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Pool Inspection
If you are buying a house that includes a swimming pool, plan to have the pool inspected separately by a pool specialist, not ... |
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Pool Prep
When reopening your pool for a new season, make sure your pump and filter are working properly before adding chemicals to the ... |
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Radon and Renovations
If you are planning any major renovations, such as converting an unfinished basement area into living space, it is especially ... |
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Radon Basics
Radon causes an estimated 14,000 lung cancer deaths each year. It is the earth's only naturally produced radioactive gas and ... |
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Radon Test Device Placement
Radon testing device(s) should be placed in the lowest level of the home suitable for occupancy. This means testing in the ... |
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Radon Testing Checklist
Regardless of the type or radon test you choose, there are a few steps you need follow to ensure an accurate reading in your home. |
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Radon Testing Time
Whether you test for radon yourself or hire a state-certified tester or a privately certified tester, all radon tests should ... |
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Reading Appliance Labels
You can learn a lot about appliances by reading and understanding the labels. |
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Reducing Radon in Your Drinking Water
If you are concerned about radon and you have a private well, consider testing for radon in both air and water. By testing for ... |
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Roof Inspection
You should inspect your roof at least once a year. Nothing beats getting up close, but a good pair of binoculars can give you ... |
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Sealing Air and Moisture Leaks
Air leaks between your home's interior and the outdoors can be a constant drain of energy and money. The air leakage in a ... |
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Site Preparation
Proper site preparation is essential for construction. Each step follows a natural progression through investigation, approval ... |
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Spotting Termites
Termites and other pest can cause expensive damage. Here's what to look for: sawdust-like accumulations of frass indicate the ... |
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Spring Chimney Cleaning
Springtime is the right time to get your chimneys checked! Sweeps are generally less frantic in the spring (vs. the crazy fall ... |
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Spring Screens
Spring is the perfect time to inspect door and window screens for tears. You can often repair small tears using a kit from ... |
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Spring Shingles
Since roofing shingles are brittle in winter, they may break if you handle or walk on them. This makes spring a good time to ... |
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Spring Sweep
Now that the heating season is over, have a chimney sweep clean any fireplaces and flues. |
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Stove Pipe Fasteners
Black stove pipe (and furnace pipe, for that matter) should be securely fastened together at each joint with no less than ... |
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Termites: Identification, Prevention and Control
Termites are the most destructive wood-destroying pest in the nation and successful management requires many special skills, ... |
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Testing Appliance Fuses
By design, the first thing to go in an appliance is the fuse so it should be the first thing you check. |
