Once you’ve settled into your new home, our Homeowners category equips you with practical advice for maintaining and improving your property. From seasonal maintenance checklists to energy-saving tips, we provide guidance to help you keep your home safe, comfortable, and in excellent condition.
Keeping Cool in Connecticut Summers As the sun gets higher in the sky and temperatures soar in Connecticut, a reliable air conditioning (AC) system becomes essential for keeping your home comfortable. But before the summer heat wave hits, it’s crucial…
As Deck Safety Month encourages homeowners to prioritize the safety of their outdoor spaces, understanding load limits and proper weight distribution is crucial for maintaining a secure deck environment. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Know Your Deck’s Load…
As May, Deck Safety Month arrives, it’s the perfect time to ensure your outdoor oasis is not just inviting but also safe for everyone. While regular inspections and basic maintenance are crucial, some often overlooked areas deserve attention. Here are…
Maintaining a healthy and clean home environment goes beyond dusting and vacuuming; it involves paying attention to the various filters in your home that play a crucial role in the air and water quality within your living space. From HVAC…
What is mold? Mold is a type of fungus which is made up of small organisms that emit tiny spores to reproduce when they find any organic material that is wet. A mold spore may only start off small at…
Mold has become a hot topic of conversations over the years, from homeowners to home buyers. Mold is a type of fungus that can occur in a variety of colors and sizes. A little mold can be everywhere; in the air, on surfaces, on your food,…
Code is a 4-letter wordBuilding code is a set of minimum requirements for building design, construction, and operation to protect public health, safety and the natural resources that sustain us. Structures are built in compliance with laws and regulations established…
Whether your water is supplied by your city or a private well, it is important to be informed about your drinking water quality and to understand how to properly maintain it. The state of CT recommends testing your water yearly,…
Before: How to Prepare If you are a home buyer, the process of finding and purchasing a house can be stressful. You’ve found the perfect home, great location, amazing kitchen, you make an offer and it’s accepted. Now you can…
Congratulations, your new home construction has just finished and you’re ready to move in, right? Well maybe not! Your house might be new, but it still needs an inspection. It is natural to think that a new home means a…
Could your home be at risk for water damage? Soil Grading The slope of the land (grade) around your house controls which direction rainwater flows. Ground that slopes away from the house is best for avoiding excess water nearing the…
Do shows like Fixer Upper and Flip or Flop have you daydreaming of renovating a home? Did you know there are renovation loan options to do just that? A 203k loan allows homebuyers to finance both the purchase of a…