Sump pumps automatically turn on and pump water out of basements during flooding. Preventing basement flooding reduces the risk of mold in your house. Let’s face it, sometimes, even well-crafted basements leak during heavy rains. In the last 25 years, we’ve seen a drastic decline in emergency calls requesting help pumping out flooded basements. This […]
Do You Know The Common Signs Of Foundation Damage?
Do you know the signs of a potential problem with a home’s foundation? First, any cracks in the floor or foundation should be examined. Look for fissures in walls. Also, check for broken chimneys. These are all signs that you might consider hiring a foundation expert to come check out the structure. Of course, after […]
Add A Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier, A Small Luxury Home Buyers Love
For a relatively inexpensive kitchen upgrade home buyers love, install a reverse osmosis water purification system. RO systems are a small luxury that home buyers love. For between $130-$500, installing an below-the-sink RO water filter can really impress home buyers. While testing for water safety is a given, home buyers know that the minimum standards […]
Improve Curb Appeal With Low-Maintenance, Native Plants
One of the easiest ways to increase curb appeal is by installing low-maintenance, native plants to your landscape. Plants native to this part of Indiana make sense while selling a home, because you are already so busy. Native plants require less attention. See, they are more tolerant to temperature and precipitation changes in this region. […]
How To Easily Test For A Leaky Toilet Tank
Do you think that your toilet tank might be leaking water into the bowl in between flushes? Does it seem like it may be running too long after each flush? Look, if your toilet tank is leaking in between flushes, you should not delay. This can cause your water bill to increase significantly! Even if […]
Don’t Skip the Carpet Padding When Re-Carpeting to Sell
If you are going to re-carpet your home to help it sell faster, that’s awesome! It really does help sell a house, even if the new buyers are just going to choose a new carpet a year down the road. When people see new carpet, everything feels cleaner. As realtors, we point out new carpet […]
What’s the Difference Between Drywall and Sheetrock?
Drywall is made of gypsum plaster sandwiched between thick paper. Sheetrock is too. It’s just a brand of drywall. Only U.S. Gypsum Company is allowed to market drywall as Sheetrock. There are other companies that make drywall though. Titan Commercial Products, Allied Manufacturing, and National Gypsum Company all make drywall too. Sheetrock is so […]
How To Appeal Your VA Home Appraisal If It Comes In Too Low
When you apply for a VA backed loan, you will get a VA home appraisal. What if the appraisal comes in too low? Well, you can appeal the home appraisal if you think it’s not accurate and if it falls below the purchase price on your offer. See, any loan backed by the Department of […]
Selling A House? Yes, You Should Declutter Your Closets
If you’re selling your house, a simple, inexpensive way to improve your home is by decluttering your closets. When people come to see your house, they are going to look in your closets. If your closets are full of clutter, it’s hard for home buyers to imagine how much space they offer. People will […]
Choosing A Sealer For Your Brick Hearth
If you’re preparing to sell your home and have a brick hearth, it might be a good time to consider sealing it. Many homeowners never think of sealing their hearths. Still, it’s a good idea. A freshly sealed hearth can make sure it stays clean from the time you put your house on the market […]
