DIY Plumbing Do’s and Don’ts: Avoid Disasters with Tips from a Pro Plumber

We've all been there - a leaky faucet, a clogged drain, or a running toilet that just won't quit. The temptation to grab a wrench and play plumber for a day can be strong. But before you dive into that DIY plumbing project, it's worth considering what can go wrong. To get some expert insight, we sat down with Master Plumber…

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Building a Home Maintenance Schedule: Tips for Every Season

As licensed home inspectors, we have seen firsthand the importance of regular home maintenance. By staying on top of essential tasks throughout the year, you can prevent costly repairs, maintain your home's value, and ensure a safe and comfortable living environment. In this article, we'll share our tips for building a comprehensive home maintenance schedule that covers every season. Why…

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Podcast: Season 4 Episode 6 – Building a Home Maintenance Schedule: Tips for Every Season

Season 4, EP. 1 - Podcast Transcript: Debunking Common Home Inspection Myths NOTE: This transcript was automatically processed using artificial intelligence and may or may not be 100% accurate. (Transcribed by TurboScribe.ai. Go Unlimited to remove this message.)[Tony]Welcome to the House Fluent Podcast. I'm Tony. And I'm Brian.We like to provide helpful tips and tricks for your home inspection process.[Brian]And to maintain…

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How to Build a Bookshelf

My wife asked me recently if I knew how to build a bookshelf that could hold all the books we had scattered about the house. Sure, I can do that, I replied. Now when I go to build a bookshelf, I build one that is solid, overbuilt and sturdy enough to support the roof. Her version of a bookshelf, well…

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How Do You Get Rid Of Fire Ants?

https://youtu.be/1ecDgxQLmiM How do you get rid of fire ants? That is the question that has been plaguing my wife and I since we moved into our current home over 5 years ago. You see we have kids who are very active! They love to play outside in the dirt and mud and grass. This makes the need to get rid…

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How to Install a Reverse Osmosis Water Filter

https://youtu.be/HNVOO-vLbvQWe recently installed an under sink reverse osmosis water filter system in our kitchen. We chose the APEC 6 stage reverse osmosis system because we wanted the alkaline filter to PH balance the water. The water filter has been great! We have a separate faucet for the filtered water right at the sink and it's so incredibly convenient that we…

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