by HomeGauge | Apr 18, 2019 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners
The water coming into your home may not be as clean as you think. Municipal water sometimes contains bacteria, minerals, heavy metals, and chemicals. Removing these contaminants is important for keeping your tap water clean and healthy. Let’s look at a few...
by HomeGauge | Mar 19, 2019 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Home Safety, Homeowners, Wood Destroying Insects
Termites Aren’t the Only Common Wood-Destroying Insects Most homeowners are aware their homes are susceptible to damage from termites, but there are other common wood-destroying insects that can also damage houses. Wood-destroying insects, also referred to as...
by HomeGauge | Feb 19, 2019 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Home Safety, Homeowners, Mold and Fungi, Water damage
Scientific research has determined that mold causes illness in otherwise healthy children and adults and can worsen conditions like asthma. Mold thrives in damp environments like the bathroom, laundry room, and basement. Be aware of these signs of mold in the home so...
by HomeGauge | Jan 17, 2019 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners
Home inspections are typically conducted on behalf of home buyers who have placed an offer. However, getting a home inspection as a seller brings you several advantages by making the selling process faster and easier. If you’re selling your home, it’s a...
by HomeGauge | Nov 19, 2018 | Community, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Home Safety, Homeowners, Seasonal
While most of us love a warm and cozy fire during the colder months, it’s important to prepare your fireplace for use to keep your family safe. A fireplace that isn’t properly maintained or cleaned can cause issues like smoke in your home or a chimney fire. Take...
by HomeGauge | Oct 19, 2018 | Community, DIY Tips and Tricks, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Plumbing maintenance
Your home’s plumbing provides water for your household so it’s essential to keep the pipes healthy and operating well to avoid plumbing mishaps. Many things can threaten the integrity of your pipes and cause them to leak. To prevent household plumbing leaks, use...
