Ajax - Built on Industry, Rebuilt for Families
Ajax's roots go back to WWII when it was a bustling munitions manufacturing town. After the war, it transformed into a family-friendly suburb filled with homes built between the 1950s and 1980s, along with newer developments from the 2000s onward.
From inspecting aging mid-century homes with galvanized plumbing and asbestos insulation concerns, to new builds where foundation settlement and workmanship defects may be an issue, we provide the thorough assessments Ajax homeowners need.
Pickering - Where Rural Heritage Meets Urban Growth
Pickering features an interesting mix of historic rural homes, post-war suburban neighbourhoods, and fast-growing modern subdivisions. In areas like Claremont and Greenwood, you'll find 19th-century farmhouses and century-old brick homes that require careful inspection for foundation stonework, knob-and-tube wiring, and aging timber frames.
Closer to the waterfront and city centre, newer homes present their own risks, from poor grading and drainage to modern HVAC and electrical system defects.
Durham Region - Rich Architectural Heritage Across Communities
The broader Durham Region, including Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville, Uxbridge, Port Perry, and beyond
Century Homes: Often hiding issues like crumbling mortar, moisture intrusion, and outdated mechanicals.
Post-War Bungalows & Sidesplits: Sometimes plagued by aging roofs, inefficient insulation, and deteriorating clay drains.
Modern Subdivisions: With risks of improper grading, HVAC shortcuts, and rushed construction defects.
We understand the historical evolution of building techniques in Durham Region - from stone foundations and balloon framing to modern poured concrete and engineered trusses - and inspect accordingly.
Typical Issues We Watch For in Older Homes:
Stone or rubble foundations with water penetration
Knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring
Old clay or cast iron drain pipes
Settling stone chimneys
Worn-out lath and plaster walls
Inefficient windows and insulation
And in newer homes, we watch for:
Poorly graded landscapes leading to basement leaks
Rushed workmanship in framing and roofing
HVAC balancing issues
Insufficient attic ventilation
Proud to Inspect the Past and the Future of Durham Region Homes
Whether your home has stood for 150 years or was just built last spring, Moffat Inspections brings a deep appreciation for the region's rich architectural heritage and a sharp eye for modern defects.
