If you’re thinking of building or renovating a porch on your property, the first thing to consider before you start to budget and plan is the weather. What are the seasons like in your area, and what will the porch you build need to survive? Rain? Snow? Sun? Overall,...

Loose steps and missing handrails are something that we often find on a home inspection. But while it is common, it is not something that should be forgotten about. And it is easy to forget about them – as we have busy lives and things like these are not always at the...

An invasive species is one that is non-native to the ecosystem of the area, which can cause environmental harm or even pose a human health risk. These species are often difficult to remove because they have no natural predators or competitors in the new ecosystem and...

You would think it is easy to pick out the perfect coffee table for your lounge, right? But once you start looking, you might find there are many more decisions in picking the right coffee table than meets the eye. First, it needs to be the right size, in terms of...

Disasters happen more and more frequently these days, and many times in areas that previously hadn’t experienced such events in the past. Some disasters can come upon you with very short notice and cause massive destruction, so preparation is very important. Some have...

Have you ever thought of going with a metal roof? You might have a few concerns, and usually, the main one is noise. We’ve all heard rain falling down on a metal roof, or even worse, hail. You can probably imagine the noise that would generate inside of your home if...

Did your parents teach you not to stick things into wall receptacles? Curious children that have observed their parents plugging in different devices might decide to try it out for themselves, and you know how quick and sneaky children can be. Unfortunately, regular...

In the construction of new homes, building for optimum energy efficiency is often a high priority. What about those of us who live in an older historic home? These homes were built before any of the more modern energy saving innovations. Is there no way to be energy...

Vapor barriers can be a very complex topic, but it's also a very important one. Vapor barriers are designed to keep moisture from permeating into your home, causing issues like mold growth. There are a lot of different types of vapor barriers that vary widely in...

Are you considering the idea of building a new home, or renovating an existing home? If so, you've got a lot of choices to make, and it's likely that your contractor may not make all of them very easy. One thing that some contractors might recommend is the use of...