Upon Closer Inspection
According to the Insurance Information Institute, water damage is the second most common claim for homeowners, accounting for about 1 in 60 insured homes around the country at an average expense of $11,065 per claim. When most people think water damage they’re thinking hurricanes and major floods — but the truth is, most water damage…
OK, CandysDirt.com readers, you know a thing or two about houses and home ownership. Time to put your knowledge to the test, and see if you’ve been paying attention. Today, at #UponCloserInspection we’ve got some images from the field, and we want you to put your inspector’s hat on and see if you can spot…
When purchasing a home, everyone has a different list of “must-haves.” Maybe it’s a big backyard, a spacious primary suite, a home office, or a three-car garage. These things are important to the lifestyle you want to lead in the home, but when you look at it as a long-term investment, you need to also…
This time of year gets pretty hectic, what with the holidays, end-of-year work stuff, kids out of school, family and friends in town, lots of big events, and on and on. It can be an emotional time for many as well — joyful, but also sad, as inevitably each year there are loved ones missing…
“I’m dreaming of a blue Christmas …” sang no one ever. But that’s what’s in the forecast over the next few days as North Texas braces for below-freezing temps through Christmas, especially Thursday and Friday. Even without precipitation, these temperatures can pose a threat to your home, so here are a few tips from your…
