HVAC systems are crucial to maintaining the comfort of modern homes. But unfortunately, nothing lasts forever, including HVAC units. What exactly are the signs that your system might need repairs or needs to be replaced completely? Let’s take a look. General Lifespan Many different factors can come into... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 1-14-2022
On average, 2,600 deaths and around 11,000 injuries occur annually due to residential fires. Out of the 350,000 or so fires that occur yearly, most of them happen at night while people are sleeping. Shockingly, these statistics take place even in homes where there are working fire alarms.... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 12-10-2021
With low inventory available and with Denver being a vibrant city with close access to the mountains, it is no wonder that the housing market here is hot. As a result, many Denver area residents are taking advantage of the current climate and selling their homes. One thing... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 11-17-2021
Even after you are equipped with the knowledge from your Strouse Home Inspection, and even after you have decided that a house is a good purchase, there are bound to be home improvement projects you’ll need/want to do throughout the years. Having the right tools can make all... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 10-20-2021
Buying a new home is exciting and scary. It must fit your family and lifestyle as well as be structurally sound. The house might fit your budget and style preferences but may have underlying problems such as radon gas emissions. If you are not quite sure what radon... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 9-17-2021
As you stand in front of your dream house with stars in your eyes, you dream of spending time with friends and family there. Just as you’re dreaming of backyard bbq’s, the inspector comes up to you. He looks unhappy. At the end of his explanation, so do... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 8-11-2021
Your HVAC system is an integral part of your home. At Strouse Home Inspections, we know this. That is why when you call upon us to perform a home inspection, your HVAC system is on the list of items we thoroughly check. The following are the steps that... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 7-14-2021
Buying a home is an exciting prospect! Don’t let a beautiful exterior stop you from investigating further into the health of your prospective purchase, though. The truth is that a fresh coat of paint and new appliances could potentially be covering up serious issues. Issues that could cost... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 6-9-2021
In the age we live in, with boundless internet articles and DIY videos why not save a bit of cash and do it yourself, right? In many cases, this is not a bad idea, but some things need to be left to professionals. So which home projects are... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 5-18-2021
Older homes can have some crazy things that homeowners and buyers of more modern homes likely don’t have to face. Roof Extensions In a recent inspection of an older home that was “rehabbed” there was a unique configuration for the extended roof over a back porch. See the... [read more]
By Strouse Home Inspections 4-13-2021
