Plumbing Terms Here are some typical terms you may hear when dealing with your plumbing. It always helps to better understand your home! Plumbing may be defined as the practice, materials and fixtures used in the installation, maintenance and alteration… Read More »Don’t be afraid of your Plumbing.
Original Story Link and Video Here / Pat Foran Consumer Alert Videojournalist, CTV News Toronto TORONTO — An Ontario family who purchased their dream home said their experience has become a nightmare because of what they learned after waiving a… Read More »Dream home becomes nightmare for Ontario family who passed on home inspection
Indoor air quality is generally worse than most people believe, but there are things you can do about it. Here is how, if you are in the Pickering, Ajax, Scarborough, or GTA, Westshore inspections can help. Some Quick Facts: Indoor… Read More »Home Air Quality – A Helpful Guide
Are you thinking of buying a home in the Pickering, Ajax or Scarborough areas? Here are some things to consider when making your decision. Mistake #1: Thinking you can’t afford it. Many people who thought that buying the home they… Read More »Three Mistakes Every Home Buyer Should Avoid
We moved to Pickering shortly after our son was born. I was not prepared for the amount of trouble he woud get into. Luckily my wifes’ nesting instinct was in full force. Short of bubble wrapping the house, it was… Read More »Child-Proofing Your Home: 12 Safety Devices to Protect Your Children
Over the years, home inspection tools have been developed to make inspectors more effective and add more value to customers. Moisture meters, AFCI/GFCI testers, CO analyzers, PPE, and many more have all helped shorten the amount of time it takes… Read More »Infrared Thermography Overview for Home Owners
Buying a home? It’s probably the most expensive purchase you’ll ever make. This is no time to shop for a cheap inspection. The cost of a home inspection is very small relative to the value of the home being inspected.… Read More »Choosing the Right Home Inspector
A building’s central air-conditioning system must be periodically inspected and maintained in order to function properly. While an annual inspection performed by a trained professional is recommended, homeowners can do a lot of the work themselves by following the tips… Read More »Central Air-Conditioning System Inspection
Electricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems will function almost indefinitely, if properly installed and not overloaded or physically abused. Electrical fires in our homes claim the lives… Read More »Electrical Safety
Why make your home more energy efficient? Here are a few good reasons: Federal, state, utility and local jurisdictions’ financial incentives, such as tax breaks, are very advantageous for homeowners in most parts of the U.S. and Canada It saves money.… Read More »10 Easy Ways to Save Money & Energy in Your Home