Craving a more beautiful bathroom? Resolve to make this the year that you finally create the bathroom of your dreams by Chicago Home Inspection Simple Bathroom Installations. Fortunately, you don’t need a major remodel. Consider these ideas for simple changes with big impact. With a little planning and effort, you’ll add to your home’s value…
For many, the holiday season means travel! In fact, millions of U.S. residents travel more than 50 miles away from home during the holiday season. Unfortunately, burglars are also aware of these holiday season travel statistics. So, here are Chicago Home Inspections Home Security Tips for the Holidays. While many families look forward to the…
While property appreciating is never a sure thing, here are Chicago Home Inspection 5 simple steps that may help the value of your prefabricated home. The majority of Americans believe buying a home is a wise financial decision – 84 percent, to be exact, according to a recent survey. Why is this such a widely…
A budget is an important tool for first-time homebuyers and current homeowners. Throw out any negative feeling you may have toward budgeting. Chicago Home Inspectors are here to tell you that budgeting is a great exercise, and can free your financial mind! A budget is meant to be a guide to where you should spend…
This year’s colder weather has already brought an increase in the number of carbon monoxide (CO) incidents across the country. While this poisonous gas can impact individuals at any time of the year, 50 percent of CO poisonings occur between November and February, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The Silent Killer A…
Chicago Home Inspection’s smart tips to prepare the kitchen and dining room for holiday entertaining. As the year winds down, social calendars fill up with merriment-filled gatherings among friends and family. When hosting a seasonal gathering at home, being proactive can help streamline tasks and reduce stress. From whipping up a feast to toasting in…
Was that a squeak you just heard? A thump? What could possibly be making those noises inside your house, and what can you do to help get rid of whatever pest has decided to move in? The experts at Chicago Home Inspection have some information on what might be going bump in your attic. Birds…
Thinking of adding a deck? How about replacing the tired, worn siding on your house? Now that the weather is colder, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a hot beverage and start planning. Here are Chicago Home Inspections’ 2019 home projects that you can nail the budget and settle on the look you’re…
Chicago Home Inspector Identifies several myths and misconceptions that exist when it comes to insurance. For example, true or false? It costs more to insure red cars. The answer is false. Car color has no impact on insurance premiums; however, factors like your driving history, annual mileage driven, the cost of your vehicle and other…
Short, chilly days mean more time spent indoors with family and friends. This is the perfect time to focus on home improvement, starting with finding the right door hardware. Chicago Home Inspection tells us on how to make sure your door hardware makes the grade. Home security is typically top-of-mind. Door hardware such as locksets and…
More than 30 years ago, the United Nations General Assembly established World Habitat Day, an important step in acknowledging that everyone deserves a safe place to live. Chicago Home Inspection tells us why our world needs wood. However, housing availability in many cities is at a crisis level, where families have to choose between daily…
Chicago Home Inspection tells how to prevent these 4 winter home problems. When you start feeling those first hints of winter, the instinct to get ready kicks in. You may dig out your car’s snow brush, blanket, shovel, and winter survival kit and place them in the trunk of your car. The winter coats and boots…
Your kitchen may look clean, but here’s the dirt on what’s really happening. Chicago Home Inspector identifies 3 alarming places where germs are hiding in your kitchen. Although a quick daily clean might keep some of the bacteria at bay, it’s important to remember that germs are lurking in the dark corners often overlooked! Since…
Did you know that many police departments have a community affairs officer whose primary goal is to build a strong working relationship with the community? That means you have access to a trained safety expert who wants to give you ideas to keep your home and neighborhood safe. Read on Chicago Home Inspection’s eight simple…