Construction Details that Fail
On my recent warm getaway to Florida’s Amelia Island, I noticed some exterior elements that had not been well detailed on the house where we stayed. As you[...]
Avoiding “Remuddles” Will Preserve Your Home’s Value
I recently surveyed this home in a nice leafy area of the city, very close to Jenkintown. Like many homes in Philadelphia, you can see this house has[...]
Alarming Electrical Hazards Hidden in DIY Home Renos
We are working on a "new" home built in the 1960's. Its a 2 story ranch in decent shape for its age. The homeowners who just bought the house, asked[...]
Unsafe Decks: Things to Look For
I looked at a home for sale yesterday. The door to the deck off the kitchen was marked with a “Do Not Enter” sign, and “DANGER” was written large on[...]
Bad Renovations – A House Tour
Many folks have caught the “house as investment” bug. They might be homeowners, flippers, or investors. Some folks make money at it; many do not. Many readers may not know[...]
Do it Yourself Disasters! Creepy Nail in Hand X-Ray!
Homeowner injuries from DIY accidents are up 50%. Most end up paying someone else to complete the project or correct their mistakes. Please call a professional, folks!
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