THE HOLMES APPROVED HOMES PROGRAM
Mike’s philosophy is simple: The things you don’t see in a home are more important than the things you do, and addressing these critical details today protects your investment, saving you time, trouble and money tomorrow.
Mike created The Holmes Approved Homes program to give homebuyers a home that’s built right the first time – a house built with trust, integrity and a commitment to Make It Right®.
“The HOLMES Approved Homes Program is about integrating the right building products with the right technology, using the right building practices to build you a home that goes beyond residential standards, from construction to final inspection”
The result? Simply a better built home.
CAN INSPECTIONS
A HOLMES Approved Home undergoes a series of home inspections including onsite field reviews by approved Mike Holmes Inspectors, which serves as a thorough, transparent record of the quality and value that exists behind the walls.
The Mike Holmes Inspections team provides unbiased, third party inspections at critical stages of construction. Every home is inspected a minimum of three times through various stages of construction.
US INSPECTIONS
A HOLMES Approved Home undergoes a series of home inspections including onsite field reviews by approved Mike Holmes Inspectors, which serves as a thorough, transparent record of the quality and value that exists behind the walls.
The Mike Holmes Inspections team provides unbiased, third party inspections at critical stages of construction. Every home is inspected a minimum of three times through various stages of construction.
INSPECTION STAGES
This is a detailed inspection of the structure that supports your entire home: the foundation—from the footings to the waterproof membrane system. This inspection protects your home’s resistance against moisture and basement leaks.
Your home’s exterior building wrap is inspected to ensure maximum mould and moisture protection. Electrical, plumbing and HVAC rough-in stage inspections are also conducted to confirm they have been properly installed.
This inspection tests every part of your home’s construction that has a direct impact on its energy efficiency, including a tight building envelope and sealed air ducts, as well as maximized heating and cooling.
A full review of your home’s roof installation is completed, including soffits, trim, gutters and downspouts. This confirms they meet manufacturer warranty conditions to protect your home for generations.
Your entire home is inspected to make sure it meets every one of Mike’s specifications. This inspection verifies minimum water infiltration, maximum moisture protection and proper ventilation systems for maximized indoor air quality.
As a final inspection, your home is examined to make sure safer, healthier, more durable materials were properly installed—from paints, appliances and flooring to the HVAC and water purification systems.
DETAILED SUMMARY REPORTS
Homeowners receive a Certification Binder and an Inspections Certificate which is documented proof that the home is energy efficient, durable and built to the highest standards.
“Through the Holmes Approved Homes Program we have formed partnerships with builders who believe in my values and build to my standards. My team evaluates the building standards of every Holmes Approved Homes Partner Builder, and works with them one-on-one to understand their local expertise in building higher quality homes that make sense for the local weather and environment. That includes using the right materials, products and building practices so your home is safer, healthier, energy efficient and longer lasting. And the best part is we give you the proof.” – Mike Holmes
FIND A BUILDER
Mike Holmes has partnered with top builders across the country that are building to his standards. Find a home builder in your area whose making it right
