Ready to commit to your outdoor deck project…you’ve got choices to make. When one of our Nesters was embarking on a recent project to expand a back deck off of their new home, one of the first questions that came up was, wood deck boards, or composite? Summer may be winding down, but some home…
Tips on Home Leak Prevention Spring can be a rainy time of year! While all that water falling from the sky is great for our gardens, you definitely don’t want any getting inside the house. Here are some leak prevention tips—things to be on the lookout for to stop leaks before they start. Consider Condensation…
There’s no place like home…it’s where we brew our first cup of coffee, and where we lay our heads at night…and currently, where we spend most of the moments in between! So to keep your home looking and feeling fresh this season, follow along with our printable Spring Maintenance Checklist. Some of these tasks are…
FIVE WAYS TO SAVE YOU MONEY AND KEEP YOUR NEST HUMMING THIS WINTER As the days are getting shorter and temps begin to drop, you’ll want to be sure that your HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems are running as safely and efficiently as possible. Thanks to our home systems experts, Jones Heating &…
TACKLE TASKS BY SEASON TO KEEP YOUR HOME HEALTHY, YEAR-ROUND. Click here for a printable PDF that you can place on your fridge for quick reference! SPRING Inspect chimney, roof, and attic for leaks or damage. Hire a professional to inspect and clean if you have a septic tank. Remove storm windows and install screens.…
The Final Flush This is the 4th article in a 4-part series about private, on-site septic systems in residential settings. See Part 1 for an overview about construction, layout and overall understanding; Part 2 about getting an inspection as part of the purchase process, Part 3 to make sense of septic inspection discoveries. By Deborah Rutter There is something to be…
Understanding Your Septic Inspection Findings This is the third installment of a four-part series about private, on-site waste management systems. See Part 1 for an overview about construction, layout and overall understanding, and Part 2 regarding getting an inspection as part of the purchase process. By Deborah Rutter So you’ve just completed your septic inspection! Congratulations. You…
Temperatures are dropping and winter will soon be upon us. Your house is not only the place you call home, but mostly likely your largest financial investment. Protect your investment and prepare for the cooler months with our Winter Home Checklist: 1. PROTECT YOUR PIPES Insulate your pipes so they’re not exposed and susceptible to freezing. These are…