January 11 2017Weather stripping is the strip of material, typically made of foam or vinyl, which rests on your windowsill or door frame and is meant to keep these openings sealed. Weather stripping keeps out moisture, unwanted drafts, insects, and weather. How often do I need to do inspections? You may be wondering how often … Read more

January 20 2017Caulking is used to seal two materials together inside and outside of your home. Caulking is usually made from various chemicals and is oil- or petroleum-based and can be injected with a tube. Caulking closes gaps and acts as a filler for structures in order to keep moisture, air, weather, and insects out. … Read more

February 6 2017Inspections should take place once a year, along with other heating appliances such as furnaces and stoves. Inspections are important in order to prevent problems from occurring in the future and fix any current problems your chimney and fireplace might have. What should I look for when cleaning the chimney/fireplace? You should clean … Read more

February 20 2017You should inspect your roof for damaged shingles at least once a year. The inspection can be done from the ground or on the roof, and inspections are best done in the spring or fall, before and after seasons with extreme weather. If you do this annually, you’ll be sure to fix any … Read more

March 15 2017If you hear scratching and scuffling coming from above, it’s a sign you should inspect your attic for birds or rodents. Birds and rodents often take up residence in attics due to the seclusion and quiet that usually comes with the space. If you think your attic may be inhabited by these creatures, … Read more

March 25 2017 Smoke alarms are preventive household equipment that are often forgotten about. Most people forget to inspect their smoke alarms and just assume that in the event of a fire, their smoke alarm will alert them. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. The batteries in your smoke alarm may be dead, or the … Read more

May 8 2017 Increasing the value of your home is important whether you’re planning to sell or just want more equity. Remodeling part of your home is an excellent way to increase the value if the remodel is done right. This is especially true of the kitchen, which is central to so much of the activity in … Read more

May 30 2017 What is it? Asbestos is the name given to a group of minerals which occur in the environment naturally. They are bundles of fibers which can be separated into thin and durable threads. Because these fibers are resistant to heat, fire, and chemicals and do not conduct electricity- they have been used widely in … Read more

July 7 2017 As an investor, you may have a vacant property that needs to be preserved and maintained. Property preservation services are the solution for you as they work on behalf of the loan services to keep your property safe and well-maintained both inside and outside. For this job to be done, you have to apply … Read more

August 3 2017 Refesher–What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a group of minerals that fall under the classification of fibrous crystals. Asbestos minerals are commonly referred to by their color (blue asbestos, white asbestos, etc.). Asbestosis fibers are microscopic, durable and are both resistant to fire and other chemical breakdowns. For these reasons. Asbestos has been used in … Read more