Homebuyer Mistake #1: Thinking you can't afford it. I wish I had a dime for each time I heard this one. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach are now enjoying a new lifestyle in their very own homes. Buying a home is the smartest financial [...]
Most people don’t know how easy it is to make their homes more efficient and end up shelling out hundreds of extra dollars on utility bills. Green America Home Inspections would like to change that. Thermal imaging scans go into great detail to assess your home's energy use. As your energy evaluators we do a [...]
As homes age, so does the materialovering the roof. This is the component of the house that keeps us and the internal workings of the house dry. As the roofing material ages, it lends itself to water intrusion and can lead to expensive repairs or even replacement. Here are some common findings from roof [...]
You might be thinking, “Why would I ever want to turn off my water or gas?” However, there are several situations where you could find yourself needing to turn off the water and/or gas in your home: A weather emergency or other natural disaster, like the tornadoes A plumbing leak or repair Or installation of [...]
Gutters are an integral part of your home’s stormwater system. Without gutters, rain runs down the roofline creating a waterfall effect. Which can prove quite a problem for entering the home and draining away from the foundation, especially during heavy rains. Luckily, most common gutter problems are easy for homeowners to fix themselves. And it’s [...]
We get it, you're a busy person! With the kids going to extracurricular activities, the boss hounding you for your next report, and all of life's unexpectancies, it can be hard to keep up with a cleaning schedule! Don't worry, we're going to teach how to speed clean like a professional. How to get prepared [...]
Busting the budget is everyone's biggest fear when it comes to renovation. And with good reason. Even if you follow professional advice, it’s hard not to end up shelling out more than you want. You can get your dream renovation at a price you can afford without compromising on what matters. With our 23 inexpensive [...]
A burglary takes place about every eighteen seconds in the United States. That adds up to nearly 200 per hour, and approximately 4,800 every day. This highlights the fact that burglary is a crime you need to be aware of. Use these 6 tips to prevent thieves from entering your home and to keep [...]
Are you really maintaining your fire alarm system? Fire alarm systems are expected to help protect people, property, and assets. But you can’t tell if they’re fully operational just by looking at them. Just follow these easy tips to keep your smoke detectors in tip top shape. Cleanliness is Next to Safeness Airborne dust and [...]
Your family's home renovation project can be a combination of exhilarating excitement and pure terror. You may have heard of contractor horror stories who tore apart kitchens or received a large down payment to never return. This not only leaves your home renovation incomplete, but in some cases it can cost you three times the [...]
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