Windy Winter Seattle area winters are known to be rainy and can be very windy. Along with the wind comes power outages that turn already dark days even darker and colder. Many homeowners have discovered the magic of the gas-powered generator. Ranging from small ones able to run a few lights to “whole-house” generators that […]
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Do you have a mystery switch in your house? A dead outlet or flickering lights? Don’t overlook symptoms of an ailing electrical system. Like all systems in the home, electrical devices and wiring can get old and cause problems or even become dangerous. Many homes have been remodeled by amateurs, handymen or the homeowner and […]
If you own a garage door you are probably fully aware they aren’t maintenance free. From squeaks and rattles to jamming and outright failure the garage door system contains many moving parts that need regular attention. They can even become dangerous. We recently found ourselves in “failure mode” … car almost stuck inside the garage! […]
Fall not ! This last week we got a good preview of the impending Fall season prompting many of us to venture onto the roof to clear debris and gutters. Projects like this are common for the Do-it-Yourself home owner. They can also be disastrous. Last December my husband fell from a ladder while cleaning […]
Summer is coming and most of us are planning a much needed vacation. Don’t let all those fun memories disappear by returning to a home that has been burglarized while you were away. There are many simple and inexpensive things to do to reduce the odds you will be victimized. Research reveals that if it […]
Did you know that water tanks can loose their effectiveness over time? And did you know that you should drain your tank each year? Most people never give their water heater a second thought — until it stops working or starts leaking. One thing you can do to extend the life of your water heater […]
A recent news story about carbon monoxide poisoning has raised concern for my friends, family and clients. Some of the most dangerous situations are often the most simple and inexpensive items to address. I’ve attached a quick checklist to help identify and fix some of the most obvious items we all tend to overlook. The […]
