Stair Safety – Even When Stranded on an Island Stair safety is no joke. Every year, countless people injure themselves on stairs, leading to broken bones, bruises, and even back injuries. It’s a serious issue, but it’s also an opportunity to improve conditions and safety. One group of people who knew this well were the […]
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Uninsulated metal dryer vents in attics can be a potential danger for homeowners due to the risk of clogs and fires. Fortunately, regular cleaning and insulation can mitigate the risks and ensure the safety of your home and family
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Having a storm shelter under your porch can provide a safe haven during severe weather, but it’s important to ensure that the space stays dry and free of mold. Moisture and mold growth on the ceiling of an under the porch storm shelter can be a sign of a problem that needs to be addressed.
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5 Common Concerns of Home Buyers: How Real Estate Agents Can Help When it comes to buying a home, buyers have several concerns. These concerns range from the property’s location to the condition of the home to the overall price of the property. As a real estate agent, it’s essential to understand these concerns and
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Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that is produced when fuels such as gas, oil, wood, and charcoal are burned. When inhaled, it binds to hemoglobin in the bloodstream, reducing the amount of oxygen that can be transported to vital organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs. This can lead
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3 Reasons Home Inspections Kill Deals As a real estate agent, a home inspection can be daunting after putting in weeks, months, or even years of effort with a client. While there are various reasons a deal may fail, such as credit issues, appraisal, or buyer’s second thoughts, a failed home inspection is a common
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Racoons in Attics Raccoons are known to carry a type of roundworm called Baylisascaris procyonis. This parasite can be found in raccoon feces and can be transmitted to humans and other animals through contact with contaminated soil or by ingesting raccoon droppings. Infection with Baylisascaris procyonis can cause serious health problems, including neurological damage and
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Dryer Vent Safety Clothes dryers use hot air and a spinning drum to remove water from wet clothing. This heat can come from either an electrical heating element or gas burner. As clothes dry, they release a significant amount of water vapor, which is expelled from the dryer and the home through an exhaust duct,
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Backup Sump Pump If you’re a homeowner with an active sump pump, it’s important to be aware that these systems don’t last forever. In fact, sump pumps can fail without warning, often at the most inconvenient times – like in the middle of the night during a heavy rainstorm. If your sump pump fails, you may
Anti-tip brackets are safety devices designed to prevent ranges from tipping over, which can be especially dangerous for children and elderly adults. Appliance manufacturers have required these brackets since 1991, and home inspectors often recommend their installation. In fact, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 38 fatalities occurred between 1980 and 2008 due to
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