Real estate blog entries tagged with pillar to post

Blog entries tagged with "pillar to post":

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: Pillar To Post: Living With My Home - 09/15/08 11:28 AM

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pillar to post: What Is A Home Inspection? - 09/09/08 10:31 PM

Last week, we had several properties having home inspections being done, all by the same inspector. We try to use the same vendors, over and over, because they consistently bring their best to the job each and every time, which is one reason why we like John. And he shares my … (0 comments)

pillar to post: Would you/your client value a free 90 day roof warranty? - 09/07/08 02:09 PM

New Page 1 I just completed training on a new program offered by Moisture Free Warranty (http://www.moisturefreeroof.com/) that allows their Certified Inspectors to offer a free 90 No-Fault roof warranty to their clients. There are no catches but the roof deficiencies and issues identified during the inspection must be either … (4 comments)

pillar to post: PRESS RELEASE: Pillar To Post is proud to offer Foundation Inspections for Manufactured Homes - 09/01/08 10:59 AM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MEDIA CONTACT:
Pillar To Post Margaret Skillicorn 530-550-7578 Margaret.Skillicorn@dibollandassociates.com
Hayman Residential Engineering Services
Gale Johnson 605-381-2254 Gale.johnson@hayman-res.com
Pillar To Post and Hayman Residential Engineering Services Launch Foundation Inspections for Manufactured Homes

Strategic Alliance Meets Growing Demand for Foundation … (2 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: Pillar To Post ePostnotes for May 2008 - 05/29/08 10:24 AM

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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: Choosing A Handyman - 04/18/08 09:23 AM

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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)

pillar to post: Marketing and Vehicle Signage? - 04/14/08 09:16 AM

This question is for all the real estate professionals out there: Does vehicle signage, brand affiliation, logos, etc. influence your decision of what home inspector you use? The reason I ask is simple, as home inspectors we have to keep our name and brand ever-present through vehicle lettering, branded shirts, branded … (14 comments)

pillar to post: GOOD HOME INSPECTORS.... - 04/06/08 04:56 PM

Good home inspectors are hard to find. When a buyer is having a home inspection done, I always cringe when my buyers choose an inspector I don't professional know/ or have worked with in the past. Buying a home/condo is nerve racking especially for a first time homeowner. I think all buyers … (4 comments)

pillar to post: Another Reason Not To Trust The Oregon Radon Threat Map - 03/21/08 01:57 PM

Here is the Oregon Radon Map.
Yellow is a very low "threat' of radon
Orange is a medium "threat" of radon
Red is a very high "threat" of radon
Everyone that argues there is no threat for radon in Oregon always points to this map. The maps were originally developed by the National Geodesic … (0 comments)

pillar to post: Choosing a Handyman - 03/20/08 05:22 PM

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pillar to post: Windows & Energy Efficiency - 03/18/08 04:10 PM

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pillar to post: Owners hope to head off trouble and speed sales by hiring their own inspectors. - 03/17/08 12:58 PM

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pillar to post: Owners hope to head off trouble and speed sales by hiring their own inspectors. - 03/17/08 12:57 PM

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pillar to post: Household Allergens - 03/17/08 12:43 PM

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pillar to post: Household Allergens - 03/17/08 12:41 PM

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pillar to post: Four Common Homeowner Items To Repair - 03/04/08 04:05 PM

Home Inspections Ensure You Know The House Inside And Out

The last thing a homebuyer wants to do is to discover any issues in the home after moving in, and the last thing a home seller wants is for an issue to appear before the sale. That's … (3 comments)

pillar to post: Sick House Syndrome - 02/25/08 12:29 PM

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pillar to post: SOME CALL US "DEAL KILLERS" - 02/21/08 01:35 PM

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pillar to post: Would you take a peek? - 01/16/08 08:57 AM

This is a copy of one of my blogs. I had 4 responses to it and wonder if anyone else would ming taking a peek at these sites and give me your feelings, opinions, suggestions. The call on the 15th was rescheduled for the 20th. thanks
Ok, this is a long story but the short of … (5 comments)

pillar to post: Pillar To Post #1 - Just Had to Toot Our Horn! - 01/15/08 08:14 PM

I hope this isn't to arrogant but I just had to share this info. Thanks to everyone in the Pillar To Post family, clients and all our realestate friends for making us #1 again for the 6th year in a row.
PRESS RELEASE
Tampa, FLA/Toronto CAN-January 15, 2008-For the sixth consecutive year, Pillar To Post, … (6 comments)

pillar to post: My number two son - 12/12/07 09:32 PM

Today my son Alan who is 22 phoned me to say he is engaged and they plan to marry in August 08. Alan will be starting BYU Idaho on January 9,08. So his phone call made my day as when he phoned I was outside at an inspection and the temperature … (1 comments)

pillar to post: Contractor Horror Story - 12/12/07 08:23 AM

My wife and I celebrated our 8th wedding anniversary. We spent the weekend at a Utah Bed and Breakfast and had a great time. At the Bed & Breakfast the inn keeper was telling us about her and her husband's experience with the building contractor that built their home. After three … (0 comments)

pillar to post: Certified Home Inspectors Pillar to Post - 11/03/07 11:06 AM

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Pillar To Post Inspectors Are ASHI or NAHI Certified
Robert Abram is with Pillar To Post Home Inspections. All Pillar To Post Home Inspectors are certified by either ASHI or NAHI. Pillar To Post Home Inspections are attending the 2007 Colorado Association Of Realtors Convention held at … (0 comments)

pillar to post: Get it ready to be inspected in New Jersey - 08/09/07 07:06 PM

Things are tough enough at times selling a home. As professional home inspectors we encourage Realtors to facilitate home owner in the preparation of an upcoming home inspection.
It is typically the seller's responsibility to get the home ready for the inspection. The listing agent should notify the seller of these expectations. … (0 comments)