by Paul | Aug 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
Are your exterior doors secure enough? This is a good question every homeowner should ask themselves from time to time because they could become an easy entry point for a would-be intruder. In this blog, we are going to examine some of the important features an...
by Paul | Jul 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
Creating a home that is comfortable and at the same time energy efficient is something many homeowners strive for but, is it very easy to achieve? It can be, for example, one effective way to improve energy efficiency is by sealing and insulating the home. Perhaps you...
by Paul | Jun 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
It is no surprise to us that pesticides can have a damaging effect on our health, particularly for those who are exposed to them over a long time. In this blog, we are going to talk about how to limit your exposure to them if it becomes necessary to use them, as well...
by Paul | May 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
Water is the most precious commodity we have. While we take many steps to recycle items we use in our everyday life, what about our water? How can we recycle that? Let us explain. When we think about the amount of water we use daily for things like washing our dishes,...
by Paul | Apr 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
A homeowner knows that to avoid expensive repair work, regular maintenance needs to be done. One problem that could become very costly to fix is wood rot. A lot of timber is used in a home’s construction and, in time, some of this wood could begin to...
by Paul | Mar 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
There seem to be so many people suffering from allergies these days that the likelihood of at least one member of your household suffering from them is pretty high. It’s not just when we are out of doors that we suffer. There are numerous allergens in our homes...
by Paul | Feb 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
As a homebuyer, it’s unlikely that you will be familiar with all the correct standards and requirements a property should meet unless you are an experienced builder that is. However, it’s still good to be familiar with some of these standards so that when...
by Paul | Jan 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
The month of January usually brings with it a renewed interest in diet and exercise which also means increased visits to the gym. While a gym is generally associated with health and fitness, if a high standard of hygiene is not maintained, it could also be a very...
by Paul | Dec 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
Can you believe we will be in 2020 next month? January is a month where many people make big plans for the year ahead. Are you planning a big change? Perhaps you’ve decided to move to a new house and will be putting your current home on the market. If you...
by Paul | Nov 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
When testing for mold a home inspector will usually perform a visual inspection and surface sampling, however, along with those tests, air samples can be taken to diagnose other sources of mold that are yet to be detected. How does this work? It is not possible...
