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​Years ago, lead was used in a variety of building materials but the realization that it is harmful to health has only become more apparent in modern times.  This is more of a danger for small children and babies, even those still in the womb could be at risk if the...

​Did you know that the homes indoor air quality can often be worse than air quality outdoors?  That’s scary to think considering we spend so much of our time inside.  One way to improve your homes air quality is by changing your HVAC filter regularly.  As a general...

​Home cooling costs can become an expensive necessity when outside temperatures are high, leaving many homeowners to look for ways of saving on their energy bills.  One, unexpected, way this can be done is with landscape design.  How is that? You may ask.  By planting...

​There is nothing more irritating than a stubborn odor.  If you have recently moved to a new home whose previous occupant was a smoker, perhaps you’re having a difficult time getting rid of the nicotine.  So, let’s look at some of the ways to eliminate such an...

It is a big decision to purchase a home so its very important that you find the right people to help you with the process.  Perhaps you’ve started to be inundated with real estate agents who want to find the best property for you but, are all realtors the same? How...

​Pests in the home present a big challenge.  In many homes and apartments, cockroaches are a huge problem.  These are a very resilient pest that can live on little food, produce alarming amounts of offspring and can even live submerged in water for periods of up to 30...

​If you are planning to buy a home in the near future and will be applying for a loan there are some things to prepare for ahead of time.  One of those things is working to improve your credit.  Why is that important?  Well, a lender usually requires a credit report...

​There is a high demand for lumber in construction so its very common to find green lumber (or wet lumber) being used but, what is it? And, is it good to use?  When trees are cut down, the moisture contained in them starts to evaporate and it will only stop doing so...

​Fixing up an older home can be a very rewarding experience and, when done right, can combine the old charm of the building with modern convenience.  However, a project like this can also bring a number of issues that you would have to deal with.  Are you prepared for...

​Its very important, when buying a home, that you find out all you can about the history of it.  Throughout the years, a house can be subjected to all kinds of things and, on occasion, experience some type of disaster.  For example, a good question to find the answer...