David Knight - BPG Home Inspector

09/07/2021

Did you know that September is mold awareness month?

According to recent studies, over 50% of American homes have mold issues. Even worse, roughly 30% of Americans carry genes that put them at risk of mold-related health issues!

This month we'll be providing insight and helpful tips to treating and preventing moldy situations within your home, but first let's understand what mold is and how it affects homeowners. Check out this article from the CDC to start learning about some of the hard facts of mold!

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07/20/2021

Oftentimes those who typically do not care for the chore of cutting grass may be tempted to cut their grass very low due to the belief that it will save them time from exercising the chore as frequently in the future. This is, in fact, not only a MYTH but also potentially dangerous to your lawn health.

The FACT is simple. Consistently cutting grass too short can create an environment for disease infestation, w**d growth, and also causes the lawn to lose moisture much quicker than that of an average lawn height. Roots tend to become weaker as well with low-cut grass than if you were to let your grass grow and begin cutting with your mower set to a higher cutting height, which is often encouraged for stronger roots.

Home maintenance knowledge - The more you know, the better.

06/20/2021

Today we celebrate all the amazing men that have proudly accepted the heroic task of being a father! Happy Father's Day!

05/31/2021

05/17/2021

A decking joist is a repeated board used as the structural base for your deck frame that is attached to the ledger via galvanized joist hangers. Typically, joists run perpendicular to the house while the decking on top runs parallel to the house. Considering this as a vital piece of deck longevity, how do you protect joists from rot damage? Here are a few tips:
1. Ventilation.
Ventilating your joists and allowing them to dry will significantly help to prevent rot damage for years to come. The key to preventing joist rot is in the air circulation. All that (fungi growing) moisture needs a place to go. Designing your deck with vents or ¾” gaps between skirting material to allow the moisture to escape will speed up the drying process which can prolong your joists' lifespan for years.

2. Treatment.
Most pressure-treated woods are treated for fungi and insects, not water. Seal your joists with a water repellant sealer to increase its resistance to rot. Most wood sealers warranty their products to repel water for 6 to 10 years, which is shorter then the life expectancy of your deck. To truly protect the joist you would need to reapply every 6 to 10 years as this can also help to extend the life expectancy of your deck joists!

For further care, more in-depth maintenance tips, and/or a professional opinion feel free to reach out to the pros by visiting https://bit.ly/3cyCjIB to schedule an inspection today!

05/03/2021

The month of May is National Deck Safety Month! Each year the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) raise awareness about the significance of thoroughly checking and inspecting your deck for safety and to determine if any maintenance is required.
With summer right around the corner, this is especially important! All throughout this month we will be sharing tips, insights, and helpful information that you can apply to your deck just in time for the summer festivities, so be sure stay tuned!

04/28/2021

Have you cleaned out the dead plants and w**ds in your garden yet?

Spring cleaning that exceeds beyond indoors can also look like cleaning up your garden to enhance your home's curb appeal!

Did you know that w**ds compete with your garden for nutrients and water, causing it to stunt the growth of the rest of your plants? Dead greenery could have also died because of disease, so removing those as soon as possible can significantly help prevent it from spreading.

With the nice spring weather it can also a good time to prune your plants too! Trim away dead leaves, and keep your yard in great shape for months to come.

04/20/2021

Window screens become dirty and damaged overtime because we rarely think about keeping up the maintenance for them after they've been installed!

Considering how our screens take a beating from constant sunlight, all precipitation, insects, pollen, and even dust from inside the homes, it's important to show them love through maintenance!

Remember, it’s always less expensive to clean your window screens than it is to replace them, so here are some easy steps you can take to clean yours this spring!

1. Remove your window screens from the frame.
2. Mix a small amount of mild dish soap with warm water.
3. Using a soft bristle brush gently scrub your window screens with the soapy water.
4. Rinse your screens using warm water.
5. Once your window screens are completely dry, replace them in their window frame.

04/09/2021

Hazards can be found in nearly every home, but do we always know what to look out for? Realty Times provides a great guide to be mindful of when considering the hazards within your home to watch out for!

Article link: https://bit.ly/3fI3i9z

04/02/2021

02/17/2021