Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about how DealScore works, what data we use, and what to expect from your report.
What data do you use?
Public Ontario open data — floodplains, municipal records, police open data, transit feeds, and (pending licensing) provincial assessment data. No private databases, no guesswork.
How accurate is the Safe Buy Score?
Every block is sourced and dated. We show the raw data behind each score so you can verify it yourself.
Does this replace a home inspection?
No. DealScore covers location and neighbourhood risk. A licensed inspector covers physical condition — roof, plumbing, foundation. Get both.
Which areas do you cover?
Mainly the GTA — 16 cities: Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Caledon, Aurora and Newmarket. The rest of Ontario is covered only partially, by province-wide sources. The Data Sources page shows exact coverage for every source and city.
Is it free?
Yes — during the closed beta reports are free. There is no payment or subscription. Pricing after the beta will be announced before launch.
Do I need an account?
No signup. Enter an address and we email you a link to your report.
Why might my score differ from an earlier check on the same property?
A small number of checks — including Air Quality (AQHI) — reflect live, real-time data that changes between report runs. Two reports generated hours apart on the same address can differ by a few points for this reason. All other data is frozen at generation time and recorded in the report header.
How current is the data in my report?
It depends on the source. Most indicators — including Air Quality (AQHI) — are updated in real time or near-real time. Some sources, like school rankings and demographic data, are refreshed annually. Others — including certain transit and crime statistics — update every 7 days. We continuously monitor all sources and update our integrations when new data is published.
Can you help with a home inspection or a lawyer?
Yes. On the homepage you can request a home inspection or legal services. Leave your contact and the DealScore team gets back to you.
Ready to check a property?
Free during the beta. Your report link arrives by email in about a minute.