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Aug 93 min read
Central Vacuum Systems
Central Vacuum Systems by Nick Gromicko, CMI® A central vacuum system (sometimes called a whole-house vacuum system) is a cleaning device...
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Aug 76 min read
Building Orientation for Optimum Energy
Building Orientation for Optimum Energy by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Ben Gromicko Building orientation is the practice of facing a building...
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Aug 54 min read
Bathroom Ventilation Ducts and Fans
Bathroom Ventilation Ducts and Fans by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard Bathroom ventilation systems are designed to exhaust odors...
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Aug 33 min read
Defensible Space
Defensible Space by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard Defensible space refers to the area surrounding a building that is mitigated...
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Aug 14 min read
Credit Reports
Credit Reports by Nick Gromicko, CMI® If you apply for a loan to buy a house, the lender is going to decide whether you are a good or...
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Jul 3018 min read
Constructed Wetlands:
Constructed Wetlands: The Economic Benefits of Runoff Controls People have a strong emotional attachment to water, arising from its...
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Jul 285 min read
Compost Pile Hazards
Compost Pile Hazards by Nick Gromicko, CMI® Compost is an accumulation of degrading food scraps, plants and other nutrient-rich organic...
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Jul 263 min read
Closing Costs
Closing Costs by Nick Gromicko, CMI® When a home is sold, there is a point in the transaction known as the closing, when the title to the...
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Jul 243 min read
Chinese Drywall
Chinese Drywall by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard Amidst a wave of Chinese import scares, ranging from toxic toys to tainted pet...
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Jul 224 min read
Child-Proofing Windows and Stairs
Child-Proofing Windows and Stairs by Nick Gromicko, CMI® The number one hazard for children is falls, which are the leading cause of...
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Jul 204 min read
Buying a Foreclosure
Buying a Foreclosure by Nick Gromicko, CMI® Purchasing foreclosed homes in desirable areas at below-market values can be a sound...
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Jul 184 min read
Burglar-Resistant Homes
Burglar-Resistant Homes by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard There are a number of measures that homeowners can take to ensure that...
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Jul 1615 min read
Building a HomeIf you want to build a new home, there are things you need to know before you begin.
Building a Home If you want to build a new home, there are things you need to know before you begin. Learn about construction standards...
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Jul 145 min read
Bed Bugs: Inspecting for the New "House Herpes"
Bed Bugs: Inspecting for the New "House Herpes" by Nick Gromicko, CMI® Bed bugs are small, flightless, rust-colored parasites that feed...
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Jul 123 min read
Bat Infestation
Bat Infestation by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kenton Shepard Bats are nocturnal mammals found in most inhabited places throughout the world....
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Jul 1011 min read
Asbestos: Facts and Tips for Home Inspectors and Homeowners.
Asbestos: Facts and Tips for Home Inspectors and Homeowners What Is Asbestos? Asbestos is a mineral fiber that can be positively...
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Jul 88 min read
Mold, Moisture and Your Home Mold Basics.
Mold, Moisture and Your Home Mold Basics The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean...
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Jul 64 min read
Landscape Shading
Landscape Shading by Nick Gromicko, CMI® One of the easiest ways to reduce solar heat gain and subsequent energy costs is as simple as...
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Jul 410 min read
Air Quality in the Home
Air Quality in the Home Indoor air quality is generally worse than most people believe, but there are things you can do about it. Some...
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Jul 23 min read
How Your Smart Home Can Help You Prepare for the Next Big Storm.
How Your Smart Home Can Help You Prepare for the Next Big Storm by Eric Murrell As high-tech as our modern homes have become, we’re still...
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