5 Smart Ideas To Refresh Your Deck
5 Smart Ideas To Refresh Your Deck As the seasons turn, your focus begins to shift to the outdoors. Your deck or patio becomes your new living room — an ideal setting for memorable moments with friends and family. If you look at these spaces and long for a refresh, the time to start planning […]
5 Steps To Prepare For Natural Disasters
5 Steps To Prepare For Natural Disasters Whether it’s hurricanes, tornadoes or snowstorms, natural disasters can occur anywhere at any time. When they do, it’s often sudden, so being prepared ahead of time is key. However, only 39% of Americans are prepared for an unexpected natural disaster, according to a study by the Federal Emergency […]
9 of the Biggest DIY Flooring Mistakes Homeowners Make | HomeTeam Homeowner Resources
9 of the Biggest DIY Flooring Mistakes Homeowners Make Installing new floors is a great way to update the look of your home while adding fresh appeal. While style and design are key components of the decision-making process, homeowners often neglect other areas that should be taken into consideration. Whether you choose hardwood, vinyl, or […]
How to Bring Your Dream Kitchen Renovation to Life
Unique Ways to Add Style and Personality to Your Kitchen From cooking to conversing to entertaining, the kitchen truly is the heart of the home. It’s also one of the spaces that homeowners most often dream of renovating. A growing trend in kitchen design is personalization, where thoughtful updates go beyond stainless steel appliances and […]
How Homeowners are designing their bathroom renovations
5 Latest Trends in Bathroom Design Today’s homeowners are increasingly expecting their bathrooms to mirror some of the spa-like features that were previously seen only in hotels, resorts and luxury vacation rentals. Home television shows and websites like Better Homes and Gardens (bhg.com), ElleDecor.com and Houzz.com have showcased these once aspirational luxuries, while technical advances […]
Preparing for the Winter Season, Starting in the Fall
4 Home Fix-Ups For Fall With cooler days and temperate weather, fall is a good time to get outdoors and tackle some larger home projects, as well as prep your home for winter. “Cold weather can wreak havoc on your house, leaving you with a long list of repairs,” said Cathy McHugh, director, brand management […]
Jacked Up | HomeTeam Inspection Service
Jacked Up This home inspection uncovered an air handler being supported by a car jack. The attic is an area of the home that homebuyers don’t typically see before closing, so the home inspection is critical to discovering insights into it’s condition. Inspectors will observe structural components, existing heating and cooling equipment, fans and insulation, […]
Light Fixture | HomeTeam Inspection Service
Light Fixture This DIY light is an easy cosmetic fix, but it could also be a potential safety concern for a homeowner. Although fully functioning, this is considered amateur wiring and a professional home inspector would make recommendations to consult with a qualified electrician for repairs and further evaluation.
Dryer Vent | HomeTeam Inspection Service
Dryer Vent In this home inspection, a dryer vent was observed venting through the garage door, preventing the homeowners from opening it. Often home inspections uncover items that are not ideally designed, but do function. This is part of what makes the home inspection report so valuable to homebuyers.
Rusted and Foil | HomeTeam Inspection Service
Rusted and Foil Although most homebuyers could discern that something may not be right here, a professionally trained inspector can identify and report the defects. In this instance, the flue pipe for the water heater was not installed correctly. A home inspection report provided by a team of professionals enables clients to make an informed […]
