Carbon Monoxide is a silent killer as it has no odor and cannot be seen, and so attacks without warning. Many instances of Carbon Monoxide poisoning occur in the home, this is largely due to faulty, fuel burning appliances found in the home. What are some ways that CO...

Bathrooms are a very important room in the house, most of us like to spend a good amount of time there, so its wise to have a check of the ventilation system to make sure that its functioning properly, thus improving your bathroom experience.If your not sure if your...

So many things in our home nowadays are electric, from kitchen appliances to iPads and phones, everything requires an electrical outlet. In many older homes, there are simply not enough outlets, so a power strip seems the obvious choice to keep up with the demand, but...

We all need to protect our homes from burglars, so how about a few tips and pointers on how to do so.Did you know?A high percentage of burglars enter through the first floor of the home, so insuring exterior doors and windows are secure is important.Exterior doors...

No one enjoys the thought of these little creatures living in our attics, however since bats can be found in most inhabited places all over the world, we have to expect that we will encounter them at some point, so what are some of the ways we can identify if we have...

While Aluminum siding is not too popular these days in the construction of homes, it can still be found on many older homes. Here are a few helpful things to know about Aluminum siding.Is Aluminum siding durable?Yes, it can actually last up to the life of the...

The most common roofing material in all of North America (and the most common to see on a home inspection) is asphalt shingle roofing. If you are thinking of getting a new roof, knowing what your roofing contractor should do and how an asphalt shingle roof is put...

Over the years, we have learned more about our planet and how we need to look after the resources that we have otherwise the future generations will face the consequences. Surprisingly, there are still too many people that are unaware of how to reduce their energy...