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Infrared Cameras: Benefits and Limitations

This article is for the laymen and women, so I am not going to go full geek mode on the science behind this tool as it is complicated, but if you understand how pixels work on a normal camera you should be able to understand the basics of a infrared camera. 

February 6, 2020
Taking Care of Your Home

Common Toilet Issues to Ensure Smooth Operation

All joking aside, your toilet is an important piece of equipment in any home.  If you have ever had a broken one, I am sure you can relate to the major inconvenience of not having the toilet for use. 

January 31, 2020
Real Estate

How to Sell your Home for $$$$ this Spring

The Spring Market is around the corner! Preparing your home to make top dollar has to start NOW!

January 27, 2020
Home Inspection

What You Should Know About Building Codes

We get this question a lot and the answer might surprise you. Does a home inspection take into account local code? No, a home inspection is not a code inspection, but that is not a bad thing.

January 23, 2020
Home Inspection, Resources

Radon Levels in Illinois

Similar to every other state in America, Illinois has radon levels. It is very common for homes to either have radon levels detected during a home inspection, or to already have a mitigation system in place. 

That being said, just how high are radon levels in Illinois, and is this something that you should be worried about? 

January 15, 2020
Appliances, Taking Care of Your Home

What is a Dishwasher High Loop and Why do you Need One?

One of the most common defects found during a home inspection is a missing high loop on dishwasher drain line.  Luckily, this issue is easy to fix most of the time (we will get into that later). But first, what is a high loop and why should your dishwasher have one?  

January 8, 2020
Taking Care of Your Home

How to do DIY Projects Safely, Properly and Efficiently

Whether you are just beginning your DIY journey or are an experienced craftsman, I believe the steps laid out in this post can help you complete you work more efficiently. 

January 1, 2020
HVAC, Taking Care of Your Home

Furnace Not Starting? Here Are Some Simple Reasons Why!

When it comes to Murphy’s Law, your old furnace not igniting in the dead of winter is no exception.

December 17, 2019
Taking Care of Your Home

How to Prepare your Home for Being Away on Winter Vacation

If you are planning on going on vacation for the holidays, you’ll want to make sure that your home is protected while you’re away, so that when you come back it is just how you left it.

December 11, 2019
Electrical

A Down to Earth Guide to GFCI’s

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (better know as GFCI outlets) are commonplace in most homes and buildings nowadays, but what is their purpose and how do they work? 

December 3, 2019
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