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Damp Basement Issues

If you are a homeowner with a basement, you will know the problems that can arise if the basement is damp. The very nature of a basement with its below-grade position makes it more likely to experience these kinds of issues. While it’s true that some of the causes are...

Window Bars…An Advantage Or A Hazard?

Window bars have started to become a more common sight in some areas and for many homeowners, they give them added peace of mind. This is because they are designed to prevent intruders from entering a home. But, while window bars are intended to provide a level of...

Allergenic Plants

What are allergenic plants? You might think – how dangerous can a plant be? Well knowing the three top notorious allergenic plants can give you the knowledge needed in order to stay away from them. The top three allergenic plants widely known include poison ivy, oak,...

Do You Need A Safe Room?

Have you ever considered installing a safe room in your home? Some get inspired to do this by watching disaster movies or seeing news about home invasions. It might seem like a bit paranoid, but the reality of the world we live in is that both crime rates and natural...

Nicotine…A Troublesome Odor In Your New Home

Are you getting ready to move into a home where the previous owner was a smoker? The lingering odor and sticky brown residue that nicotine tends to leave behind can be very challenging to get rid of and you may well be wondering how you can do it. The reality is that...