by Paul | Apr 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
So you had a home inspection and things went well, or you were able to negotiate the issues with the sellers. Now that you are in your new home though, now what? It likely seemed easier when you had the real estate agent there to ask questions. Or during your home...
by Paul | Feb 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
If you want to prevent ice dams, your main priority should be keeping the whole roof cold and this can be achieved in a couple of different ways. Metal Roof – First and foremost, a metal roof will be a great starting point. Although ice formations can occur on a...
by Paul | Dec 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
How clean is your well water? Are you buying a home with a private well? What things can contaminate your water? These are all important questions. Below are a few of the things that are common pollutants in well water that are made by people, and something we want...
by Paul | Sep 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
Not all water service pipe material can be used for water distribution. For example, PVC pipe is not usable for water distribution because it cannot tolerate hot water temperatures. Therefore, water service piping materials that are not certified for water...
by Paul | Sep 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
It is required that the entire electrical supply to the home be able to be shut off with six or fewer moves of the hand. This can be in the form of one or more knife switches, one or more fuses or fuse blocks, and, most commonly and in more recently built homes, by...
by Paul | Sep 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
Contrary to their aesthetic reputation, metal roofs are sturdy and long-lasting, when properly maintained, and modern paints and powder coatings make them nearly maintenance-free. In the northeast, metal roofs are making a comeback because of their superior ability...
