Home inspections are necessary when buying a home. These inspections are very in-depth. If you’re a first-time home buyer you may have never looked at a home with this kind of detail.  The major issues found during a home inspection are the following: Plumbing...

We all want to keep our children out of harm’s way. It can be overwhelming to keep track of children who seem to be attracted to harm. Preventable accidents are the #1 cause of injuries and death for children under 18. Here are a few tips for childproofing your home....

If there is a smell to your drinking water, should that be a concern? The answer is: maybe. Unfortunately, a smell alone will not help you to identify problems with your drinking water. In fact, many of the most dangerous problems with drinking water will not alter...

Do you know what a pilot light is? While many modern appliances don’t use a pilot light, you will find one in many older, gas operated appliances. A pilot light is used for lighting the gas in your appliance. It is a small flame that is constantly burning. The reason...

Are there ever disagreements about what the thermostat should be set for in your home? We all have different comfort levels, and this can cause some difficulties in the household. Something to keep in mind, however, is how much you pay for every single degree that you...

With the heat rising once again outside, you will probably be drinking a lot more cold water than before. For some homes, cold water might not always be readily available from the tap. Why is that? There are multiple reasons why your water might get heated up before...

Having a good showerhead for your shower can make a world of difference. There are some types that will make your shower nicer by providing a massage while you are in the shower. Some are specifically made to conserve water and you have the option of having a handheld...

Have you ever wanted to have a deck in the back of your home? Many homeowners enjoy the ability to sit out back and enjoy the sunrise or sunset on a deck of their own, but building a deck might not be as straightforward as you might think. There are many things to...

When you grab a load of laundry out of the washer, do you ever consider how much water is still trapped inside of those clothes? It might be deceiving since they aren’t dripping water, but the answer is about a gallon. Imagine how much damage a gallon of water could...

If you are talking to someone and they are standing 6 feet away from you, does that feel unnatural to you? It probably does, but it has become the new normal. Social distancing was introduced as an effective method of fighting the coronavirus. Social distancing...