The home's gutter system plays an important role in the proper functioning of the house. If you think about the fact that even a few inches of rainfall on a roof will produce thousands of gallons of water runoff, its easy to see why home inspectors emphasize the need...

It is only natural to want the best, most thorough home inspection service available. But, did you know that, very often, a home inspector cannot be as thorough as they would like to be? Why not? Here are some reasons why: Obstructions. For a home inspection to be a...

A very large percentage of people in the US live in rented homes. While most homeowners have a homeowners insurance policy to protect their property, what should those who rent their homes do to protect their belongings? One of the best ways of protecting the contents...

Cockroaches are very resilient little creatures and seem to multiply rapidly. They are also known disease spreaders. It's understandable then, to be horrified if you find them in your home. So, let's discuss some ways to prevent cockroaches from settling into your...

We all know that mold is not something you want to discover in your home as it is harmful to our health and well-being. But why does mold grow in the first place? Let’s look at this subject a little more by considering the basics of mold. Mold is vital to nature as it...

In our previous blog, we talked about what to do when choosing the right rental property to ensure it is a good investment. Now let’s talk about how you can become a successful landlord. Perhaps one of the first things you will want to decide is how much rent to...

Finding the right investment property can sometimes be a challenge. It can often take time and requires a lot of research to make a wise choice. If you are thinking about buying a property to use as a rental, you must be prepared for hard work. In this blog, we are...

During the warm summer months there can be nothing better than a backyard barbeque. Of course, many of you are very experienced around a barbeque. Even so, a few safety reminders never hurt. Here are some tips for staying safe while barbecuing: Propane grills. If it...

You may know by now that the air we breathe inside our homes can often be worse than outside air. But is there anything we can do to improve our indoor air quality? Yes, there is. One way is by cleaning or replacing the filters in your air conditioning units or HVAC...

An old home renovation can be a very exciting project to take on. However, while rewarding, renovating a house that hasn’t been updated in years can also be stressful. If you are not prepared for all the problems you may encounter with a project like this, it could...