Spring brings warm weather, sunshine and an abundance of flowers, but it also brings about a few unique plumbing problems. While spring showers help your flowers and other plants to grow, rain can also cause plumbing issues. As the weather warms up, be on the lookout for these four springtime plumbing problems. Catching them early…
Your roof is what protects your family from the elements and other dangers outside your home. However, your roof is susceptible to damage, especially from different critters. Here are some of the animals and other pests that can quickly ruin your roof: Birds It can be nice to hear birds singing out in your yard,…
A roof can last a long time, usually decades, without needing to be replaced. However, natural causes like hazardous weather and nearby trees may cause serious damage that means your roof will need to be repaired or replaced earlier than expected. Consider having your roof inspected by a professional roofer, if you experience any of…
During a buyer’s market is when most experts will recommend you buy real estate. A buyer’s market is when there are more properties for sale than prospective buyers, and sellers are more willing to go with a low bid. Related: Realtor.com® Report: Top Housing Markets of 2021 However, that doesn’t mean you can’t buy a new…
You never expect a tragedy to strike, but they happen every day. It is often spontaneous and could happen to anybody. Of course, tragedy is a lot worse when you aren’t prepared. That’s why you need to prepare yourself for an emergency ahead of time. This will help you and your family get through anything…
It’s never convenient to have your water heater stop working, but it is even worse during the winter. To ensure your water heater is fit to last the entire season, here are some tips for routine maintenance that you can perform. As you cover these points, you can also conduct a mini assessment of your…
With cold weather heading toward much of the country, you’ll likely want to ensure that your home is ready to deal with the hazards of winter weather like ice, snow and cold temperatures. Don’t assume that just because everything seems to be in good shape now that you won’t experience any problems over the course…
Just when you think it’s going to be the best day ever, you’re stopped dead in your tracks. You need to use your sink, toilet or shower but you notice that something isn’t right. There is a horrible odor, and it won’t drain. You know that regardless of what plumbing issue is, you need to…
Your home’s foundation must remain stable and secure because it literally supports the entire structure and all of its occupants. Luckily, most foundations, if built effectively, can last decades. Over time or due to major storm damage, though, a foundation may begin to show evidence of a damage. Here are four signs that your foundation…
With summer officially underway, it’s an ideal time to give outdoor entertainment spaces a facelift. Whether the goal is to spend quality time with immediate family or to invite a few friends over for drinks, outdoor entertaining is very popular. There is nothing more pleasant than being able to enjoy a fresh breeze on a…
When selling a home, the agent’s responsibility is to make sure the place shows as pet-neutral as possible. Read more.
