Recessed lighting is very popular in homes and in new builds, it may be standard or may be an upgrade. This type of lighting is aesthetically pleasing as it sits flush against the ceiling and…
Duane AtkinsonDecember 10, 2020
When we step into our shower, we anticipate a nice and clean smell. The shampoo you use smells nice and the bar of soap has a great scent. However, we don’t realize that the hair…
Duane AtkinsonNovember 18, 2020
Living in the southern half of the U.S., where the weather is warm enough to need the air conditioning on most of the year, we wonder if there is a way to save any money…
Duane AtkinsonNovember 5, 2020
Attics are an important part of our home. They serve as a storage area for many people but also as protection for the lower part of the house from the outdoor elements. Many homeowners don’t…
Duane AtkinsonOctober 27, 2020
Popcorn ceilings were very popular starting in the 1970s because builders felt they helped with the acoustics in the home and also hid imperfections. However, since the mid-2000s, people have felt they make a house…
Duane AtkinsonOctober 18, 2020
Living in the south, air conditioning is essential. Temperatures are at the levels where the air needs to be turned on most months of the year. The air conditioning keeps us cool by removing the…
Duane AtkinsonSeptember 26, 2020
A water leak inside a wall can be hard to find. Plumbing is behind the drywall so we can’t see it and we find out there is a water leak after there are thousands of…
Duane AtkinsonSeptember 12, 2020
Buying a home can be a long and arduous process. But, adding in a home inspection can help ease your mind a little more, depending on the results. In 2019, homes sold reached 5.34 million…
Duane AtkinsonAugust 30, 2020
After countless days viewing homes online and then seeing them in person, you have finally found the home you have been looking for! This is great! After you sign the contract, the next step is…
Duane AtkinsonAugust 23, 2020
If you are a first time home buyer, or if it has been a while since you have purchased a home, you may have questions about the home inspection. What do home inspectors look for?…
Duane AtkinsonAugust 8, 2020