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Foundation Problems Are The Elephant in The Room in North Texas

By Brenda Masse / March 1, 2023 /

If you’re a homeowner in North Texas, we’d like to begin this week’s column with a trigger warning: this post contains mention of foundation problems. We know. They suck, they’re expensive, and nobody wants to talk about them. But, look, if you own a home here — or you’re going to — it’s simply the…

Home Inspectors Will Tell You When To Call An Electrician

By Brenda Masse / February 15, 2023 /

If you read Upon Closer Inspection, then you know how we like to joke around about some of the things people do to their homes. But we also know when to be serious, and one of those times is when you’re dealing with electricity. This week, we’re looking at some electrical home inspection finds. NOT…

A Little Home Maintenance Can Help You Avoid Serious Water Damage

By Brenda Masse / January 18, 2023 /

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…

From The Foundation to the Roof, Here Are The 5 Major Areas of a House

By Brenda Masse / January 4, 2023 /

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…

Need a Laugh? These Home Inspection Fails From 2022 Will Do The Trick

By Brenda Masse / December 28, 2022 /

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…