6 Cheap renovations to make your house more sellable
1. Refresh your appliances If your appliances are looking old or don't match, don't go out and buy brand new ones; it's expensive, and...
Things to Do Before You Leave for Vacation
Turn off the main water supply; Closing the valve on the main water supply will cut off water to the house. Although there will still be...
Tankless water heaters
Heating water accounts for up to 30 percent of the average home's energy budget. Some makers of gas-fired tankless water heaters claim...
Garage Door Safety
All garage door openers should have an automatic reverse that stops the door if there is an obstruction when moving downward and returns...
Rules of the Roof
Why is it some home inspectors don't go on the roof? The main reason is there are no requirements in the standards of practice of the...
What happens when you ignore water?
I want to discuss what can happen if you continue to ignore water that may be starting to cause issues with regards to foundations. In...
Why do I need a home inspection?
A home inspection provides you with a detailed report as the home inspector looks at over 1,000 items that could present an issue or...
Radon, Myth or Reality
Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas. You cannot see, smell or taste radon, but it may be a problem in your home. The Surgeon...
Water issues and Drain Tile
Water in basements may also be caused by a drain tile issue. Drain tiled basements have a pipe that is continuous around the entire...
Sump Pumps, what you need to know
Basement flooding is one of the most devastating things that can happen in someones home. It can cost thousands of dollars in property...