The changing seasons likely mean changing the use of the systems inside your home. This is especially the case with plumbing systems. For example, during even a normal summer, having the kids at home can mean the increased use of your septic system and water heater....

The acronym PPE (which stands for Personal Protective Equipment) has been in the news more than ever this year. In some cases, using PPE has even been viewed as a political stance. However, PPE is more than just a way to prevent exposure to disease, and it’s more than...

One of the more devastating events that can happen in a person’s life is having their home broken into. Burglary can leave a person feel vulnerable and violated. In order to avoid that pain, there are plenty of practical things that can be done to protect your...

Almost everyone loves trees. We love building tree houses in them, hanging birdhouses on their branches, hanging hammocks under them, picking their fruit, and – especially around this time of year – just staring at their leaves. To keep the trees on your property in...

Even though many home buyers and sellers dislike the idea of a home inspection, it remains a paramount step in the process. An inspection could require the seller to fix a number of things before someone else buys the home. A property inspector could even find issues...

Health Risks Of Radon The International Agency for Research on Cancer classified Radon-222 as carcinogenic to humans. Keep in mind, however, that exposure from radon is indirect. The health hazard doesn’t necessarily come from radon itself, but rather from the...

Mold And Your Health The Center for Disease Control and Prevention affirms that exposure to damp, moldy environments may cause a variety of health effects or none at all. Some folks find that mold causes nasal congestion, throat irritation, coughing or wheezing, eye...

How Do Termites Find Your Home? All subterranean termites need to survive is food and moisture. Keep in mind that they feed on cellulose-based material such as wood, books, boxes, furniture, and drywall coverings. But how do termite infestations occur? Well, healthy...

Do You Know What’s In Your Water? Your pipes have a lot to do with what’s in your water. For example, what kind of pipe does your water run through? What material are they made out of? Have they been properly maintained over the years? Many homeowners already know...

From the moment you walked into the house, you knew it was the one for you. From the hardwood floors, to the kitchen, to the backyard, it was perfect. You knew it was the house that you wanted to make a home. But you want to make sure that what you can’t see is as...