pillar to post: Detecting and addressing Radon - 01/09/09 12:54 PM
Detecting and Addressing Radon Contamination in the Home Many homeowners are increasingly concerned about the possible presence of radon in their homes – and with good reason. You can’t see, smell, or taste radon, but it is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in North America, and it … (0 comments)
pillar to post: Fall Tips - 10/27/08 04:30 PM
HELPFUL HINTS:
These easy, affordable touches will cozy up your home for the cooler days and longer nights ahead.
Whisk away whisper light sheers, and rehang your heavier drapes and curtains for a snug, warm feeling.
Sprinkle in low- or no-cost accents, like a wooden bowl filled with juicy pears, … (0 comments)
pillar to post: Damp basement education part 1 - 09/15/08 11:41 AM
Knowing what to expect from a basement is half the battle. So what is the difference between a wet basement and a typical basement? The answer lies in understanding that no basement is 100% dry. Historically the basement was not expected to be a living or dry storage area. Today however, … (0 comments)
pillar to post: Give Junk a Heave-Ho! - 08/25/08 10:20 AM
Is your garage so cluttered that only a toy car will fit inside? If you are wondering where all that stuff is going to go, maybe it’s time to spend part of the weekend creating some order in all that chaos. Get your parking space back with these easy tips!
1.Give … (1 comments)
pillar to post: Easy ways to Green your home - 08/12/08 11:27 AM
Summer is a great time work on projects around the home that reduce your environmental impact. Even if you are not making big changes such as replacing old leaky windows or installing ceiling fans, there are still small things that can be done around the house to minimize energy consumption and … (1 comments)
pillar to post: Healthy and Safe Spring Cleaning - 05/07/08 10:00 AM
HEALTHY AND SAFE SPRING CLEANING Now is the perfect time to tackle spring cleaning projects around the house. Here are some reminders to help make this year’s spring cleaning safe, healthy, and easy: >Choose non- or low-toxic cleaning products whenever possible. >Alternatively, household staples such as vinegar, lemon … (3 comments)
pillar to post: Staging Tips - 05/06/08 12:06 PM
STAGING YOUR HOME FOR SALE Selling your home? Beyond the basics of completing needed repairs and addressing any issues revealed in your pre-listing home inspection, it’s also important to consider the effect your home’s appearance will have on prospective buyers. “Staging” a home should be thought of as creating an appealing … (1 comments)
pillar to post: Weeding without Gloves...... - 04/28/08 09:34 PM
What a strange way to start a blog.....Weeding without Gloves. This is my very brief analogy of how important a home inspection is to the purchase and sale of a home. While the purchase inspection has now become accepted as common practice, why hasn't the Pre-Listing inspection become even more? Are … (3 comments)
pillar to post: Knob and Tube Wiring Quick Facts - 04/28/08 11:11 AM
In areas with older homes we all have seen or are going to see Knob and tube wiring. In my post today I wanted to post some "Quick Facts" about old K&T (knob and tube). K&T Limitations: Usually Restricted to a Maximum of 60 amp serviceNot a grounded system making it more hazardous … (0 comments)
pillar to post: Carbon Monoxide: Avoidance and Prevention - 04/17/08 11:07 AM
CARBON MONOXIDE: AVOIDANCE AND PREVENTION Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas produced by the combustion of fuels such as natural gas, oil, and propane in devices such as furnaces, water heaters, and stoves. These items are normally designed to vent the CO to the outside, but harmful interior levels … (1 comments)
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Detecting and Addressing Radon Contamination in the Home Many homeowners are increasingly concerned about the possible presence of radon in their homes – and with good reason. You can’t see, smell, or taste radon, but it is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in North America, and it … (0 comments)
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