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Undersized Service In Older Homes

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60-amp electrical service was standard in older homes, now it’s old, outdated, unsafe, and too small for today’s modern families. The 5 biggest hazards with undersized electrical service in older homes: 1. Overloading 60-amp service is simply not enough to power modern electrical devices and appliances. This can lead to overloading the circuit and causing … Read more

Radon Gas Is No Joke

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DID YOU KNOW RADON GAS IS THE 2ND LEADING CAUSE OF LUNG CANCER IN AMERICA? In fact, it’s in your home right now and you breathe it every day. Especially around Kansas City where high levels are common. It comes from the soil and you’ll never know the level is high unless you get it … Read more

Septic Systems: Buried But Not Forgotten

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Septic systems are easy to understand but hard to inspect so be on alert if buying a home with one installed. But, in time, even a well-maintained septic system clogs up and breaks down. And before they’re replaced, lots of things can go wrong. Common Problems 1. Damaged Pipes Believe it or not, when it comes … Read more

8 Things To Know When Mold Takes Hold

8 Things To Know When Mold Takes Hold

If a basement is musty, has blotched walls and ceilings, or has a growth under the carpet then mold has taken hold. This is a health hazard that has many insurance companies scrambling – or refusing coverage. So what do you need to know about mold to stay out of trouble? 1. Molds are everywhere and … Read more

Is Your Fireplace Sending Smoke Signals?

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I enjoy sitting in front of the fireplace on a blustery winter eve. It’s comfy, romantic…and the rest of the house is freezing! This happens when the fireplace chimney sucks up more heat than it makes. And while it’s become a major sales feature, let’s be realistic – a fireplace is just another heating system. … Read more

Kansas City Pests:
The Unwelcome Guest

pests the unwelcome guest

You are not alone.   Your home is a sanctuary to thousands of freeloading pests – including millions of bed bugs and dust mites. Then there are the bigger pests that can take over – bats, birds, squirrels, raccoons, and skunks. These guys can make some homes uninhabitable (bats are a protected species) so get … Read more

Get The Lead Out – Lead In Older Homes

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What was once believed to be true may be a lie.  New evidence shows that lead in older homes is more dangerous than originally thought. And while lead is (almost) dead in modern homes, it’s still a risk to children and pregnant women in older abodes. In fact, U.S. home buyers get a warning pamphlet … Read more

Don’t Ignore Furnace Maintenance

do not ignore furnace maintenance

Don’t ignore your furnace.  Furnace maintenance is necessary every year before it gets cold outside. Furnace Maintenance There’s more to furnace maintenance than moving a few boxes around and changing the filter. It also includes checking the pipes, ducts, chimney, fireplace, and often several other appliances. This takes an understanding of combustion and air flow … Read more