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In this visoe we discuss how to reduce condensation on windows.

The electrical system size us rated based upon the weakest component.

If your basement wall has a hairline crack, it is likely you will see some seepage if you don't take preemptive steps to avoid it.

Installing a wood stove and chimney needs to be done right or else you will risk everything you worked so hard to achieve.

Watch today's home hint to see the best way to control water around your home and things to avoid.

Why ventilation is important.

one good way to reduce window condenstaion

Watch today's home hint to see why I do not recommend zero clearance fireplaces from the 1970's and 80's.

Hiring professionals should be a smart move but when the professionals are gouging on price for a lousy job, well what do you do?

A lot can be missed if you don't check the roof properly

Avoid adding a "P" Trap in in the exgaust vent or the line will freeze in winter.

In today's home hint I talk about septic tank wiring.

Quick details of how to change a septic tank pump.

Always avoid moving water toward the shingles and draining an upper roof onto a lower roof.

If your home has a large buildup of ice at the eaves you may have an ice damming issue. In this short video we look at a small aspect of ice damming and what causes it.

Make sure you hire the right home inspector to inspect your trailer. Even brilliant inspectors need to do the work to find the issues. If your inspector is not willing to get a little dirty, chances are they will miss important details that will cost you a lot of money after you buy the home.

If you have a wood stove that needs significant clearances behind and beside it, you may be able to build a shield that allows you to position the stove closer to the wall. Watch todays video to get a better understanding of the rules around shield a wood stove.

In this episode we go into detail about having your home professionally evaluated by an energy auditor. Energy auditors are specially trained to spot deficiencies in your home that may lead to greater energy use and higher utility bills. By watching this video you too will be able to tighten up your home and save energy weather you get an audit or not. Understanding how your home uses energy is by far the best way to reducing your costs and saving resources.

If your sewer line has been backing up you may find this video useful to understand what might be happening. A good quality video and line locator go a long way to figuring out what may be happening. In this video I try to explain what I have come to learn about sewer line issues in my area.

Is your rangehood working poorly? Watch todays home hint to see how to diagnose some problems you might come across.

This is a demonstration of what I look for during a septic inspection - in winter.

Watch this video to understand what the Term Poly B refers to and how you might be affected if you have it in your home.

Home Hints: Pay close attention to leaking pipe fittings to prevent floods.

What is the concern over aluminum wire. Why is there a concern for safety.