Storing firewood against a house in order to keep it from getting wet may seem like a good idea, however it can actually create a potential fire hazard. Firew...

A "leaky" bath fan can occur when warm, humid air is not being fully exhausted outside the house. Moisture created from running a hot shower will build up in...

This smoke detector is over 30 years old! Make sure to replace your smoke and CO detectors as they only have a 10 year designed life span. Smoke and CO detec...

As the week of freezing temperatures goes on, be aware that your furnace is working overtime to heat your house. Be sure to check/replace your furnace filter...

Attics should be well ventilated and heavily insulated in order to prevent moisture problems in the winter and spring. As warm air rises inside the house it w...

Not all problems in a house reveal themselves right away. In this picture we can see a floor joist nearly "floating" in mid air. The concrete foundation wall...

As we progress into winter the snowfalls become more frequent. This means more snow shoveling and more opportunities for slips and falls. To avoid the slippe...

It is important to routinely walk around the outside of your house to check vent terminations. High winds have ripped the cover off of this exhaust fan vent....

As we move into winter, be sure to have your exterior faucets winterized! Here is the proper procedure to complete the process: Winterizing Step 1 -Locate al...