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 house, and a humidifier is a good […]

There is no denying that cold weather is here to stay, at least for a while.  Living in the Midwest, that is no surprise, of course.  With the hustle and bustle of the holidays it is easy to forget things like preventative home maintenance, but unless you want unnecessary home repair bills, you really should

Since a home inspection is such an important part of the home buying process, it pays to hire an inspector with a great track record of success.  Lakes Area Home Inspections has received important certifications as well as numerous badges of recognition for their professionalism and experience including: ASHI certification ASHI certified inspectors have reached

Fall has arrived and with it comes colder days and nights.  Unless you want to bundle up in multiple sweaters or sleep with mittens on, you must make sure your furnace stays in good working order.  If the heat is not flowing properly, it may be due to one of these problems: Clogged Filters The

If you are gone for large parts of the day, if you find that your energy bills are higher than you’d like or if the constantly changing weather causes the inside temperature of your house to become hard to manage, you might be able to benefit from a programmable thermostat. How a Programmable Thermostat Works

A contingency clause is a very important part of a real estate contract, as the contract may become null and void if the conditions of the contingency are not met.  There are many different types of contingencies that can be added to a sales contract, including one which addresses the completion of a home inspection.

The real estate industry is extremely service-oriented and consumers expect the very best from the professionals that they work with throughout the process of buying or selling a home.  A home inspector plays a crucial role in this process and should be chosen carefully.  Here are some important qualities that every buyer or seller should

With the fall season upon us and outside temperatures cooling down, it is a good time to make sure your house is sealed properly.  Air leaks can be costly and can lead to an unhealthy environment, so it is best to find and fix them as soon as possible. How to Find Air Leaks Whenever

Lakes Area Home Inspections takes great pride in the work we do.  We are meticulous in our inspections because we care about our clients’ safety.  But it is not always about business.  We also care about the well-being of the members of our community. We recently had the opportunity to work with Tom Keefe as

The water heater may not be a household appliance that gets much thought, but when you are standing in a cold shower it will suddenly become apparent that maintaining it is important.  Here are some useful suggestions to keep the water heater operating correctly.