March 2024

If you recall your mother or grandmother being diligent about spring cleaning, you might also remember their lamentations about how one task always led to another. Now that you\’re a homeowner, you\’ve likely come to appreciate the accuracy of their observations, especially when it comes to spring home maintenance. This seasonal check-up is crucial as […]

As the weather takes a turn for the better (especially in northern California), it\’s time to roll up your sleeves and conduct a thorough inspection of your home\’s exterior to prepare it for the upcoming spring and summer seasons. Undoubtedly, you\’ll discover various tasks demanding your attention – perhaps more than you bargained for. Yet,

It\’s a common sentiment among homeowners to be drawn to the timeless appeal of hardwood floors, yet simultaneously apprehensive about their perceived maintenance challenges, often considering alternatives like tile or carpet. The paradox lies in the fact that hardwood floors exude both durability and vulnerability. However, contrary to popular belief, maintaining their luster and pristine

When it comes to cleaning surfaces, soap and water are often the go-to solution. However, when dealing with wood floors, using anything beyond a damp cloth can lead to damage. Wood, when exposed to excess moisture, can expand, crack, splinter, and warp. To properly care for your wood floor, it\’s crucial to identify the type

Moving to a new home is widely recognized as one of life\’s most stressful events, and with good reason. Preparing for a move involves months of planning and anticipation, followed by weeks of intense activity both before and after the actual move-in date. While a thorough home inspection and pre-closing walk-through can help manage expectations,

Discovering what appears to be dry rot in your home can be a cause for immediate concern, given the association of any ailment involving \”rot\” with apprehension. However, Experts in Your Home has alleviated such anxieties for numerous homeowners in northern California and can extend the same assurance to you. Understanding Dry Rot Versus Wet

Dry rot isn\’t typically a topic of casual conversation, and many homeowners may not even realize it\’s present until they actively seek it out. In our previous article, \”Home Tips: How to Detect and Repair Dry Rot In Your Home,\” we emphasized the importance of addressing dry rot promptly once detected. Whether identified during a

The common \”out of sight, out of mind\” mindset seems reasonable until you\’re faced with the unfortunate reality of a weakened roof due to neglected gutters, as explained by Experts in Your Home to distraught homeowners. The culprit? Clogged gutters filled with leaves, twigs, pine needles, and debris, causing overflow and water intrusion into the

Get ready for potential heavy rainfall this winter in northern California, as predicted by The Old Farmer\’s Almanac, although Weather West has some doubts. While forecasters can afford to be uncertain, you can\’t afford the consequences of a leaky roof if the rain does arrive. Schedule a roof inspection with Experts in Your Home to