Buying or selling a home can be one of the most exciting and stressful times in your life. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, the transaction isn’t complete once an agreement on price has been reached. The deal that both of you have in place may still fall apart. While some of issues […]
When you decide to renovate your home, you are undertaking a project that is a huge investment both financially and in time. The project can even be disruptive enough to have you live out of your house for a period of time. Before you go ahead and carry out that huge renovation task you were […]
Plumbing issues can cause some huge hassles and if left unresolved, could cause additional costly damage to your home. Depending on where your leaks are occurring, if you don’t fix your plumbing issues, it could lead to wood rot or mold damage, which could further accelerate problems. As the weather becomes warmer, it is a […]
According to the National Fire Protection Association, an average of over 47,000 house fires were caused by electrical failure or malfunction between 2007 and 2011. The fires resulted in 455 deaths, 1,518 injuries and $1.5 billion in property damage. Here are some tips that will keep your home and your family safe from fires: Listen […]
If you are dealing with recovery after a flood, or have water problems, you may find mold growing in your house. Mold may begin to grow indoors when spores land on wet surfaces. When you spot mold growing in your house, this may signify that you have a leak or water collection in your home. […]
As the warm weather approaches, it brings with it more than sunny skies and comfortable breezes. As sure as May flowers follow April showers, amateur construction scammers will no doubt be knocking on your door. Con artists, flim-flam men, whatever they’re called in your neighborhood, should be reported to the authorities immediately. Here, thanks to […]
Here comes summer. In many parts of the U.S., that means extreme heat. Even in more temperate climes, home owners will experience a thawing of the ground and record the warmest temperatures of the year. Houses and their foundations respond to the ebb and flow of the seasons in many ways. It pays to […]
Because this is the time of year when termites in the U.S. become most active, let’s take a look at how to spot them. You should also know that termite eradication is NOT a do-it-yourself project. This problem, if you have it, calls for professional help. But, there is one extremely important thing you […]
With the weather getting nicer out, people are looking forward to entertaining guests outdoors. Building a deck or a patio can be a nice addition to a home, and provide enjoyment to a family for years to come. A deck or a patio can provide a nice place for homeowners to socialize with their guests, […]
With warmer weather coming up, people become more motivated to make improvements to their homes. Unfortunately, this also brings about shady characters who are looking to take advantage of those desiring to make those improvements. This makes springtime the peak season for home improvement scams, according to Stacy Cohen of Consumer Affairs. Houselogic.com notes that […]
