ckimmel

About Chris Kimmel

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.

Water Heater Maintenance: Tank vs Tankless

By |2025-06-05T13:18:40-06:00June 5th, 2025|Back to Basics, Plumbing|

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 [...]

What Do Inspectors Look For During a Pest Inspection?

By |2025-05-01T15:11:01-06:00May 1st, 2025|Pest Info|

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 [...]

Inspecting Appliances: What Do Home Inspectors Test?

By |2025-04-08T15:43:55-06:00April 8th, 2025|Ask Your Inspector, Pre-Purchase Home Inspections|

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. [...]

Understanding the Importance of Plumbing Ventilation

By |2025-03-10T13:02:00-06:00March 10th, 2025|Back to Basics, Plumbing|

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 [...]

Comments Off on Understanding the Importance of Plumbing Ventilation

The Ultimate Guide To Gutters and Downspouts

By |2025-02-06T13:14:49-07:00February 6th, 2025|Back to Basics, Drainage|

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, [...]

Comments Off on The Ultimate Guide To Gutters and Downspouts

2024 Inspection Highlights and Interesting Finds

By |2024-12-13T11:01:00-07:00December 13th, 2024|Back to Basics|

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 [...]

Comments Off on 2024 Inspection Highlights and Interesting Finds

Explaining Boulder’s 2024 COBECC Updates

By |2024-12-30T13:40:51-07:00November 15th, 2024|Energy Code Info, HERS Ratings|

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 [...]

Comments Off on Explaining Boulder’s 2024 COBECC Updates

What Are Insulation R-Values?

By |2024-12-30T14:53:50-07:00October 14th, 2024|Energy Audit Info, HERS Ratings|

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 [...]

Comments Off on What Are Insulation R-Values?

What Is A Backflow Preventer?

By |2024-09-26T11:26:16-06:00September 26th, 2024|Back to Basics, Plumbing|

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? [...]

Comments Off on What Is A Backflow Preventer?

Garage Entry Door Rules

By |2024-12-31T11:29:33-07:00September 12th, 2024|Back to Basics, Garage|

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 [...]

Comments Off on Garage Entry Door Rules