Things You Should NEVER Do to Your Home
Home inspectors see a lot of very interesting things when we are doing our inspections. It’s not always clear why some people make poor choices when it comes to their house, but maybe in some cases it’s just because they didn’t know any better. When it...
Buying a Fixer-Upper: Is it a Good Idea?
Home improvement reality shows are extremely popular, and many more people are now considering purchasing a less-than-stellar home and renovating the property to create the home of their dreams. But is that actually a plausible reality? Or is it really...
Home Mistakes to Avoid in Cold Weather
This has been an especially brutal winter, with snow, freezing rain and arctic temperatures. And unfortunately, the cold weather is not over yet. This might be a good time to review some common mistakes people make at home during this season, so you can...
What MUST You Fix Before Listing a House? PART THREE – FINAL
As we discussed in the last 2 Blogs, Functionality, Hardwood Floors, Lighting, & Bathrooms are important to look at before selling your house (read Part One HERE and Part Two HERE ). For a great resource, have Lakes Area Home Inspections out when you first decide...
What MUST You Fix Before Listing a House? PART TWO
As we discussed last time, there are lots of small things you can change to get a higher selling price for your house! In our last article, we discussed Functionality and Hardwood Floors (see our last post...
What MUST You Fix Before Listing a House? PART ONE
There are lots of small steps you can take to have a big impact on the value of your house. Some of these can add up to getting a much higher selling price! Don’t think you are on your own in making decisions on what to replace or repair. Your Home Inspector can be...
What Are The Most Popular Paint Colors for Home Interiors in 2019?
So you are thinking of selling your home in 2019? Painting is often an easy & inexpensive way to give your home an updated look. Remember, buyers might pay more for a home that is fresh & trending with the most popular paint colors! Of course, before you put...
Pros and Cons of a Whole Home Humidifier
Winter air is very dry, and most likely you have begun to see the effects already – chapped lips, stuffy nose or electric shocks after walking across the carpet are all signs of low humidity levels. Adding moisture can make a difference in the comfort level of your...