Home Improvement
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How sellers can disclose ‘no building permits’Nov 09, 2026 1:35 pm - It’s tricky business when it comes to disclosures and improvements done without proper permits. Choose the wrong wording and you could end up facing liability.
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People are paying thousands for a home upgrade that’s often unnecessary
Nov 09, 2026 1:04 pm - Outdated industry practices and in some places outdated electrical codes are regularly resulting in the recommendation that people need to upgrade their electrical panels if they want to add appliances such as induction stoves, heat pumps and electric-vehicle chargers.
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Asbestos fears surface after bathroom remodelNov 02, 2026 6:15 am - Excitement over a bathroom remodel dampened after homeowners learned their neighborhood originally had drywall containing asbestos. Here’s what you should know about exposure risks.
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Home inspector’s liability often limited to refundOct 23, 2026 12:31 pm - Liability for a home inspector’s negligence is often limited to a refund of the inspection fee. Enforcement varies by state.
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Maintain fireplace chimney for efficiency, safetyOct 21, 2026 6:20 pm - A professional cleaning and inspection of your chimney will help prevent a potential chimney fire.
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Landlord hides mold with paintOct 20, 2026 11:23 am - Like a bad penny, the mold keeps coming back, causing renter to reconsider the “option to buy.”
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Converting gas fireplace to woodOct 09, 2026 5:41 pm - Converting a gas log fireplace to burn wood instead requires careful inspection of the fireplace by a qualified professional.
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No one disclosed drain problemsOct 05, 2026 2:58 pm - Holding sellers responsible for undisclosed sewer drain congested with tree roots may prove difficult.
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Property manager blamed for dry rot damageSep 28, 2026 12:42 pm - Property owner didn’t share results of inspections yet is trying to hold the property manager responsible for dry rot damage repairs.
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Home inspector disclaims faulty furnaceSep 21, 2026 5:23 pm - Just how far should a home inspector go when it comes to evaluating a furnace?
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