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3 days ago
3 min

Home repairs that may be too dangerous to DIY

Home repairs are fun and generally easy to DIY, however there are times where we may need to call a professional to be safe.

Apr 29
3 min

5 Tips to prepare your home for Summer.

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to make sure that your home is in tip-top shape for the hotter months.

Apr 15
3 min

What increases the value of a home?

There are things about your home that are in your control, and once you start tweaking them, you can be able to increase the value.

Mar 30
3 min

Top 3 DIY Home Projects You Can Do This Spring

Increasing the value of a home can be a challenging and stressful task. You must not only schedule the upgrades, but you will also spend...

Mar 24
3 min

Earthquake Safety For Your Home

With an average of 5,000 earthquakes reported in the United States each year, earthquakes are more common than you would expect...

Feb 24
3 min

3 Signs that your Water Heater is failing

Have you ever heard the saying “They don’t make them like they used to?” that can be true of your Water Heater..

Feb 18
3 min

Top 3 things that will impact your Home Inspection

These are the top 3 things we find often in homes that may break a deal if not handled properly.

Feb 11
3 min

Home Inspection Fails

In this Blog we review some of the "Fails" found at our Home Inspections.

Feb 4
3 min

What devices consume the most energy in my home?

What would happen to your usage of energy if you were to be able to walk around your home and see dollar signs popping out of your devices?

Jan 27
3 min

Top 5 things to consider when hiring a Home Inspector

A Home Inspection is part of the process needed to complete a successful real estate transaction. Check out these suggestions to consider.

Jan 22
3 min

What is a Home Warranty?

Knowing the difference between a Home Warranty and your Insurance can save you the headache of knowing what to do in the event you need one.

Jan 13
4 min

5 Signs Of Sewer Issues

There are often many signs that may indicate a home has sewer issues. Here are some common signs for you to be aware of.

Jan 7
3 min

5 Winter Home Improvement Projects You Can Do

Home Improvements to your home does take effort & expenses, but they provide you with a return of investment that is necessary.

Dec 30, 2020
2 min

What to do on New Year's Eve?

2020 has brought many challenges to us. But it's important to try our best to remember the good things that happened this year!

Dec 18, 2020
3 min

Do I need to test for Mold?

The M word. No one likes to talk about it, especially when you are a homeowner or potentially buying a home.

Dec 10, 2020
3 min

How to get your Home ready for the Holidays

The holiday season is here! But how are you getting your home ready for it? Check out our blog for some helpful tips.

Dec 3, 2020
3 min

Why Inspect a New Construction Home?

A New Construction Home may not be as problem free as you think. It is important to still have a Home Inspection to protect your investment.

Nov 20, 2020
4 min

What factors affect a Home Appraisal?

Knowing what factors may affect your Home Appraisal may give you the opportunity to maximize the value of your home.

Nov 12, 2020
3 min

What is Radon?

Exposure to Radon in your home can have long term effects on your health.

Nov 5, 2020
4 min

Common Issues Found At A Home Inspection

Check out our blog to learn about the common issues found at a home inspection.

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