for years.

Now, joined by his wife Petra and their son, Parker, Steven's dedication to delivering exceptional Home inspection services is more than just a profession; it's a family endeavor. Together, they understand the importance of instilling peace of mind in other families as they make significant real estate decisions. Your home inspection experience with Steven, Petra, and Parker is certain to be a professional, thorough, and family-oriented one.

Whats included

Roof inspection
Structural inspection
Insulation and ventilation inspection
Electrical inspection
Exterior inspection
Plumbing inspection
Interior inspection
Heating and cooling inspection
Garage and carport inspection
Moisture readings in crawlspaces and attics
Thermal imaging
Preventative maintenance
Same day reports
Lifetime advisory support

Why choose Above the Barr

• 100% Locally owned and operated Home inspector

• Fully licensed and insured inspections

• Inspection Reports delivered within 24 hours

• Inspections available 7 days a week

• Weekend inspection appointments available

• Evening home inspections available

• Easy to read inspection reports with pictures diagrams

• Free thermal imaging inspection included

• Pinless moisture readings

• Competitive Cost

• CAHPI National Certificate Holder

Graduate of Carson Dunlop School of  Home Inspection Course

CAHPI National Certificate Holder

(Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors)