Potential home inspection deal-breakers

Finding asbestos in a home can be a serious deal-breaker. People often ask if a home inspection can kill a real estate deal? The simple answer would be no. An inspection of itself is not the reason deals are called off. However, there are times when the inspector...

Do you need a home inspection for new construction?

Always get an inspection on new construction to avoid costly repairs later. Do you need a home inspection for new construction? This question comes up fairly often. The simple answer is yes. Just because a home is shiny and new doesn’t mean everything is ship-shape....

Don’t wait until buying or selling; Get your home inspected before beginning upkeep or maintenance

Start your next home maintenance project with a professional inspection. Here’s a novel idea: You’re not buying or selling a house, but you need a home inspection? You heard correctly. Now you’re probably wondering why you need an Asheville home inspection if you’re...

Keeping your home safe in extreme winter weather

Extreme winter weather can damage your home. Take some steps to protect it. Winter began officially with the recent solstice, and although the weather is mild at the moment, it probably won’t stay this way. Winter can inflict severe weather conditions, with a risk of...

Our DO NOT DO list for homeowners

Tree trimming or removal and roofing are two jobs most homeowners shouldn’t tackle. Some folks are just natural born “Mr. or Ms. Fixits.” Does this sound like you? Not only do you revel in the afterglow of saving money by doing things yourself, but you also...

Stay safe enjoying the fire on cool autumn nights

Nothing beats warming your bones by the fire on a crisp autumn night.Photo by Stéphane Juban on Unsplash It’s almost the season for cool autumn nights, sitting near a toasty fire and sipping your favorite warm beverage. Whether you have a fireplace, a...