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Every time you pass the attic entrance point, you’re reminded of its presence. You were so excited about the extra space when you bought your home but after all these months, it still sits empty, abandoned, waiting to be used. Or maybe it is being used, but just as a catchall dump for the things you don’t know what to do with.  Either way, it’s time to get your attic under control and make the most of the valuable space.…

Every homeowner knows that energy costs are a major expense each month. If you live in a cold climate, your heating costs are high, and if you live where it’s perpetually warm, you’re spending a small fortune on air conditioning. But this isn’t just “the way it is.” You can get your energy costs under control by upgrading your home’s insulation. The effectiveness of insulation is measured as the “R-value,” which is why this term is so important when adjusting…

When you’re ready to make an offer on a new home, the attic space is probably one of the last things on your mind. The same is true once you’ve moved in. A lot of people ignore their attics until there’s a reason to go up there—usually, at that point, it’s because something’s wrong. By then, an issue that may have been an easy fix has escalated into a much bigger, more expensive problem. Regularly performing an attic inspection can…

Imagine this: dollar bills are floating out of the top of your house as you read this. That’s basically what’s happening if you live in a home with an uninsulated attic space. You might as well flush a twenty down the toilet every time you use your heating or cooling system. If you’re tired of losing money, all it takes is a layer of proper attic insulation. Just like that, your energy bills will be lower, and your everyday temperatures…

As a successful real estate agent, you do more than find homes for your clients. You provide insight into the intricacies of the housing market, a reliable voice of reason when it comes to cost and budget, and a helping hand when it’s time to ensure a house is primed for selling.  As such, you must equip yourself with the right information to keep your clients ready for everything, from head to toe (or from roof to basement). That’s why…

While there’s a lot to love about watching the seasons change, a change in temperature inevitably affects the temperature within the household. Luckily, homeowners can equip their homes with radiant barrier insulation to mitigate the effects of extreme temperatures, while saving a bit of money, too.  A radiant barrier is a type of insulation that is typically installed in a home’s attic space. The barrier consists of aluminum foil that’s highly reflective to act as a barrier to extremely high…

Insulating your attic can lower your energy bills and keep you comfortable year-round. But for many homeowners, tackling the issues with attic insulation can be a daunting task full of unknowns. Factors involved in ensuring proper insulation include product choice, installation methods, and hazard prevention.  Without expert help, it’s easy to make potentially dangerous or costly mistakes on existing insulation. These five attic insulation installation tips will help you to better understand the installation process, make smart choices for your…

It might start with the soft sound of little feet. Maybe you hear scurrying overhead one night or see teeth marks on the edges of the furniture you have stored in your attic space. Pretty soon, all the signs point to the same conclusion—you have a rat infestation in your attic. With the wide array of traps, poisons, and other rodent-removal tools on the market, it can be difficult to know how to start tackling the problem. Should you try…

When homes are built, the type of foundation can make a big difference. While many homes are built with a basement or on concrete slabs, crawl spaces are common for homes built on a slope, or where there’s a risk of flooding. Crawl spaces are increasingly common on new constructions throughout the US. In fact, nearly 20% of new homes are built using a crawl space.  Your home’s crawl space creates a barrier between the ground and the floor of…

If you’re like most homeowners, you’re not spending much time under your house inspecting the underside of your home. However, issues in your crawl space can impact your monthly utility bills, reduce your indoor air quality, and prevent your home from maintaining a cozy temperature.  There are many issues that can develop in your crawl space. Ideally, you should perform a visual inspection of your crawl space twice a year, and contact a professional if you find any issues. There…