Blocked gutters giving you an epic headache? Spare yourself from the inconvenience and the unnecessary hassles by having this necessary home protection installed. What are gutter guards? As the name implies, it refers to devices designed to prevent debris from littering and clogging your gutters. However, you need to keep …
How much time we spend in our homes mean that even apparently-minor messes could result in serious medical problems. Take a look at these six common dangers that could be making your family sick. 1. Bacteria-Ridden Counters Kitchen counters tend to become a place in which almost anything imaginable is …
Plumbing is something that many of us take for granted until something goes wrong. A plumbing problem is not only inconvenient, but it can also be quite costly. Fortunately, plumbing problems can be prevented in many cases. Below is a list of things you can do to prevent a plumbing …
When you’re ready to purchase a home and apply for a loan through a bank or financial institution, there are two main types of mortgages to consider. Both FHA and conventional mortgages are the most common for borrowers to obtain. Each have their benefits and drawbacks, which should carefully be …
No one wants to open that first box in their new home only to find a jumbled mess of broken glass or cracked electronics. Even careful packing can result in broken belongings at the end of a move—a lot goes on during moving day, and you can’t always ensure that …
Building inspections are a necessity for new construction and building retrofits or changes. Not too long ago in New York, a building caught fire, and many people died because there were no codes or guidelines for fire safety during the time. There are several features that will determine a building’s …
The perfect color for a room in a rental should be eye pleasing and neutral at the same time. Achieving that combination is easier said than done, because we all have different tastes and standards on what pleases the eye. It is impossible to choose a wall color that everyone …
Moving homes can be one of the most stressful events in your life. It feels like everything can go wrong and once you do start moving, you find out that many of those things actually do go wrong and ruin something that should be a fun and exciting time in …