What is winter without any significant snowstorms or accumulations? Well Storm Stella is about to hit! Final predictions for Storm Stella are sitting at 1-2 feet of total snow accumulation. What was originally a winter weather advisory has now been updated to a blizzard warning. This warning is expected to impact our area Monday night…
When thinking about prepping your home for the market, there are a few standard updates and areas of the home that immediately come to mind. For example, the kitchen and bathrooms. However, there are other factors that contribute to the final resale value of your home. Additionally, some areas of your home that you believed…
You may think the exterior color of your home isn’t all that important, but experts say the color can affect how your home sells. If you think about it, the logic behind this idea makes sense. The exterior of the home is the first thing a potential buyer sees, and first impressions are usually the…
It is not uncommon to assume that uninsured and/or unlicensed workers are “not your concern”. But the truth is, when you hire them, they become your concern. If the worker you are hiring is uninsured and unlicensed when working on your property, by default, you become the “employer” or general contractor. It then becomes the…
Have you ever heard people say “Owning a home isn’t all it’s cracked up to be”? Usually when you hear homeowners say this they are referring to all the maintenance and upkeep that comes with owning a home. Home maintenance is the most popular complaint associated with home ownership. Have you ever wondered what you…
Do heat cables work? The most common questions we receive from clients are in relation to ice damming prevention and heat cables. We have a lot of literature already written on the advantages of heat cable and how it can help to proactively prevent ice damming, which you can find links to below. This time, we…
We know many homeowners are familiar with a general definition of what mold is and how it can form, but often homeowners’ knowledge of mold stops there. However, a more extensive education on mold remediation, removal, causes, prevention and dangers can be very beneficial. Common Questions About Mold: What exactly is mold? How does mold…
It’s no secret that winter is harsh. But what may be a secret to some homeowners, is what should be expected from their gutters system in winter. It is important to understand what is normal winter wear and tear, and what may be cause for alarm. Asking do gutters cause ice dams is a practical…
Grab your gloves, scarf, and warmest winter jacket, because it is that time of year to bundle up! Temperatures have dropped significantly and you may have already seen some mild snow accumulation in your area. Bundling up may be your body’s way of protecting itself from freezing temperatures, but what about your home? It is…
In a society where the need to get a four-year degree has been ingrained in the minds of young people, for most, it seems like the only option. But, unfortunately, after completing the years of schooling required to receive that degree, most college grads are left jobless and/or forced to take a job in an…
