CONDITION SURVEYS CANADA
Lil Mount creates a detailed record of the current state of properties, structures, and sites before any construction, renovation, or nearby development begins. Municipalities, engineers, and strata councils usually require contractors and developers to obtain time-stamped existing visual record of properties neighboring the proposed construction site. Our condition survey quotes are fast - usually the same day and we are equipped to mobilize the very next day.
We capture the exact condition of property interiors, exteriors, and surrounding roadways within the survey perimeter. When a Canadian breaks ground on a new project, the last thing we want is a dispute over damages that were never your fault. Our detailed condition survey report provides a peace of mind, legal protection, and a solid foundation for project success.
Condition survey methodology built for Canadian defensibility
We prioritize repeatability: a logical walk path, consistent angles, and framing that makes later site condition comparison objective. Each location receives context images to show placement, followed by alignment frames and close‑ups that reveal hairline cracks, settlement lines, or finish defects. Through photographs, videos, notes, and sometimes 3D scans or drone imagery we produce time‑stamped as-is state of the property before any nearby changes take place.
The final condition survey report includes a narrative explaining scope and limits, a room‑by‑room or elevation‑by‑elevation index, and a photo‑rich PDF suitable for sharing with adjusters, strata councils, and owners. If you commission a condition survey after work has been completed, our indexing enables accurate change detection without re‑surveying everything for comparison.
Everything you need to stay protected
Organized photo/360 set
Time‑stamped evidence arranged by address, level, and area/zone. It’s the difference between “we think” and “we know.”
Annotated report
Representative images with succinct notes and location references. Clear enough for owners, insurers, and counsel to follow.
Download & sharing
Private, secure links for your team and stakeholders. Easy to retrieve months later.
Optional mapping refs
Simple mapping/location cues where appropriate to speed navigation and follow‑ups.
Knowing when to conduct an existing condition survey
General contractors protecting against damage disputes near excavation or piling; developers coordinating with adjacent owners and strata; insurers and adjusters requiring baseline records for risk management; homeowners seeking peace of mind when nearby works may vibrate or undermine finishes. Public‑sector teams also engage us for streetscape projects that pass close to storefronts and heritage structures.
Compliance, privacy, and data handling
We limit condition survey captures to consented areas, avoid personally identifying people and documents, and provide a detailed report. Originals are stored securely, and share links are read‑only. When offline delivery is preferred, we encrypt media and provide the passphrase separately. Our reporting and data collection is in-line with the industry standards and trusted by top Canadian builders and engineers.
Photo condition survey
Captured with enterprise-grade cameras, our high-resolution, time-stamped images provide crystal-clear documentation that safeguards your project and reputation.
Video condition survey
Using professional 4K equipment, our video surveys capture every angle in motion, creating a clear visual record of property conditions that protects projects and prevents disputes.
Drone condition survey
Through high-resolution aerial imaging, our aerial surveys capture rooftops, elevations, and hard-to-reach areas with precision—delivering a bird’s-eye record that strengthens project protection and accountability.
360o street-view
Immersive 360° street-view imaging brings a virtual reality perspective to your project, capturing every angle in stunning detail for a complete, dispute-free inspection.
We mobilize across Canada
We provide condition surveys across Canada’s most active markets—Greater Toronto Area (Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan), Greater Montréal (Montréal, Laval, Longueuil), Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa–Gatineau, Winnipeg, Halifax, Québec City, Victoria/Capital Region, Hamilton, London, Kitchener–Waterloo–Cambridge, Saskatoon, Regina, and Metro Vancouver—plus fast-growing centres like Kelowna and Nanaimo. From transit-oriented infill to large institutional builds, our teams mobilize quickly nationwide for insurer-ready documentation and clear, photo-indexed reports.
Get your sample condition survey report today!
Request a gated sample of our condition surveys in Canada to preview our layout, image quality, and indexing approach. We store originals in a checksum‑verified archive and provide read‑only links upon request. Where clients prefer offline delivery, we supply encrypted media with a passphrase shared separately.
Condition survey — FAQs
What does the condition survey cover?
A methodical photo record of exterior elements and interior spaces where access is granted, with index and narrative. 360 imagery is used where it speeds review.
How long does the field work and report take?
Most single structure baselines are conducted within a day. Reports are delivered in three to five business days; larger sites are phased with staged deliveries.
How far in advance should I book?
Two to three weeks ahead ensures ideal access windows, but we frequently accommodate shorter timelines with flexible scheduling. For urgent needs we provide same day quotes and next day surveys.
Will the report hold up for insurance or legal discussions?
Our condition survey reports are built for clarity and repeatability. While we don’t offer legal opinions, the industry standard methodology and time-stamped original images provide a strong support to engage evidence based discussion.
Do you offer “before and after” condition surveys?
Yes. On request, we can pair the baseline pre-condition survey report with a post‑condition comparison so you can identify changes confidently.
What’s the difference between an existing condition survey and a pre condition survey?
They’re often used interchangeably. We use “pre‑condition” for baselines tied to projects and “existing condition” for general documentation outside a specific build.