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Water Heater Replacement – Exploring Your Options
It has happened to the best of us. The fateful day where you finally have to change out that old dinosaur of a water heater living in your basement. This is hopefully because you knew it was nearing its end, rather than waking up to a basement full of water! Whatever the cause, water heater replacement isn't ever a fun thing to do. However, there are a few different options that must be considered before you make an investment in your home. Here are a few things to consider. To Tank Or Not To Tank (Do I Need a Tankless Water Heater?) Often times, people go with the cheapest option for a water heater replacement, which is a standard tank water heater. But there are a ton of advantages to purchasing a new tankless water heater system instead. Tankless units come in both gas and electric models, and can [...]
Home Inspection Checklist: What Our Inspectors Look For (Infographic)
The Importance of Having a Home Inspection Checklist Buying a house is a big investment and because of that, we need to make sure we get your home inspection right. But a house has many different facets, so we break down our inspections into an organized home inspection checklist. No matter what type of house, how old it is, or where it is built, our inspectors follow a specific procedure in order to be extremely thorough and maximize the time spent at the inspection. At Scott Home Inspection, we use a mobile inspection software on site that contains this checklist and we add our findings under each category. As you can see in the graphic above, the sum of all these categories should cover every piece of an average home. There are a few less common sections that are not part of the graphic, but we wanted to be [...]
Limited Inspection Items During The Winter
Being a Colorado home inspection company means sometimes going head to head with Mother Nature. Even though we get 300 days of beautiful sunshine (on average), we also receive our fair share of cold and snowy days. While it is always our goal to conduct inspections that are as thorough as possible, it is common for certain weather and temperatures to result in limited inspections. This means there are sometimes items that our inspectors are just not physically able to examine. It's always important to us to maintain transparency and set client expectations. So that's why we have made a list of inspection items that will be affected in the winter. If you plan to have any home inspections in the upcoming months, this article will likely be applicable to you! Note: Although Scott Home Services is CO-based, these limitations will likely be applicable in any region with a [...]
Which Home Inspection Style Is Right For You?
When it comes to purchasing a home, it's always wise to "look before you leap." In other words, buyers should familiarize themselves with a property as much as possible before taking that final, monetary "leap." That's why home inspections are so crucial. By hiring a qualified professional to conduct an inspection, a home buyer will be able to learn more about the property and its concerns, if any. That way, when it's time to make the final decision on whether or not to proceed with the deal, the buyer will be able to make a choice that is educated and informed. There are three main types of inspections, each with its own pros and cons: General Home Inspections, Walk & Talk Inspections, and Specialized Inspections. In this blog, we will break down each of these inspection types. By the end, we hope that you will know which inspection is [...]
What Should A Buyer Do During A Home Inspection?
Purchasing a home is a whirlwind of a process with lots of moving parts. Sometimes it's hard to know what to do and when to do it, especially if you are a first time home buyer. One of the most crucial stages of the home buying process is the home inspection. As a home inspection company, our clients will commonly ask: "what should I do during the inspection?" We know it can get overwhelming, but not to worry! Because in this article, we will break down what to do when it is time for your inspection. Attend the Home Inspection First of all, if you are able to attend the inspection, it is a good idea to do so. It is commonly accepted that, as the buyer, you may be present while the inspection is conducted. If you are unable to attend the inspection, it helps to have your agent or [...]
Should You Attend the Home Inspection
One of the questions we are asked on a regular basis by home buyers is "Should you attend the home inspection?" For our pre-purchase home inspections, we highly recommend that all buyers attend and engage with the inspector to understand the condition of the home. There are a number of reasons this is helpful and important to do. Understanding What You Are Investing In This is probably the most obvious answer to the question 'should you attend the home inspection'. The purchase of a home is most likely the largest single investment each of us will ever make. As this article is being written, according to a report from the Colorado Association of Realtors, the average single-family residential home sale price topped $650,000 in 2021. With inventory levels remaining tight, finding the house of your dreams is getting really difficult. There is no end in sight to the market remaining [...]
