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Today, Minister of Government and Consumer Services Marie-France Lalonde announced Ontario's intent to introduce legislation this fall that would, if passed, regulate the province's home inspection industry in order to better protect consumers.
If passed, the proposed changes would:
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Require home inspectors to be licensed with proper qualifications
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Set minimum standards for contracts, home inspection reports, disclosures, and the performance of home inspections
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Establish an independent Administrative Authority to administer and enforce the home inspection licensing legislation and associated regulations
These changes would ensure consumers benefit from quality advice, are protected from surprise costs and aware of safety issues before buying a home. This will also create a level playing field for the home inspection industry, preventing inspectors with little or no training from competing with qualified professionals by offering lower rates.
Protecting Ontario's consumers is part of the government's economic plan to build Ontario up and deliver on its number-one priority to grow the economy and create jobs. The four-part plan includes helping more people get and create the jobs of the future by expanding access to high-quality college and university education. The plan is making the largest infrastructure investment in hospitals, schools, roads, bridges and transit in Ontario's history and is investing in a low-carbon economy driven by innovative, high-growth, export-oriented businesses. The plan is also helping working Ontarians achieve a more secure retirement.
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