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Access and download our complete list of Homeowner Information Guides. HouseMaster’s experienced technical staff has authored dozens of informational articles on virtually every part of a home — from roofs to basements — as well as common home problems and remedies. Take a minute to browse these ...
10/13/2009
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Termites can take a bite out of your home’s value unless you get them where they live. Insects can cause more damage than moisture problems. Fortunately, you can perform a thorough inspection in less than an hour. The secret is knowing where to look. Termites don’t live in your floors or framing....
10/13/2009
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Radon is an odorless, colorless radioactive gas, which is formed by the natural breakdown of uranium. Radon can be found in high concentrations in rock and soil that contains granite, shale, phosphate and uranium, or even fill soil containing industrial waste. Radon can be present in any area, bu...
10/13/2009
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Check your know-how on various homeownership related matters. See how many questions you can answer correctly. (The answers are listed below.) 1. Which cut lumber is thicker: a 2-inch by 4-inch board or a 2-inch by 6-inch board?2. Which is thinner: a termite’s waist or a flying ant’s waist?3. Whi...
10/13/2009
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HouseMaster®, the first and one of the largest home inspection franchisors in North America, reports there are abundant opportunities for qualified homebuyers in the current real estate market – triggered by a 28 percent rise in foreclosure activity from last year – working through the intricate ...
10/13/2009
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When buying a home, one of the most important things to consider is the condition of the roof. And even if it is watertight at the time of inspection, you may still find it leaking sooner than expected. To stay ahead of such situations, check the attic periodically for telltale signs of leakage....
01/26/2009
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The winter season can wreak havoc on the exterior of a home and the surrounding property. Most often, it is simply an issue of falling behind on outdoor maintenance during the colder months. Now is the time to do a winter-end check to make sure everything is in order and ready to withstand those...
01/26/2009
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Water intrusion into subgrade areas affects many homes. Often it is simply the result of rainwater run-off from the roof and/or yard surfaces that accumulates around the perimeter of the house and eventually seeps through the foundation walls or cracks. But many damp or wet basement and crawlspa...
01/26/2009
Despite the downturn in the housing market, millions of homes will still be bought and sold. At a time when price negotiations have become more vigorous, many buyers and sellers neglect one important element that could cost them thousands of dollars: the home inspection. Mike Kuhn, co-author of ...
01/06/2009
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Thought I would share a warm drink with you. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!! Ingredients 1 apple 2 teaspoons whole cloves 1 orange, thinly sliced 2 quarts apple cider 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1 teaspoon allspice Pinch grated nu...
11/26/2008