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Smoke alarms are one of the first ways you will be notified if a fire starts in your home. However, batteries often die and the detector may wear down as time goes on. It’s important to test each smoke detector unit in your house every month to keep you and your...
Every winter, energy bills end up skyrocketing. Everybody wants to keep the cold out by warming their homes. How can you keep the cost down while also making sure your house stays warm? 1 - Check for leaks. As the ground naturally expands, contracts, and shifts, the...
It’s great to spend Christmas cuddled up close to a fireplace with your friends and family, but it’s not so much fun when your house is the fire. Christmas trees cause millions of dollars in property damage every year due to fires. How can you prevent a holiday...
During the winter, bugs and other pests flock to our homes for warmth and food. How can you control these populations in your home? Check for cracks. Cracks between your walls, windows, or doors allow insects, mice, spiders, and others to enter your house uninvited....
With winter comes plenty of possible home disasters. It’s essential that you know how to avoid any severe damage to your house! What might happen and how can I avoid disaster? Fires Because fireplaces are used more often during the colder months than the rest of the...
During the winter, you spend a lot more time indoors. Because of this, it’s important to make sure you’re living in an environment that’s good for your health! How do you know if your living environment is dangerous? How do you ensure no new dangers arise? Signs of an...
Keeping your roof intact can prevent issues from arising in the future. What regular maintenance can you do,and why is it important? How do I maintain it? Huge problems can arise without proper care. How do you keep these problems from happening? Remove debris....
With winter coming, people all over Colorado are starting to winterize their homes. However, people often forget about winterizing their pipes. This can lead to them freezing and ultimately bursting or breaking due to the pressure built up inside. How do you know if...
Asbestos is a dangerous material that was used regularly up until the 1970’s. When it forms, it takes the shape of filament-like crystals. Unknown to people of the past, disturbed asbestos causes the filaments to float around in the air. When we breathe asbestos in,...
The trim on your roof has several different parts, one of which is the fascia. This is the vertical, outermost part of your home’s trim and it often connects to the gutters. Because your roof’s fascia is so often exposed to the sun, many issues arise that require you...
No matter the season, having energy efficient windows can help you and your home in several ways. Without them, there is a lot of wasted energy that you pay for with both cash and a lack of comfort. The Two Main Ways They are Useful Cost: The main thing that energy...
The foundation of your home ties parts of your home together so that it doesn’t unevenly sink or develop major cracks. When issues arise in your foundation, it affects other parts of your home as well. How do you find issues in your home’s foundation? Why Foundation...
Whether damage to your home has taken place naturally over time or due to a something more serious like natural disasters, water damage, or fire damage, there are ways to effectively restore (and NOT restore) your home’s exterior. Restoring the Siding There are...
Bathrooms are one of the most common places for water damage to occur. How does this damage take place and what can you do about fixing it? Sources of Bathroom Water Damage The shower, toilet, bath, and sink are all connected to a plumbing system in your home. This...
When mold contaminates your home, it can cause harm to you, those living with you, and the structure of your home. If you have an unusual increase in allergies, scratchy throat, more coughing, or if you see the mold itself, it is a good idea to test for areas of your...
Your HVAC ducts regulate temperatures and ventilate the air in your home. However, once the filters or fans get dirty, the ducts do as well. This can lead to a variety of issues. Why Clean Your Air Ducts? If any of the following issues arise, you should consider...
Everyone knows how disastrous even the smallest of fires can be. Fires ruin not only everything they touch, but also anything that’s nearby. However, the flames themselves aren’t the only thing that can cause harm to your home. Fire Damage Vs Smoke Damage Damage from...
HVAC systems regulate the air in your home through heating, cooling, and ventilation. However, if your HVAC is not working correctly due to a lack of repair or a dirty system, it can have many negative effects on your home’s indoor air quality. A dirty HVAC system...
Remodeling flooring, refinishing or reinstalling wooden floors can give your home a modern, cozy feel and add to your home’s value. Reasons to Renovate Your Floors Floor renovations may take place for any reason. Fire damage: When restoring fire damage, floors are...
Learn About The Importance of Radon Mitigation What is Radon? Radon is a radioactive gas that is both colorless and odorless and is caused by the decay of uranium. It is found in all soil and even the air we breathe, but these levels are very low under normal...
When oxygen and moisture exist, mold can grow on any organic surface in your home. It’s important to be aware of the hazards and remediation options available concerning mold. The Hazards of Mold The presence of mold can cause many hazards to both your home and your...