Let's face it - we need our water heaters. Whether it's for those nice warm showers or sparkling clean dishes, most of us have our water heater working double time on a daily basis. It follows then that regular maintenance is essential for keeping your water heater running efficiently, preventing costly breakdowns, extending its [...]
Let's face it - there are a lot of critters in Colorado. Mice, rats, bats, birds, raccoons, termites, spiders and insects of every shape and size are all out there looking for a cozy place to call home. When you're purchasing a home, the last thing you want is to find some unwelcome guests [...]
When you're considering purchasing a new home, a thorough home inspection is a crucial step to ensure you're making a sound investment. Choosing Scott Home Services means you can expect a full examination of all the major systems of the home - both inside and out. This even includes a variety of household appliances. [...]
The average residential home has a lot of vents - vents for your HVAC system, vents for your attic, a vent for your dryer, a vent for your gas water heater etc. But did you know that your plumbing system also needs vents? In fact, reliable plumbing ventilation is absolutely crucial for a healthy [...]
Gutters and downspouts are essential components of any home's water management system. They have one job, and it is an important one - protect the home and its surrounding area from water. These crucial devices are so commonplace, that you might not even notice them. But nonetheless, their role in safeguarding your home's foundation, [...]
Having been an inspection company for 18+ years, it's no surprise that we've seen a lot of crazy things on the job. But believe it or not, we always somehow come across new things year in and year out. So as 2024 comes to a close, we'd like to shed light on some of [...]
If you are a builder that has worked in the City of Boulder, then you know that Boulder has its own subset of Energy Codes outside of the IECC standards that have been adopted. These codes contain amendments and additions to the standard IECC codes that they believe better serve the city as a [...]
When it comes to optimizing in-home climate control, increasing energy efficiency, and saving money, one of the most important aspects of the home is insulation. In fact the EPA calculates that, by sealing homes and insulating properly in the appropriate areas, homeowners can save up to 15% on yearly heating and cooling costs. There [...]
A backflow preventer is one of the unsung heroes of our residential plumbing systems. These devices are crucial in preventing issues such as water contamination, sewage backups, or basement flooding. But what are they, and why are they so important? In this blog, we will get to the bottom of it! What Causes Backflow? [...]
The garage entry door is an important, but often overlooked, aspect of the home. This is the door that connects the garage space to the living space. As a home inspection company, this is always an item we make sure to inspect and call out when necessary. Some people may think "It's just a [...]
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