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Everyone loves a fresh young face. Millions spend money on products that keep their face looking young, and New Yorkers are now applying this same thinking to their homes, wanting to use siding to keep the face of their home appealing. There isn't anything wrong with trying to dabble in home impr...
09/10/2009
Buying a condominium is like a combination of buying a house, and renting an apartment. Condos are usually a smaller section of a larger building or campus that is owned by a company. When buying a condo you are not responsible for everything, except what is within your condominium space. A prope...
11/28/2008
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When purchasing a condominium it is imperative to ensure that you know exactly what you are getting with the purchase. Visually your condominium might look like great, but you need to look beneath the surface and check out the important systems such as plumbing, heating, water heater, flooring or...
11/28/2008
A thorough home inspectionis one of the most important steps before purchasing a home, and many buyers try to skip this step only to end up regretting it later when problems become apparent. Your home is the place you go to get away from the world, and to relax and put your feet up, or spend time...
11/28/2008
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There are a lot of false ideas going around about house inspectionsand the process and need for hiring home inspectors. Believing these myths could in many cases cost you a lot of money. So in the interest of saving you as many headaches as much cash as possible, here is the truth about some of ...
11/28/2008
Investment Property: Mold Inspection Introduction An inspection to detect hazardous toxins within and/or around a dwelling is as easy as calling on a qualified home inspector to bring his or her experience to your environment, and evaluate the presence of toxins in and around your property. Home ...
11/28/2008
To some condo-buyers, a condo inspection seems somewhat redundant, as the building is mostly owned collectively and the only part to inspected, they think, is the paint and the furniture. However, as millions of leaky condo owners found out the hard way, a condo inspection is simply a diligent an...
06/18/2008
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Mold is a common problem in many homes, particularly those in damp and humid climates. Although it's mostly found in the basements of homes, it can pop up almost anywhere that could have a moisture problem. Most mold is benign and just an eyesore, though some mold can be toxic and a serious healt...
06/18/2008
Since we all know that water is the life-blood of the home, it is important to ensure the liquid coming out of the taps is top-quality. Not only are there the obvious health detriments associated with dirty water, but, aside from drinking water, you want to have relatively clean and clear water f...
06/18/2008
In order to feel comfortable hiring a home inspector in Brooklyn, it is important to understand what to expect from an inspector and what your rights are as a client. Many home inspectors, both legitimate and illegitimate, will prey upon clients who do not know what a proper inspection would cons...
06/18/2008