January and February are the traditional months for ice and snow in Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex area. And your roof is the primary part of your house that protects you and your property from the elements. Get your home ready for winter by preparing your roof. Check the roof for missing/damaged shingles Check for […]
Winterizing your home is about making sure that your family is comfortable and protecting your property from the elements. Here are some specific steps to protect your home from problems that can be caused by ice and snow. Prevent pipes from freezing Prepare for a winter storm Protect entryway with mats inside & out Prevent […]
Winterizing your home is about making sure that your family is comfortable and protecting your property from the elements. Make sure heating system is ready Service the fire place and chimney Check for air leaks at windows and doors Reverse ceiling fans to optimize warm air Protect or cover the exterior air conditioner condensing unit […]
Some of our best tips for Fall include a quick inspection of your own home and use our “Remove – Repair – Replace” motto: Remove Overhanging tree limbs – check your bushes, shrubs and trees that are close to your house, and remove limbs that overhang or touch the house, and remove dead or diseased […]
Part of the Standard Warranty Package which is provided with every full home inspection. Running water and sewer lines that drain properly are two of the most essential services in your home; and are one of the most expensive home systems to repair, often because of their location underground. A broken sewer line usually means standing pools […]
This Spring, and even start of Summer, in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex has been very wet – which is very good for lawns and outdoor plants that are very green right now. That moisture in all the plants, soil and other areas also means increased humidity – and it’s not just outdoors where you […]
Usually in June at the start of summer, we are highly focused on ways to protect our yards against drought. This year we are seeing a more consistent amount of rain and storms, which can bring its own issues to our yards. A very common problem during storms is tree limbs falling. High winds can […]
One of the handiest appliances in the kitchen is also one of the smallest: the garbage disposal. They can also be the one with the most issues – although you won’t have as many problems if you know what to do – and what not to do. Garbage Disposal Dos Use cold water. It may […]
It never fails to happen: Mother Nature lulls us into a false sense of security with warmer weather, and then another hard freeze (32F or below) sneaks in. And it’s times like these that we forget to take those last protective measures to keep our pipes from freezing, such as leaving faucets dripping. The biggest […]