Posts from: Home Safety

An often overlooked, but crucial aspect of home maintenance is the regular cleaning and inspection of chimneys and vents associated with fireplaces, wood stoves, and heating systems.

Why is Sweeping Important?

Before the 1980s, asbestos was extremely prevalent in the construction industry, and now, countless older buildings still contain the lethal substance. Unfortunately, it’s usually challenging to know just how much was used and where.

Security systems have become more accessible and more reasonably priced over the years so more people have installed them. Knowing that the home has been protected and a plan established if the system is breached gives homeowners comfort and reassurance, but will these home…

If selling a home before was intimidating, imagine selling duirng a pandemic! Now more than ever, if you need to sell, you want it to happen quickly and safely with the minimum of people coming through your home. Get your home 'in shape' with these tips. 

As I’m writing this, Massachusetts is in Day 3 of Self-Quarantine. COVID-19 is everywhere in the news and the state has virtually run out of toilet paper and pasta. These are crazy times but what does it mean to you if you want – or need – to sell your home? It can be…

Frigid winter days are just around the corner. Preventing pipes from freezing in the first place is the ideal. Start by identifying pipes that are most at risk. If possible, insulate the pipes before cold weather comes. How can you tell if pipes are frozen? The easiest way…

With winter on the way, now is a great time to look over your property and prepare for potential liabilities from severe weather. Don’t make the mistake of assuming your insurance will cover damage from storms, wind, snow and freezing temperatures. Depending on your…

Saving money is a good impulse but sometimes it pays to curb your enthusiasm. Certain household repair projects can be dangerous if you’re not sure what you’re doing. YouTube can provide a lot of great information, but there are times when DIY projects can be more…

You’ve worked hard to buy your favorite possessions but most thieves aren’t quite so ambitious. If you make it hard for them to break in, they may just move on to another home. Keep these points in mind to deter thieves.

As nights grow colder, little field mice or house mice who may be cute when you see them in your yard can turn up in your kitchen. What's a homeowner to do? Here's a comprehensive list of my vast experience with the little varmints.

Most homeowners have a regular list of seasonal chores that require tending, but there are a few that can slip through the cracks. When following proper home maintenance at the close of summer, these extra tips save you money in the long run. Follow these guidelines to…

Are you planning to go away this winter? We’ve put together a list of some things you can do before you go away to ensure that you don’t come home to an unpleasant surprise.