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Have you ever wondered what is going to happen during your home inspection?  I know I didn’t – both times! I’ve been through two homes. I wasn’t even a home inspector then. The anxiety, the fear of the unknown and wondering if I will be able to negotiate the findings into the cost of the…

  Are you ready to sell your home and or buy a home? Here are five common mistakes to avoid. Why aren’t you researching the home inspector you are hiring? Many home buyers and sellers take a card from their realtor and just run with the first one they see. Do your research! You want…

  The National Fire Protection Association’s fire prevention program promotes the following eight tips that people of all ages and abilities can use to keep family members safe, especially during the threat of a house fire. Plan and practice your escape from fire. We’ve heard this advice before, but you can’t be prepared to act…

Finally!! Spring has arrived. We are but 3 days away from the official day of Spring. Most of us have be hibernating this winter – HAHAHA – it’s time to get out and get some fresh air and clean out that grill. However, it’s also time for some home maintenance items that will help you…

Unchecked moisture intrusion can lead to structural defects in a home over time, as well as health problems for the home’s family. Some common moisture-related problems include: structural wood decay; high indoor humidity and resulting condensation; expansive soil, which may crack or undermine the home’s foundation, or softened soil, which may lose its ability to…

Although homeowners aren’t necessarily expected to climb on their roofs every season as part of regular home maintenance, there are some conditions that should be monitored to prevent roof damage and to help you get the longest life out of your roof-covering materials. Certain types of damage can lead to water and pest intrusion, structural…

Bathrooms are a very important room in the house. Most of us like to spend a good amount of time there, so it’s wise to have a check of the ventilation system to make sure that it’s functioning properly, thus improving your bathroom experience. If you’re not sure if your ventilation system is working properly,…

Carpet in a home can feel comfortable and cozy, and can look very appealing, but is it a good idea to have it everywhere? What about the bathroom for example? A carpeted bathroom can seem appealing as it is a lot warmer underfoot, especially when it gets very cold here in New York State. It…