What type of building do you live in?

Choose the style of building you live in

Detached
This is any standalone, single-unit residence that has no other units attached to it.

Choose Duplex if you have a detached home with a basement apartment unit.

Townhouse/Row townhouse
These are attached single-family residences. Each townhouse or row house unit is one of a group of two or more units adjoined by common walls. This includes stacked townhouses.

Choose End Row if your unit is attached on one side only, or In Row if your unit is attached on both sides.

Semi detached
These are two single-family homes that are attached on one side by one common wall. There's a separate deed for each half.

Duplex to Sixplex
In these two- to six-unit dwellings, each unit is self-contained with a separate entrance. They can be built with one unit on top of the other, or other configurations that are specifically designed and built or converted from a single-unit dwelling.

What size is your garage?

Whether your garage is attached or built in, choose the number of cars that you could park inside it.

What is the outside of your home made of?

The outside walls of your home are typically covered by one of the following types of material. If there’s more than one type, choose the one used most.

Aluminum siding
This type of siding is made up of strips of aluminum laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall. It’s often manufactured to look like wood or clapboard siding.

Brick veneer
This is brick attached to a wood or metal stud frame. The brick is for appearances only; it doesn’t provide structural support for the building. This is very common in modern houses.

Vinyl siding
Similar to aluminum siding but made from vinyl and imitates the look of wood siding.

Wood siding
Overlapping pieces of wood attached to the side of the building. It can be installed as tongue and groove, lap or bevel wood siding laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall.

Stucco
A cement plaster system made of cement, lime, sand, and water.

Logs
Solid log exterior wall constructed of eight to 12-inch diameter logs, with the log visible on the exterior and interior of the home. The space between each log is caulked to form a weather-tight seal.

Solid masonry
Up to 24-inch thick solid stone slabs of granite, fieldstone, or limestone mortared together to provide external structural support. Usually found on much older homes or high-end modern properties.

Is your basement full or partially finished? A finished basement is one that includes finishes like:

Drywall or panelling
Flooring: subfloor, carpet, tiles, etc. Ceilings: drywall or drop ceilings Choose the option that best describes what percentage of your basement is finished.

Not finished: 0% to 30% Partially finished: 30% to 70% Finished: 70% to 100%

What type of roof does your home have? There are several types of roof your home may have depending on the type of home, its age, and where you live. Asphalt shingle These are the most common type of shingles used in Canada today. Depending on the quality, application, maintenance, weather conditions, and exposures, they can last anywhere from five to 25 years. Tile Roof tiles are typically made of clay or slate and come in a variety of colours. They have a long life expectancy, though the roof needs to be reinforced because of their additional weight. Metal tiles and shingles Metal roofs come in many forms, including individual tiles and shingles or sheets of metal that are flat or formed into different designs They can be made of aluminum, copper, or steel, which gives them a lifespan of 50 or more years depending on product quality. Hail proof Also known as Class 4 impact resistant shingles, this roof typically costs $3,000 more than asphalt shingles on the average-size roof. They’re most likely to be used on homes in areas more susceptible to severe weather storms. Wood shingles and shakes This type of roof covering is common in the west and the north, as well as on luxury homes. Wood shingles are machine-cut, while shakes are hand-cut, split along the natural grain of the wood. Commonly made of cedar and redwood, they resist rotting, insects, and weathering. If installed professionally, this type of roof can last anywhere from 10 to 30 or more years. Other roof types Built-up (tar and gravel/tar and felt) Developed in the 1960s, tar and felt roofs consist of two layers of roofing felt layered with tar. It’s commonly used on flat roofs. Tar and gravel roofs, or “built-up” roofs, are similar to tar and felt, but use asphalt between four or five layers of felt and topped with more asphalt and gravel. This roof lasts 15 or more years and is commonly found in high-rise and low-rise buildings, homes with flat roofs, and single-storey extensions. Rubber These low-maintenance roofs are most often seen on commercial properties or low-slope roofs. Made of rubber, synthetic rubber, or vinyl, they’re durable in extreme weather conditions and less prone to leaking. Vinyl or PVC These roofs have been used in commercial buildings for over 40 years in North America and have now become popular in residential properties for their lightweight and durability. Depending on the type and style they can last for up to 40 years

What type of roof does your home have? There are several types of roof your home may have depending on the type of home, its age, and where you live.

