When you are doing a DIY home renovation, it can be tempting to do all the work yourself. Some things are easy enough to pick up as an amateur, but electrical work can be seriously dangerous if you don’t know what you are doing. Here are a few reasons why it is probably best to …
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There are so many fun things associated with winter. Such as sledding, skiing, hot chocolate, and Christmas. However, there are a few things related to wintertime that aren’t as fun and need to be remembered like roof leaks, fires, and frozen pipes. Forgetting to prepare for these potential hazards could be a dangerous risk. Roof …
No one wants to live in a home with mice, rats, cockroaches, termites, and ants running all over the place. Unfortunately, these critters don’t tend to ask permission. Given the opportunity, they will descend on your home like a flash. If you want to keep them out and away from your home, there are steps …
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Yes, your house can make you sick. That may seem far fetched, but there are many factors that could lead to you feeling ill because of your home. There are things like carbon monoxide leaks or radon gases that can escape into your house. Or, it could be something as simple as too much dust …
Specific areas of your home present ample opportunities to maintain and upkeep. Broken windows and appliances show obvious signs of wear over time, making them easy to switch out or repair quickly. But there are areas of your home you might not realize need some renovation. Here are the best examples: The Roof You might …
Let’s be honest—building a custom home can be a dream come true, but it can also be a nightmare. You have to decide on paint colors, cabinetry, flooring, roofing, and so much more. It can be overwhelming, but it’s important to focus on the most important things first. Sometimes when you’re building your home, it …
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Plumbing is often something of an out of sight, out of mind sort of thing. At least until something goes wrong anyway. When something does go wrong, it’s important to address the issue quickly. Untreated plumbing problems can lead to some pretty significant secondary issues. Mold and Mildew One of the most common plumbing problems …
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If you have ever faced water damage in your home, you know that it isn’t a fun experience. Water can ruin different sections of your home, be a pain to clean up, and can be a hazard if found in the wrong places. This is especially true if you are in a rainy area. Knowing …
Receiving a home inspection can seem like such a chore during some of the busiest seasons of life. However, whether you do it yourself or hire a professional, it can be worth looking around your home before winter rolls around. Here are some of the top reasons and places to look during a home inspection. …
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Some areas are more prone to flooding than others. If you happen to live in one of those areas, it’s understandable that you might be concerned about your home and what you can do to keep it safe. Fortunately there are things you can do in and around your home to help protect it. Lawn …
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