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Damn Ice Dams !!

Ice dams on the roof can cause issues like roof leaks, mold, and it can also drain your bank account. But, stopping ice dams reallyis simple.  Just keep the entire roof the same temperature as the eaves. See, I told you it was simple. OK, ok you do that by increasing ventilation, adding insulation, and… Continue Reading

Not All Home Inspections Are Equal

A home inspection is a crucial component of making a smart home-buying decision. According to Kevin Michaels, Owner/Inspector for Hudson Valley Property Inspections in Saugerties, NY, not all home inspections are equal. Michaels, who has experience in home inspections, real estate sales and marketing, believes Hudson Valley property Inspections are one of the most detailed… Continue Reading

Radon Awareness Month

  Only a handful of days remain in January, but the month still demands the awareness and attention of a deadly killer.  Each year thousands of people die from radon inducing lung cancer.  More people die from lung cancer caused by radon than secondhand smoke, drunk driving, falls in the home, drowning or fires in… Continue Reading

Housing Market In Hudson Valley Recovers After Sandy

  The weeks following Hurricane Sandy have been tough for many people, but others have rebounded and gotten back to their normal daily routines.  Yesterday, the Westchester and Rockland Newsday wrote an article highlighting some of the revival efforts and noted the housing market has not been completely affected by the super storm that hit… Continue Reading

Building Steps And Stairs

  A lot of people want to rebuild steps on their front porch, entry way or deck.  Redoing the stairs in your home is another popular way to renovate the home and add some value to the property.  Building stairs and steps can be tricky.  Each city and area has their own code and regulation… Continue Reading

Common Home Inspection Mistakes

You’ve decided to get the home inspection done.  The inspector came over did a full report, evaluated the home, and gave you all the proper information and suggestions you need.  Now what?  Far too often homeowners make the same common mistakes when getting a home inspection done.  Here are a couple of the same ones… Continue Reading

Mold Testing and Removal

There is a huge importance placed on getting mold testing done in your house.  Especially if it’s an older house.  Exposure to mold can cause a lot of issues with the structural integrity of your house, the resale value, and more importantly, the effect on your health.  Here’s a quick look of how exposure to… Continue Reading

Choose the Right Inspector

Welcome to my new blog! I set this up to keep clients informed on what I’m up to and any special news regarding my company and the industry I’m a part of. Communication with clients and perspective home owners is vital to this company’s success. I hope you enjoy this blog as much as I… Continue Reading

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