Imagine you come home during a huge rainstorm and the rain is just flowing off the roof of your home like a river flows through a canyon. You pull into your garage for safety and…
Sometimes the exterior of our home starts to fade or look worn. We can usually apply a new coat of paint or we can choose to add something on top of the building material. Maybe…
The water heater provides hot water for the house. The hot water is used in washing machines, dishwashers, and the shower. We always want our water heater to work well because who likes freezing cold…
You found the house you have been looking for and you decide to pay for the home inspection. This is always a good idea as you don't know what you may be getting yourself into…
When it comes to re-roofing your home, there are many choices. Some of those are asphalt shingles, metal roofing, slate or clay, and concrete tiles to name a few. However, there is one more that…
There are times in which we need to do replacements around the home. Replacing the HVAC filter, change out the blinds, and even replacing a door knob. This may not happen too often, but sometimes…
Vinyl siding is a very popular option for homes. It is low maintenance, low cost, and is durable. How long does vinyl siding last? Depending on where you live, usually 20-40 years. That seems like…
Solar panels are a way to produce electricity for the home that is cheaper and also better for the environment. Many homeowners have these in cities where the electricity is expensive. Why? The solar panel…
When we are talking about "ghosting on walls", we aren't referring to ghosts. In actuality, ghosting is the formation of dark streaks on the wall or ceiling due to air-borne dust, dirt, soot particles, and…
Many people think that a roof is made of trusses and then on top of it is shingles. However, there is more to the roof than that, there is roof sheathing. What is roof sheathing?…