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In Case of Fire
You are probably aware of the expression; ‘there is no smoke without a fire’. This is a fact that really applies to home fires. There are countless millions of properties lost because of home fires every year, but there is nothing more tragic than when a life is lost....
Look out for these Electrical Issues
Electrical safety is extremely important for yourself, your family, and your home. As homes age, wiring frays and connections loosen. New appliances can also strain the system. Knowing the warning signs of electrical failures and using preventative maintenance...
Answering a few inspection questions
If you are new to the home buying process, you probably have a lot of questions. As the home inspection is part of that process, we thought we would answer a few of the most common questions associated with home inspections. Why do I need to have the house...
Lighting Things The Old-Fashioned Way
Using natural gas for appliances is a practice that has been around for a long time, and it is possible that some homes still have gas-powered appliances that are quite old. One practice that was in use in the past was that of having a pilot light burning for ignition...
Tree Roots and Foundations
Everyone loves the look of a majestic tree in the yard. They provide shade and beauty and supply us with wonderful oxygen. However, when trees are planted too close to the foundation they can cause problems. That damage can mean thousands of dollars in repair costs....
Vinyl Siding or Brick?
When choosing to purchase or remodel it’s important to understand the role that the exterior plays when making the decision. The most common exterior materials used are brick and vinyl siding. Some homes combine materials because they both are great features for the...
How to Protect Your Family During A Tornado
There is always the threat of storms and tornadoes. When the temperature shifts from cold to warm, the chances of a storm front that could produce a full-blown tornado increase dramatically. Being prepared for this possibility is of the utmost importance. Here are...
Sewage Pumps
If you have a finished basement, do you have a bathroom in it? If so, this bathroom is most likely below the level of your septic system, so how does it get the sewage out of the basement? This is usually done with the help of a sewage ejector pump. In many ways, this...
Summertime Cooling System Use
It’s a simple fact that the way a home is used is different depending on what time of year it is. A basic example is that in the summer, you likely use a cooling system, and in the winter, you likely use a heating system. This isn’t news to you, I’m sure. However,...
Accident Prevention For People With Limited Mobility
For people with limited mobility, especially the elderly, getting around their homes can present a huge challenge. Each year there are many cases of elderly ones being injured because of a slip or fall in their own home. So, what are some ways we can prevent this from...