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  • Is Your Backyard Damaging Your Home?

    Is Your Backyard Damaging Your Home?

    Is your backyard or landscaping damaging your home? Here are some common things to look for! We are regularly called out to inspect Moisture Intrusion, Mold, and Structural Damage issues in homes. Often what we find is that they are a direct result of the land around them and proper landscaping or Basement Waterproofing is…

  • The Home Inspector Found Structural Damage / Foundation Issues, What Now?

    The Home Inspector Found Structural Damage / Foundation Issues, What Now?

    When the Home Inspector finds Structural Issues / Foundation Issues, what does this mean to you and to the home sale? Whether your home is on the market, or you’re looking to buy, one of the most nerve wracking moments of the process is likely to be the Home Inspection. As the home inspector combs…

  • Does Homeowners Insurance cover Basement Flooding?

    When your basement floods, will your Insurance Policy cover the mitigation and repairs? When something happens to your home, one of the first things most people do is contact their insurance company. Homeowners Insurance is there for damage that occurs to your home and it’s only reasonable to hope that your insurance policy will cover…

  • What happens if a mold issue is not properly remediated?

    What happens if a mold issue is not properly remediated?

    When your renovation contractor comes across Asbestos, what happens? Are they able to remove it for you? Are they qualified? When you discover a Mold issue in your home, there are a lot of things that go through your mind. How serious is it? How do you get rid of it? How likely is it…

  • Understanding the Insurance Company Check

    Understanding the Insurance Company Check

    Being confused when you receive a check from the insurance company is extremely common. Here we address some common questions and concerns! While receiving the check from your insurance company can be a huge relief to you, it can also create even more questions. What is this check for? Why does the amount not match…

  • What to do if your pipes freeze

    What to do if your pipes freeze

    Frozen pipes can go from being an inconvenience to a disaster in no time at all. Here are some tips for preventing and thawing your frozen pipes! Have you ever turned on the faucet to find that nothing was coming out? These cold Northeastern PA winters can take a toll on any home, but particularly…

  • Lake Houses and Mold Go Hand in Hand, or Do They?

    Lake Houses and Mold Go Hand in Hand, or Do They?

    While Mold may be relatively common in Lake Houses, does it have to be? Lake Houses are the perfect getaway. There is nothing quite like waking up to a steaming hot cup of coffee on the deck while watching the morning mist rise from the still, glossy water of the lake. What can ever ruin…

  • Potential Hazards in Schools

    Potential Hazards in Schools

    Our kids spend a lot of time at school, so we want to make sure they aren’t exposed to anything while they’re there. Recently there has been a lot of talk in the news about hazards in our area schools. As this school district works to address these concerns, it’s important to recognize that these…

  • Renters Insurance Frequently Asked Questions

    Renters Insurance Frequently Asked Questions

    Are you renting and have questions about Renters Insurance? Here are some answers to commonly asked questions! Renting can be a great opportunity for those who do not wish to become involved with the costs and labor typically associated to home ownership. After all your landlord should take care of things like upkeep and maintenance,…

  • Preparing Your Home For Freezing Temperatures!

    Preparing Your Home For Freezing Temperatures!

    Winter is quickly approaching, and with it the potential for damage to your home as a result of these freezing temperatures. So what can you do now to prevent damage to your home and increase its energy efficiency? Winter is rapidly approaching and temperatures are dropping. Here are some things you can do now, before…