Florida woman frustrated by mold, humidity and condensation in new home

11 Jan, 2013

In Jacksonville, Florida, local source First Coast News reports that homeowner Denise Criscitiello is experiencing all sorts of unpleasant problems with the new home she purchased in November 2011.

Report shows that mold levels in Alabama elementary school do not signify immediate health concerns

10 Jan, 2013

Last month we wrote about the parents of more than 70 students at Montevallo Elementary School in Alabama who chose to pull their children from class until they felt the building was safe.

Two key tax credits mean 2013 is the perfect time to make energy-efficient upgrades to your home

9 Jan, 2013

With the fiscal cliff looming overhead in the final weeks of 2012, many American citizens wondered if their lives would be affected by the potential changes heading into the new year.

Not your average energy-efficient home: San Francisco couple lives in a converted school bus

8 Jan, 2013

There are certainly some unique living situations out there, but it’s not everyday that you come across a story about a couple choosing to live in a school bus. For San Francisco residents Richard and Rachel lane, however, this is their dream home.

Why it’s so important to get a home inspection before purchasing

7 Jan, 2013

So you’ve found your dream home and are ready to move forward with the buying process. Everything inside and outside the house seems fine, from what you can tell, so you’re probably good to go, right? Not so fast.

Two months after Hurricane Sandy, 65 percent of Rockaway, Queens, residents still have mold in their homes

4 Jan, 2013

More than two months after Hurricane Sandy tore through the East Coast, residents of New York and New Jersey are still struggling to repair damages left behind by the super storm.

January is National Radon Action Month, so why not have your home tested?

3 Jan, 2013

When people think about lung cancer, it’s usually associated with cigarette smokers. But did you know that the number one cause of lung cancer among non-smokers is an odorless, tasteless gas called radon that may be lurking in your house?

Low-income Maryland residents have healthier, more energy-efficient homes thanks to local initiative

2 Jan, 2013

For homeowners whose incomes are relatively low, the idea of making important upgrades to their properties can seem like an intimidating task, even though it may ultimately reduce the cost of monthly utility bills.

Happy New Year! Resolutions to make your home more energy-efficient

31 Dec, 2012

Have you been wanting to make energy-efficient upgrades to your home, but just haven’t had a chance to yet? Many homeowners find themselves in this position. There’s a lot to do to maintain a property, and sometimes it’s hard to get around to everything.

Storm-damaged East Coast homes selling for a fraction of their original asking prices

28 Dec, 2012

Recently in this blog, we talked about why buyers need to be cautious about purchasing foreclosed homes, and emphasized the importance of getting a home inspection before making a down payment on such properties.