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Is Knob and Tube Wiring Really Dangerous?

Is Knob and Tube Wiring Really Dangerous? Juan Jimenez December 7th, 2022 ElectricalHome Buying Guideshome upgrades Knob and tube wiring is an old wiring type found in older homes. Installed…
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aluminum wiring

Aluminum Wiring – Complete Guide

Aluminum Wiring:Complete Guide Juan Jimenez November 14th, 2022 ElectricalHome Buying Guideshome upgrades  What is Aluminum Wiring?Aluminum wiring often refers to the single-strand solid wiring used in homes from the late…
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ice dam

What is an Ice Dam

What is an Ice Dam? Juan Jimenez October 13th, 2022 Home Maintenancehome upgradesinsulation If you have a leak in your house, and your roof surface is covered with snow, there…
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How to Choose Replacement Windows

How to Choose Replacement Windows Choosing replacement windows can be overwhelming. There are so many new windows to choose from. There are double hung, single hung casement windows and sliders.…
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deck material calculators take out the guess work

Decking Material Calculator

Free Decking Material Calculator Juan Jimenez June 9th, 2022 Home Guideshome upgrades This decking material calculator will help you calculate the number of boards, nails, and gallons of stain needed…
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Building a Deck To Code

Building a Deck to Code Decks are an icon of outdoor living for many Americans. Sadly, the CPSC estimates that over 6000 people are injured every year due to failures…
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Should You Replace Cast Iron Pipes?

Should You Replace Cast Iron Pipes? Buying a home that is 45 years or older means there is a good chance that it has cast iron drain pipes.  Although cast…
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How to Install a USB Outlet

How to Install a USB Outlet If your household is anything like mine, your kids are constantly taking, losing, and fighting over the USB wall pieces. There just never seems…
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6 Tax Free Weekend Buys for the Home

From the Home Inspector Perspective The unbearable heat wave of July is over. This morning was actually cool, crisp, and refreshing. All I could think about was fall, the kids…
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