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From time to time when doing DIY projects, you’ll find yourself pulling out the old ladder. But before climbing up on it, let’s make sure you’re being safe. Here are the 11 Do’s and Don’ts of ladder safety: 11 Do's & Don'ts of Ladder Safety Inspect the ladder...

Let’s talk about those little slits in your brick wall. They’re called weep holes – and they’re designed to allow moisture to exit the wall cavity. If they’re blocked, then moisture can build up in the wall. This can lead to water damage in the home. So how do weep...

Leaky toilet flappers. If you aren’t paying attention, they can go unnoticed for ages, all the while wasting upwards of a hundred gallons of water per day. Talk about money down the drain! So, how do you check for a leaky flapper? Well, pay attention to signs such as...

According to the National Pest Management Association, termites cause more than five billion dollars in property damage every year! And to make matters worse, these costs are generally not covered by homeowner’s insurance. In other words, termites are bad news for...

As you now know, foundation issues are no bueno! In part one of our Protecting Your Foundation Series, we discussed how the sun can dry up the soil around the perimeter of your home, causing the foundation to shift. Here, in the second part of our Protecting Your...