Don’t Be a Target for Harassment or Stalking
Don’t Be a Target for Harassment or Stalking Real estate professionals have been victims of harassment or stalking behavior from clients and potential clients. Harassment occurs when a person subjects another to alarm by conveying a telephonic or written threat to inflict serious physical injury on that person or to commit a felony involving that […]
5 Steps to Painting Like a Pro
5 Steps to Painting Like a Pro Nothing transforms a home quite like a fresh coat of paint. In fact, painting your own house is one of the smartest and easiest DIY upgrades a homeowner can accomplish, especially as they find themselves spending more time at home. With 71% of homeowners undertaking improvement or renovation […]
Annual preventative furnace maintenance tips
Annual preventative furnace maintenance tips Thermostats nationwide are flipping from cool to heat mode. In fact, most Americans begin turning on their heat in September, and they are in full heat mode by the end of October, according to data from Resideo’s Honeywell Home smart thermostats. That shifts a month or two if you’re in […]
Top Home Improvement Projects This Summer for Homeowners
Top Home Improvement Projects This Summer for Homeowners HomeTeam Inspection Service professionals share tips and best options for owners looking to take on maintenance and home improvement projects. As the days get longer and the weather gets nicer, many homeowners find themselves inspired to take on a new home improvement or home maintenance project around […]
Top things homeowners forget when prepping their home for winter
Top things homeowners forget when prepping their home for winter In the winter, keeping the cold out and the heat in is everything. For many busy homeowners, it can be easy to overlook a few simple preventive maintenance tasks before cold weather sets in. Doing so can reduce the risk of home damage and help […]
Moisture Content in Wood: FAQs for Real Estate Agents
Moisture Content in Wood: FAQs for Real Estate Agents Moisture readings are a common part of home inspections, especially in crawlspaces and basements, and can raise concerns during negotiations. This FAQ breaks down what agents need to know about elevated wood moisture content, when to take action, and how to approach repairs with contractors. Use […]
Sewer Scope Inspections: Do YouNeed One?
Sewer Scope Inspections: Do You Need One? Many older homes have sewer pipes that are prone to breakage. A video- recorded examination of a property’s sewer line allows you to know the condition of these critical pipes. A property’s lateral sewer line is a privately-owned line that connects the homeowner’s property to either the city […]
What To Do in the Days Leading Up to a Home Inspection
What To Do in the Days Leading Up to a Home Inspection Home inspections are a key part of the selling process. Here are some of the last-minute items to check off your to-do list leading up to inspection day. Home inspections are incredibly powerful tools within the home sales space. Whether an owner is […]
How To Identify Key Electrical and Plumbing Issues in Homes for Sale
How To Identify Key Electrical and Plumbing Issues in Homes for Sale Whether you’re preparing for an inspection of your own home or looking to purchase, there are ways to identify and diagnose issues before the official home inspection. For both homeowners and prospective buyers, the day of an official home inspection can be quite […]
12 Home Maintenance Steps To Add to Your Spring Cleaning List
12 Home Maintenance Steps To Add to Your Spring Cleaning List Spring cleaning is about more than just tidying up. Add these maintenance checks to your list to keep your home in tip-top shape. Spring cleaning can be a great motivator to clear out clutter that may have built up around the home during the […]
