When buying a new home, there’s a lot more that goes into the process than just signing some forms and picking up the keys. One of the big steps that you’ll typically take is getting a home inspection to identify any potential issues with the property. While this is common, ...
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Your home’s HVAC system works hard throughout the year. Unfortunately, this can cause it to experience problems over time, often at a time when you’d really rather it not fail on you. This is why yearly maintenance and inspections are recommended, since a little bit of attention now can save ...
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“Inspect what you expect.” If you are simply hoping that the property you intend to purchase will be total perfection without doing your due diligence, then you may sadly be left disappointed. An inspection is the key to parsing through a property and exposing whatever may be lurking in the ...
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One of the most prominent features of any home is the windows. If they are well maintained, they will have a positive impact on the impression potential buyers have of your property. Of course, the opposite occurs when your windows look old and worn. So, does that mean you should ...
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The biggest mistake that both home buyers and sellers could make is skipping or waiving the home inspection due to various reasons, like during a bidding war. And while a home inspection contingency clause is almost always included in a purchase contract, some buyers agree to waive the vital inspections ...
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It’s important to know how to tell when you have a plumbing problem so that you can address small issues before they become bigger problems. When pipes are left unchecked over long periods of time you may begin to see signs of: higher water bills, permanent water damage, the spread ...
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It’s important to note, well-functioning gutters are essential for reducing potential damage to your foundation. Gutters direct rainwater off your roof and away from your foundation reducing the potential for damages caused by pooling water. It’s important to clean your gutters regularly to avoid any unnecessary damage to your home. ...
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