Dec 23, 2019 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home
Indoors or outside, mold and moisture go hand in hand. Outdoors, mold is an important type of fungi that helps with decomposition. In the home, mold is unsightly, destructive, and unhealthy, especially for those with mold allergies. This article explains the common...
Oct 25, 2019 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners
Termites are the most well-known wood-destroying insects, but there are others that can cause damage to your property. To best protect your home, familiarize yourself with common wood-destroying insects that may infest your home. Wood-Destroying Insects Include...
Sep 26, 2019 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home
Thermal or infrared imaging technology is used by some home inspectors during an inspection. A thermal imaging camera produces a color image showing the amount of thermal energy an object is emitting. This provides a trained inspector with information about the...
Aug 26, 2019 | Community, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Seasonal
Fall Home Improvement Projects Despite warm temperatures, fall is right around the corner. It’s a busy time of year with children going back to school, fall planting, and getting the house ready for winter. Here is a list of 7 fall home improvement projects that...
Jul 26, 2019 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home
Humidity in the home is uncomfortable and can cause your energy bill to increase. As the humidity levels in your home rise, your HVAC has to work harder to cool the area. Eliminating excess moisture from your home takes time and attention. Here are a few simple steps...
Jun 27, 2019 | Community, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home, Seasonal
The summer months are the perfect time to host a cookout, but July is also the biggest month for accidental grill fires. Both gas and charcoal grills have risks associated with their use. The next time you use your grill, practice these grilling safety tips to keep...