Winter made an early appearance this year. Have you had time to prepare your home for dropping temperatures? Follow these simple steps to keep your home running efficiently: Inspect Heating System– Hire a certified technician to inspect your furnace to be sure the system is clean, and running efficiently. The inspection will include measuring carbon-monoxide […]
Suddenly the power goes out and you are left helpless without lighting, heating, air conditioning or worst of all, no access to your television or computer to catch up on your favorite streaming programs. A standby generator might be the perfect answer to your problem. “Though many urban area home owners don’t tend to […]
Miriam Johnson, Co-Host of the series Hometime on PBS explains how to protect yourself from Carbon Monoxide.
Most of the metro area is expected to receive heavy precipitation. Your sump pump could be your best defense against flooding! It is important to check your sump pump regularly to make sure that it is in proper working condition. Here are a few maintenance tips: Remove the cover and slowly pour water into […]
Major home construction jobs and renovations require a permit from a local building department. Most home owners realize this when it comes to projects visible from the street. What many home owners don’t know is that in some jurisdictions permits are also required for major interior repairs and replacements, such as for water heaters and […]
To an adult, the number of poisonous items in one’s household is rarely a thought that crosses the mind. Yet poison control centers across the country receive over 2 million calls annually relating to potential expose to poisons. Most of those calls involve children under the age of four. Yet children are not the only […]
One home structure fire is reported every 85 seconds. (National Fire Protection Agency) When your circuits “breaks,” or trip, your home is talking to you. Do you know what it’s saying? Here are a few warning signs and safety tips to keep your home electrically safe and sound: If you would like a licensed electrician […]
Warmer weather brings an increase in outdoor work and electrical Hazards can be found not only inside but outside as well. Here are a few tips to help avoid issues. By paying a little attention now, you can avoid major headaches later on. If you’re even a little unsure, we encourage you to call Applewood […]
We know how exciting and stressful buying a new home can be. Most home buyers hire professional home inspectors before completing the purchase. Here are some of the most common problems encountered by home inspectors: Faulty wiring- This includes things like open junction boxes, no wire nuts on wires, no 3-prong outlets and various other safety […]
