5 Reasons to Order a Pre-Listing Inspection
A home inspection is most often requested and paid for by a buyer at the time of the sale. This inspection gives the buyer an advantage, as the deal is dependent on the findings of the inspection report. However, the seller of a home has the option to order a...
Plan for Fall Home Maintenance
Colder weather is just around the corner. Before the temperatures drop, make a plan for fall home maintenance. Here are a few tasks that will help you prepare your home for winter. Are You Ready to Heat Your Home? You will soon need to switch your home’s air...
4 Uses of Solar Lighting
A cost-effective and eco-friendly way to light your yard is with solar-powered landscape lights. If you are interested in the benefits of solar lighting but short on ideas, this list will offer ideas to make outdoor spaces brighter and safer. Let’s look at some of the...
5 Deck and Patio Ideas for the Summer
In summer, you’re probably spending more time outside. It’s the perfect time to make some improvements to your outdoor space at home. Here are 5 deck and patio ideas to make these spaces more attractive and functional. Deck and Patio Ideas to Add Lighting Lighting...
Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality
The air we breathe affects our health and well-being. To keep a healthy home, it’s important to improve indoor air quality. Here are a few useful tips to get cleaner air in your house. Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas...
5 Types of Home Water Filters
Water Filters for Your Home Purchase and install a water filtration system to improve the purity of your home's tap water. To better understand the type of water filter you’ll need, order a water test or request a water quality report from your local utility provider....
Tips to Prevent Termites in the Home
Termites are known for their appetite for wood and the property damage they cause. Protect your house and your belongings with these tips to prevent termites in the home. Trim Tree Branches to Prevent Termites in the Home Damaged, dead, or dying trees provide both...
4 Safety Essentials for the Home
As a homeowner, you want your living spaces to be comfortable and welcoming. It's also important to keep the house safe for family members and guests. Be better prepared for an unexpected situation with these safety essentials for the home. Home Safety Essentials:...
5 Ways to Get Your Home Ready to Sell in Spring
Most people who want to sell their homes wait until the snow has melted and spring has come. Winter weather is harsh on a home and many buyers put off their home search until springtime because more homes will be on the market. Here are 5 tasks to add to your...
The Dangers of Radon in the Home
You may be aware of many potential dangers in your home, like house fires, mold, and carbon monoxide. However, radon is an unseen threat that affects one in fifteen homes in the United States. Living with high levels of radon has serious health implications, so...
5 Key Aspects of Your Home Inspection Report
You've found the perfect home in an ideal location, with a great school district, and at a price that fits your budget. Before closing on the purchase, order a home inspection to make sure you understand the condition of the property. You'll probably accept minor and...
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Ocean State Home Inspections proudly assists homebuyers throughout Rhode Island and in nearby Massachusetts.
