Phoenix on Top for Costliest US Hailstorm Ever
In just a few hours, one hailstorm caused nearly $3 billion in damage to the Phoenix metro.
Jun 7
2019
Apr 14
2019
Don’t Let Your Water Heater Get You Into Hot Water
Water heaters are critical to our daily routines. Before they fail, water heaters will give us these signals.
Feb 17
2019
Maricopa County Offering Fireplace Retrofits
Funds are available to convert your woodburning fireplace to a cleaner burning hearth if you live in one of these Phoenix neighborhoods.
Aug 20
2018
Mike and I Climbed Down Into a Septic Tank This Morning
Neglected septic tanks can be problematic. Know what you are getting before you buy a home on septic. Here's what one looks like from inside.
Jul 26
2018
SRP Offers Shade Screen Rebate Through April 2019
Window blinds and tint films aren't effective at blocking the heat and sunlight like shade screens. Find out about this rebate for shade screen installation.
Jul 25
2018
Do I Need a Home Inspection When Buying a New Home?
Inspecting your new construction home can cost several hundred dollars. Is it money and time well spent?
Jul 16
2018
Phoenix Home Construction Isn’t Like Housing Back East
Phoenix home construction is wholly different from other regions in the U.S. Here is my list of notable architectural variations.
Feb 7
2018
Holes In Your Citrus? Here’s the Likely Culprit.
Don't overlook this clue to pest infestation. It's easy to spot and it may be right under your feet.
Feb 3
2018
18 Questions To Ask Your Home Inspector Before Hiring
Your home inspector will examine one of the largest financial investments you will ever make. Choose your inspector early and carefully.
Jan 14
2018
Phoenix Overhead Garage Door Service Cost and Options
In my 20s, thrills meant spontaneous Cancun vacations and nightclubs with friends. In my 40s, the pleasures in life are [...]
Oct 10
2017
Shhh. Seller May Be Recording Your Real Estate Showing
With the proliferation of inexpensive home security systems and nanny cams, it should be no surprise that sellers are recording buyers and agents during showings.
Oct 8
2017
Use Your Nose First During Real Estate Showings
When walking into a real estate showing appointment, buyers should always lead with their noses. Here's what that means.
Sep 28
2017
What Do Termite Tubes Look Like?
Most Phoenix residents have had some level of exposure to termites and a termite colony's tenacious capability for destruction. Termites [...]
Jun 12
2017
Check Your Home for This Dangerous Electrical Panel
Breakers in your home's main electrical panel are supposed to prevent fires, not cause them. However, there is one brand [...]
May 22
2017
Transite™ Asbestos Pipe May Be Hidden In Your Older Home
Asbestos pipe was one of the wonder products of the mid-20th century. Post-war homebuilders used it in multiple applications including underground [...]