Defensible space is a more commonly used term as August fires have become a part of life in the intermountain west. Right now in Utah, there are 5 wildfires burning according to Utah Fire Info. This website has become a great resource for reporting, tracking and monitoring fires in Utah. Nationally, 110 large fires have […]
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Top 4 Reasons to get a Pre-Listing Inspection
Pre-listing inspections or inspections for sellers can be a valuable tool in the real estate process. Prior to listing a house for sale it is very important to be aware of any potential problems or maintenance issues. Prospective buyers are quick to point out issues. As they might try to negotiate repairs before the purchase […]
Child-Proofing Your Home: 11 Safety Devices to Protect Your Children
Safety is at the forefront of every HomeTech Property Inspection. We want prospective home buyers or current homeowners to have a home that’s safe for their family. From latches to hot surfaces to sharp corners and stairways, we’re here to help ensure a home is safe for you and family members at every age. article […]
Noise Mitigation
In Park City Utah, highway noise has been a hot topic recently for homeowners along I-80 in Summit County, Utah. From a recent Park Record article, “As part of the work being done along that stretch of the interstate, UDOT also plans to begin construction on a controversial noise barrier along the length of the […]
Common Household Dangers
During a HomeTech Home Inspection, our Inspectors might use some terms that you’re not familiar with in terms of a home. Through InterNACHI’s database, we complied some common terms used in a home inspection report or used to describe common issues seen during an inspection. Use this list as a resource to better understand your […]
Identifying Heating Systems Specific to Utah
by Ben Gromicko and Nick Gromicko; article courtesy of NACHI It’s helpful to have a basic understand of heating systems within a home to get a better idea of what to expect when planning for heating/cooling costs in a new home. Here at HomeTech, our inspectors are trained under the InterNACHI Standards of Practice, to describe […]
