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So you had a Home Inspection and the inspector called out backdrafting as a concern, defect or repair needed. In this post, we will go over what is backdrafting and how it happens. And how homeowners can test there own water heaters for backdrafting. Backdrafting is...

We recently had this grand idea to drive from Texas to Florida, not so crazy right, did I mention that we had a 13 year old and 3 year old in the back seat?? What should have been a quick-ish 12 hour drive took us 16+, but we survived and I'm here to help you do the...

Mistake #1: Thinking you can't afford it. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach are now enjoying a new lifestyle in their very own homes. Buying a home is the smartest financial decision you will ever make.  In fact,...

New Construction All chemical soil treatments, bait systems, and chemical wood treatment must be approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and applied in accordance with the EPA label's instructions. In some cases, it is not feasible for a builder to...

Here are the 5 most important facts about one of the leading causes of deaths in US households. 

What are Splash Blocks? SPLASH BLOCKS are typically either made of plastic or concrete that is situated under your house's downspout in order to direct rainwater away from the foundations of your house and prevent any soil erosion as well. There is a wide variety of...

Programmable Thermostat You can save money on your heating and cooling bills by simply resetting your thermostat when you are asleep or away from home. You can do this automatically without sacrificing comfort by installing an automatic setback or programmable...

Home Pools Safety Guidelines: Preventing Submersion Incidents and Drowning to Protect Young Children in Residential Swimming Pools Home Pools Safety GuidelinesSwimming pools should always have safety guidelines. Unfortunately, each year thousands of American families...

Roof assessment and drainage system are among the most valuable observations a home inspector can provide for a prospective home buyer in the pre-purchase inspection report. Judgments on when to replace a roof can affect negotiations and planning. The primary reasons...