Asphalt shingle
These are the most common type of shingles used in Canada today. Depending on the quality, application, maintenance, weather conditions, and exposures, they can last anywhere from five to 25 years.

Tile
Roof tiles are typically made of clay or slate and come in a variety of colours. They have a long life expectancy, though the roof needs to be reinforced because of their additional weight.

Metal tiles and shingles
Metal roofs come in many forms, including individual tiles and shingles or sheets of metal that are flat or formed into different designs They can be made of aluminum, copper, or steel, which gives them a lifespan of 50 or more years depending on product quality.

Hail proof
Also known as Class 4 impact resistant shingles, this roof typically costs $3,000 more than asphalt shingles on the average-size roof. They’re most likely to be used on homes in areas more susceptible to severe weather storms.

Wood shingles and shakes
This type of roof covering is common in the west and the north, as well as on luxury homes. Wood shingles are machine-cut, while shakes are hand-cut, split along the natural grain of the wood. Commonly made of cedar and redwood, they resist rotting, insects, and weathering. If installed professionally, this type of roof can last anywhere from 10 to 30 or more years.

Other roof types
Built-up (tar and gravel/tar and felt) Developed in the 1960s, tar and felt roofs consist of two layers of roofing felt layered with tar. It’s commonly used on flat roofs.

Tar and gravel roofs, or “built-up” roofs, are similar to tar and felt, but use asphalt between four or five layers of felt and topped with more asphalt and gravel. This roof lasts 15 or more years and is commonly found in high-rise and low-rise buildings, homes with flat roofs, and single-storey extensions.

Rubber
These low-maintenance roofs are most often seen on commercial properties or low-slope roofs. Made of rubber, synthetic rubber, or vinyl, they’re durable in extreme weather conditions and less prone to leaking.

Vinyl or PVC
These roofs have been used in commercial buildings for over 40 years in North America and have now become popular in residential properties for their lightweight and durability. Depending on the type and style they can last for up to 40 years

What type of building do you live in?

Choose the style of building you live in.

Detached
This is any standalone, single-unit residence that has no other units attached to it. Choose Duplex if you have a detached home with a basement apartment unit.

Semi detached
These are two single-family homes that are attached on one side by one common wall. There's a separate deed for each half.

Townhouse/Row townhouse
These are attached single-family residences. Each townhouse or row house unit is one of a group of two or more units adjoined by common walls. This includes stacked townhouses.

Apartment
This is a multi-unit residential building with complete independent living facilities.

What is the outside of your home made of?

The outside walls of your home are typically covered by one of the following types of material. If there’s more than one type, choose the one used most.

Aluminum siding
This type of siding is made up of strips of aluminum laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall. It’s often manufactured to look like wood or clapboard siding.

Brick veneer
This is brick attached to a wood or metal stud frame. The brick is for appearances only; it doesn’t provide structural support for the building. This is very common in modern houses.

Vinyl siding
Similar to aluminum siding but made from vinyl and imitates the look of wood siding.

Wood siding
Overlapping pieces of wood attached to the side of the building. It can be installed as tongue and groove, lap or bevel wood siding laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall.

Stucco
A cement plaster system made of cement, lime, sand, and water.

Logs
Solid log exterior wall constructed of eight to 12-inch diameter logs, with the log visible on the exterior and interior of the home. The space between each log is caulked to form a weather-tight seal.

Solid masonry
Up to 24-inch thick solid stone slabs of granite, fieldstone, or limestone mortared together to provide external structural support. Usually found on much older homes or high-end modern properties.

What is the outside of your home made of?

The outside walls of your home are typically covered by one of the following types of material. If there’s more than one type, choose the one used most.

