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...