Many families agree that one of the things that can bring their kids a lot of fun and good exercise is playing outside. To reach that goal, some parents have purchased trampolines, since these can be a lot of fun, they get kids moving, and can tire them out, so the...

In every home, there are relatively small things that can have a pretty significant impact on the overall longevity of the house. As just one example, consider the potential problems that can arise from the improper installation of the common exhaust vent on a clothes...

Since more and more people have been working from home over the past year, they've found that there's more work around the house to be done than ever before. This has caused some to wonder if it's really worthwhile for them to have such a big home. This is just one of...

Winter temperatures often mean that people are more inclined to spend the majority of their time indoors. For some, this means increased exposure to poor air quality. The effects of poor air quality can seem like some other health issue, ranging from difficulty...

There's a fairly simple task that most homeowners can handle on their own - replacing a faucet. Of course, this is not to say that replacing the entire sink basin or vanity is simple enough that anyone can do it - let's be sure that we're talking...

Have you ever heard of fatbergs? It's not surprising if you haven't. This term was only coined a few years ago, when some giant masses of solidified fat and grease were found in the sewers of London. Some fatbergs have been more than 800 feet long, weighing more than...

Double pane windows are an unassuming but important feature of a good home. These are windows with two panes of glass, separated by a pocket of air or gas like argon or krypton. These layers are an excellent way to reduce heat transfer and can help to dampen sound....

To avoid major issues or wasting energy or other resources, homeowners need to prepare their homes for the winter. Here are just a few things you may want to keep in mind. Check out your HVAC system. It's a lot better to find out you have problems with your...

If - like most people - you've been spending a lot more time indoors than you're used to, you're probably getting tired of the same old scenery. Why not mix it up a little bit by giving a room or two a fresh coat of paint? While - like most things - you'll get a...

For this blog post, we're going to talk about some ways to save money while shopping for groceries. While this topic obviously isn't specific to the world of home inspections, the fact is that we're all feeling the economic impact of this pandemic, and it can't hurt...