Choosing a Manufactured Home
Manufactured homes no longer have… Read More »Choosing a Manufactured Home
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Choosing the Right Home Inspector
Buying a home? It’s probably… Read More »Choosing the Right Home Inspector
Child-Proofing Your Home: 12 Safety Devices to Protect Your Children
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kate Tarasenko… Read More »Child-Proofing Your Home: 12 Safety Devices to Protect Your Children
Central Air-Conditioning System Inspection
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® from InterNACHI… Read More »Central Air-Conditioning System Inspection
Building Orientation for Optimum Energy
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Ben Gromicko… Read More »Building Orientation for Optimum Energy
Building a Home
From InterNACHI If you want… Read More »Building a Home
Biowall Inspection
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® from InterNACHI… Read More »Biowall Inspection
Biological Pollutants in the Home
From InterNACHI Outdoor air pollution… Read More »Biological Pollutants in the Home
Attached Garage Fire Hazards
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard… Read More »Attached Garage Fire Hazards
Asbestos: Facts and Tips for Home Inspectors and Homeowners
From InterNACHI What Is Asbestos?Asbestos… Read More »Asbestos: Facts and Tips for Home Inspectors and Homeowners
15 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own
by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Ben Gromicko… Read More »15 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own
10 Easy Ways to Save Money & Energy in Your Home
Most people don’t know how… Read More »10 Easy Ways to Save Money & Energy in Your Home
How to Sell Your House in 2020
So, you’ve evaluated your finances,… Read More »How to Sell Your House in 2020
Squeak, Squeak in the Hardwood Floor
Flooring of all types has… Read More »Squeak, Squeak in the Hardwood Floor
Water Heater Drip Needs Attention
One fine day, you walk… Read More »Water Heater Drip Needs Attention
Clothes Dryer Venting – A Hidden Danger
Each year many home fires… Read More »Clothes Dryer Venting – A Hidden Danger
Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem
Always be on the lookout… Read More »Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem
Plumbing Vent? What Plumbing Vent?
All modern plumbing systems in… Read More »Plumbing Vent? What Plumbing Vent?
A Quick “Bucket” Fix to Flush the Toilet
You’ve turned off the water… Read More »A Quick “Bucket” Fix to Flush the Toilet
Power Out? How To Free Your Car from the Garage
An automatic garage door operator… Read More »Power Out? How To Free Your Car from the Garage
Clean Those Ugly Rust Stains on the Driveway
Your beautiful new cement driveway… Read More »Clean Those Ugly Rust Stains on the Driveway
Take a Close Look at Your Chimney
Brick and stone chimneys are… Read More »Take a Close Look at Your Chimney
Gather Free Water with a Rain Barrel
Yes, you can be green,… Read More »Gather Free Water with a Rain Barrel
Why Should You Seal Exterior Concrete?
In most climates, you don’t… Read More »Why Should You Seal Exterior Concrete?
Tricks for Replacing a Broken Light Bulb
Light bulbs in exterior fixtures… Read More »Tricks for Replacing a Broken Light Bulb
No Heat? Try This Before Calling for Service
As autumn settles in, there’s… Read More »No Heat? Try This Before Calling for Service
When Your Kitchen Faucet Slows Down
Your plumbing system works fine… Read More »When Your Kitchen Faucet Slows Down
The Rain May Drain, But It’s Not a Pain
When a rain gutter and… Read More »The Rain May Drain, But It’s Not a Pain
A Drip at the Darned Valve – Again
Let’s say that every time… Read More »A Drip at the Darned Valve – Again
Three-Way, Two-Way or One-Way Switch?
Home systems have some strange… Read More »Three-Way, Two-Way or One-Way Switch?
An Easy Fix for a Nasty Water Problem
Water, water, and water –… Read More »An Easy Fix for a Nasty Water Problem
The Crafty Way to Outwit Window Drafts
On many cold, sunny days… Read More »The Crafty Way to Outwit Window Drafts
Why Use Primer When Painting?
Most of us do-it-yourselfers attempt… Read More »Why Use Primer When Painting?
Get Smart About Exterior Electrical Safety
You have heard about how… Read More »Get Smart About Exterior Electrical Safety
Should You Insulate Your Attic?
Homeowners are always looking for… Read More »Should You Insulate Your Attic?
Why Is the Toilet Flushing Itself?
OK, so you just heard… Read More »Why Is the Toilet Flushing Itself?
A Better Way to Hang a Heavy Mirror
I have done this, and… Read More »A Better Way to Hang a Heavy Mirror
Protect Your Family from Scalding Hot Water
At one time or another,… Read More »Protect Your Family from Scalding Hot Water
5-in-1 Tool Makes Painting Easier
While painting is a bit… Read More »5-in-1 Tool Makes Painting Easier
Repair A Whistling Shower Head
Singing in the shower takes… Read More »Repair A Whistling Shower Head
Back flow Prevention at Your Hose Bib
Health officials believe that thousands… Read More »Back flow Prevention at Your Hose Bib
The Patio Screen Door is Stuck
Sticking, rubbing, cheap, nasty, impossible… Read More »The Patio Screen Door is Stuck
Inside Info on an Outdoor Fixture
Here’s a bit of fix-it… Read More »Inside Info on an Outdoor Fixture
Reviving a “Dead” Garbage Disposal
Dead garbage disposal? Usually, it’s… Read More »Reviving a “Dead” Garbage Disposal
No “Ding-Dong” Sound at the Bell
How annoying…that front doorbell only… Read More »No “Ding-Dong” Sound at the Bell
Tell Me More About GFCI Outlets in My Home
Ever noticed that some electrical… Read More »Tell Me More About GFCI Outlets in My Home
Finding Studs Using Construction Clues
If you think “finding studs”… Read More »Finding Studs Using Construction Clues
Save Money with a Filter Change
Maintaining the filter on your… Read More »Save Money with a Filter Change
Plugged Drain? Heres a Quick Fix
Yuck…your tub or bathroom sink… Read More »Plugged Drain? Heres a Quick Fix
Residential Plumbing System Terms
Plumbing may be defined as… Read More »Residential Plumbing System Terms
Electricity 101: Understanding the Service Panel
Many homeowners who are unfamiliar… Read More »Electricity 101: Understanding the Service Panel
Radon Testing in Residential Homes
Home Buyer’s and Seller’s Guide… Read More »Radon Testing in Residential Homes
Maintenance Checks for Your HVAC System
Have you ever woken up… Read More »Maintenance Checks for Your HVAC System
Five Effective Fixes for Faulty Windows
There’s a common misconception that… Read More »Five Effective Fixes for Faulty Windows
Central Air-Conditioning System Inspection
A building’s central air-conditioning system… Read More »Central Air-Conditioning System Inspection
Air Sampling for Mold Inspections
Taking air samples during a… Read More »Air Sampling for Mold Inspections
Ten Ways to Save Energy in Your Home
Most people don’t know how… Read More »Ten Ways to Save Energy in Your Home
Fireplace Maintenance and Safety
Is your fireplace safe? A… Read More »Fireplace Maintenance and Safety
Five Most Concerning Window Problems
Window Problems: We all know what a pain a faulty windowcan be. They can be leaky, drafty or squeaky, they’ll close when we need them to stay open, and open when we want to close them. If you are facing these issues with your windows, this list is just for you. Oh, and having your windows fixed before winter is a good way to keep your heating budget in check for this winter.