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Consider These 5 Features for Your New Home
Mar 18, 2022 | Community, Homeowners
When you build your dream home, there are many decisions to make. As the buyer, you’ll choose paint colors, flooring materials, lighting fixtures, and trim styles, among other things. You may have specific design elements you want to incorporate. Here are a few...
9 Space-Saving Ideas for Small Kitchens
Feb 21, 2022 | Community, Home Maintenance, Homeowners
Even though you’re short on space, a small kitchen can become a functional and well-organized room. To create a comfortable place to prepare meals, use these ideas for small kitchens. You will make the best use of the space and develop ways to keep your kitchen tidy....
5 Tips for Fire Safety in the Home
Jan 21, 2022 | Community, Home Maintenance, Safe and Healthy Home
House fires can be disastrous. In 2020, fires occurring in homes caused thousands of injuries and deaths. Fortunately, many fires are preventable. Here are fire safety tips to implement to protect your family and home. Install Smoke Alarms Smoke detectors increase...
Smoke Detector Placement and Maintenance
Dec 23, 2021 | Community, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
Smoke Detectors Can Save Your Life One of the most important safety devices in your home is the smoke detector. They are often your best chance at identifying smoke or a fire in your home so you can quickly evacuate. While having the unit is a great first step, its...
5 Benefits of a Pre-Listing Inspection
Nov 24, 2021 | Community, Home Inspections, Homeowners
Getting your home ready for sale can be stressful. The quality and condition of the property are vital to winning over potential buyers. A pre-listing inspection can help sell your home quicker and at a higher price. Continue reading to learn how a pre-listing...
5 Fall Home Maintenance Tips
Oct 27, 2021 | Community, Homeowners, Seasonal
Summer is over and winter is just around the corner. If you are a homeowner, fall is an important time to focus on improving your home’s energy efficiency. Fall home maintenance helps to prevent major issues that could make the colder months ahead more difficult....
6 Ways to Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient
Sep 28, 2021 | Community, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Seasonal
How to Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient and Save Money Reducing the amount of energy a home uses has multiple benefits. You will save on monthly expenses and use fewer resources. If you want to make your home more energy-efficient, it can be difficult to know...
5 Projects That Add Value to a Home
Aug 30, 2021 | Community, Homeowners
If you are thinking about selling your home, there is more than the price per square foot to consider. Prospective buyers are also looking for popular features in a home. There are many projects that add value to a home, ranging from low-cost options to bigger...
Benefits of a Builder’s Warranty Inspection
Jul 27, 2021 | Community, Home Inspections, Homeowners
You’ve bought a newly constructed house and you are happy with your investment. It passed the code inspection and you even got a third-party home inspector to perform an inspection before you closed on the purchase. However, it is still possible for a defect to arise...
3 Tips for Preventing Mold at Home
Jun 28, 2021 | Community, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
Any home can have a mold problem, whether it is new or older. If a home has warm, damp, and dark conditions, mold is likely to grow. In addition to damaging building materials, mold can cause respiratory problems, eye irritation, and headaches. It is important for...
4 Ways to Keep a Healthy and Safe Home
May 27, 2021 | Community, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
If you're interested in keeping a healthy and safe home, there are many ways you can be a proactive homeowner. Your home should be a place where you can be healthy and safe. There are many steps that a homeowner can take to achieve this. 1. A Healthy and Safe Home Has...
5 Simple Tips to Organize the Closet
Apr 28, 2021 | Community, Homeowners
Many homes end up with disorganized closets because they don’t have the right storage solutions in place. While you can hide your stuff behind the closet doors, a messy space makes it hard to get ready and find what you need. Here are 5 simple tips to organize the...
Spring Landscaping Tasks
Mar 29, 2021 | Community, Homeowners, Seasonal
The weather is getting warmer and most of us are ready to get out of the house. With summer around the corner, spend some time tackling these spring landscaping tasks so that your property is ready for friends and family to enjoy. Here are a few things to take care of...
How to Create a Home Office
Feb 17, 2021 | Community, Homeowners
When the pandemic hit, many people transitioned to working from home. If you’re working remotely, it's important that you have space where you can be focused and productive. Here are some tips to help you create a home office. Choose a Space to Create a Home Office...
Home Improvement Goals for the New Year
Jan 19, 2021 | Community, Home Maintenance, Homeowners
To maintain your property value and keep your home in good condition, it's important to handle regular upkeep and maintenance. Here are a few home improvement goals to help you take better care of your house in the New Year. Regularly Clean Your Gutters Make it a...
5 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Dec 21, 2020 | Community, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home
The air quality in your home affects your entire family’s well-being. In newer homes, indoor air pollution tends to be a problem because the windows and doors are well-sealed. Air contaminants that make their way in from outside or are generated indoors cannot escape....
6 Tips for Preparing for a Winter Move
Nov 19, 2020 | Community, Homeowners, Seasonal
Preparing for a winter move requires planning and patience. The colder months offer a different set of challenges than moving in the spring or summer. While you can still efficiently move homes, it's important to go into it with the right mindset and tools. The whole...
5 Reasons to Get a Home Inspection Before Buying
Oct 20, 2020 | Community, Home Inspections
If you've decided to take the leap and purchase a home, it is critical to get a home inspection before buying. The cost of a home inspection is the responsibility of the buyer. As a buyer, you have the choice to skip the home inspection, but that isn’t recommended....
3 Steps to Prepare Your Fireplace for Use
Sep 18, 2020 | Community, Homeowners, Safe and Healthy Home, Seasonal
A fireplace is a great feature to have in a home. It gives your family a supplemental heat source and a cozy place to gather around on cold evenings. Like any other component of the home, the fireplace needs proper maintenance. These three steps will help you prepare...
5 Tips for Selling Your House
Aug 18, 2020 | Community, Homeowners
Selling your house is a big endeavor. You’ll also have to plan for moving after the sale, which can be stressful even for the most organized people. The good news is that you can make the process easier by hiring the right people and completing these steps. Hire a...
Ideas for Remodeling the Basement
Jul 17, 2020 | Community, Homeowners
Remodeling the basement adds value and function to your property by providing extra living spaces for your family and friends. If you have an empty or unused basement, here are a few inspiring ways to upgrade the space. Add Bedrooms When Remodeling the Basement If...
Using Thermal Imaging in Home Inspections
Jun 17, 2020 | Community, Home Inspections, Homeowners
How Thermal Imaging Improves Home Inspections Technology is useful in many industries, home inspection included. Home inspectors have the option of using an infrared thermal imaging camera as a tool to detect temperature variations. On the infrared image, cooler spots...
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