How Home Inspections have Changed in the Current Real Estate Climate By Carolyn Lander We all know the real estate market is as hot as a sunburn in June (and maybe just as painful if you are a buyer) and…
Home Sweet Home! Congratulations on closing on your new home! You probably have been planning all of the things that you are going to do once you have finally moved in. Before you start picking out paint swatches and new…
By Carolyn Lander Cellar Door Home Inspection Spring has traditionally been one of the most popular times to put a house on the market (although as the housing bull market trend continues, listings don’t seem to be following traditional…
Indoor air quality is generally worse than most people believe, but there are things you can do about it. Some Quick Facts: Indoor air quality can be worse than that of outdoor air. Problems can arise from moisture, insects, pets,…
Create a rich plant basin to collect and filter rain-water runoff from gutters By Jeanne Huber of This Old House magazine Photo by David Hymel, Rain Dog Designs During a downpour at a typical house in many…
Draining Excess Water & Using Hose Bib Covers When Brian was on his inspection the other day he found something in the property disclosure that had to do with water and moisture in the basement. Upon further review, it was…
The winter season in midwest Ohio can bring all types of weather variation (seriously, all types). And although fun to play in, snow and wintry mix present some challenges to the integrity of your home. One such challenge is called…
How to Do Fall Furnace Maintenance Service your heating system before the cold weather kicks in for good Before chilly autumn nights set in, you need to make an appointment for your annual furnace maintenance. Without this yearly cleaning and…
Water Quality in your Home Drinking Water The United States has one of the safest water supplies in the world. However, national statistics don’t tell you specifically about the quality and safety of the water coming out of your tap.…
Electricity 101: Understanding the Service Panel by Fran J. Donegan of The Home Depot Many homeowners who are unfamiliar with construction and wiring are timid when it comes to electrical work. It makes perfect sense to have a healthy respect…