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Practical guides for Utah home buyers and sellers. Written by a certified inspector with 500+ inspections per year and zero insurance claims.

Home Inspection

What Does a Home Inspection Cover in Utah?

A complete breakdown of every system and component a certified Utah home inspector evaluates — from the foundation to the roof and everything in between.

March 20268 min read
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Radon

Radon Testing in Utah: What Every Home Buyer Needs to Know

Utah has some of the highest radon levels in the country due to its uranium-rich geology. Here's what that means for your home purchase and your family's health.

March 20266 min read
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Home Inspection

How to Read Your Home Inspection Report

Your inspector just handed you a 50-page report. Here's exactly how to read it, what the categories mean, and how to decide what to negotiate versus what to let go.

February 20267 min read
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Mold

K9 Mold Detection vs. Traditional Mold Inspection: What's the Difference?

Ruger is Utah's only certified canine mold detection dog. Here's how K9 mold detection works, why it finds mold that humans miss, and when you need it.

February 20265 min read
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Home Inspection

The Most Common Issues Found in Utah Home Inspections

After 500+ inspections per year across the Wasatch Front, certain patterns emerge. Here is what we actually find in Utah homes and what it means for buyers.

March 20268 min read
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Home Inspection

What Actually Fails a Home Inspection in Utah

Home inspections don't technically pass or fail. But some findings are serious enough to change a deal. Here's what inspectors flag as major concerns in Utah homes.

March 20267 min read
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Mold

Mold in Utah Homes: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Utah's dry climate creates a false sense of security about mold. Here's where mold actually hides in Utah homes, how to find it, and what to do about it.

March 20267 min read
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Solar

Buying a Home with Solar Panels in Utah: What You Need to Know

Utah has one of the highest rates of residential solar adoption in the country. Before you buy a home with solar panels, here's what a proper inspection should cover.

March 20268 min read
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