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Mold at Home: Risks, Detection, and Solutions
Finding mold in one's home can be a common yet troubling experience. This growth, often resulting from excess moisture, can appear in...

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May 17, 20245 min read


Safeguarding Your Home from Meth Contamination: A Complete Guide
Ensuring your house is protected from harmful substances is crucial for the well-being of everyone who lives there. One hazardous...
Big Leap
May 3, 20245 min read


Navigating Home Inspections in Utah: A Buyer and Seller Guide
Home inspections hold a pivotal role in the real estate transaction process in Utah, serving as a critical tool for both buyers and...
Big Leap
Apr 17, 20243 min read


How to Test, Understand, and Mitigate Risks in Utah Homes
Radon is an invisible, odorless gas that can be harmful to your health if found in high levels in your home. It’s important for homeowners,
Big Leap
Apr 3, 20245 min read


Navigating Home Inspections with Digital Ease and Expertise
When it's time to buy or sell a house, understanding its condition is crucial. That's where a thorough check-up of the property comes in...

troygailey
Mar 17, 20244 min read


Unmasking Unseen Hazards: Meth, Mold, and Radon
At BTS Home Inspections, we understand that the safety and well-being of families in Utah are often contingent upon the sanctity and...

troygailey
Mar 10, 20243 min read


Home Inspection Checklist for a Smooth Process
Before you seal the deal on your dream home, conducting a thorough check to ensure everything is in top shape is crucial. This guide will...

troygailey
Mar 3, 20246 min read


Infrared Scans Unveiled: Seeing Beyond the Surface
Infrared technology has revolutionized the way we perceive and understand the world, allowing us to pierce the veil of the visible and...

troygailey
Jan 10, 20247 min read


Protecting Your Health: Why Asthma Sufferers Should Prioritize Mold Testing in Home Buying
For asthma sufferers, maintaining a healthy living environment is paramount. The presence of mold in a home can exacerbate asthma...
Big Leap
Nov 10, 20232 min read


Recognizing the Silent Signals of a Roof Leak in Your House
A well-maintained roof is crucial in protecting your home from the elements. One of the most common issues homeowners face is a roof...

troygailey
Oct 24, 20232 min read


Navigating the Fireplace Inspection Process as a Homebuyer
Buying a home with a fireplace comes with a unique set of considerations. A fireplace adds aesthetic and functional value to a property,...

troygailey
Oct 24, 20232 min read


How to Find Roof Leaks in Homes You're Considering
Finding the perfect home involves more than just love at first sight with a beautiful kitchen or spacious backyard. It's also about...

troygailey
Oct 10, 20232 min read


Unconventional Features in Homes: Could They Signal Methamphetamine Contamination?
Beyond the apparent characteristics of a home, there are often hidden aspects that demand our attention. Unconventional features within a...
Big Leap
Sep 10, 20232 min read


Maximizing Your Home's Value with Pre-Sale Inspections
When selling your home, you want to ensure you're getting the best possible return on your investment. One way to do this is by...

troygailey
May 5, 20232 min read


Are Your Chimney and Fireplace Ready for Winter?
As cold weather begins to set in, thermostats are bumped up (much to the displeasure of some fathers and husbands), sweaters are donned,...
Big Leap
Nov 4, 20222 min read


3 Things Not Included in a Basic Home Inspection
You want to know what shape your home is in so you scheduled a home inspection. That’s a great idea. Inspecting your home is one of the...
Big Leap
Oct 10, 20222 min read


My Home Is a New Construction: Does It Need an Inspection?
Being the first owner of a new home is exciting. No one has ever owned the home before you. Thanks to its new construction status, it...
Big Leap
Sep 13, 20222 min read


Signs of Sewer Trouble Every Homeowner Should Know
You probably don’t spare much thought for your home’s sewer system most of the time. Why would you? If it’s working properly, there’s not...
Big Leap
Sep 13, 20222 min read


Common Causes of Water Damage in Utah Homes
Water damage can be a total nightmare for homeowners. It can cause anything from unappealing cosmetic damage to problematic structural...
Big Leap
Jul 22, 20222 min read


Why You Should Have a Home Professionally Inspected When Buying As-Is
Lots of homeowners spend ample amounts of time and money getting their homes all fixed up before trying to sell them. Not everyone has...
Big Leap
Jul 22, 20222 min read


Sewer Camera Inspections: Avoiding Major Repairs in Older Provo Homes
Provo’s neighborhoods are filled with beautiful, historic homes—each one with its own story, architectural character, and, often, hidden surprises in the plumbing system. While owning an older home is a source of pride for many Provo residents, these properties can also bring unique challenges, especially below ground. One of the most critical and overlooked maintenance tasks for older homes is a sewer camera inspection, a proactive step that can help homeowners avoid expensi
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How to Prepare Your Park City Home for a Meth Inspection
Park City, Utah, is well known for its vibrant rental market, scenic surroundings, and thriving tourism industry. With so many homes changing hands, either through short-term rentals or seasonal leases, it’s no surprise that property owners are increasingly aware of the need for meth inspections. Methamphetamine contamination—even at low levels—poses serious health risks and can significantly impact a property’s value and marketability. If you’re preparing to sell, rent, or s
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Choosing the Right Radon Mitigation System for Your Utah Home
Radon is a hidden home hazard many Utah homeowners only discover after a test comes back high. Because it’s colorless and odorless, the only way to know your level is to test—and once you learn your home is elevated, choosing the right mitigation system becomes an important health decision. In Utah, where many homes have basements and sit on radon‑producing geology, mitigation is not one‑size‑fits‑all. Different cities, elevations, and foundation types all influence which sys
Leadgenix Reporting


Sewer Camera Inspections: Avoiding Major Repairs in Older Provo Homes
Provo’s neighborhoods are filled with beautiful, historic homes—each one with its own story, architectural character, and, often, hidden surprises in the plumbing system. While owning an older home is a source of pride for many Provo residents, these properties can also bring unique challenges, especially below ground. One of the most critical and overlooked maintenance tasks for older homes is a sewer camera inspection, a proactive step that can help homeowners avoid expensi
Leadgenix Reporting


How to Prepare Your Park City Home for a Meth Inspection
Park City, Utah, is well known for its vibrant rental market, scenic surroundings, and thriving tourism industry. With so many homes changing hands, either through short-term rentals or seasonal leases, it’s no surprise that property owners are increasingly aware of the need for meth inspections. Methamphetamine contamination—even at low levels—poses serious health risks and can significantly impact a property’s value and marketability. If you’re preparing to sell, rent, or s
Leadgenix Reporting


Choosing the Right Radon Mitigation System for Your Utah Home
Radon is a hidden home hazard many Utah homeowners only discover after a test comes back high. Because it’s colorless and odorless, the only way to know your level is to test—and once you learn your home is elevated, choosing the right mitigation system becomes an important health decision. In Utah, where many homes have basements and sit on radon‑producing geology, mitigation is not one‑size‑fits‑all. Different cities, elevations, and foundation types all influence which sys
Leadgenix Reporting
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