Brought To You By In-House Inspections! Looking for a new garage door? Whether you need to replace an old, worn-out garage or want to upgrade to something more stylish, you will find a wide array of choices. Garage doors can vary significantly in styles and materials. Keep these things in mind as you shop around. Size First, measure your current garage door to determine which size you will need. Measure the width, height and thickness and take those measurements with you as you Continue Reading ...
Bringing The Indoors Out: 2020 Outdoor Living Trends
From your Friends at In-House Inspections! 2020 outdoor living trends are all about enjoying your backyard alfresco — but with the comfort and ease, you expect from your indoor spaces. Today's outdoor spaces are transforming into an extension of the home. The current outdoor design also takes into account the look and feel of your entire home, including the interior and exterior, building materials and surroundings. Connecting With Nature: Biophilic Design Biophilic design is achieved Continue Reading ...
Hot Bathroom Trends For 2020
Helpful Information from In-House Inspections! Adding or remodeling a bathroom is a popular home improvement project in 2020. Whether it's a simple powder room, a useful three-quarter or a grandmaster bath, it's worthwhile to research the top trends so you can create a space that is functional while also increasing your home's overall value. Sensational Showers When it comes to bathing options, showers are the focus. For instance, four in five homeowners upgrade the shower during a master Continue Reading ...
De-stress By Bringing The Outdoors In
Brought to you by In-House Inspections! This year you might have goals like ramping up your workout routine, increasing your self-care regimen or finding time to de-stress. The EPA reports that we spend 90 percent of our time indoors, but most people feel that spending time in nature has a positive effect on their mental well-being and stress level, according to a recent YouGov study commissioned by Velux. So, if your goal is to de-stress, here are some healthy behaviors and design tips Continue Reading ...
5 Budget-Friendly Home Renovation Ideas this 2020
From your Friends at In-House Inspections! Before anything else, we’d like to say Happy New Year! Give yourself a pat on the back for a job well done for the past 365 days. Now that the year 2020 is here, it's another opportunity to welcome new renovation ideas and perhaps encourage a fresh home environment. One important thing before starting on any home renovation project is to consider having a home inspection performed. Why? Because not all home improvement projects are cosmetic. Continue Reading ...
5 Reasons Why You Need a Home Inspection before Buying a New Home
It’s pretty easy to get overwhelmed with the thought of buying a new home. It’s brand new and everything’s perfect, or so many would think. While you all get swept up in excitement, never forget that a home inspection is, and should be, an important part of this big real estate transaction – home buying. A home inspection is an integral part of the home buying process for two of the best reasons – to save you time and save you money in the long run. What a home inspection can Continue Reading ...
Your Total Guide to Understanding A Home Inspection Report
If being bombarded with costly repairs and unpleasant surprises is not your cup of tea, which is obviously not one’s, then having a good understanding of the home inspection report is a must. What is a home inspection report? This report is a compilation of the current conditions of the home and issues of major systems with the purpose of providing you with an informed knowledge of the property. Remember, a home inspection report is not a list of quotes for fixes or Continue Reading ...
When Should I Get a Home Inspection?
A home inspection is one thing that you can’t and shouldn’t skip. “When does the home inspection usually take place? Is it before or after the purchase agreement is signed? Can I back out if the home inspector discovers a serious problem?” Those are just among the few questions any new homebuyer has. That’s clearly normal because purchasing a home is not a cheap investment and there are many things to consider before doing so. But one thing’s for sure, a home inspection is Continue Reading ...
Benefits of Home Inspection to Buyers and Sellers
A home inspection is not a deal-breaker. It just gives you the correct information you need about the property. When we talk about a real estate transaction, there are many questions that arise from both buyers and sellers. Some do not know what happens after closing while others think a home inspection is the best option. Both are true actually but the latter is one of the wisest decisions any buyer and seller could make. This is also one of the reasons why a Seller’s Inspection Continue Reading ...
