Upon Closer Inspection

Afraid of Temperatures Dropping? Here’s How You Prepare For The Next Snowmaggedon

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / January 12, 2022 /

The recent freezing temperatures are probably reminding you of last year’s wild winter weather, but is your home ready for a repeat? With more low temperatures in the forecast, it’s a good idea to get prepared to prevent damage. Here are some tips based on issues we’ve found in the field. Clean Your Pool Filter Did you know pool…

When it Comes to Electricity, These Handy Tips Can Keep You Safe

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / January 5, 2022 /

When it comes to electricity at home, there are lots of Do’s and Don’ts. Today’s standards for electrical appliances and home wiring are designed to keep us from hurting ourselves, much more so than in the past, but it’s important to remember that electricity is dangerous. If you have an electrical problem that can’t be solved by turning it off…

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…

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…