Articles filed under Home Improvement
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Opinions clash on water heater relief valveFeb 04, 2025 12:41 am - When a water heater overheats, it could explode if not for the relief valve. At issue for this homeowner is where the overflow pipe delivers that excess steaming hot water, outside the building or to the garage floor.
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Home inspector missed cracked furnaceJan 29, 2025 6:15 am - A new homebuyer discovers the furnace had a cracked heat exchanger, allowing carbon monoxide into the home. The home inspection months earlier didn’t uncover this defect. Who is liable?
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Selling a home with a bad foundationJan 22, 2025 1:15 pm - A seller with suspected foundation problems wonders whether to try to fix it or leave it for the buyers. A seasoned home inspector offers advice.
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A homeowner wonders why his air now seems stale after he made it airtight with caulking and weather stripping. What crucial step did he miss?Jan 16, 2025 1:07 am - Q: I have caulked and weatherstripped to make my house more airtight, but the air seems stale. What are some efficient methods to bring in more fresh outdoor air? A: Maki...
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Buyer was ignored during home inspectionJan 15, 2025 6:20 pm - A buyer was basically shut out of the home inspection process and now is facing several problems. Who’s at fault here?
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Will adding solar film to my windows help with temperature control?Jan 07, 2025 8:31 pm - Solar film applied to your windows can help you block out the heat of the summer, or retain heat in the winter. The key is knowing what film to use and how and where to install it.
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Asbestos insulation not disclosed to buyersJan 06, 2025 10:09 pm - New owners are dismayed to discover asbestos insulation on the air ducts. They’re worried about their health and want to know if the home inspector or sellers are liable for nondisclosure.
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Are home inspectors picking your pockets?Dec 30, 2024 6:29 pm - Can buyers and sellers just do their own home inspections and save the extra costs of the inspection, one reader asks. Find out the pitfalls they might fall into.
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What to know about kitchen cabinet renovationDec 27, 2024 4:15 am - Homeowners who want to give their kitchens a new look and feel without doing a full renovation can consider kitchen cabinet projects. An understanding of kitchen cabinet projects can help homeowners decide if this undertaking is for them.
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Optimize your organization: Tips to eliminate the clutter and cut down your stressDec 24, 2024 9:35 pm - If clutter has you down, consider these strategies to organize your interior spaces and start the new year with a new outlook.