by HomeGauge | Sep 26, 2019 | Community, Home Buyers, Home Inspections, Homeowners
You planned and prepared to buy a house and finally started building your own home. Since it’s being built from the ground up, you assume everything will be perfect. You and your family will be the first to live in the home and everything is brand new. You may...
by HomeGauge | Jul 26, 2019 | Community, Home Buyers, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners
When a property is under contract, the buyer often orders a home inspection prior to closing. A professional home inspector conducts a complete assessment of the structure and systems, noting any defects in the building or maintenance of the property. The results of...
by HomeGauge | Jan 31, 2019 | Community, Home Buyers, Home Inspections
As you prepare to purchase your next home, you may be searching through online listings and driving through neighborhoods. The next natural step for many people who are serious about purchasing a new home is to hire a real estate agent. However, some people are...
by HomeGauge | Sep 26, 2018 | Community, Home Buyers, Home Inspections, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home
Some people think they’re safe from having a termite infestation because they live in a brick house. But the truth is, termites feed off cellulose found in wood, and there is wood throughout the structure of any home. Your brick home is just as much at risk for a...
by HomeGauge | Aug 24, 2018 | Community, Home Buyers, Home Inspections
Unless you’re wealthy enough to pay cash, buying a home includes obtaining a mortgage. Before lenders will give you one, however, they’ll examine your financial history and ability to pay. If you want to get the best terms such as the lowest interest rate for your...
by HomeGauge | Jun 26, 2018 | Community, Home Buyers, Home Maintenance, Homeowners, Safe & Healthy Home
Don’t Forget to Protect Your Home While On Vacation Your home is at risk of being targeted for theft when you’re out of town. To increase security, there are a few important steps to take when you want to protect your home while on vacation. 1. Install...
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