Category Archives: Maintenance

Upgrades: Which makes most sense?

Posted on August 2, 2011 by welmoed

Which is a more cost-effective upgrade: a new furnace or new windows? Would you believe… neither? Calculating the cost savings for replacing either an HVAC unit or windows can be tricky, but it’s worth doing the math to make sure … Continue reading →

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Do you really want to win a war this way?

Posted on June 29, 2011 by welmoed

“Real Estate bidding wars are back in parts of D.C. area” That was the headline in last week’s Real Estate section of the Washington Post. To a Home Inspector, that is a very scary prospect: people engaged in bidding wars … Continue reading →

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A Home Inspection is a Snapshot in Time. Here’s Why.

Posted on March 26, 2011 by welmoed

When you get a Home Inspection, the report you receive is a “Snapshot in Time” — that is, it’s a report on the condition of the house at the precise time the Home Inspector is there. Although a Home Inspector … Continue reading →

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How to Be a Draft Dodger

Posted on October 28, 2010 by welmoed

Part of the Fall Honey-Do list was to chase down drafts. Here’s Bob to tell you how you can spot them.

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Fall Maintenance and Winter Prep: Your “Honey Do” List

Posted on October 26, 2010 by welmoed

The falling temperatures are telling us it’s time to prepare for winter weather. You can take care of all of these chores in a single weekend, then relax knowing you’re ready for the cold! Drain Outside Faucets Turn off the … Continue reading →

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