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We always encourage a home inspection as the first line of defense if you’re buying OR selling a home. But you should be aware that not all home inspections are created equal! The American Society of Home Inspectors has its annual list of states with the best home inspection laws. Does your state make the grade? Will an inspection in your area REALLY give you the info you need to make a decision about buying or selling a home? You can do-it-yourself, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Some Home Inpsections Fall ShortAre the home inspectors in your state really qualified? If you live in certain parts of the country, you need to be extra careful about home inspections. A home inpsection is essential to buying OR selling a home, but ONLY of the inspector is qualified and certified to know exactly what to look for. Some but not all states do have some form of inspection regulation. But the laws are not always enforced. And state to state regulations vary quite a bit. So how do you know where regulations in your area fall? Find out! read more Energy Hogging Fridge?Is your fridge eating energy dollars? If your current refrigerator was made before 1993, it uses twice as much energy as a new ENERGY STAR qualified model. Did you move your OLD fridge to the basement or garage to store extra groceries? You might want to check the date on THAT frige too. read more Busting the DustDoes dust collect on your home’s surfaces faster than you can keep up with it? Dust can come from several sources and is hard to get rid of completely. But increased dust could be a sign that it is time to change a dirty furnace or air conditioner filter or vacuum cleaner bag. read more Ask Tom & Leslie“I've lived in my 1928 DC Row/Federal Style home for over 30 years. I would like to add a 2 or 3 story addition to the rear, as well as install Central AC, remodel the Kitchen, create a Master Bedroom, and a few other smaller projects. I am a caregiver for both my mother and father. Both require wheelchair access and I need additional space for my DJ business. My width is limited to 18 feet, but the rear yard is deep (80 feet or so), and I can go up. I need a few good recommendations, sources to check, persons to speak to, etc. I have been on line and I do have a lot of material, but the lists are just too great. I would love to be able to select from 5-10 good Contractors. People who understand what I am trying to do and don't charge crazy prices. With so many choices and no other ways of eliminating them, even the ones which come recommended by the Better Business Bureau or those who belong to specific building organizations, don't narrow themselves down enough for me. I need somebody I can work with! read more Living with EdOn the next Money Pit radio show, we are pleased to welcome actor and conservationist, Ed Begley Jr., star of HGTV’s “Living With Ed”. He is the master of saving energy, and probably one of the most green members of Hollywood. He’s going to share a few ideas to help you go green at YOUR house. That’s this week on The Money Pit. Find out where we broadcast in your area or listen to us online at www.moneypit.com. read more Share This Information With A Friend!Simply forward this Email. And invite friends to register to receive this E-newsletter each week. If you would like to unsubscribe from our weekly newsletter, please refer to the unsubscribe directions at the bottom of this newsletter.
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