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New Depths Episode 8 – Upon Closer Inspection

December 8, 2021

I had a great chat with Dominick Mondi, the Executive Director of the Northeast Spa & Pool Association, as part of their “New Depths” podcast. Check it out!

Tips towards smoother Inspections – Steps 5, 6 & 7

March 12, 2020

Step 5 – Improve Curb appeal First impressions are important! Inspectors normally see the well-built home hiding behind the overgrown shrubs… but why take a chance?  I know more than one inspector that forms their initial opinion based on what they see when they pull in the driveway. Step 6 – Don’t hide things Hiding […]

Tips towards smoother Inspections – Steps 2, 3 & 4 of 10!

February 26, 2020

Step 2 Make the house inviting Entering a comfortable house makes everyone happy… buyers, agents, family and yes – Inspectors!  If its hot out turn on the A/C and when cold, crank up the heat!  Open the blinds to brighten the place up! Step 3 Address maintenance items Its much easier for clients to accept […]

Tips towards smoother Inspections – Step 1 of 10

February 19, 2020

Step 1 Make things accessible Its never good to finish an inspection with limitations due to inaccessible areas. It creates questions and uncertainties which could easily be addressed while on site.  A good inspector will do everything he or she can to “get in there”, however, we cannot take a chance on damaging the home […]

Garbage Disposal Tip

March 30, 2019

Tip Check the cabinets under your garbage disposal frequently for leaks. Your disposal has flanges, gaskets and pipe connections which can be sources of leaks that can lead to mold and pest infestations. Routine Care Clean disposer by grinding up ice cubes The procedure sharpens the cutting blade and cleans out built-up debris and scale. […]

Secrets of Microwave Cooking

March 28, 2019

Cooking with a microwave oven is easy to take for granted. Just put food in and push a button, right? Or is there more to it? This article and video gives you 66 tips for the best ways to cook using your microwave. So let’s go through each of them now:   The most common […]

Where Your Home Energy Dollar Goes

March 26, 2019

Ever wondered where your energy dollars go in your home? This article and video show you at-a-glance, so that you can focus on the areas that will give you the biggest bang-for-the-buck for reducing your home energy bill.   The pie chart below shows a typical home where your energy bills are going. The bigger […]

Outdoor Decking: 10 Important Areas to Check

March 23, 2019

Overview Decking’ is a structure that is built on the outside of your home for walking or sitting. Care for decking also includes other structures outside of your home, such as: porches, stairs, railings with bars called ‘balustrades’, trellises, gazebos, and swing sets. Decking may be made from a variety of materials such as: softwood; […]

Energy Audits Tip

March 21, 2019

Idea Conduct a “do-it-yourself” audit by looking for opportunities to increase insulation around your home. Routine Care Conduct energy audit An energy audit can help find ways to save you money on your energy costs. The recommended changes from an energy audit can range from no-cost adjustments, to changes that require investments that payback savings […]

Choosing the Right Fire Extinguisher

March 16, 2019

Overview Fire Extinguishers are portable canisters that are filled with special chemicals that are designed to smother certain types of fires. Fire extinguishers are the first line of defense against small fires. A small fire can grow into a big fire in just a matter of seconds. There are four basic types of household Fire […]

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  • New Depths Episode 8 – Upon Closer Inspection
  • Tips towards smoother Inspections – Steps 5, 6 & 7
  • Tips towards smoother Inspections – Steps 2, 3 & 4 of 10!
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  • Garbage Disposal Tip

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