by BR Home Inspection Services | Jul 21, 2019 | Basements, Maintenance
Water Damage Concerns Basements are typically the area of a structure most at risk for water damage because they are located below grade and surrounded by soil. Soil releases water it has absorbed during rain or when the snow melts, and the water can end up in the...
by BR Home Inspection Services | Jul 18, 2019 | Energy, Heating & Cooling
Drastic reductions in heating, cooling and electricity costs can be accomplished through very simple changes. 1. Find better ways to heat and cool your house. As much as half of the energy used in homes goes toward heating and cooling. The following are a few ways...
by BR Home Inspection Services | Feb 12, 2019 | Safety
Millions of children are injured every year by hazards in the home. Many could have been prevented using simple child safety devices. These are not meant to be a substitute for adult supervision, but when used correctly they can help prevent accidents and injuries to...
by BR Home Inspection Services | Jan 30, 2019 | Heating & Cooling, Safety
Prevention is the best medicine Keep your house temperature at 68 degrees Open cabinet doors below sinks to allow heat to circulate.Wrap susceptible pipes (along exterior walls and in crawl spaces) with pipe insulation or heating tape. Heat your basement and consider...
by BR Home Inspection Services | Jan 23, 2019 | Energy, Safety
Ice Dams: Identification, Prevention, Removal An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow from draining. As water backs up behind the dam, it can leak through the roof and cause damage to walls, ceilings, insulation and...
by BR Home Inspection Services | Dec 31, 2018 | Uncategorized
1. Lose Weight (Cut Energy Use) There are many reasons to cut your home’s energy use including saving money, reducing impact on climate change, and reducing pollution. There are many things you can do to reduce your energy use including: Install a programmable...
by BR Home Inspection Services | Dec 31, 2018 | Uncategorized
by Nick Gromicko and Kate Tarasenko Whether you’re facing rising floodwaters or a wildfire that’s too close for comfort, many homeowners confront seasonal threats to their safety that force them to flee their properties, at least temporarily. In the last three...
by BR Home Inspection Services | May 7, 2018 | Maintenance
As a homeowner it is important to have a tool box with some basic items necessary to tackle regular maintenance and minor problems. The following items are essential tools, but this list is by no means exhaustive. Feel free to ask an InterNACHI inspector during your...
by BR Home Inspection Services | Apr 16, 2018 | Maintenance
When was the last time you checked your attic space for leaks that haven’t appeared in your living space yet? Moisture intrusion can be the cause of building defects and health ailments for the building’s occupants. Do you know what the common moisture-related...
by BR Home Inspection Services | Apr 13, 2018 | Maintenance
A building’s central air-conditioning system should be inspected and maintained in order to function properly. While an annual hvac maintenance inspection performed by a trained professional is recommended, homeowners can do a lot of the work themselves by...
