colorado springs home inspection: 8 big items in a house to look at before you purchase - 11/11/10 02:40 PM
I've found my perfect house, now what should I look at?
For a free Colorado Springs Home Buyer Guide, contact Kathy at KTorilne@msn.com
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Top 5 Remodeling projects Free local money for home improvements Colorado Springs home Improvement - it's all about the windows What should I be looking at in a house is a common question I get from Colorado Springs home buyers. I always tell them if they like the neighborhood and the floor plan, then they need to look at the items that are going to cost them a lot of money. Here are the seven big items (and … (1 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: Polybutylene pipes can be an issue - 10/21/10 08:23 AM
It's all about the pipes
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Top 5 Remodeling projects ILC versus a Survey, what's the difference? Free local money for home improvements Colorado Springs home Improvement - it's all about the windows Pop off the Popcorn ceiling I've attended many inspections this year, and several times I've ran into homes with Polybutylene piping. Let's start with some of the basic facts:
What is Polybutylene pipeing?
It's a form of plastic resin that was used extensively in the manufacture of water supply piping from 1978 until 1995. It's estimated that the piping was installed in about one in every four or … (1 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: What's up with the pipes? - 09/03/10 08:15 AM
Colorado Springs Homeowners beware
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Top 5 Remodeling projects ILC versus a Survey, what's the difference? Free local money for home improvements Colorado Springs home Improvement - it's all about the windows Pop off the Popcorn ceiling I've attended many inspections this year, and several times I've ran into homes with Polybutylene piping. Let's start with some of the basic facts:
What is Polybutylene pipeing?
It's a form of plastic resin that was used extensively in the manufacture of water supply piping from 1978 until 1995. It's estimated that the piping was installed in about one in every four or five … (0 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: Can your house make you sick? - 08/31/10 08:13 AM
Can my house make me sick? Yes!
Here's my list of 6 things in your Colorado Springs house that can make you sick
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Top 5 Remodeling projects Colorado Homeowners, don't remodel until you read this! Why do I need to know about Lead Based Paint? Basements and air quality, the two are related What are polybutylene pipes? Colorado Springs homeowners beware! 1. Radon: It's a colorless, odorless gas that can seep into the home from the ground. Radon has been called the second most common cause of lung cancer. In the open air, radon usually dissipates into the atmosphere and … (0 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: How long will it last - 08/13/10 07:35 AM
How Long Should an Appliance Last?
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How do I prevent frozen pipes?Colorado Homeowners, don't remodel until you read this! Do you want to do some green remodeling? Free local money for home improvements All appliances and small electrical products have expected life expectancies. The original cost, manufacturing quality, and how heavily it's used, all affect how long an appliance may last. The National Association of Home Builders/Bank of America Home Equity Study of Life Expectancy of Home Components completed a study in 2006 calculating the expected life of appliances. According to this article "The average life expectancy for some components … (10 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: Know your numbers before you remodel - 02/14/10 07:05 AM
Looking at improving your Colorado Springs Home?
For a Free Market Analysis on your neighborhood, email Kathy Torline at KTorline@msn.com
HOME REPAIR Must read Articles:
Colorado Homeowners, don't remodel until you read this! Do you want to do some green remodeling? The 2009 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report just got released, and I think it's a MUST read for all Colorado Springs homeowners and all Realtors. There is an amazing wealth of information included in this report. It the 22nd annual report and compares the cost of remodeling vs. value.
I've lost count of the times that a home owner tells … (5 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: A primer on the Better Business Bureau - 01/18/10 05:37 AM
A Resource for Colorado Springs home owners
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How do I prevent frozen pipes? Colorado Homeowners, don't remodel until you read this! Since I work with many home owners and home buyers, and I'm very cautious on people I recommend to assist them. I started to think about the benefits of the Colorado Springs Better Business Bureau in helping people choose businesses to hire.
Do you have any of these questions?
Do you need a new roof? Do you need a heating contractor? Are you looking for a good plumber? Do you need someone to build a fence? In … (0 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: Colorado Springs homeowners can get free money - 01/09/10 05:21 AM
Colorado Springs homeowners, check this out!
I just came across a very informative blog about free money, and cheap money. The blog detailed a local Colorado Springs program to help residents install energy efficient items in their houses. As usual when I come across an article like this, I like to go to the original source about the program so I can give even more information to my readers.
The City of Colorado Springs has an entire section of their web site dedicated to Housing Rehabilitation. I was impressed with the range of programs offered including Lights and Locks for Seniors, … (3 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: One way to find a good home inspector - 10/27/09 04:58 AM
How do I find a good home inspector?
For a free Buyers Guide, Email Kathy Torline at KTorline@msn.com
I was working on putting together a list of home inspectors for my client to call to schedule an inspection on a property she is trying to purchase; and I realized that was a great topic for a quick blog.
Home inspectors are a crucial part of providing information to buyers so they can make an informed decision on the property they are trying to purchase. I was looking for the business cards of a couple of inspectors I've used the the past, … (3 comments)
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colorado springs home inspection: Bargain Hunters - 10/16/09 07:45 AM
Home Repair Bargains
Search for Homes in Colorado Springs
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It's against the law Who is Representing YOU? Shop for a Lender like you shop for a house Research who you are working with 8 biggest mistakes made by home buyers Colorado Springs Home - Is a Condo or a Townhome right for you? Joint Tenants or Tenants-In-Common, the choice is yours when purchasing a home How to choose a Buyer's Agent If you're passionate about good deals and like to help support a good cause, then you're in luck. You can visit the Habitat For Humanity ReStore in … (3 comments)
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