Entries by chriscaisse

YOUR SPRING HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

Saying sayonara to winter means it’s time to check our homes for wear and tear and prepare them for the warm weather ahead. Longer, milder days make spring an excellent time to tackle some basic home maintenance and projects. By taking the time to do a bit of seasonal inspecting and work, you can keep […]

COMMON CHIMNEY PROBLEMS

The primary function of a chimney is ventilation. There are many working parts that make this efficient and safe in your home. Damage to one or more of these parts is not uncommon and often goes unnoticed or overlooked. Below we explore common chimney fails we find on the job and why they are important. […]

HOME INSPECTION VS APPRAISAL

INSPECTIONS VS. APPRAISALS: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE AND DO I NEED BOTH? Home inspections and appraisals are both important parts of the home buying process. Whether you’re a homebuyer or a seller, it can be easy to confuse the two. While they may seem similar, there are some key differences between an inspection and an […]

WINTER AND HOUSE FIRES

WINTER AND HOUSE FIRES: THE RISKS AND HOW YOU CAN PREVENT THEM Winter brings an idyllic promise of cozy nights with a muted world of snowfall just outside your door but it also brings an increased risk of fire inside of your home. As a homeowner, the threat of a house fire can cause a […]