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Radon Levels in Illinois

Home Inspection, Resources

Similar to every other state in America, Illinois has radon levels. It is very common for homes to either have radon levels detected during a home inspection, or to already have a mitigation system in place. That being said, just how high are radon levels in Illinois, and is this something that you should be worried about?

What is a Dishwasher High Loop and Why do you Need One?

Appliances, Taking Care of Your Home

One of the most common defects found during a home inspection is a missing high loop on dishwasher drain line. Luckily, this issue is easy to fix most of the time (we will get into that later). But first, what is a high loop and why should your dishwasher have one?

How to do DIY Projects Safely, Properly and Efficiently

Taking Care of Your Home

Whether you are just beginning your DIY journey or are an experienced craftsman, I believe the steps laid out in this post can help you complete you work more efficiently.

Furnace Not Starting? Here Are Some Simple Reasons Why!

HVAC, Taking Care of Your Home

When it comes to Murphy's Law, your old furnace not igniting in the dead of winter is no exception.

How to Prepare your Home for Being Away on Winter Vacation

Taking Care of Your Home

If you are planning on going on vacation for the holidays, you’ll want to make sure that your home is protected while you’re away, so that when you come back it is just how you left it.

GFCI Tester

A Down to Earth Guide to GFCI’s

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (better know as GFCI outlets) are commonplace in most homes and buildings nowadays, but what is their purpose and how do they work?