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If you're a handyman looking to purchase and renovate a fixer-upper, there are many risks to consider.  Most likely, a fixer-upper is an older home that has several issues a home inspector should...

You never expect your home to flood, but it's important to be prepared in the event that it does happen.  Here are a few things to keep in mind for the first day or two after a home flood. First...

Windows in basements have many purposes, such as allowing natural light and providing an emergency escape route.  Basement windows at or below grade will have a window well surrounding it to faci...

By: Andy Bauman - FlowSpec Engineering Ltd. You’ve purchased a home in the country, outside of the City, congratulations! Your home purchase likely involves the appeal of more space, a larger ...

If you live in the country or on the edge of a city where there is no water service, and instead get your water from your own well, it's important to regularly maintain it to keep high water quality, ...

If you want to improve your home and aren't a "do-it-yourself-er," hiring a contractor is likely the route you'll use to make the changes you desire. As something you infrequently do, finding the righ...

Choosing the right time to buy a home is always tricky.  Although the market has softened a little in our area this year compared to last, it is still a strong market, which can make what is like...

Mold can often be apparent in many areas of your home, however, there is one place it can build up that most homeowners do not often check: the attic.  Silently growing toxic attic mold can sprea...

You might be asking yourself, “How does lead get into our drinking water?” The answer is simple, but not always easy to detect. Lead enters drinking water during the corrosive process that happens...

Mold, a fungus which can grow on building materials, can cause some serious problems within your home. If not dealt with, mold can grow to become a significant health hazard. These symptoms can includ...