Frequently asked questions
How do I check the flood risk for a Bay Area address?
Enter any Bay Area street address into MyHomeScout. The free report overlays FEMA flood zones (A, AE, VE, and shaded/unshaded X), NOAA sea-level-rise projections, distance to the nearest waterway, and a calibrated flood-insurance cost estimate. High-risk findings appear on the Red Flag Report so you see them before writing an offer.
What data sources does MyHomeScout use?
We aggregate authoritative public datasets — FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps, USGS earthquake and liquefaction layers, the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS Block Group data), California Department of Education (CDE) CAASPP/Smarter Balanced assessment scores, local police crime feeds, NOAA sea-level-rise scenarios, CAL FIRE wildfire hazard zones, and city permit and assessor records — combined with proprietary noise, walkability, and community-density layers. Each layer cites its source and last-updated date.
Is MyHomeScout free?
Yes. The free tier includes a small number of full-address reports per day, the interactive map, and access to all 40+ data layers. Pro, Agent, and Developer plans unlock unlimited searches, branded PDF exports, lead pipeline tools, REST API access, and MCP tools.
Which Bay Area cities and ZIP codes does MyHomeScout cover?
MyHomeScout covers 9 Bay Area counties and 368 ZIP codes total: Alameda (51 ZIP codes); Contra Costa (37 ZIP codes); Marin (27 ZIP codes); Napa (11 ZIP codes); San Francisco (33 ZIP codes); San Mateo (22 ZIP codes); Santa Clara (135 ZIP codes); Solano (11 ZIP codes); Sonoma (41 ZIP codes). See the full list at /coverage.
Can I use MyHomeScout data in my own AI agent or app?
Yes. Developers can access 40+ data layers via our REST API or MCP Server (JSON-RPC) with an API key on Starter or Growth plans. Documentation and a browser playground live at developers.myhomescout.com; marketing overviews are at /services/api and /services/mcp.