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Again, What’s the Big Deal about Radon?

Posted on May 1, 2012 by welmoed

Note: This article was first posted in October 2010, but bears repeating, and includes some new information! You’ve probably heard something about radon, where it comes from, and that it is supposed to cause lung cancer, but what about it? … Continue reading →

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Now THAT’S a stiff drink!

Posted on March 28, 2012 by welmoed

On Tuesday, March 27, Bob and I attended a vendor show presented by the local chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). We like to attend these shows as it gives us a chance to talk with … Continue reading →

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The Seven D’s of Preparing Your Home for Sale

Posted on March 19, 2012 by welmoed

Spring is usually the time people choose to put their homes on the market. If our phones are any indication, this year’s market is heating up early! If your plans include selling your home, we would like to suggest you … Continue reading →

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There’s a WHAT in my house?!?

Posted on January 27, 2012 by welmoed

You may not realize it, but just about every part in your home has a name. Sometimes, a very odd name! Just for fun, here’s a list of some of the more unusual ones, along with where you can find … Continue reading →

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Just call him “Mr. Director”!

Posted on January 10, 2012 by welmoed

We just got back from the annual ASHI educational conference, InspectionWorld, held this year in Phoenix, AZ. It was an intensive week of classes and meetings (which we’ll be writing about in the near future), and culminated in the installation … Continue reading →

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