Going away for vacation? Take steps to prevent disaster before it strikes

by | Aug 2, 2023 | Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville home safety while away, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville mold control, Asheville pest inspection, Asheville real estate, Asheville water damage, Home Inspector Asheville, Protection from water damage

When no one’s around to call 911, a fire can gulp down your house for lunch! Vacation time is here! You’re so eager to hit the road that you’re not thinking about misfortunes that could strike your house when you’re gone.  Our purpose is not to spoil your...

Springtime homeowner projects

by | May 5, 2023 | Asheville Do It Yourself, Asheville home improvement, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville home value, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville real estate, Buying a home, Buying a home in Asheville, Home improvement Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Homeowner tasks, Selling your home Asheville

Spring’s arrival heralds a variety of home maintenance tasks.Photo by Roger Starnes Sr on Unsplash “Spring has sprung, the grass is riz I wonder where the flowers is” – Anonymous (for obvious reasons) Many people say spring is their favorite season. Is it yours?...

Add efficiency, safety, and beauty to your driveway or path with low-voltage lighting

by | Apr 5, 2023 | Asheville Do It Yourself, Asheville home improvement, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville home value, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville real estate, Electrical Safety, Home improvement Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville

Eliminate tripping hazards and illuminate paths with low-voltage landscape lights.Photo by YingChu Chen on Unsplash Tired of that dark driveway or that rocky garden path becoming a trip hazard at night? Or are you looking for some elegant accent lights...

Inexpensive kickout flashing protects your home from water damage

by | Mar 8, 2023 | Asheville Do It Yourself, Asheville home improvement, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville new construction, Asheville real estate, Asheville roof inspection, Asheville roof repair, Buying new construction Asheville, Home improvement Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Homeowner tasks, Protection from water damage, Roof inspection Asheville, Roof repair Asheville

Kickout flashings are rarely installed.Photo by American Flashings Ever heard of kickout flashing? We would not be surprised if the term is unfamiliar. It’s time to learn about it. Kickout flashing costs very little, but it may end up saving you thousands of...

10 tips to prepare your home for winter

by | Nov 2, 2022 | Asheville Do It Yourself, Asheville home improvement, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville home value, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville real estate, Buying a home in Asheville, Home improvement Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Homeowner tasks, Prepare your home for winter, Selling your home Asheville

Winter is a beautiful time of year, but it may be hazardous to your home.Photo by Hank Eder Winter in the Western North Carolina mountains has a charm all its own, and a wide range of temperatures throughout the season. Crisp winter days, where the mercury hovers in...

Eight things every homeowner needs to know

by | Aug 26, 2022 | Asheville Do It Yourself, Asheville home improvement, Asheville Home Inspections, Asheville Home Inspector, Asheville homeowner tasks, Asheville real estate, Asheville water damage, Buying a home in Asheville, Electrical Safety, Home improvement Asheville, Home Inspector Asheville, Septic tank maintenance tips

Take pride in home ownership. You’ve earned it. Becoming a homeowner brings a sense of accomplishment and pride. It’s one of life’s “graduations.” Along with this pride must come responsibility, and there are a number of things every homeowner should know. Here...