February isnāt just about hearts and flowers ā itās also a perfect time to remind homeowners toĀ love the home theyāre in. Even if your clients arenāt planning to sell, aĀ Maintenance Home InspectionĀ can show them where their home needs a little TLC. Itās a proactive way to: 1.Catch small issues before they become costly 2.Plan for […]
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Drainage Danger ā Donāt Let Water Wreck Your Home What we uncovered this week… During a recent inspection, we found a failing wood retaining wall beside a pool. It was leaning under pressure, causing soil to shift and the concrete pool deck to lift and crack. If left untreated, it could lead to structural damage
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Ā Is Your Fireplace Ready for Fall? Before you light that first cozy fire, take a moment to ensure your fireplace and chimney are safe, functional, and up to code. Fireplace & Chimney Maintenance Checklist Here are essential steps to prepare your fireplace and chimney for the colder months: Schedule a Chimney Sweep: Clear out soot,
Is Your Home Ready for Rainy Weather? As the seasons shift and stormier weather approaches, nowās the time for homeowners to prep their property for fall and winter rain. Drainage issues are one of the most common sources of costly damageāand many of them are preventable with a little exterior maintenance. Hereās what to check
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When preparing a home for sale, itās easy to focus on the kitchen remodel or curb appeal. But some of the biggest issues that come up during a home inspection are hiding below the surfaceāin the crawlspace. Over the past 25 years, here are some of theĀ most common issuesĀ weāve found under homes: Whatās Hiding Under
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š ļø This Simple Error Might Cost You š ļø Stop Moisture Stains & Damage Before They Stop Your Sale Tips from Your Trusted Home Inspector If thereās one issue we find again and again during home inspections, itās moisture stains and/or damageāespecially on the exterior of the home. From streaked siding to hidden wood rot, these
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Safety First: Essential Home Safety Checklist for Families with Young ChildrenĀ Ā Ā As a real estate professional, your clients trust you to help them find not just a house, but a safe and loving home where their family can thrive. When it comes to families with young children, safety is paramount. Thatās why this monthās newsletter is
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PEST INSPECTIONS: Also called a termite inspection, this visual inspection is conducted by a state-licensed professional hired to look for signs of infestation or damage to a structure by wood-destroying pests. Pest inspectors look for: – Wood-destroying pests, such as termites, rot fungus and wood-infesting beetles. – Evidence of pest activity, such as damaged wood,
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Garage… hope yours is better than the picture! A Garage is the area of your home that is typically where a car can be parked and for some families storage. A Garage will have a large door (or doors) which can be opened and closed to allow a car (or cars) to come in and
Remember these important tips for Summer maintenance of your home Did you forget to do these during spring cleaning? Remove accumulated debris from gutters and downspouts Starting at the roofline, while being careful on your ladder, clean debris from your gutters and downspouts. Clogged gutters can contribute to water damage in your home. Remove debris
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