Pros and Cons of Types of Decking Material
The backyard deck is a great place to spend time with family and friends. To keep everyone safe, it's important that you have a well-built structure. From hiring the right contractor to choosing the best material, you want a quality deck. However, when it comes to the...
Order a Home Inspection When Buying a House
Reasons to Order a Home Inspection A buyer's inspection is essential to know whether you're making a smart investment. Buying a home may be the biggest purchase you ever make, so it's important that you're confident about your investment. Home inspections are...
6 Helpful Tips to Declutter Your Home
A good way to bring simplicity to your life is to declutter your home. You’ll be less stressed while making your home more organized and easier to clean and maintain. Here are some tips to help you succeed in this endeavor. 1. Work in Stages to Declutter Your Home...
5 Affordable Lighting Upgrades for the Indoors and Outdoors
Replacing and adding light fixtures and changing out bulbs can make a significant difference in your indoor and outdoor aesthetic. While you could spend a lot of money on expensive and upscale light fixtures, there are also affordable lighting upgrades that are easy...
Create a Home Office in a Smaller Space
With the help of computers and high-speed internet, more and more jobs are transitioning to remote work. Employees are comfortable and productive at home. Whether your job has offered work-from-home options or if you just need a space to pay bills, here are some ways...
Places to Look for Water Damage in Your Home
Roofing leaks and plumbing problems can lead to water damage, mold growth, and structural issues. While sometimes the signs are obvious, not all water damage will be noticed right away. To protect your home and your family, here are some places to look for water...
Pros and Cons of Buying an Older Home
If you're in the market to purchase a house, you may have already considered an older property. Depending on your area and local real estate market, these houses may be worth a closer look. Here are a few pros and cons of buying an older home. Advantages of Buying an...
5 Ways to Add Value to Your Home
You may be selling your home and want to get top dollar, or perhaps you're ready for a change in your living space and have been saving up for improvements. No matter the situation, there are certain projects that are sure to increase your property value. Here are 5...
How to Clean Gutters Safely
There are good reasons to stay on a regular schedule of cleaning your gutters. Clogged gutters cause a variety of problems, from rotting fascia to foundation erosion. Climbing up on a ladder a few times a year to scoop out the gutters is an unpleasant but necessary...
Smoke Detector Placement in the Home
Every year, house fires cause billions of dollars in damages to homes in the United States. The most devastating destruction happens in homes without working smoke detectors. These devices save lives and help protect your property by providing an early warning of a...
Signs of Electrical Problems in the Home
Electricity allows us to illuminate our house and power appliances and makes it easier to complete household tasks. However, faulty components shift your electrical system from convenience to a safety hazard. Electrical accidents cause thousands of fires in U.S. homes...
5 Tips for Grilling Safety
Grilling is a favorite outdoor activity for many people. It’s a great way to bring the family together for some delicious food. However, there are more injuries in summer and fall from cookouts. When you practice grilling safety, you can reduce the risk of accidents...
4 Methods for Cooling Your Home More Efficiently
Summers in the south are brutally hot and come with higher power bills from running the AC constantly. Fortunately, there are some easy methods for cooling your home more efficiently in the summer. You will likely still need to run the AC, but consider supplementing...
How to Organize Your Basement
When your home has a basement, it can provide convenient storage for your family’s belongings. A cluttered or disorganized basement, however, can be overwhelming and frustrating. Make the most of your space when you take these steps to organize your basement....
4 Tips for Improving Home Security
According to the FBI, in 2018 there were 7 million property crimes reported nationwide. Improving home security is a concern for some homeowners in the United States. Here are some tips to keep your home safer. Know Statistics in Your Neighborhood One of the factors...
Make Your Deck Safe for Children and Pets
Decks are an excellent addition to any home. This space provides an outdoor extension of your living spaces. Like the rest of your home, decks need routine maintenance. With a little work, they can stay in great condition for many years. There are a few precautions...
5 Home Exterior Improvement Projects to Boost Curb Appeal This Spring
As the weather warms up, you may be looking for ways to give your home's curb appeal a boost. Whether you want to sell your house or just make the exterior more attractive, there are plenty of spring home exterior improvement projects that will help achieve your goal....
3 Reasons to Order a Builder’s Warranty Inspection
You've decided to build your dream home. After shopping around, you carefully chose the builder. Inspections were done before closing. Now you've moved in and are enjoying your new house. Why should you order a builder's warranty inspection? A builder's warranty...
Order a Home Inspection on New Construction
At first thought, you might believe an inspection isn't necessary when buying a brand new house. After all, everything is brand new: the materials, the construction, the appliances. However, there are many problems that you might encounter when you move into a newly...
Why You Should Have Your Home Inspected Before Listing
When you are preparing your home for sale, you probably have a long to-do list. One thing that you might not have considered yet is ordering a pre-listing inspection. You know the buyer will be ordering an inspection, so why would you need this as the seller? Read on...
Improve Indoor Air Quality at Home
Because modern homes are well-sealed, the air indoors can become more polluted than the air outside. Contaminants inside your home become trapped and there is no way for them to be circulated out of the environment. Use these simple tips to improve indoor air quality....
Save Water at Home: 7 Tips and Tricks
Saving water at home isn’t a difficult task. You will be conserving a valuable natural resource and reducing your monthly utility bill. Create habits that lead to less water being used during everyday activities. Let’s take a look at a few ways to save water at home....
Preparing Your Home for Fall
The cooler temperatures and the changing leaves are reminders that it’s time to begin preparing your home for fall. Completing these tasks now will get your home ready for the cold winter weather ahead. These fall home maintenance tasks help get you on the right track...
8 Things That Cause Mold At Home
Mold is a type of fungus that plays an important role in nature by decomposing organic material. However, mold causes illness and damages property when it grows indoors. Don’t make these 8 common mistakes that cause mold in the home. 1. Neglected Leaks Mold thrives in...
Radon in the Home: Information for Homeowners
Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that's the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Radon occurs naturally in the ground in every state and high levels of this gas have been found in one of every 15 homes. Fortunately, testing for...
Buying a Home? Order a 4-Point Home Inspection
If you are planning to buy a home, having it inspected is a great way to make sure that it's in good condition. If you’re buying an older home, also request a 4-point home inspection. Many insurance companies won’t issue a policy without this basic inspection service....
Maintain a Healthy Lawn All Summer
Well-tended landscaping adds to your home’s curb appeal. With some work and maintenance, you can maintain a healthy lawn all summer. Water to Maintain a Healthy Lawn Your lawn needs water to look green and vibrant. Watering as necessary should be your first priority...
4 Ways to Reduce Humidity in Your Home
Humidity refers to the amount of moisture in the air. Cooking, bathing, and laundry are some common activities that increase humidity levels indoors. Taking steps to reduce humidity in your home keeps your environment comfortable and healthy. Why Reduce Humidity in...
Service Area for Home Inspectors of Columbus
Our home inspections are available throughout the Chattahoochee Valley. On the Georgia side, this includes Columbus and LaGrange, GA. The Alabama side includes Phenix City and Auburn.
