Many of you may not be aware, but January is Radon Awareness Month, which makes it the perfect time to try to clear up some misconceptions and shed some light on the importance of testing for radon in your home. What is radon? From epa.gov/radon: “Radon is a radioactive gas. It comes from the natural… Read More »
Are you in the market for a new home? Buying a new home can be exciting, but you need to make sure you’re prepared for the maintenance and issues that can come up. It’s not fun to think about, but when a burst pipe or broken window happens unexpectedly, you can save yourself a lot… Read More »
Growing up, many of us dream of owning a big house with a spacious lawn in a nice neighborhood. While this may be a dream, there might be a few reasons why you find yourself needing to purchase a home larger than the one you currently own. Perhaps you need to upsize because your family… Read More »
An interview with Lauri Cotter of Financial Insurances Services, Inc. Being in the NH home inspection business, we have the pleasure of meeting with people on a daily basis who are in a state of transition. With the stresses of deciding to move, where to live, type of mortgage, how much to spend… We thought… Read More »
Whether you are buying or selling your home, the process of a home inspection can be enough to frighten anyone. For sellers, it’s that annoying reminder that the things you have ignored over the years might be coming around to bite you in the butt. For the buyer, it could be the best news that… Read More »
Home Maintenance Budget Tips I am frequently asked “how much does it cost to own a house?” Well, that’s a loaded question if I’ve ever heard one, but let’s try to simplify a rather complex topic. First of all, there is no such thing as a maintenance free house. No matter what you’ve been told by… Read More »
Your Local Home Inspector is a great resource Have you ever been overwhelmed as a homeowner, not knowing where to start with a project, or even who to call? We have all been there and it is VERY easy for something that should be a top priority be put on the back burner for months… Read More »
