FORCLOSED PROPERTIES OPPORTUNITY or OPTION FOR DISASTER - Wednesday, April 27, 2011
During this down economy it is common to see numerous vacant properties in various stages of decay. The real estate meltdown has provided pathway for the current economic mess we find ourselves in today.
Moisture Beware! - Monday, March 07, 2011
Learn how to protect your home, whether you are buying or selling, from excessive moisture. Excessive moisture in structures has been estimated to lead to 75 % of the concerns/damage in homes. Moisture is a vital element in our personal lives, but can have disastrous results if found in excessive levels in homes. Excessive moisture in homes generally results from improper drainage and ventilation conditions, the two most overlooked and abused systems in homes.
Water causes the majority of structural problems in the home. Apply this fact to your home maintenance program to prevent the majority of problems common to many homes.
Roof gutters and downspouts properly extended out away from the house are essential.
Keep gutters clean and repair leaking gutter joints promptly.
Crawl spaces must breathe, so be sure space vents are open during the non-freezing months.
Water expands when it freezes causing extensive foundation damage if the foundation is wet.