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Got Gas? Here’s What You Should Watch Out For With Natural Gas Appliances

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / December 8, 2021 /

Every week, the detail-oriented folks at Green Scene Home Inspections will give CandysDirt.com readers an education in inspection. Want to see what they see? Tune in for “Upon Closer Inspection.” Gas-powered appliances are great, but they do come with some safety concerns. It’s important to protect against carbon monoxide emissions and gas leaks, both of…

You Need to Do These Four Things to Get Your Home Ready For This Winter

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / December 1, 2021 /

Every week, the detail-oriented folks at Green Scene Home Inspections will give CandysDirt.com readers an education in inspection. Want to see what they see? Tune in for “Upon Closer Inspection.” WINTER IS COMING, Y’ALL! As we learned last year, that could mean some serious weather changes. Now is the perfect time to make sure your…

The World’s Most Beautiful Garage, DalPark Gets New Life With Downtown Subway Plans

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / November 25, 2021 /

By Jay FirschingSenior Associate and Historic Preservation Specialist, Architexas Last year the DalPark Garage in the heart of downtown Dallas was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Yes, for architecture and history nerds, even garages can be cool, and Dallas’ history includes some pretty great examples. The oldest still standing is the five-story…

These Home Inspections Will Make You Feel Extra Thankful These Aren’t Your Home

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / November 24, 2021 /

Every week, the detail-oriented folks at Green Scene Home Inspections will give CandysDirt.com readers an education in inspection. Want to see what they see? Tune in for “Upon Closer Inspection.” This time of year, it’s important to reflect on the things for which you are thankful. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, every homeowner (well, almost…

Is Your Furnace Ready For Fall? Three Tips For Seasonal HVAC Maintenance

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / November 17, 2021 /

Every week, the detail-oriented folks at Green Scene Home Inspections will give CandysDirt.com readers an education in inspection. Want to see what they see? Tune in for “Upon Closer Inspection.” As the weather is getting cooler, we asked the Inspectors to send in some good advice for homeowners preparing for winter. Here are three seriously smart…