Saving money on your home power bills is a lot easier than you’d think

Power bills are expensive and don’t look poised to get lower anytime soon.Photo by Will on Unsplash Can’t you just hear that old reminder from Mom or Dad? “Turn out the lights! We don’t work for the electric company.” Did you read that in your mother’s voice?...

Common home problems: Can I fix that myself?

Home ownership is a joy, but there are times when nagging problems arise.Photo by Francesca Tosolini on Unsplash Can I fix that myself? Ah, the joys of home ownership. Sitting on the deck, sipping sweet tea, watching a solitary hawk circling over the distant hills....

Serious home inspection issues could impact closings

In the current hot market, sellers may be less willing to negotiate who pays for fixes Everyone knows that you need to get a thorough, professional home inspection before purchasing a home. Sometimes it’s all smooth sailing, but there are times when inspectors zero in...

Funny, strange, and dangerous things that pop up during home inspections

Maybe a child outgrew Thomas the Train, or maybe he just wanted to heat things up. Either way, this is a strange thing to find in a home’s heating vent. Every job has its quirks, but sometimes there’s nothing quirkier than the life of a home inspector. You...

Your Asheville home’s market value can increase with targeted improvements

A beautiful kitchen adds value to your home.Photo by JOSBRA Design on Unsplash Familiarity breeds… obliviousness. You’ve been living in your home long enough that you don’t really see it objectively. Those old Formica countertops in...

Fire, electrical, and gas safety tips

Most accidents, including fires are preventable with knowledge and common sense.Photo by Daniel Tausis on Unsplash When it comes to injuries and fatalities, most accidents occur in the home. The National Safety Council says home deaths occur every 16 minutes, and one...