Home Fundamentals: How to Protect Your Home from Disasters
Everybody wants to come home to a safe and secure house. Having a shelter that can protect you from varying weather conditions and hazards is essential. Unfortunately, we still see homes easily devastated by disasters. Thankfully, there are several ways to add durability and resilience to a home. Read the following tips if you are […]
How to Pest-Proof the Home and Garden
Getting rid of pests is a hassle that is better left avoided. Thankfully, there are lots of little things you can do to keep them out of the house and under control. The following lists 7 easy ways you can keep pests out of the home and garden. If you are currently dealing with pests, […]
Don’t Wait to Get Wet Before Fixing a Leaky Roof
Many of us take the roof over our heads for granted. As long as we are warm and dry, we figure all must be well.However this isn’t always the case. One problem that often gets overlooked for too long is a leaky roof. By the time you feel something wet drip on you, there may […]
Short- and Long-Term Effects of Water Damage
Water damage may be quite costly. A natural calamity, a burst pipe, a sewer backlog, or a faulty pipeline can all cause water damage. They are a constant threat to the land as well as the people. Water is dirty and may cause several illnesses if waste is not disposed correctly. According to FEMA, water […]
Survived a Severe Storm? It’s Time to Check Your Roof
During a violent storm, heavy winds and torrential rains, and hail can wreak havoc on a roof, especially if it has already suffered damage in the past. After a storm, one of the first things a homeowner needs to check is their roof. Knowing how to check for damages after a major storm is important […]
How to Keep Squirrels Out of the Attic
Squirrels are drawn to attics because they are safe and above ground. They can tell that the attic is warm by the air that escapes the roof’s vents. Once inside, they nest in the insulation and cause a whole lot of damage. As rodents, they have a tendency to chew electric wires, which may cause […]
7 Most Important Repairs That Owners Forget When Selling Houses
Selling your home can be a very difficult experience if you don’t prepare yourself for it. It is always hard to say goodbye to a place you’ve made plenty of happy memories in, especially if it is the first home you’ve ever bought. While dealing with the emotional aspect of selling a house, you must […]