Home Inspector Profile

Richard Portugese

A Mike Holmes home inspection provides potential buyers and sellers with an accurate and unbiased third-party assessment of the condition of the house they are planning to sell or buy. A home inspection is a thorough assessment of the major systems of your home, so you can make informed decisions when buying or selling a property.

Meet Your Local Home Inspector - Richard Portugese

Mike Holmes inspectors are highly skilled, trained inspectors working in the field, with many having an engineering or construction background. Improving the industry by providing a service that goes beyond the highest standards is what you should expect from a Mike Holmes inspection. 

ABOUT

Name: Richard Portugese

Certified Since: February 2024

Service Area: Vaughan, Thornhill, Muskoka, North York

Previous Career: Physical Security Systems

Fun Fact: Loves to spend time with family, karate & MMA (recently awarded my 3rd degree black belt), fixing things, spending time on the lake, hiking, being outdoors, working on cars and renovating/improving houses.

"It's easy to do business with me."

- Richard Portugese

LEARN MORE ABOUT RICHARD PORTUGESE

I am proud to be a licensed and Certified Professional Home Inspector with Mike Holmes Inspections.  I have spent the better part of my career preforming site surveys identifying safety and security issues for all kinds of public and private facilities.  Joining the Mike Holmes family was an easy transition as I am knowledgeable and comfortable in observing and reporting deficiencies that can help homeowners as well as prospective buyers & sellers make informed decisions on what for many, is the largest single investment of their lives.  I’m an outdoors person who enjoys practicing karate, spending time with my super supportive spouse, Oveeta, my wonderful children, Matthew and Jordana and our goofball Goldendoodle, Arnie.

“You’re never wrong to do the right thing”

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

  • Habitat for Humanity, Northern Karate

INSPECTOR RICHARD IS CERTIFIED

Pre-Purchase, Pre-Listing, Maintenance, Investigative, PDI, New Home Warranty, Thermography, Mold Sampling, Radon Testing, WETT Certified

Why did RICHARD decide to become a Home Inspector?

“I’ve been actively involved in renovating homes for myself, friends and family from a very young age and was looking for a new opportunity.  Given that I’ve been inspecting residential and commercial properties (in an different capacity) for most of my career, I felt that I could use my experience, skills and knowledge to help educate homeowners on how to identify and minimize potential issues with their homes, while maximizing their return on investment.”
 
– Richard Portugese

Thorough Home Inspection Reporting

At Mike Holmes Inspections, we take pride in our commitment to comprehensive and detailed home inspection reporting. Our reports are more than just a checklist; they’re a comprehensive narrative, providing homeowners with a clear understanding of their property’s condition. Each inspection report includes a thorough analysis of every aspect of the home, from structural integrity to electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and beyond. We ensure clarity and transparency by incorporating detailed descriptions, annotated images, and recommendations for any areas that require attention. Here’s an example of a full home inspection report to showcase our dedication to delivering informative and actionable insights for our valued clients.

HOME INSPECTION PACKAGES

Essential

Home Inspection
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The essential home inspection Mike Holmes believes everyone must get – no exception – which exceeds industry standards.

MIKE'S TOP TO BOTTOM INSPECTION

THERMAL IMAGING

INDOOR AIR QUALITY ASSESSMENT

RADON TESTING

Extended

Home Inspection
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Popular

Mike's most popular home inspection includes Thermal imaging and an Indoor Air Quality Assessment to help determine if your home is healthy and energy efficient by investigating air and water infiltration.

MIKE'S TOP TO BOTTOM INSPECTION

THERMAL IMAGING

INDOOR AIR QUALITY ASSESSMENT

RADON TESTING

Premium

Home Inspection
  •  

The Mike Holmes' inspection goes even further beyond the basics. Protect not only your family's safety but also their health by testing for Radon.

MIKE'S TOP TO BOTTOM INSPECTION

THERMAL IMAGING

INDOOR AIR QUALITY ASSESSMENT

RADON TESTING

Inspection Packages and Services

Essential Home Inspection

The complete essential home inspection that every home must get – no exception – covering the basement to roof and exceeds industry standards.
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Extended Home
Inspection

Our most popular complete home inspection includes an Indoor Air Quality Assessment and Thermal Imaging, looking for heat loss, assessing energy efficiency and looking for value even behind the walls.
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Premium Home Inspection

The Mike Holmes' inspection that goes even further. Protect not only your family's safety but also their health by assessing the Indoor Air Quality and Radon levels in the home.
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Specialty and add on services

Breathe Easy with Specialty or Add-on services that can be added to your Mike Holmes Inspection package, including screening for radon gas, or mold testing for your family health & peace of mind.

Expert Witness Services

Our home inspectors can provide specialty expert witness services, providing neutral third party expert opinions based on his/her evaluation of a home.
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Radon
Screening

According to Health Canada, radon is the second leading cause of radon induced lung cancer in non-smokers. In fact, it is responsible for 16% deaths in Canada each year.
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Mold
Inspection

Mike Holmes Inspectors use a moisture meter and infrared camera to check areas of concern for possible moisture infiltration.
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WETT
Inspection

A WETT inspection is like a thorough health check for your wood burning appliances.
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Not all Specialty & Add-on services are available in all areas, please contact us at 1-888-563-5699 for more information.

Booking your home inspection is as easy as…1, 2, and 3

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Complete the online form or call
1-888-563-5699 to start the booking process.

2. Review &
Recommendations

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request and recommend a service that best meets your needs.

3. Schedule, Pay
& Confirm

Quickly, we’ll schedule a
time that works for you and
send a digital contract.

When payment is received, the booking is confirmed

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    What our clients say

    At Mike Holmes Inspections, we believe in bringing the highest quality and being completely transparent with our clients. We go above minimum code to conduct the most thorough home inspection you can get. Trusted by our clients, we strive to continue to make it right.

    Ottawa, ON Franchise - Inspector Nathan Boucher

    I am very satisfied with Nathan Boucher report. He explained very well during the inspection. I will refer him to my friends and family.

    - Anju Gupta
    GTA, ON Franchise - Inspector Steve Blayney

    Steve is very knowledgeable and friendly. His findings has provided me with a solid decision not to purchase that house. Looking forward to working with you again

    -Diane Franchi
    Ottawa, ON Franchise - Inspector Nathan Boucher

    Our Home Inspector Nathan Boucher was exceptional! A true professional who was very focused and diligent throughout the entire process. He made sure to take the necessary time to fully understand our property and provided detailed notes every step of the way. Nathan was extremely friendly and easy to work with, especially during the summary portion where he made us feel extremely confident in our purchase decision, while also being very clear and honest regarding the advisable work that needs to be done. I can not recommend Nathan and Mike Holmes Inspections highly enough and will certainly be doing so to anyone who crosses my path. Thanks Nathan!

    - Patrick Digby
    Halifax, NS Franchise - Inspector Lissa Gladu

    Lissa was professional, thorough, an excellent communicator, patient with questions, punctual and provided excellent service. Her in-depth report was provided quickly.

    - Tracey Jardine
    London, ON Franchise - Inspector Kory MacDonald

    Kory was a wonderful inspector. He is knowledgeable, personable, and experienced. I never felt like he was rushing to get through the inspection of my house. His explanations to me were thorough and detailed, and he was able to explain issues he found in a way that I could understand. He was lovely to work with and I trusted his opinions and recommendations. From booking the inspection to getting the final report, I had a great experience and am happy I went with Mike Holmes inspections.

    -Ysabel