Articles filed under Home Improvement
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Home inspector overlooked polybutylene pipeJul 22, 2025 1:17 pm - A home inspector missed a dangerous plumbing issue that could cost homeowners thousands. Are inspectors liable?
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Why homeowners are suddenly rushing to install rooftop solarJul 15, 2025 1:29 pm - A new law slashes solar tax credits. Analysts predict a 40-50% drop in installations, cratering solar companies and jobs.
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The wood around our French doors is rotting. How do we fix it?Jul 15, 2025 12:39 pm - The wood around our French doors is rotting. How do we fix it?
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Builder refuses to repair faulty doorsJul 15, 2025 10:49 am - Home inspector Barry Stone offers advice to a homeowner whose builder refuses to repair a set of poorly fitted French doors.
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Electrical nightmare comes after close of escrowJul 11, 2025 6:31 am - New homeowners discover electrical problems after moving in, after being told the house would be rewired.
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Birds keep pooping on my patio. What’s the best way to clean it?Jul 11, 2025 6:24 am - A reader who enjoys birdwatching in her backyard wants to know the best way to remove bird poop from her patio.
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A guide to quieter, more efficient central air conditionersJul 06, 2025 9:03 am - Replacing an old air conditioning unit with a newer, more efficient model will make you more comfortable and save on cooling costs as well.
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Do I really need to seal my driveway?Jun 26, 2025 6:50 am - There is considerable debate about whether it’s truly necessary to seal asphalt or concrete driveways, but there is also general agreement about the benefits of doing it.
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Home inspector didn’t inspect furnaceJun 26, 2025 6:48 am - A home inspector missed critical furnace issues. What else did they overlook that could cost you thousands?
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Homebuyer cracking up over builder’s warrantyJun 21, 2025 7:26 am - Homebuyer discovers concrete defects after warranty expires. Builder attempts cheap repair that fails. Homeowner should seek legal advice to get builder to properly fix or replace concrete.