Aluminum siding
This type of siding is made up of strips of aluminum laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall. It’s often manufactured to look like wood or clapboard siding.

Brick veneer
This is brick attached to a wood or metal stud frame. The brick is for appearances only; it doesn’t provide structural support for the building. This is very common in modern houses.

Vinyl siding
Similar to aluminum siding but made from vinyl and imitates the look of wood siding.

Wood siding
Overlapping pieces of wood attached to the side of the building. It can be installed as tongue and groove, lap or bevel wood siding laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall.

Stucco
A cement plaster system made of cement, lime, sand, and water.

Logs
Solid log exterior wall constructed of eight to 12-inch diameter logs, with the log visible on the exterior and interior of the home. The space between each log is caulked to form a weather-tight seal.

Solid masonry
Up to 24-inch thick solid stone slabs of granite, fieldstone, or limestone mortared together to provide external structural support. Usually found on much older homes or high-end modern properties.

What type of building do you live in?

Choose the style of building you live in.

Detached
This is any standalone, single-unit residence that has no other units attached to it.

Choose Duplex if you have a detached home with a basement apartment unit.

Semi detached
These are two single-family homes that are attached on one side by one common wall. There's a separate deed for each half.

Townhouse/Row townhouse
These are attached single-family residences. Each townhouse or row house unit is one of a group of two or more units adjoined by common walls. This includes stacked townhouses.

Apartment
This is a multiple-unit residential building with complete independent living facilities.

What is the outside of your home made of?

The outside walls of your home are typically covered by one of the following types of material. If there’s more than one type, choose the one used most.

Aluminum siding
This type of siding is made up of strips of aluminum laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall. It’s often manufactured to look like wood or clapboard siding.

Brick veneer
This is brick attached to a wood or metal stud frame. The brick is for appearances only; it doesn’t provide structural support for the building. This is very common in modern houses.

Vinyl siding
Similar to aluminum siding but made from vinyl and imitates the look of wood siding.

Wood siding
Overlapping pieces of wood attached to the side of the building. It can be installed as tongue and groove, lap or bevel wood siding laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall.

Stucco
A cement plaster system made of cement, lime, sand, and water.

Logs
Solid log exterior wall constructed of eight to 12-inch diameter logs, with the log visible on the exterior and interior of the home. The space between each log is caulked to form a weather-tight seal.

Solid masonry
Up to 24-inch thick solid stone slabs of granite, fieldstone, or limestone mortared together to provide external structural support. Usually found on much older homes or high-end modern properties.

What is the outside of your home made of?

The outside walls of your home are typically covered by one of the following types of material. If there’s more than one type, choose the one used most.

Aluminum siding
This type of siding is made up of strips of aluminum laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall. It’s often manufactured to look like wood or clapboard siding.

Brick veneer
This is brick attached to a wood or metal stud frame. The brick is for appearances only; it doesn’t provide structural support for the building. This is very common in modern houses.

Vinyl siding
Similar to aluminum siding but made from vinyl and imitates the look of wood siding.

Wood siding
Overlapping pieces of wood attached to the side of the building. It can be installed as tongue and groove, lap or bevel wood siding laid either horizontally or vertically over the exterior wall.

Stucco A cement plaster system made of cement, lime, sand, and water.

Logs
Solid log exterior wall constructed of eight to 12-inch diameter logs, with the log visible on the exterior and interior of the home. The space between each log is caulked to form a weather-tight seal.

Solid masonry
Up to 24-inch thick solid stone slabs of granite, fieldstone, or limestone mortared together to provide external structural support. Usually found on much older homes or high-end modern properties.

What is an automatic sprinkler system?

Automatic sprinkler systems are installed in your home and connected to your fire alarms. When the fire alarms are triggered, the sprinklers dispense water to help prevent a fire from spreading.

Automatic fire sprinklers must be professionally installed and fully operational in a home or condo unit. Sprinklers must also be located in all areas of the dwelling. They are located on the ceiling, similar to a smoke detector, but are small valves that disperse water as needed.