by acoggan | Jun 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Water heaters, on average, have a lifespan of about 10 years, depending of course on how much they are used and how they have been maintained, etc. Knowing the age of a water heater is important when deciding how much money to spend on repairs and maintenance as it...
by acoggan | May 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
A well-functioning water heater is an essential part of any home and something we give extra attention to during our home inspections. As is the case with any appliance, water heaters do not last forever. So, how long can you expect a water heater to last, and are...
by acoggan | Apr 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
In our last blog, we talked about biological pollutants and their presence in a home. This month we are going to continue the theme by considering whether these pollutants could be affecting the health of you or your household. It should be noted first that you...
by acoggan | Mar 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
When it comes to our health and wellbeing, the quality of the air we breathe plays a major role. Most of us are aware of pollution levels in our outside air, but how much thought is given to our indoor air quality? Did you know that indoor air quality is often worse...
by acoggan | Feb 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
While an excess of humidity can create a whole host of issues in a home, indoor air that is too dry can also present a problem. You may experience skin irritation and static shock, and in cases of excessively dry air, this can affect the home with problems like...
by acoggan | Jan 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
January is often a time when many people start making their plans for the year. What about your home? Do you have some projects you’d like to get done? When it comes to the home, i’m sure you will agree that maintenance is vital but, did you know that you can have an...
by acoggan | Dec 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Your home should be a comfortable and beautiful place to live in. To achieve this, many homeowners decide that a renovation is necessary, which is certainly worth the money and effort if you will be living in the home for a long time. However, if you are thinking...
by acoggan | Nov 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
If you have any experience with property development, you will know why a thorough read of it is essential. But, for those of you who are looking to have a home built on a property development, here is a guide to the type of information you will find in the property...
by acoggan | Oct 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
Instead of the traditional type of toilet which uses gravity to flush it, many homeowners nowadays are opting for pressure-assisted toilets, especially when constructing a new home. So, how does a pressure-assist toilet work, and are they a good option? A...
by acoggan | Sep 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
It is very hard to escape the presence of dust mites in the home and while they are generally regarded as harmless, for some people, they can cause allergic reactions that lead to misery. So, how can dust mite numbers be controlled in a home? Although you may want to...