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For many homeowners, checking the sump pump is far down the to-do list, if it even makes the list at all. However, checking the sump pump frequently is an essential home maintenance chore. Though it only takes a few minutes to ensure the pump and all its components are in good working order, the task…
You know how important it is to keep up with home maintenance. Not only does this commitment keep your house looking nicer, but it also saves you money in the long run. When you keep up on appliances and systems in your home, you won’t have to pay a lot for bigger repairs. Plus, doing…
Did you know there are over 100,000 different types of mold in the world today? Many actually have positive uses, from culinary ingredients to medicinal purposes. With such a huge variety, it’s next to impossible to identify the type of mold in your home by sight alone. You’ll need professional mold testing with a microscope…
If you have a busy life and a growing family, then home organization can seem like a pipe dream. Don’t despair; you don’t have to be Marie Kondo to get your house tidied up. Follow some small, sensible tips to help get your home organized in a day. 1. Let the Light In Brighten up…
Air leakage in your home is common. You may feel it in a draft under the door or near an unsealed window. Fortunately, air leakage is something easy to take care of. You can find out how much air is leaking into your home with the help of a qualified inspector. He or she can…
Preventing Leaks There’s an easy way to keep your water heater from leaking: At least once a year, grab a large bucket, attach a hose to the drain and empty the tank. Then, simply allow the unit to refill. This process prevents sediment from building up in the appliance. This east maintenance will help the…
Long-term exposure to high levels of radon can have severe health consequences, including lung cancer. Fortunately, with routine radon testing and mitigation efforts, you can reduce your risk of exposure and any health consequences that come along with it. There are three main ways to test for radon: via short-term tests, long-term tests and continuous…
One of many helpful home maintenance tips to reduce the cost of cooling and heating bills is to make sure that you not only have weather stripping but that it’s in good shape if it’s already in place. What is Weather Stripping? If you look around your windows and doors, you may notice some rubber…
