Clean Your Gutters in 6 Steps
Cleaning your gutters is an essential part of home maintenance. Clogged gutters lead to roofing issues, water damage, mold growth, and other costly repairs, so it's crucial that you take the time to ensure they are free from debris. Here are helpful instructions on...
6 Easy DIY Kitchen Upgrades
For most families, the kitchen is the heart of the home. Days often begin and end around preparing and enjoying meals there. A spacious kitchen provides room to gather as a family and entertain friends and neighbors. But with time, any kitchen will become outdated....
4 Tips for Annual Roof Maintenance
Your roof protects your family and the home's structure from summer thunderstorms, strong winds, and heavy ice and snow. Annual roof maintenance is a must so it won't have to be replaced prematurely. Beyond taking care of routine tasks like cleaning out the gutters,...
8 Cleaning Tips for Pet Owners
Having a pet in your home can be a challenge at times. Pets leave fur, stains, or spills every so often, leaving us with the task of cleaning after them. It is essential to keep both your pet and environment clean to maintain a safe, healthy, neat, and odor-free...
4 Common Wood-Destroying Insects in the Home
Pests That Damage Your Home Termites are notorious for their wood-destroying habits, but they are not the only insects that can damage your property. Let’s look at other types of wood-destroying insects and what you can do to prevent them from damaging your home....
5 Projects That Add Value to Your Home
Renovating Your Home Regardless of the age of your house, there are always renovations and upgrades that you can do to improve both its functionality and value. Prioritizing projects can be challenging, which is why it's important to choose the ones that have the best...
5 Ways to Prevent Mold Growth in Your Home
Mold serves an important function in the environment. It breaks down organic materials and enriches the soil. However, in the home, mold can cause unsightly stains, structural damage, and respiratory problems. Fortunately, preventing mold isn’t impossible. Here’s how...
4 Reasons to Order a Home Maintenance Inspection
A home maintenance inspection is like a routine checkup that gives you a clear picture of the current condition of your home. It is performed by a professional inspector who examines the entire property’s components and structure and then reports on the health and...
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.
