Buying your first home? Avoid these common mistakes that many first-time homebuyers make: Not Creating a Detailed Budget Before you start looking at homes, it’s important to have a clear picture of what you can afford and what banks will be willing to lend you. This way, you can concentrate your search in affordable areas… Read more »
Is it Time to Upgrade to a Tankless Water Heater?
You may have heard that tankless water heaters can increase the energy efficiency of your home. Unlike standard water heaters, which constantly heat and reheat water to keep it at a stable temperature, tankless models heat water instantly by using electric coils or high-powered gas burners. This way, they can save energy by heating water… Read more »
How to Save Money on Air Conditioning Costs This Summer
You run the AC to escape that scorching summer heat, but high energy bills are enough to make anyone lose their cool. Fortunately, you can stay comfortable and save money with these tips to help cut air conditioning costs this summer: Don’t Overdo it Set your AC as high as is comfortably possible. Setting the… Read more »
Improve the Air Quality in Your Home With These Tips
When is the last time you thought about the indoor air quality in your home? May is Clean Air Month, which means now is the perfect time to evaluate your home’s air quality and take steps to improve it. Today we’ll address a few strategies you can use to clean and purify the air in… Read more »
Keep an Eye out for These Signs of Faulty Electrical Work
One of the most critical components of a property inspection is the electrical inspection. If the wiring in a property is outdated, in need of repair, or was poorly installed or maintained, it could cause serious problems for the property owner. Electrical fires result in loss of property and loss of life every year, and… Read more »
Protect Your Home’s Foundation With These Simple Tips
Concerned about a new crack developing in your home’s foundation? Some minor cracking is to be expected as the foundation settles over time, but it’s always a good idea to keep an eye on potential foundation issues before they become big problems. Foundation repairs can be very expensive, so it’s always best to err on… Read more »