Spring is upon us; warmer temps, blossoming landscapes… and stink bugs! Scientists are predicting the shield-shaped invaders will again plague DC, MD, and VA in 2011. So how do we protect our homes from these smelly nuisances? Unfortunately, at present time there is...
September is “Holiday Prep Month!” Did you think spring cleaning was only a once-a-year event? With three major holidays approaching in just under three months, September is the logical month to ensure that your home is prepared for the onslaught of visitors, cold...
August is a transitional month. Summer is winding down, and preparations have begun for the school year. Now is a great time to examine your home and take steps to get ready for colder weather. Outside Check the exterior of your home for problems that should be...
The use of lead-based paint in a home application was banned in the U.S. in 1978. Prior to this, a lead was commonly added to paint as it increased the durability of the paint, shortened drying time, and helped the paint resist moisture and corrosion. As of April...
Heavy snow can really test your home’s performance. Mysterious leaks appear at windows and doors, gutters fall down, heating systems underperform… these are just a few of the problems that homeowners encounter after a major winter storm. And none of them need to...
1 in 8 children in America suffers from asthma! One of the primary contributors is mold, and I come across severe mold problems in many of the homes I visit. Sadly, the worst cases tend to be found in homes that were built or remodeled recently — in the last 30...
