Nail pops, also known as popped nails, are a frequent problem in many homes, including new ones. When people see them, they sometimes panic because they don’t understand why that problem occurred. But, are nail popos really that serious? In many cases, nail pops are just a cosmetic problem, which is relatively easy to fix. … Read more
If you are a homeowner, home maintenance is your responsibility. Are you annoyed when you hear about 12 critical maintenance skills every homeowner should have? I will admit that I am not enthusiastic about it, but I know that outsourcing all tasks can be costly and won’t make sense in the long run. If you … Read more
For most houses having a sprinkler system is well worth it. Like most things worth having, sprinklers require regular maintenance. Before winter arrives and temperatures start to drop, homeowners need to winterize their house, including the sprinkler system. Automatic drain valves will remove a lot of water, but some will stay in the pipes. To … Read more
If you ever looked at a specific neighborhood on Google Street View, there is a chance that one or more houses were blurred. When this appeared for the first time, people had different theories about it. Nowadays, it is not unusual to see a house blurred on Google Street View and most of the time, … Read more
Have you bought a new construction home and the builder’s warranty is about to expire? If that’s the case, you have something important to consider before time runs out. Should you get a home inspection before the builder’s warranty expires? Warranties for newly built houses generally extend limited coverage on various components of the house. … Read more
Burglary, break-ins, and violent home intrusion are quite common these days. These incidents often happen when you are least prepared. And while it is impossible to come out with a road map for every situation, at least you can prepare by identifying and knowing the location of everyday items for self defense at your home. … Read more