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How to Avoid Off-Gassing from Your Furniture
by Sara Goldenberg Furniture off-gassing can release toxic chemicals into the air we breathe. Sometimes you may notice a strong odor...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Apr 30, 20192 min read
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A Home Inspection before a Divorce is Crucial!
During a divorce settlement, the largest asset to be negotiated is usually the house. It usually accounts for 60% of the family's net...
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Apr 27, 20191 min read
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Roof Ventilation
Proper attic ventilation can help extend roof life by reducing the buildup of heat and moisture. #roofs #ventilation #roofventilation...
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Apr 23, 20191 min read
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Lint Alarm - Important!
Consider installing a lint alarm for your dryer. Dryers operate at high temperatures, and lint build-up is a leading cause of dryer...
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Apr 22, 20191 min read
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How Healthy Is Your Indoor Air?
In the air we breathe outdoors, we know that smog and other pollutants are a big cause for concern. But don't assume that the air quality...
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Apr 21, 20192 min read
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Is Your Federal Pacific Circuit Breaker Panel Safe?
by Jodie Wells You can spot a Stab-Lok breaker by Federal Pacific Electric from the red strip across the switch. Your electric panel...
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Apr 20, 20192 min read
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Indoor Air Quality Issues
by Internachi Indoor air quality is generally worse than most people believe, but there are things you can do about it. Indoor air...
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Apr 13, 20193 min read
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Electrical Safety
If you have small children living in or visiting your home, you should be sure to cover reachable electrical outlets with plastic plug-in...
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Apr 9, 20191 min read
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What NOT to Do If You Have a Septic System
Replacing a septic system can cost tens of thousands of dollars, and pumping your tank more frequently gets expensive too. This article...
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Apr 8, 20192 min read
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How to Choose the Right Garden Hose
by WikiHow 1. Decide the length you need the hose to be. 2. Decide how thick you need the hose to be. 3. Select a material based on your...
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Mar 31, 20191 min read
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Why It’s A Good Idea to Have Trees in Your Yard
by Steve Nix Trees Produce Oxygen Human life could not exist if there were no trees. A mature leafy tree produces as much oxygen in a...
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Mar 25, 20192 min read
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Spring Maintenance Task: Seal Holes Where Pests Can Enter
by Teresa Mears This includes openings around the foundation, especially entry points for wires and pipes. A spray can of foam, which you...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Mar 22, 20191 min read
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Spring Maintenance Tasks: Storing Your Snowblower
by Jake W. Snowblower Storage Preparation 1. Add Fuel Stabilizer Every time you refill your gas cans with fresh gasoline, the first step...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Mar 19, 20193 min read
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How to Keep Water Out of Your Basement During Rain and Snow Melt Season
by Thrasher Check Downspouts and Sump Pump Drainage Lines Around Your Home It’s common for snow to pile on top of downspouts and prevent...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Mar 16, 20192 min read
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Melt Ice and Snow in an Eco-Friendly Way
by Nikki Fotheringham Salt does do a great job of melting ice and snow through the winter but its bad news for your pets, the environment...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Mar 2, 20192 min read
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Hawkeye Now Offers Certified Living in Place Inspections
Peter Ottowitz is now a Certified Living in Place Professional - CLIPP™ . CLIPP in not just for those who are older or differently abled,...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Feb 10, 20191 min read
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How Do You Know if Your Home's Air Quality is Bad - Especially If You Don't Smell Anything?
In the air we breathe outdoors, we know that smog and other pollutants are a big cause for concern. But don't assume that the air...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Dec 15, 20182 min read
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Toxic Carpeting?
Toxins from your carpeting may be in your indoor air without your knowledge of them. A large portion of Volatile Organic Compounds...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Dec 2, 20181 min read
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Can Houses be “Too Insulated” or “Too Tight”?
No. Green homes are insulated well, tightly built, and well ventilated Let’s take these issues one at a time. The “too tight” theory...
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Nov 27, 20182 min read
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Mold Testing - It's Essential
Now that the colder weather is approaching, windows are closed and the home's air quality becomes more of a concern. If you notice any...
Hawkeye Home Inspections
Nov 7, 20181 min read
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