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 | 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 | Jul 18, 2018 | Community, Home Maintenance, Home Safety, Homeowners
Oftentimes, people get so excited for their vacation that they forget to prepare their home. Follow our checklist to prepare your home for vacation to help make your time away and your return stress-free. Tidy Up You will not be at your house for a while, so your...
by HomeGauge | May 21, 2018 | DIY Tips and Tricks, Home Maintenance, Home Safety
The ozone, smog, and numerous other outdoor pollutants usually come to mind when we think about pollution, but many indoor air pollutants cause just as much, if not more, damage to an individual’s quality of life. Mold, dust, pet dander, smoke, radon, and formaldehyde...
by HomeGauge | Sep 28, 2017 | Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Home Safety, Wood Destroying Insects
Termites are voracious pests that devour cellulose, which means they’re a danger to your actual cash, as well as to your bank account. That’s right, termites don’t just eat wood – any of your possessions made of natural materials, including your clothes and even...
