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Chris Kimmel worked as an Associate Home Inspector for two years, handling numerous services including sewer scope inspections, pest inspections, mold air sample testing, radon testing, and water quality testing. Chris now works with Scott Home Inspection as a Content Writing Specialist.

Saving Money On Insulation With a HERS Rating/ERI in 2021 IECC

By |2023-09-14T13:38:45-06:00September 14th, 2023|HERS Rating Guide, HERS Ratings|

If you are in the building industry, you are probably no stranger to the 2021 IECC. This is the most recent iteration of the International Energy Conservation Code (at the time of this writing), and it has really tightened up certain construction requirements for newly built homes. One of its most significant changes has [...]

How Radon Mitigation Works (Different Types Of Radon Mitigation Systems)

By |2023-09-11T14:36:48-06:00September 11th, 2023|Radon Info|

It's official - the CO Senate Bill 23-206 Radon Law is now in effect. This new law has been implemented to increase radon awareness and safety during real estate transactions. We predict that it will most likely lead to increased radon testing, and thus an increase in radon mitigation. To read more about CO [...]

How To Pass A Lakewood Short-Term Rental Inspection

By |2023-08-30T14:33:59-06:00September 5th, 2023|Lakewood Short Term Rental License, Rental Property Inspection|

If you are a property manager or landlord in Lakewood, Colorado, you have likely heard that a new law has been announced pertaining to short-term rental (STR) properties. Set to go into effect on September 1, 2023, this new law will require all STRs to be licensed. Properties must be assessed by a qualified [...]

Home Inspections in Wheat Ridge CO

By |2023-08-30T13:27:31-06:00August 30th, 2023|City Analysis|

About Wheat Ridge Wheat Ridge, Colorado is a relatively small suburb located just northwest of the Denver metro area. Like many parts of Colorado, this quaint city was originally established as a rest stop for travelers during the gold rush in the 1850s. As travelers began to settle, they started to realize [...]

Performing Manual J, S, & D On An Existing Home or Remodel

By |2023-08-04T10:23:56-06:00August 4th, 2023|Mechanical Design|

HVAC mechanical design is a crucial part of the building process. The IECC requires that HVAC systems must be compliant with certain guidelines in order to meet code. The industry standard for calculating proper design is set forth in three important formulas: Manual J, Manual S, and Manual D. As a company that specializes [...]

Home Inspections in Thornton CO

By |2023-07-24T09:20:44-06:00July 24th, 2023|City Analysis|

About Thornton Thornton, Colorado is a thriving city located about ten miles north of the Denver metro area. Straddling both Adams and Weld county, it is the 6th most populous city in Colorado. It was founded in 1952, and the community has seen lots of growth throughout the subsequent years. Fast forward [...]

Home Inspections in Greenwood Village CO

By |2023-06-15T14:49:08-06:00June 19th, 2023|City Analysis|

About Greenwood Village Greenwood Village, Colorado is an area situated in Arapahoe County on the south fringe of Denver. This city started as small settlement during the mid-1800s gold rush. The land eventually started to be cultivated into orchards and farmlands. And in 1950, Greenwood Village was officially incorporated as a town. [...]

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Duct Leakage Testing Requirements in 2021 IECC Codes

By |2023-08-14T17:03:11-06:00June 16th, 2023|Duct Leakage Testing, Energy Code Info|

If you are in the building industry, you are no doubt familiar with the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).  This code is used as an industry standard for new building projects and renovations. And it establishes what guidelines need to be followed in order to meet code. As an Energy Services company, we make [...]

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How Will the CO Senate Bill 23-206 Radon Law Affect Me?

By |2023-08-15T14:57:50-06:00June 12th, 2023|Radon Info|

If you are a part of the real estate industry, you are no doubt aware of radon gas and its dangers in the residential setting. This naturally occurring radioactive gas has been proven to be a serious in-home health risk, and prolonged exposure can lead to lung cancer. Members of the Colorado General Assembly [...]

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Do I Need An Exhaust Fan In My Kitchen?

By |2023-06-02T13:59:15-06:00June 5th, 2023|Back to Basics, HVAC|

Having good indoor air quality in the residential setting is essential to healthy and safe living. The kitchen is one of those rooms that can heavily influence the content of your indoor air - think steam, smoke, grease, fumes etc. It's no wonder then that so many kitchens are equipped with exhaust fans. As [...]

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