Having your own home built is a dream for many homeowners, but there are many things to think about when preparing to do so.  First you want to find the right developer.  When you have them, you will no doubt have many questions about the lot your dream home will be...

​Many problems can arise from water leaking into a basement.  More than other areas of the house, basements are likely to be damp.  This is due to the fact that they are generally below grade and surrounded by soil.  Anything from mold spores and poor air quality to...

​Were you aware that each year many injuries are caused by poorly maintained automatic garage doors? Its worth considering then, what you as the homeowner can do to make sure they are in good working order.  While its important that a skilled professional takes care...

Maybe you have noticed in certain areas of your home some discoloration.  This may lead someone to lead to a conclusion that there is a moisture or mold problem.  It is true that when mold forms on certain areas of the interior walls in a home there will be a...

​Are you about to put your home on the market?  Is it the first time that you are selling a home?  Whoever purchases your home will no doubt have a home inspection performed on it.  What are some of the ways you can be prepared for this?   This video shows you the...

Last month we considered various safety tips to keep in mind when it comes to our exercise equipment at home.  What if we go to a gym though?  We know regular exercise is good for us, but is the gym always a healthy place to be?  What steps can be taken to ensure that...

This month is usually one of overindulging, closely followed by a renewed desire to hit the gym.  For many, it is far more convenient to have their own personal exercise equipment at home.  If this is your situation, how safe is it? Are there young children in the...

We are all aware of the ongoing wildfires in California this year, and we are also no strangers to that here. While it is very hard to stop a wildfire when it is happening, are there protective measures we can take with our own homes and land that would help protect...

​This month we have been discussing what you should do if you are planning to sell your own home. It can certainly seem like a daunting task. In this blog, we have a brief video highlighting what to do when it comes to selling a home. Whether you are selling your home...

Have you decided to sell your own home? Maybe you prefer to save the extra money, or maybe you like the idea of being in control of the process. For whatever reason you decide to sell your own home, how can you make sure that you do it successfully?There will be a lot...