Heating and cooling costs can add up, but with a few simple adjustments, you can keep your home comfortable without breaking the bank.…

  Ants are persistent little creatures, and once they find their way into your home, they can become quite a nuisance. Whether you’re dealing with…

  The roof is one of the most prominent features of a home, as it protects it from the elements and provides structural support. However,…

  Electrical defects are among the most common and serious issues that home inspectors encounter. They can pose safety hazards, reduce energy efficiency, and damage appliances and…

  Plumbing defects are one of the most common and costly problems that homeowners face. Plumbing defects can cause water damage, mold growth, health hazards,…

    Buying or selling a home is one of the most important decisions you can make in your life. It involves a lot of…

An attic is an unconditioned space between the roof and the ceiling or walls of the building’s inhabited rooms. In a small house with a…

Condition:  Window frames, sills and sashes should be monitored because the interior condition and hardware of windows change over time. Frame materials can include plastic,…

1.  Plunger A clogged sink or toilet is one of the most inconvenient household problems that you will face. With a plunger on hand, however, you can usually…

Asbestos Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral used in many construction products. It is considered to be a carcinogen. Asbestos has been used in:…

Laundry Room:  Watch for leaks and kinks developing at plumbing connections to the washing machine.  Water can overflow from the top or bottom if the…

Monitor the Exterior Planters: Check any planting beds adjacent to the foundation of your house because planters are built in a way that traps water,…

A well-maintained landscaping and other improvements are important for the enjoyment of a healthy and durable property. Plants, Trees & Shrubs:  Check the location and…

Making sure that your property is sloped to allow proper drainage can mean the difference between a trouble-free rainy season and a flooded basement a…

A building’s central air-conditioning system must be periodically inspected and maintained in order to function properly. While an annual inspection performed by a trained professional…

https://youtu.be/zQYGCkYfKTY These types of systems are generally used in rural areas where it would be costly to install a sewer system; they may be present…

What it means to you! What is carbon monoxide (CO)? Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odorless gas. It is a by-product of incomplete combustion, such…

What it means to you. What is asbestos? Asbestos is a fibrous material that was used in many building materials as acoustic insulation, a fire-resistant…

What you need to know. As an addition Some homes have an entrance straight into the basement from the outside; sometimes they are added after…

Written by Nick Gromicko, Ben Gromicko, and Kenton Shepard Most people do not know how easy it is to make their homes run on less…

The amount of content and knowledge regarding Building Science is vast and we have been studying it for thousands of years. It is the collection of knowledge that focuses on analyzing and controlling physical phenomena affecting buildings

Why do basements leak? Common Reasons for Basement Leaks: How to Prevent and Remediate As homeowners, understanding the factors that contribute to basement leaks is…