Trampolines can be a lot of fun for young children, but are you aware of the dangers inherent with having a trampoline? There are hundreds of thousands of trampoline-related accidents annually in the US, and the majority of these involve children. If you have a...

You might think that water should just travel one direction in the sewage pipes leading away from your home, and that is downstream, but a municipal plumbing system is a little more complicated than that. For example, if there is a major drop in pressure for some...

So, you’ve had your home inspected that you are selling, and your buyer’s inspector found some serious issues with your home, now what? Are you obligated to take care of all these items on the report? Well, the short answer is no, a Home Inspection in no way obligates...

Smart Homeowners not only invest in a home but they invest time in maintaining it. There are several things that smart homeowners are always sure to take care of. Here is a list of just a few things that should always be maintained in your home. Drain your hot water...

Have you ever seen one of those things that people put inside their car under the windshield that reflects the sun on hot days to keep their car cool? If you have, you understand the basic concept behind cool roof technology. A cool roof is designed to reflect...

As the weather gets more and more beautiful, thanks to the changing of seasons, we all understandably want to spend more time outside. One safe and healthy way to get kids to exercise and keep them occupied is to install playground equipment on your property. Many of...

What are some of the things you're looking for in your new home? The number of bedrooms? Proximity to your work or school? Architectural style? Pool? Garage? The possibilities are seemingly endless! But, how much serious thought have you given to the overall square...

A lot of people don't realize the importance of properly installing appliances. While it's true, the effects of an appliance that hasn't been properly installed can just be a simple annoyance, like a wobbling refrigerator, other effects can be much more dangerous....

How is the air in your home? While certain people are more sensitive to poor air quality than others, it's generally possible for most people to discern when the air in a home is stuffy, stale, or smelly. This can cause health symptoms that are typically blamed on...

Stairs are part of everyday life for a lot of people, and understandably, it's easy to not give them a second thought. However, the safety hazards associated with stairs can be significant, and even deadly. They become even more of a concern when a home is occupied by...